Reese, US
Anthony Reese, Aptos, CA US
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20100260332 | Adaptive Mute - Systems and methods for providing mute status reminders are presented. The system and method includes monitoring a mute status duration upon activation of a mute status at a communication device, outputting a periodic mute reminder having an output period responsive to activation of the mute status, and adjusting the output period responsive to the mute status duration. | 10-14-2010 |
20120020469 | Adaptive Mute Status Reminder - Systems and methods for providing mute status reminders are presented. The system and method includes monitoring a mute status duration upon activation of a mute status at a communication device, outputting a periodic mute reminder having an output period responsive to activation of the mute status, and adjusting the output period responsive to the mute status duration. | 01-26-2012 |
Anthony P. Reese, Wilmington, NC US
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20110249785 | EXPOSURE BOOST ZONE FOR BOILING WATER REACTOR NUCLEAR BUNDLES - Disclosed are a fuel rod and a fuel bundle using the fuel rod. The fuel rod may include first enriched uranium in a boost zone of the fuel rod, wherein the boost zone may be arranged directly at a bottom of the fuel rod. The fuel rod may also include second enriched uranium in a second zone of the fuel rod, wherein the second zone is arranged over the boost zone. The fuel rod may also include natural uranium in a third zone of the fuel rod, wherein the third zone is arranged over the second zone. In this fuel rod, a percent of enrichment of the enriched uranium in the boost zone is at least one percent. | 10-13-2011 |
Barry Reese, Hartsville, SC US
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20110038569 | EASY-OPEN RESEALABLE PACKAGE - An easy-open resealable package is formed from a flexible laminate that includes an inner structure adhesively laminated to an outer structure. An opening feature is formed in the laminate and is operable for forming an opening into the package. A region of pressure-sensitive adhesive is disposed between the inner and outer structures proximate the opening feature. One or more lines of weakness in the outer structure form at least one peel strip as an integral portion of the outer structure. The at least one peel strip is positioned such that peeling off the at least one peel strip exposes the pressure-sensitive adhesive, which remains on the inner structure. After opening the package by operating the opening feature, and the user can reclose the package by folding down an end portion of the package and adhering the end portion to the pressure-sensitive adhesive so as to substantially close the opening. | 02-17-2011 |
20120321886 | Hybrid Pressure Sensitive Adhesive - A hybrid pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) composition includes (i) a solvent phase comprising a first acrylic PSA dissolved in an organic solvent, an alcohol, and optionally water; and (ii) an emulsion phase comprising a second, emulsified acrylic PSA. In another aspect, a metalized film laminate includes a metalized film layer, a hybrid PSA layer, and an ink-containing polymeric film layer. The two-phase hybrid PSA system effectively addresses both metal tear and ink pick problems associated with conventional metalized film laminates. | 12-20-2012 |
Barry R. Reese, Hartsville, SC US
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20100021672 | POUCH OPENING FEATURE AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME - A flexible packaging structure has built-in opening features in a laminate with a first structure adhesively joined to a second structure. A tear area is formed by laser ablation of the laminate along a junction between the first and second portions preferably prior to assembling the laminate into the package. Laser ablation begins at the center of the tear area and progressively moves the laser in a direction radially outward from the center of the tear area. During assembly of the package, a seal is formed between end portions of the first and second portions of the laminate. A score line and a sealant reduction area are also introduced to the package to facilitate opening. The package is opened by pulling the seal near the tear area in a direction along the score line until the contents of the package are accessible. | 01-28-2010 |
20120269468 | Pouch Opening Feature and Method for Making the Same - A flexible packaging structure has built-in opening features in a laminate with a first structure adhesively joined to a second structure. A tear area is formed by laser ablation of the laminate along a junction between the first and second portions preferably prior to assembling the laminate into the package. Laser ablation begins at the center of the tear area and progressively moves the laser in a direction radially outward from the center of the tear area. During assembly of the package, a seal is formed between end portions of the first and second portions of the laminate. A score line and a sealant reduction area are also introduced to the package to facilitate opening. The package is opened by pulling the seal near the tear area in a direction along the score line until the contents of the package are accessible. | 10-25-2012 |
Barry Roland Reese, Hartsville, SC US
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20100113241 | METHOD FOR MAKING A FLEXIBLE PACKAGING STRUCTURE WITH A BUILT-IN OPENING AND RECLOSE FEATURE - A flexible packaging laminate is formed to have a built-in opening and reclose feature by forming the laminate as a two-part structure having an outer structure joined in face-to-face relation with an inner structure. Score lines are formed in both structures to enable an opening to be formed through the laminate by lifting an opening portion (e.g., a flap or the like) of the two structures out of the plane of the laminate. The score line through the outer structure defines a larger opening than the score line through the inner structure, such that a marginal region of the outer structure extends beyond the edge of the opening portion of the inner structure. A pressure-sensitive adhesive is used to re-adhere the marginal region to an underlying surface of the inner structure adjacent the opening through the laminate. | 05-06-2010 |
20110139363 | Method for Making a Flexible Packaging Structure With a Built-In Opening and Reclose Feature - A flexible packaging laminate is formed to have a built-in opening and reclose feature by forming the laminate as a two-part structure having an outer structure joined in face-to-face relation with an inner structure. Score lines are formed in both structures to enable an opening to be formed through the laminate by lifting an opening portion (e.g., a flap or the like) of the two structures out of the plane of the laminate. The score line through the outer structure defines a larger opening than the score line through the inner structure, such that a marginal region of the outer structure extends beyond the edge of the opening portion of the inner structure. A pressure-sensitive adhesive is used to re-adhere the marginal region to an underlying surface of the inner structure adjacent the opening through the laminate. | 06-16-2011 |
20120267386 | Method for Making A Flexible Packaging Structure With A Built-In Opening and Reclose Feature - A flexible packaging laminate is formed to have a built-in opening and reclose feature by forming the laminate as a two-part structure having an outer structure joined in face-to-face relation with an inner structure. Score lines are formed in both structures to enable an opening to be formed through the laminate by lifting an opening portion (e.g., a flap or the like) of the two structures out of the plane of the laminate. The score line through the outer structure defines a larger opening than the score line through the inner structure, such that a marginal region of the outer structure extends beyond the edge of the opening portion of the inner structure. A pressure-sensitive adhesive is used to re-adhere the marginal region to an underlying surface of the inner structure adjacent the opening through the laminate. | 10-25-2012 |
Benjamin A. Reese, Greenbush, MN US
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20080223266 | Wood fired boiler - A bio-mass fueled boiler operating at delivered efficiencies in excess of 90%. Pre-heated, pressurized primary combustion air is supplied to a primary burn chamber via horizontal and vertical orifice containing conduits. Exhaust gases are directed past a reflective secondary burner supplying pre-heated, pressurized secondary combustion air into a secondary burn/ash collection chamber. Exhaust gases are directed from the secondary burn chamber via exhaust conduits having axial and cross-sectional shapes and wall geometries that promote internal turbulence and heat transfer. One or more gas/oil fired burners are fitted to or between the primary and secondary combustion chambers. Several operating modes are provided via associated blowers, air baffles, liquid and gas fuel conduits, pumps and sundry stove sensors and servos coupled to microprocessor control circuitry. | 09-18-2008 |
20110232622 | Wood fired boiler - A bio-mass fueled boiler operating at delivered efficiencies in excess of 90%. Pre-heated, pressurized primary combustion air is supplied to a primary burn chamber via horizontal and vertical orifice containing conduits. Exhaust gases are directed past a reflective secondary burner supplying pre-heated, pressurized secondary combustion air into a secondary burn/ash collection chamber. Exhaust gases are directed from the secondary burn chamber via exhaust conduits having axial and cross-sectional shapes and wall geometries that promote internal turbulence and heat transfer. One or more gas/oil fired burners are fitted to or between the primary and secondary combustion chambers. Several operating modes are provided via associated blowers, air baffles, liquid and gas fuel conduits, pumps and sundry stove sensors and servos coupled to microprocessor control circuitry. | 09-29-2011 |
Bradford Reese, Atlanta, GA US
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20090205140 | Infant play environment - An infant play environment includes a padded mat on which the infant can be supported, a plurality of wall members foldably attached to the mat and supported by removable and reducible rigid members, with at least an opposing pair of said wall members engaging a toy bar extending over and above the mat. The environment is reconfigurable for use as a mat, a tunnel, a four walled enclosure and is foldable for storage. | 08-20-2009 |
Brian Reese, Collierville, TN US
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20110005488 | Engine manifold with modular runners - An intake manifold assembly for an internal combustion engine that has a modular construction and includes a base member, a runner, and a shell, wherein the base member removably attaches to the engine, and the runner and the shell each separately and independently removably attach to the base member. In another aspect, the assembly further includes a fastener for attaching the runner to the base member, wherein the shell is formed so as to retain the fastener between the shell and the base member when the shell is attached to the base member. In another aspect, the assembly further includes a bumper affixed to a surface of the base member, wherein the bumper abuts a surface of the internal combustion engine. In another aspect, the base member includes a sealing ridge that mates with a sealing groove provided on the shell. | 01-13-2011 |
20110120408 | Internal surface heat dissipation oil pan - Variations of a device for collecting viscous fluid from a fluid containing device. Variations include features that protrude into an interior portion and/or from an exterior portion of the device and maximize the surface area of the device exposed to the collected fluid, to enhance cooling and for other purposes. Other variations include both interior and exterior fins or other features as well as convex, concave or bowed side walls. Further, various aspects of the device may be divided into sections arranged to increase the overall surface area of the device exposed to the collected fluid, to enhance cooling and for other purposes. Methods for using the device are also disclosed, including a method that uses the features to cool the collected viscous fluid. | 05-26-2011 |
20110120413 | THROTTLE BODY FUEL DISTRIBUTION ASSEMBLY - A throttle body fuel distribution assembly includes a throttle body assembly having a throttle body housing and a throttle bore for inducting an airflow, a fuel injector coupled to the throttle body assembly, and a fuel dissemination device for dispersing fuel sprayed by the fuel injector into the airflow through the throttle bore. In one variation, a throttle body fuel distribution assembly includes a throttle valve assembly for controlling the airflow through the throttle bore. In some variations, the fuel spray is diverted in a direction resistive to the direction of the airflow through the throttle bore. In yet another aspect, a throttle body injection system for an internal combustion engine includes a throttle body assembly having an air conduit, an injector assembly coupled to the throttle body assembly, and a fuel deflector for deflecting fuel into the airflow. | 05-26-2011 |
20140367214 | LOCKUP CLUTCH MODULATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A torque converter includes an input connected to an engine. An output is connected with a transmission. A lockup clutch is connected with the output and is disposed to engage the input to couple the input with the output via an apply pressure corresponding to a target lockup strategy based on at least one vehicle operating condition. A pressure regulator is configured to modulate the apply pressure. Systems and methods are disclosed. | 12-18-2014 |
Carter J. Reese, Eden Prairie, MN US
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20110114535 | FOLDED BOXES AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - The folded collapsed boxes containing substantially no open gaps are provided. A plurality of different size folded collapsed boxes can be bundled together to yield a display that has the maximum number of folded collapsed boxes displayed thus conserving space. | 05-19-2011 |
Chad Reese, Auburn, AL US
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20100229892 | Surface Cleaning Apparatus With Automatic Brush Speed Adjustment - A surface-cleaning apparatus is disclosed. The apparatus includes one or more brushes rotatably driven by a motor in order to collect debris without suction being applied by the apparatus. The apparatus is capable of detecting a resistance or friction level of the surface to be cleaned, and can automatically adjust the rotational speed of the motor, and thereby the rotational speed(s) of the brush(es), based on changes in the surface. Additionally, the apparatus is capable of detecting jamming or locking of a brush and turning off the motor in response to detecting such jamming or locking. | 09-16-2010 |
20110154588 | SURFACE CLEANING APPARATUS - A surface cleaning apparatus with a removable compartment is provided that allows a dust cup in the removable compartment to be emptied while minimizing handling by the user. The removable compartment is removably secured within the surface cleaning apparatus. The removable compartment can be removed by activating a first trigger device. The dust cup can be emptied by activating a second trigger device. | 06-30-2011 |
Charlie W. Reese, Carrollton, GA US
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20090173818 | Providing Length Equalization - Length equalization may be provided. First, a plurality of conductors may be paid off from a plurality of pay-off devices respectively corresponding to the plurality of conductors to form a cable. The plurality of conductors comprising the cable may then be wound onto a take-up device. During the winding process, a guide device may be rotated to cause the plurality of conductors to have substantially a same length after the cable has been wound onto the take-up device. The guide device may be disposed between the take-up device and the plurality of pay-off devices. The guide device may have holes respectively corresponding to each of the plurality of conductors. Each of the plurality of conductors may pass through a respective hole in the guide device. | 07-09-2009 |
Christopher Reese, Bend, OR US
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20100009733 | Game aim assist - Methods for game aim assist are provided. In electronic games, a game player may control the actions of a game character within a game environment. The game environment, which includes a focus area, may be displayed from a perspective of or with respect to a game character. During game play, one or more objects may be detected in the focus area. One of the objects may then be selected based on the distance between the object and the center of the focus area. The aim of the game character is then automatically adjusted toward the selected object, which allows the game player to direct an attack action on the object | 01-14-2010 |
20100216552 | System and method for communicating game information - A method and system for transmitting game related information from a hand-held gaming device through a game console to a game controller and vice versa. In one aspect, the game related information comprises command information that causes the game controller to respond either by vibrating, rumbling or other action associated with a game being played. In another aspect, the game related information may include controller signals that cause an action at the hand-held device. | 08-26-2010 |
20120284651 | PERSISTENT PARTY ROOMS - Using persistent party rooms, including: initializing, via a computing device, a global array according to a hierarchical server architecture; determining, via the computing device, whether or not to create a new persistent party room or to join a previously bookmarked persistent party room; creating, via the computing device, the new persistent party room within a position indexed in the global array; and joining, via the computing device, the previously bookmarked persistent party room by searching for the previously bookmarked party room utilizing the global array. | 11-08-2012 |
20130196767 | GAME AIM ASSIST - Methods for game aim assist are provided. In electronic games, a game player may control the actions of a game character within a game environment. The game environment, which includes a focus area, may be displayed from a perspective of or with respect to a game character. During game play, one or more objects may be detected in the focus area. One of the objects may then be selected based on the distance between the object and the center of the focus area. The aim of the game character is then automatically adjusted toward the selected object, which allows the game player to direct an attack action on the object | 08-01-2013 |
Colin C. Reese, Portland, OR US
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20110220194 | LIGHT CONVERSION EFFICIENCY-ENHANCED SOLAR CELL FABRICATED WITH DOWNSHIFTING NANOMATERIAL - The light conversion efficiency of a solar cell ( | 09-15-2011 |
20120222723 | Solar Module Employing Quantum Luminescent Lateral Transfer Concentrator - A solar concentrator module ( | 09-06-2012 |
20120305860 | LIGHT CONVERSION EFFICIENCY ENHANCED SOLAR CELL FABRICATED WITH DOWNSHIFTING NANOMATERIAL - The light conversion efficiency of a solar cell ( | 12-06-2012 |
20130206219 | COOPERATIVE PHOTOVOLTAIC NETWORKS AND PHOTOVOLTAIC CELL ADAPTATIONS FOR USE THEREIN - Photovoltaic cells ( | 08-15-2013 |
20130256633 | SEMICONDUCTOR STRUCTURE HAVING NANOCRYSTALLINE CORE AND NANOCRYSTALLINE SHELL WITH INSULATOR COATING - Lighting apparatus including a light emitting diode and a plurality of semiconductor structures. Each semiconductor structure includes a quantum dot comprising a nanocrystalline core comprising a first semiconductor material and a nanocrystalline shell comprising a second, different, semiconductor material at least partially surrounding the nanocrystalline core, the quantum dot having a photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) of at least 90%. An insulator layer encapsulates the quantum dot. | 10-03-2013 |
20130320298 | SEMICONDUCTOR STRUCTURE HAVING NANOCRYSTALLINE CORE AND NANOCRYSTALLINE SHELL WITH INSULATOR COATING - A semiconductor structure comprises a nanocrystalline core of a first semiconductor material, a nanocrystalline shell of a second, different, semiconductor material at least partially surrounding the nanocrystalline core, and an insulator layer encapsulating the nanocrystalline shell and core, wherein an outer surface of the insulator layer is ligand-functionalized. | 12-05-2013 |
Colin E. Reese, Lorton, VA US
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20110085242 | NEAR EYE DISPLAY PRISM OPTIC ASSEMBLY - An optical assembly uses a plastic prism with one flat surface and a collimating lens optic to provide the capability of imaging a color micro-display to the eye. The collimating optic and flat prism surface can allow for aberration-free diopter adjustment and an image with very low-magnitude, nearly-symmetric distortion. The collimating optic can also provide environmental protection of the prism involving an optical plastic device. The input illumination from the micro-display enters the prism, is reflected two times within the prism, exits the prism, and passes through the collimating optic before being viewed by the eye. Such an optical assembly can provide a field of view with eye-relief and exit pupil when viewing a full-color micro-display. | 04-14-2011 |
C. Shane Reese, Mapleton, UT US
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20110228971 | ROBUST WATERMARKING FOR DIGITAL MEDIA - Embedding a watermark includes organizing variation locations in a data stream, partitioning the data stream into small blocks, determining the variation of small blocks based on the variation, categorizing small blocks into big blocks, identifying those big blocks that have a threshold level of variation, and embedding into those identified big blocks a watermark value. | 09-22-2011 |
Danny J. Reese, Manchester, NH US
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20110168996 | Polycrystalline heterostructure infrared detector - A midwave infrared lead salt photodetector manufactured by a process comprising the step of employing molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) to grow a heterostructure photoconductive detector with a wide-gap surface layer that creates a surface channel for minority carriers. | 07-14-2011 |
David Reese, Forest Park, IL US
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20090038555 | Animal scent detection apparatus and system - A portable scent detection system for moving air from a search area to an animal's nose that can include a hand-held pickup for collecting air from a target area, an air moving unit containing at least one fan, a return hose coupled between the pickup and the air moving unit, and a scent presentation device worn on the animal's head with a one or more presentation ports near the animal's nose. The preferred animal is a dog; however, any animal which can be trained to indicate detection of a target scent can be used. The air moving unit can be double or single. A single unit can contain one fan, while a double unit can contain a second fan. More fans can be added in series or parallel as needed to provide adequate airflow. The pickup device can also optionally contain a fan. The fans can be battery powered using fixed or rechargeable batteries. The battery or batteries can be external or internal to the unit. The air moving unit can be contained in a waist or backpack for ease in use. The scent pickup can also optionally contain a filter to filter out dust or unwanted particles. A system of hoses normally can be run between the pickup device and the air moving unit and between the air moving unit and the scent presentation device. The air moving unit can optionally be located in a widened section of the hoses or hoses. | 02-12-2009 |
David Reese, Chicago, IL US
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20110197824 | Leg-Attached Animal Management Device - A leg-mounted pouch and coil-up leash that allows hands-free managing of a dog or other animal. A leg pouch can contain a bottom opening through which the leash can be threaded to the animal or a removable leash coil otherwise attached or a separate leg brace removable from the pouch can hold the leash coil. This allows the wearer to control the animal without having to take the hands or eyes off of a weapon or other equipment or stop to change hand or arm positions. In some embodiments, the there is a water bottle that can supply liquid to the animal. Also, in other embodiments, a remote-controlled release can free the dog wirelessly for an attack or other purpose. A preferred embodiment can separate into four parts, a leg-worn pouch or pouches, a belt or leg-worn attachment that holds a coil-up leash, a separable water bottle with a delivery hose, and an animal collar with a wirelessly controlled release. | 08-18-2011 |
20110203349 | Animal Scent Detection Apparatus and System - A portable scent detection system for moving air from a search area to an animal's nose that can include a hand-held pickup for collecting air from a target area, an air moving unit containing at least one fan, a return hose coupled between the pickup and the air moving unit, and a scent presentation device worn on the animal's head with a one or more presentation ports near the animal's nose. The preferred animal is a dog; however, any animal which can be trained to indicate detection of a target scent can be used. The air moving unit can be double or single. A single unit can contain one fan, while a double unit can contain a second fan. More fans can be added in series or parallel as needed to provide adequate airflow. The pickup device can also optionally contain a fan. The fans can be battery powered using fixed or rechargeable batteries. The battery or batteries can be external or internal to the unit. The air moving unit can be contained in a waist or backpack for ease in use. The scent pickup can also optionally contain a filter to filter out dust or unwanted particles. A system of hoses normally can be run between the pickup device and the air moving unit and between the air moving unit and the scent presentation device. The air moving unit can optionally be located in a widened section of the hoses or hoses. | 08-25-2011 |
David Byrne Reese, Oakland, CA US
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20110060842 | Techniques for Providing Connections to Services in a Network Environment - Methods and apparatus for facilitating consumption of services via a services network are described. Access is provided to a services directory which identifies a plurality of services and at least one connector for facilitating consumption of each of the services via the network. Each connector is operable to mediate communication protocol and business policy differences between a first network end point associated with the corresponding service and a second network end point associated with a consumer of the service. For each of selected ones of the connectors, information accessible via the services directory is provided regarding how to use the connector to consume the corresponding service. For each of selected ones of the services, access to a connector design process is provided via the services directory. The connector design process is operable to facilitate creation of a new connector for the corresponding service, and to specify at least one business process for mediating the business policy differences. | 03-10-2011 |
20140258549 | TECHNIQUES FOR PROVIDING CONNECTIONS TO SERVICES IN A NETWORK ENVIRONMENT - Methods and apparatus for mediating user access to services over a network are described. Access is provided by a service network host to a plurality of connectors providing access to a plurality of services over the network. The services are provided by entities independent from the service network host. The connectors including a first connector are configured to communicate with a first service using a first format to retrieve or modify data associated with the first service. The first connector is further configured to identify one or more methods or data fields of the first service. The service network host is further configured to provide, to a computer associated with a user over the network, one or more directions for using the first connector to display and/or modify data from the first service over the network. | 09-11-2014 |
David L. Reese, Westborough, MA US
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20090204785 | Computer with two execution modes - A computer. A processor pipeline alternately executes instructions coded for first and second different computer architectures or coded to implement first and second different processing conventions. A memory stores instructions for execution by the processor pipeline, the memory being divided into pages for management by a virtual memory manager, a single address space of the memory having first and second pages. A memory unit fetches instructions from the memory for execution by the pipeline, and fetches stored indicator elements associated with respective memory pages of the single address space from which the instructions are to be fetched. Each indicator element is designed to store an indication of which of two different computer architectures and/or execution conventions under which instruction data of the associated page are to be executed by the processor pipeline. The memory unit and/or processor pipeline recognizes an execution flow from the first page, whose associated indicator element indicates the first architecture. or execution convention, to the second page, whose associated indicator element indicates the first architecture or execution convention. In response to the recognizing, a processing mode of the processor pipeline or a storage content of the memory adapts to effect execution of instructions in the architecture and/or under the convention indicated by the indicator element corresponding to the instruction's page. | 08-13-2009 |
Dennis W. Reese, West Jordan, UT US
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20100282786 | HAT SHAPING FORM - A hat shaping form includes a plurality of concentric shapes having differing circumferences. According to one exemplary embodiment, each of the plurality of concentric shapes are affixed to at least one of the other plurality of concentric shapes in a graduated fashion to allow for the resizing of a fitted cap or hat. | 11-11-2010 |
Gaylord P. Reese, Irvine, CA US
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20080234986 | INTELLIGENT LAMM SCHEMATICS - A computer implemented method and computer usable program code for interacting with a system schematic. A system schematic having a plurality of components is graphically displayed. In response to receiving a selection of a control component, a state of the control component is altered. A set of effector components from the plurality of components are animated using a cause-and-effect relationship between the control component and the set of effector components are animated. | 09-25-2008 |
Herschel Henry Reese, Midland, MI US
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20090084427 | Copper Indium Diselenide-Based Photovoltaic Device And Method Of Preparing the Same - A copper indium diselenide (CIS)-based photovoltaic device includes a CIS-based solar absorber layer including copper, indium, and selenium. The CIS-based photovoltaic device further includes a substrate formed from a silicone composition. The substrate, because it is formed from the silicone composition, is both flexible and sufficiently able to withstand annealing temperatures in excess of 500° C. to obtain maximum efficiency of the device. | 04-02-2009 |
20090124781 | Method of Making Branched Polysilane Copolymers - Branched polysilane copolymers are prepared via a Wurtz-type coupling reaction by reacting a mixture of two different dihalosilanes and a single trihalosilane with an alkali metal coupling agent in an organic liquid medium. The branched polysilane copolymers are recovered from the reaction mixture. Capped branched polysilane copolymers are prepared via the same Wurtz-type coupling reaction with addition of a capping agent to the reaction mixture. The capping agent is a monohalosilane, monoalkoxysilane, dialkoxysilane, or trialkoxysilane. The branched polysilane copolymers and the capped branched polysilane copolymers are soluble in organic liquid medium. | 05-14-2009 |
20100015439 | Glass Substrates Coated or Laminated With Cured Silicone Resin Compositions - An article of manufacture comprising (i) at least one glass substrate and (ii) a coating layer on at least a portion of at least one side of the glass substrate wherein the coating layer comprises a cured silicone resin composition selected from a hydrosilylation cured silicone resin composition, a condensation cured silicone resin composition, or a tree radical cured silicone resin composition; the glass being preferably a thin glass (5-500 micrometers) | 01-21-2010 |
Howard Reese, Poway, CA US
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20110003343 | CONJUGATES OF BIOMOLECULES TO NANOPARTICLES - Disclosed herein are conjugates comprising a biomolecule linked to a label that have biological activity and are useful in a wide variety of biological applications. For example, provided herein are polymerase-nanoparticle conjugates including a polymerase linked to a nanoparticle, wherein the conjugate has polymerase activity. Such conjugates can exhibit reduced aggregation and improved stochiometries wherein the average biomolecule:nanoparticle ratio approaches or equals 1:1. Also disclosed herein are improved methods for preparing such conjugates, and methods and systems for using such conjugates in biological applications such as nucleotide incorporation, primer extension and single molecule sequencing. | 01-06-2011 |
20140308730 | CONJUGATES OF BIOMOLECULES TO NANOPARTICLES - Disclosed herein are conjugates comprising a biomolecule linked to a label that have biological activity and are useful in a wide variety of biological applications. For example, provided herein are polymerase-nanoparticle conjugates including a polymerase linked to a nanoparticle, wherein the conjugate has polymerase activity. Such conjugates can exhibit reduced aggregation and improved stochiometries wherein the average biomolecule:nanoparticle ratio approaches or equals 1:1. Also disclosed herein are improved methods for preparing such conjugates, and methods and systems for using such conjugates in biological applications such as nucleotide incorporation, primer extension and single molecule sequencing. | 10-16-2014 |
Howard R. Reese, Poway, CA US
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20090069198 | Biomolecular Attachment Sites on Microelectronic Arrays and Methods Thereof - Methods of addressing a biomolecule to a selectively addressable electrode are described. A permeation layer overlying a plurality of selectively addressable electrodes is provided. The permeation layer includes a reactive group that is adapted to bond to a biomolecule and that requires activation through a chemical transformation before bonding to the biomolecule. At least one selectively addressable electrode is biased such that a pH change occurs in an overlying solution of the at least one selectively addressable electrode. The reactive group in a portion of the permeation layer above the at least one selectively addressable electrode is then chemically transformed to an activated reactive group as a result of the pH change. A biomolecule is then bound to the permeation layer overlying the at least one selectively addressable electrode through the activated reactive group. | 03-12-2009 |
Jack R. Reese, Hurricane, WV US
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20080255378 | High productivity process for non-phenolic ethoxylates - The present invention provides a process for the production of an ethoxylate involving charging a portion of product from a previous preparation (a “heel”) or an ethoxylate to a reactor, optionally, charging from about 0.2 wt. % to an amount equal or greater than the amount of heel of a C | 10-16-2008 |
20080255394 | High productivity process for alkylphenol ethoxylates - The present invention provides a process for the production of an alkylphenol ethoxylate involving charging a portion of product from a previous preparation (a “heel”) or an ethoxylate to a reactor, optionally, charging from about 0.2 wt. % to an amount equal to or greater than the weight of the heel of an alkylphenol starter to the reactor, charging ethylene oxide to activate a double metal cyanide (“DMC”) catalyst, adding the alkylphenol starter simultaneously with ethylene oxide for a portion of the process and continuing ethylene oxide addition following completion of the simultaneous alkylphenol starter and ethylene oxide addition. The process of the present invention provides significant improvements in cycle time and safety in producing ethoxylates which may find use in or as surfactants. | 10-16-2008 |
20100160469 | Polymer polyols comprising a natural oil base polyol, polyurethane foams comprising these polymer polyols and processes for their preparation - This invention relates to polymer polyols comprising the free-radical polymerization product of a base polyol, at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer, and, optionally, a preformed stabilizer, in the presence of at least one free-radical polymerization initiator and at least one chain transfer agent, in which the base polyol is a natural oil. A process for preparing these polymer polyols is also described. The present invention also relates to a polyurethane foam prepared from these polymer polyols and to a process for the preparation of these polyurethane foams. | 06-24-2010 |
20110230581 | PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF POLYETHER POLYOLS WITH A HIGH ETHYLENE OXIDE CONTENT - Polyether polyols with an OH number of from 15 to 120 mg of KOH/g are produced by (i) introducing a mixture of DMC catalyst and a poly(oxyalkylene)polyol or a mixture of DMC catalyst and a polyether polyol (“heel”) obtainable by the process according to the invention is initially into a reactor and (ii) continuously introducing one (or more) low molecular weight starter compound(s) with a (mixed) hydroxyl functionality of from 2.2 to 6.0 and a mixture composed of a) 73 to 80 parts by weight (per 100 parts by weight of a) plus b)) of ethylene oxide and b) 27 to 20 parts by weight (per 100 parts by weight of a) plus b)) of at least one substituted alkylene oxide corresponding to a specified formula into the mixture from step (i). These polyether polyols are particularly useful for the production of flexible polyurethane foams. | 09-22-2011 |
20120016048 | FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAMS MADE FROM ALKOXYLATED NATURAL OIL - The present invention provides flexible conventional polyurethane foams made from at least one polyisocyanate and at least one vegetable oil alkoxylated in the presence of a double metal cyanide (DMC) catalyst, optionally at least one non-vegetable oil-based polyol, generally in the presence of a blowing agent and optionally in the presence of a surfactant, pigment, flame retardant, catalyst or filler. The alkoxylated natural oil must have (a) an ethylene oxide content in the alkoxylated segment greater than 20% by weight, (b) a primary hydroxyl group content of at least 10%, with the sum of (a)+(b) being at least 30% but no greater than 60%, The alkoxylated natural oils are environmentally-friendly, bio-based polyols which can be used to increase the “green” content of polyurethane foams without having detrimental effects on foam properties. | 01-19-2012 |
20130079429 | PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF HIGH AIR FLOW POLYETHER FOAMS AND THE FOAMS PRODUCED BY THIS PROCESS - This invention relates to novel polyol blends, a process for preparing foams with very low resistance to air flow from certain polyol blends and to the resultant foams. The polyol blends comprise one or more monofunctional polyethers having a hydroxyl number of less than 28; one or more polyether polyols having a hydroxyl number of 20 to 240 and containing at least 50% of copolymerized oxyethylene; one or more polyether polyols having a hydroxyl number of 47 to 300 and containing from 5 to 40% of copolymerized oxyethylene; and optionally, one or more polyether polyols having a hydroxyl number of 10 to 45. This process of the invention comprises reacting one or more polyisocyanates, with an isocyanate-reactive component which comprises a specific polyol blend, in the presence of at least one catalyst, at least one surfactant and at least one blowing agent. | 03-28-2013 |
20130345476 | PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT IMPACT POLYETHERS - This invention relates to an improved continuous process for the production of low molecular weight polyoxyalkylene polyether polyols. These polyoxyalkylene polyether polyols have a hydroxyl content of from about 3.4 to about 12.1% by weight, and may also be characterized as having an OH number of from about 112 to about 400. The process comprises establishing oxyalkylation conditions in a continuous reactor in the presence of a DMC catalyst; continuously introducing alkylene oxide and a low molecular weight starter into the continuous reactor; recovering a partially oxyalkylated polyether polyol from the reactor; and allowing the recovered partially oxyalkylated polyether polyol to further reactor until the unreacted alkylene oxide content of the mixture is reduced to 0.001% or less by weight. | 12-26-2013 |
20140024733 | PROCESS FOR THE IN SITU PRODUCTION OF POLYETHER POLYOLS BASED ON RENEWABLE MATERIALS AND THEIR USE IN THE PRODUCTION OF FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAMS - A polyether polyol based on renewable materials is obtained by the in situ production of a polyether from a hydroxyl group-containing vegetable oil, at least one alkylene oxide and a low molecular weight polyol having at least 2 hydroxyl groups. The polyol is produced by introducing the hydroxyl group-containing vegetable oil, a catalyst and an alkylene oxide to a reactor and initiating the alkoxylation reaction. After the alkoxylation reaction has begun but before the reaction has been 20% completed, the low molecular weight polyol having at least 2 hydroxyl groups is continuously introduced into the reactor. After the in situ made polyether polyol product having the desired molecular weight has been formed, the in situ made polyether polyol is removed from the reactor. These polyether polyols are particularly suitable for the production of flexible polyurethane foams. | 01-23-2014 |
James T. Reese, Logan, UT US
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20110012734 | Portable Boundary Sensor System and Method - A method and system that creates a boundary with an alert and deterring function when the boundary is crossed. The system employs a base unit and one or more portable IR motion sensors which are capable of discriminating between objects of differing physical characteristics, and notifies the user when the parameters for sufficient obstruction have been met. Both sensors and base unit have audio and visual deterring capabilities to frighten away unwanted intruders. The method and system can be utilized in camping situations to deter dangerous wildlife and can be configured to notify users when children exit from an area. The system can be used to create a contiguous perimeter, or any boundary arrangement desired. | 01-20-2011 |
20110132474 | Back Flow Prevention System - A system that prevents the backflow of fluid is disclosed. The system comprises a housing, two rubber flaps that are attached in such a way to create a one-way valve, and a water sensor. The flaps are anchored to the inside of the housing and open due to the force of fluid flowing in one direction. Fluid flowing in the opposite direction presses the ends of the flaps against each other, thus closing the valve and preventing water from backflowing through the system. A water sensor, mounted within the housing, is activated when a backflow fills the housing, thus providing an alarm to indicate a backflow event has occurred. | 06-09-2011 |
Jason A. Reese, Auburn, MI US
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20110100438 | BUILDING INTEGRATED PHOTOVOLTAIC HAVING INJECTION MOLDED COMPONENT - The invention is a photovoltaic device comprising a photovoltaic cell assembly with an injection molded portion connected to at least one edge of the photovoltaic cell assembly where the body portion has properties and a composition enabling robust function over a period of years when the photovoltaic device is mounted on the exterior of a building. | 05-05-2011 |
20110220183 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - The present invention is premised upon an improved photovoltaic device (“PV device”), more particularly to an improved photovoltaic device with a multilayered photovoltaic cell assembly and a body portion joined at an interface region. | 09-15-2011 |
20110293914 | SHAPED FOAM COMPOSITE ARTICLE - The present invention is a method to manufacture shaped foam composite articles comprising a foam core and one or more skin and shaped foam composite articles made therefrom. Specifically, cold formed shaped foam articles having an upper and lower surface having a skin applied to one or both of the surfaces. Preferably the foam comprises a styrenic polymer foam and the skins may independently be mono-layered or multi-layered. The shaped foam article and the skin may be made from the same or different materials. In the case where there are more than one skin, the skins may comprise the same or different materials. | 12-01-2011 |
20120259029 | METHOD FOR MAKING LOW DENSITY POLYURETHANE FOAM FOR SOUND AND VIBRATION ABSORPTION - Flexible polyurethane foams that function well in noise and vibration absorption applications are made from a mixture of polyether polyols oxides that each has a hydroxyl equivalent weight of from 1200 to 3000 and at least 70% primary hydroxyl groups. From 5 to 80% by weight of the ethylene oxide-capped polypropylene oxides are nominally difunctional, from 0.5 to 20% by weight of the ethylene oxide-capped polypropylene oxides have a nominal functionality of four or higher, and the balance of the ethylene oxide-capped polypropylene oxides, but not less than 1.5% by weight thereof, are nominally trifunctional. | 10-11-2012 |
20130170149 | CONNECTOR AND ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY FOR IMPROVED WET INSULATION RESISTANCE - The present invention is premised upon a connector and electronic circuit assembly ( | 07-04-2013 |
20130233385 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - The present invention is premised upon an improved photovoltaic device (“PV device”), more particularly to an improved photovoltaic device with a multilayered photovoltaic cell assembly and a body portion joined at an interface region and including an intermediate layer, at least one interconnecting structural member, relieving feature, unique component geometry, or any combination thereof. | 09-12-2013 |
20130247986 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - The present invention is premised upon an improved photovoltaic device (“PV device”), more particularly to an improved photovoltaic device with a multilayered photovoltaic cell assembly and a body portion joined at an interface region and including an intermediate layer, at least one interconnecting structural member, relieving feature, unique component geometry, or any combination thereof. | 09-26-2013 |
20130247988 | PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE - The present invention is premised upon an improved photovoltaic device (“PV device”), more particularly to an improved photovoltaic device ( | 09-26-2013 |
Jason Peter Reese, Boise, ID US
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20100016134 | Hott matt - The invention is an exercise apparatus consisting of a modified workout mat, attachable rubber resistance bands, and interchangeable handles and ankle straps which can be connected to the resistance bands. The exercise mat has nylon straps with metal rings sewn onto it so that rubber resistance bands of various lengths and weights can be attached to the sides of the mat to provide a multitude of workout options. There are also nylon straps sewn onto the underside of the mat which are used to anchor it to an object such as a bench or chair to provide the user with a wider variety of workout positions. The mat is of a tri-fold design so it can be easily folded up for transport or storage. Taken as a whole, the modified workout mat, resistance bands, and various attachments can be used in combination to provide a convenient and complete body workout. | 01-21-2010 |
John Reese, Los Angeles, CA US
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20110218932 | System and Method for Interactively Entering Data Into the Database - A system and method for facilitating the accurate entry of information into a highly structured database by initially extracting information from a plurality of nonuniformly formatted source data streams, e.g., documents/files, and subsequent interactions with users before storing the accepted and/or modified information into the database. Embodiments of the present invention provide an interactive path for each user (e.g., the author of the source document/file) to interactively modify the extracted data, e.g., according to the source document/file. Preferably, this interactive path is provided via the Internet and the extracted information can be modified by editing and/or selectively copying portions of the source documents/files to supplement and/or modify the extracted information. | 09-08-2011 |
John Sanders Reese, Ocala, FL US
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20090156328 | Putter face groove pattern for improved feel, accuracy and distance control - A golf putter ball striking face with a geometrically spaced groove pattern that gives the golfer improved feel, accuracy and distance control. This invention also relates to golf swing training, specifically to an apparatus that aids in learning and improving the alignment and swing for the putter. | 06-18-2009 |
20100279786 | Shaft mounting device for golf putters - A golf putter shaft mounting device that gives the golfer improved feel, accuracy and distance control by maintaining face balance through a wide range of custom settings of lie angle and custom length selection. This invention also allows for ease of manufacture of a putter with custom features. This invention also relates to golf swing training, specifically to an apparatus that aids in learning and improving the alignment and swing for the putter. | 11-04-2010 |
Jon Reese, New Providence, NJ US
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20110035330 | Quality Control of Investment Performance Calculations - Described are methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, for quality control of investment performance calculations. Performance data associated with one or more investment accounts is received by a server computing device. A tolerance range associated with the performance data is generated. A portion of the performance data is identified for filtering based on the tolerance range. The identified performance data is processed through a plurality of filters, wherein the filters are based on predefined rules. A first portion of the filtered data is marked as requiring no further review. A second portion of the filtered data is marked as requiring further review. | 02-10-2011 |
Karl S. Reese, West Roxbury, MA US
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20110087283 | ABSORBABLE BONE ANCHOR - A bone anchor is provided that can toggle in two planes for secure anchorage within a bone cavity. The bone anchor includes an oblique suture channel configured such that a suture strand extending through the bone anchor can be tensioned to toggle the bone anchor inside the bone cavity. The suture strand can be located on the same side of the anchor body to maximize the area of the anchor surface which engages bone, resulting in increased engagement into bone and resistance to tensile forces. | 04-14-2011 |
Kenneth Duan Reese, Kirkwood, MO US
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20100205228 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING USER CUSTOMIZED INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA - A method of providing a user customized instructional media file from a database containing a plurality of instructional media files is disclosed. The method includes identifying a plurality of the instructional media files based at least in part on a plurality of parameters selected by the user and stitching the identified plurality instructional media files into a compiled instructional media file. The method further includes making available for delivery the compiled instructional media file to the user. Additional methods and systems for performing the methods are also disclosed. | 08-12-2010 |
Kevin Reese, Fayetteville, GA US
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20100270968 | Methods, Systems & Products for Managing Energy Consumption - Methods, systems, and products are disclosed for managing energy consumption. Electrical power from an auxiliary battery system is received. The electrical power is shared with peripheral devices. A characteristic of a vehicle battery is received from an interface to an on board diagnostic system. When the electrical power received from the auxiliary battery system is less than a threshold value, then the auxiliary battery system is charged from a connection to the vehicle battery. The charging of the auxiliary battery system is disabled when the characteristic of the vehicle battery is less than the minimum value. | 10-28-2010 |
20110047585 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR HIGH SPEED DATA SERVICES - A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, a network device to transmit interactive TV services using minimally twisted or non-twisted pair cables including a controller to receive a very high digital subscriber line (VDSL) signal at the minimally twisted or non-twisted pair cable and adapt the VDSL signal for transmission over the minimally twisted or non-twisted pair cable to form an adapted VDSL signal which can subsequently be used for presentation of interactive TV services. Other embodiments are disclosed. | 02-24-2011 |
20110141921 | Identifying Network Performance Alert Conditions - A computer-implemented method includes receiving diagnostic data from a plurality of network interface devices via a plurality of network connections corresponding to the network interface devices. Each of the plurality of network interface devices includes a diagnostic module to gather diagnostic data pertaining to the network interface device, to gather diagnostic data pertaining to the corresponding network connection, and to gather diagnostic data pertaining to a video device at a user location. The video device is coupled to the network interface device to receive video data via the corresponding network connection. The method also includes analyzing the diagnostic data at the computing device to identify one or more performance alert conditions associated with a service provider network. The method further includes generating an output identifying the one or more performance alert conditions. | 06-16-2011 |
20120140641 | METHODS, APPARATUS AND ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE TO TEST HOME NETWORKS - Example methods, apparatus and articles of manufacture to test home networks are disclosed. A disclosed example method includes receiving a command from a wirelessly coupled test controller, communicative coupling a communication module to a home network in response to the command, performing a test of the home network via the communication module, and returning a result of the test to the test controller via a wireless signal. | 06-07-2012 |
20120297439 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR HIGH SPEED DATA SERVICES - A system that incorporates teachings of the present disclosure may include, for example, receiving, by a first line card coupled to minimally twisted or non-twisted pair cables, a very high digital subscriber line signal, modifying the very high digital subscriber line signal for transmission over the minimally twisted or non-twisted pair cables to generate an updated very high digital subscriber line signal that overcomes a transmission deficiency, and transmitting from the first line card the updated very high digital subscriber line signal to a second line card to cause the second line card to receive the adapted very high digital subscriber line signal at a desired signal quality and convert the updated very high digital subscriber line signal to a very high digital subscriber line signal for presentation of interactive television services at the customer premise equipment. Other embodiments are disclosed. | 11-22-2012 |
20130051247 | Identifying Network Performance Alert Conditions - A computer-implemented method includes receiving diagnostic data from a plurality of network interface devices via a plurality of network connections corresponding to the network interface devices. Each of the plurality of network interface devices includes a diagnostic module to gather diagnostic data pertaining to the network interface device, to gather diagnostic data pertaining to the corresponding network connection, and to gather diagnostic data pertaining to a video device at a user location. The video device is coupled to the network interface device to receive video data via the corresponding network connection. The method also includes analyzing the diagnostic data at the computing device to identify one or more performance alert conditions associated with a service provider network. The method further includes generating an output identifying one or more potential causes of the one or more identified performance alert conditions. | 02-28-2013 |
20130166339 | Method, System, and Computer Program Product for Providing a Facility Map - A map of a facility is provided. Dispatch instructions for dispatching a mobile device from a starting location to the facility at a destination within a geographical area are received, and a current location of the mobile device is detected as the mobile device moves from the starting location towards the destination. The map of the facility is received based on the dispatch instructions and the current location of the mobile device, and the map of the facility is provided. | 06-27-2013 |
Kevin J. Reese, Fayetteville, GA US
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20110068974 | Inline GPS Receiver Module - Devices and methods are disclosed which relate to a mountable, inline global navigation satellite system receiver module with a standard interface to mobile computing devices and a connection to external antennae. In addition to allowing for data transfer from the receiver module to the mobile computing device, the standard interface is a conduit to power the receiver module and, in some embodiments, the external antennae. Further, a system is disclosed that determines the position coordinates of a mobile computing device via a mountable, inline global navigation satellite system receiver module in communication with the mobile computing device. | 03-24-2011 |
Larry Reese, Phoenix, AZ US
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20090272847 | AFT INLET DUCT MOUNTED DOOR ACTUATOR - An inlet door system including an aft inlet duct mounted door actuator providing RAM air to an auxiliary power unit (APU) contained within an aircraft is provided. The inlet door system includes an inlet duct, the aft inlet duct mounted door actuator, and a door. The inlet duct is configured to extend from the auxiliary power unit to the aircraft housing and has a sidewall that defines a flow passage. The door actuator is mounted to an exterior surface of the aft portion of the inlet duct. The door is coupled to the actuator. The actuator is configured to selectively rotate the door between at least a first position and a second position. | 11-05-2009 |
Mark H. Reese, Waukesha, WI US
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20090145186 | CAM PIN STOP APPARATUS - A cam pin stop apparatus is provided which is resistant to a malicious pop-open condition. The cam pin stop apparatus includes a cam pin configured to be movable along a first axis, and a cam pin stop configured to be movable to a release location to prevent the cam pin from substantially moving along a second axis, wherein the second axis is substantially perpendicular to the first axis. A potential energy may be released by the cam pin stop when it moves to the release location. | 06-11-2009 |
Mark J. Reese, Greenbush, MN US
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20080223266 | Wood fired boiler - A bio-mass fueled boiler operating at delivered efficiencies in excess of 90%. Pre-heated, pressurized primary combustion air is supplied to a primary burn chamber via horizontal and vertical orifice containing conduits. Exhaust gases are directed past a reflective secondary burner supplying pre-heated, pressurized secondary combustion air into a secondary burn/ash collection chamber. Exhaust gases are directed from the secondary burn chamber via exhaust conduits having axial and cross-sectional shapes and wall geometries that promote internal turbulence and heat transfer. One or more gas/oil fired burners are fitted to or between the primary and secondary combustion chambers. Several operating modes are provided via associated blowers, air baffles, liquid and gas fuel conduits, pumps and sundry stove sensors and servos coupled to microprocessor control circuitry. | 09-18-2008 |
20110232622 | Wood fired boiler - A bio-mass fueled boiler operating at delivered efficiencies in excess of 90%. Pre-heated, pressurized primary combustion air is supplied to a primary burn chamber via horizontal and vertical orifice containing conduits. Exhaust gases are directed past a reflective secondary burner supplying pre-heated, pressurized secondary combustion air into a secondary burn/ash collection chamber. Exhaust gases are directed from the secondary burn chamber via exhaust conduits having axial and cross-sectional shapes and wall geometries that promote internal turbulence and heat transfer. One or more gas/oil fired burners are fitted to or between the primary and secondary combustion chambers. Several operating modes are provided via associated blowers, air baffles, liquid and gas fuel conduits, pumps and sundry stove sensors and servos coupled to microprocessor control circuitry. | 09-29-2011 |
Mark J. Reese, Cincinnati, OH US
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20080221389 | Hand assisted laparoscopic seal assembly with deflection feature - A seal assembly for permitting hand assisted laparoscopic procedures is disclosed. The seal assembly includes a seal cap having a seal positioned within a housing. The housing includes a lower seal ring having a track which supports an upper seal ring for relative rotational motion. The seal is supported between the upper seal ring and the lower seal ring for rotation between an open orientation and a closed orientation. A ratchet mechanism is provided for controlling motion of the upper seal ring relative to the lower seal ring. The ratchet mechanism includes a deflection feature and a series of gear teeth, wherein the series of gear teeth are oriented to engage the deflection feature. | 09-11-2008 |
20100228092 | SURGICAL ACCESS DEVICES AND METHODS PROVIDING SEAL MOVEMENT IN PREDEFINED PATHS - Various methods and devices are provided for allowing multiple surgical instruments to be inserted into sealing elements of a single surgical access device. The sealing elements can be movable along predefined pathways within the device to allow surgical instruments inserted through the sealing elements to be moved laterally, rotationally, angularly, and vertically relative to a central longitudinal axis of the device for ease of manipulation within a patient's body while maintaining insufflation. | 09-09-2010 |
20100228094 | SURGICAL ACCESS DEVICES AND METHODS PROVIDING SEAL MOVEMENT IN PREDEFINED MOVEMENT REGIONS - Various methods and devices are provided for allowing multiple surgical instruments to be inserted into sealing elements of a single surgical access device. The sealing elements can be movable along predefined pathways within the device to allow surgical instruments inserted through the sealing elements to be moved laterally, rotationally, angularly, and vertically relative to a central longitudinal axis of the device for ease of manipulation within a patient's body while maintaining insufflation. | 09-09-2010 |
Matthew Reese, Golden, CO US
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20110018563 | TEST DEVICE FOR MEASURING PERMEABILITY OF A BARRIER MATERIAL - A test device for measuring permeability of a barrier material. An exemplary device comprises a test card having a thin-film conductor-pattern formed thereon and an edge seal which seals the test card to the barrier material. Another exemplary embodiment is an electrical calcium test device comprising: a test card an impermeable spacer, an edge seal which seals the test card to the spacer and an edge seal which seals the spacer to the barrier material. | 01-27-2011 |
20110223433 | MULTILAYER HETEROSTRUCTURES AND THEIR MANUFACTURE - A method of synthesizing multilayer heterostructures including an inorganic oxide layer residing on a solid substrate is described. Exemplary embodiments include producing an inorganic oxide layer on a solid substrate by a liquid coating process under relatively mild conditions. The relatively mild conditions include temperatures below 225° C. and pressures above 9.4 mb. In an exemplary embodiment, a solution of diethyl aluminum ethoxide in anhydrous diglyme is applied to a flexible solid substrate by slot-die coating at ambient atmospheric pressure, and the diglyme removed by evaporation. An AlO | 09-15-2011 |
20140070827 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COMPENSATED BARRIER PERMEABILITY TESTING - Systems and methods for compensated barrier permeability testing are provided. In one embodiment, a method for testing water vapor penetration through a barrier material comprises: obtaining a first series of resistance measurements from a first moisture sensor located on a substrate surface of a test card, wherein the first moisture sensor is exposed to a testing chamber sealed onto the substrate surface of the test card; obtaining a second series of resistance measurements from a second moisture sensor, wherein the second moisture sensor is isolated from the testing chamber, wherein the testing chamber is defined by a cavity within a spacer element that separates the first moisture sensor from a test barrier; and determining a measurement of water vapor penetration through the test barrier by adjusting the first series of resistance measurement based on the second series of resistance measurement. | 03-13-2014 |
20140134786 | CdTe Devices and Method of Manufacturing Same - A method of producing polycrystalline CdTe materials and devices that incorporate the polycrystalline CdTe materials are provided. In particular, a method of producing polycrystalline p-doped CdTe thin films for use in CdTe solar cells in which the CdTe thin films possess enhanced acceptor densities and minority carrier lifetimes, resulting in enhanced efficiency of the solar cells containing the CdTe material are provided. | 05-15-2014 |
Matthew G. Reese, Jacksonville, FL US
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20110056232 | Invertible cooler with ice trap - An invertible portable cooler having a lid, an insulated interior to receive and retain ice and ice water, a can receptacle member to receive and retain a plurality of beverage cans, and an ice trap to receive and retain ice drained of excess water, wherein the beverage cans and ice retained by the ice trap are accessible by opening the lid of the cooler. The cooler may be provided with one or two spigots for dispensing the ice water without removing the cooler lid. The cooler may have a second lid opposite from the first lid. A cooler stand may be provided that accommodates inversion of the cooler. | 03-10-2011 |
20110059830 | Exercise mat with removable portion - An exercise mat that provides cushioning and support to a participant, the mat having a relatively large main body, a substantially triangularly-shaped recess positioned on the underside of the mat, the recess not passing through the upper surface of the mat, and a substantially triangularly-shaped removable insert member retained within the recess. | 03-10-2011 |
Michael M. Reese, Youngsville, LA US
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20110153296 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR REAL-TIME WELLBORE STABILITY SERVICE - Apparatus and method of conducting a drilling operation are provided. One embodiment of the method includes drilling a borehole, predicting a value of a first parameter relating to the drilling of the borehole using a geomechanical model, estimating a value of a second parameter from measurements taken by a sensor, updating the geomechanical model based at least in part on the estimated value of the second parameter, predicting a second value of the first parameter using the updated geomechanical model, and altering a drilling parameter for drilling the borehole based on the predicted second value of the first parameter. | 06-23-2011 |
20120234600 | Downhole Rebound Hardness Measurement While Drilling or Wireline Logging - A method and apparatus for estimating a rock strength profile of a formation is disclosed. A tool having a testing surface is conveyed into a wellbore in the formation. The testing surface is propelled to impact the formation at a plurality of depths in the wellbore. A measurement of hardness of the formation is obtained from a rebound of the testing surface from the formation at the plurality of depths. The rock strength profile of the formation is estimated using the obtained measurements of hardness at the plurality of depths. A parameter for drilling the wellbore can be affected using the estimated rock strength profile. | 09-20-2012 |
Nathan Reese, Troy, IL US
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20120037033 | Tapered brake beam wear liner - A brake beam wear liner for receiving a brake beam assembly includes a base wall extending between a rear end and front end. The base wall has opposite side edges. The base wall has a tapered thickness between the rear end and the front end with the base wall being thicker proximate to the rear end and being narrower proximate to the front end. The brake beam wear liner also includes side walls extending from the opposite side edges and flanges extending outward from the side walls generally opposite the base wall. The side walls and the base wall define an open ended trough configured to receive an end of the brake beam assembly. | 02-16-2012 |
20140174318 | BRAKE BEAM ASSEMBLY FOR A RAILWAY CAR TRUCK - A brake beam assembly for a railway car truck includes a brake beam mounted between opposed side frames of the railway car truck with opposite right hand and left hand ends. A strut is coupled to the brake beam and has opposite right hand and left hand ends coupled to the brake beam. Brake heads are coupled to the brake beam and struts proximate to the right hand and left hand ends thereof. Each brake head holds a brake shoe configured to engage a wheel of the railway car truck. Paddles extend from the brake heads. The paddles have distal ends configured to be received in wear liners in corresponding side frames of the railway car truck. A separation distance between the distal ends of the paddles is adjustable | 06-26-2014 |
20140190307 | RAILCAR HANDBRAKE WHEEL - A railcar handbrake wheel of polymeric composition including an outer ring connected to a hub by at least two spokes. The hub containing an insert or core molded into the hub. The core is a shaft member having a first end and a second end, with a head connected to the first end. The head on the first end of the core having a greater cross-sectional area than the second end of the core. The core containing an opening extending from the first end to the second end. | 07-10-2014 |
Nichelle Reese, Cincinnati, OH US
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20110230699 | Method of Recycling Process for Garbage, Trash, Chemical Waste, and Energy - A method and process for recycling municipal and chemical wastes to obtain reusable materials or products for manufacturing of new goods. The present invention processes reusable chemicals for energy and reusable raw materials for manufacturing and reselling of products. Through the separation of municipal wastes, the user is able to further distinguish the distinct properties of the involved materials by its raw components and useful, potentially reusable chemical components. By the method of reprocessing raw materials, the present invention yields newly made products that are reusable and available for resale out of old scraps of chemical or municipal waste. Recycled products include and are not excluded to toys, kitchen appliances, military weaponry, missiles, fireworks, and vehicles. | 09-22-2011 |
Paul Reese, Tigard, OR US
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20090170273 | Dual layer hard mask for block salicide poly resistor (BSR) patterning - In general, in one aspect, a method includes forming a semiconductor substrate having an N+ diffusion region, a shallow trench isolation (STI) region adjacent to the N+ diffusion region, and a blocked salicide poly resistor (BSR) region over the STI region. An oxide layer is over the substrate. A nitride layer is formed over the oxide layer and is annealed. A resist layer is patterned on the annealed nitride layer, wherein the resist layer covers a portion of the BSR region. The annealed nitride layer is etched using the resist layer as a pattern. The resist layer is removed and the oxide layer is etched using the annealed nitride layer as a pattern. Germanium pre-amorphization is implanted into the substrate, wherein the oxide and the annealed nitride layers protect a portion of the BSR region from the implanting. | 07-02-2009 |
Robert J. Reese, Lexington, KY US
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20090023124 | Software Application System as an Efficient Client or Case Management Tool - A web application that facilitates the interaction between an educational institution and its members for the purpose of assisting a student in need is described. The application provides an accessible and user-friendly system for members of an educational institution to provide and gather information. The application may perform various functions that allow rapid and efficient transmission of information regarding a student in need so that those needs may be addressed. | 01-22-2009 |
Robert J. Reese, Edwardsville, IL US
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20080259593 | Refrigerated Case - A refrigerated display case has a body ( | 10-23-2008 |
20090213579 | Display Merchandiser with Lighting Enhancement - Illumination of the interior product display space of a cold beverage merchandizer is enhanced by: a first reflector ( | 08-27-2009 |
20100301034 | CONVECTION OVEN - A convection oven having a vapor collection system; water injection system; easily accessible electrical components; and a variable-speed, reversible blower is disclosed. The vapor collection system collects vapor from the cooking chamber during a cooking event, condenses the vapor, and drains the condensed vapor. The water injection system injects water for impact against a blower wheel for dispersion into the air circulating through the cooking chamber. The electrical components are housed within a housing that in a closed position conceals the components and in a closed position exposes the components for easy access. The rotational speed and direction of the variable-speed, reversible blower is controlled during a cooking event according to predetermined speed curves which may include one or more reversal events to achieve more uniform cooking of food. A main controller is programmable via an operator input (e.g., liquid crystal display touch screen) to control operating parameters of the oven. | 12-02-2010 |
20110226230 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR BLOCKING FLAME AND SPREADING HEATED GAS FROM A BROILER FLUE - Apparatus for substantially blocking flames and spreading heated gases emitted from a broiler flue. The apparatus includes a riser placed above the broiler flue for defining a pathway along which heated gases are exhausted from the flue, a catalyst support on the riser for supporting a catalyst in the pathway for flow of heated gases through the catalyst from a bottom surface of the catalyst to a top surface of the catalyst, and a plurality of baffles in the riser extending across the pathway below the catalyst support. The baffles have the shape of inverted troughs. | 09-22-2011 |
20120085746 | Electric Broiler - A new electric broiler is disclosed. The broiler includes a housing having a cooking chamber, and a cooking surface in the housing. Upper and lower electrical heat sources are provided in the cooking chamber above and below the cooking surface. The lower heat source includes a removable heating module having an electric heating element and a quick connect/disconnect connector for quick electrical connection and disconnection of the electric heating element to and from a quick connect/disconnect connector on the housing. The broiler also includes a module holder on the housing for holding the removable heating module. The heating module is removable from the holder for quick replacement of the module. | 04-12-2012 |
20130243923 | Convection Oven - A convection oven having a vapor collection system; water injection system; easily accessible electrical components; and a variable-speed, reversible blower is disclosed. The vapor collection system collects vapor from the cooking chamber during a cooking event, condenses the vapor, and drains the condensed vapor. The water injection system injects water for impact against a blower wheel for dispersion into the air circulating through the cooking chamber. The electrical components are housed within a housing that in a closed position conceals the components and in a closed position exposes the components for easy access. The rotational speed and direction of the variable-speed, reversible blower is controlled during a cooking event according to predetermined speed curves which may include one or more reversal events to achieve more uniform cooking of food. A main controller is programmable via an operator input (e.g., liquid crystal display touch screen) to control operating parameters of the oven. | 09-19-2013 |
20130297042 | CAN BUS COMMERCIAL APPLIANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD - One or more commercial appliances for handling food and/or one of more subsystems of commercial appliances for handling food are linked to a master controller for controlling the operation of the commercial appliance(s) and/or its subsystem(s) via one or more CAN modules and a CAN bus. | 11-07-2013 |
20130305762 | MERCHANDISER - A merchandiser is adapted for displaying and/or serving merchandise to customers. In some embodiments, the merchandiser includes a display section which may include a refrigerated display section and/or a non-refrigerated display section adapted for holding merchandise for customers to view and access. In some embodiments, the merchandiser also includes a food preparation section accessible to an employee serving the customers. The food preparation section may include an electrical outlet for supplying electrical power to one or more appliances. The merchandiser may include a partition for concealing an appliance area from view by the customers. Shields may be provided for preventing flow of air into or out of an open front of a refrigerated compartment in the refrigerated display section. A curtain may be provided for selectively covering the open front of the refrigerated compartment. | 11-21-2013 |
20140054281 | Convection Oven - A convection oven having a vapor collection system; water injection system; easily accessible electrical components; and a variable-speed, reversible blower is disclosed. The vapor collection system collects vapor from the cooking chamber during a cooking event, condenses the vapor, and drains the condensed vapor. The water injection system injects water for impact against a blower wheel for dispersion into the air circulating through the cooking chamber. The electrical components are housed within a housing that in a closed position conceals the components and in a closed position exposes the components for easy access. The rotational speed and direction of the variable-speed, reversible blower is controlled during a cooking event according to predetermined speed curves which may include one or more reversal events to achieve more uniform cooking of food. A main controller is programmable via an operator input (e.g., liquid crystal display touch screen) to control operating parameters of the oven. | 02-27-2014 |
20140083309 | HOLDING OVEN - Methods, ovens, and associated apparatus. Ovens and methods are adapted for maintaining the quality of a pre-cooked food product. Rapid temperature and/or relative humidity restoration may be used. Ovens may include a partition movable to vary sizes of oven cavities. Ovens may include removable interior panels. Humidification mechanisms are adapted for generating water vapor which may be used to maintain the quality of a pre-cooked food product. | 03-27-2014 |
20140116268 | OVEN FOR HEATING FOOD - An oven for heating food is disclosed. The oven has at least one heating compartment including an open front or an open top in open communication with a surrounding environment outside the oven. A food support may be provided for supporting food in the heating compartment. Gas flow openings may be provided for introducing heated gas into the heating compartment for heating the food. The gas may be heated by a heater system and blown through the gas flow openings by a blower system. Gas may be exhausted from the heating compartment via gas flow openings in the heating compartment. The oven may include oven modules. | 05-01-2014 |
20140130684 | OVEN WITH VARIOUS FEATURES, INCLUDING BOOST HEATING AND PREHEAT STATUS - A heat control for an oven permits selective overriding of a holding cycle heating recipe with a boost heating recipe to deliver a boost of heat to food held in a heating compartment. Various types of boost heating recipes may be used. A heat control for an oven graphically displays stages of completion of a preheat cycle on an operator interface. Associated ovens and methods are also disclosed. | 05-15-2014 |
20140144334 | OVEN AND APPARATUS FOR HOLDING A FOOD ITEM IN AN OVEN CAVITY - A system includes an oven and an apparatus configured for holding at least one food item and being inserted in a cavity of the oven through an open end of the cavity. A baffle provided on the oven or apparatus has a height extending between the peripheral rim and an upper wall of the oven cavity for restricting flow of gas out of the cavity from the apparatus. Various forms of baffles may be used. The baffles may have adjustable, interchangeable, fixed position, or other configurations. | 05-29-2014 |
Robert Jeffrey Reese, Lexington, KY US
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20090029339 | Early Alert System and Method for Identifying and Assisting Students in Need at an Educational Institution - The present invention is a system and method that proactively identifies a student in need at an educational institution. The system allows for the educational institution to connect with the student, gather information, and provide assistance. Student needs that may be addressed are various and include academic, social, emotional, and spiritual. Because student needs are addressed in a timely and effective manner, the present invention may be used as a tool to increase retention rates at the educational institution. | 01-29-2009 |
20140193790 | Early Alert System and Method for Identifying and Assessing Students in Need at an Educational Institution - The present invention relates generally to the field of increasing retention rates in an educational institution while significantly improving the educational experience of its students. More particularly, the present invention provides means for proactively identifying students in need, whether the need is emotional, physical, spiritual, or scholastic, and providing an avenue to assist those students. | 07-10-2014 |
Rodney J. Reese, New Philadelphia, OH US
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20080265019 | Banking system controlled by data bearing records - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The deposit accepting machine is in connection with a card reader operative to read data corresponding to financial accounts from user cards. The apparatus further includes an RFID reading device that is operative to read signals from RFID tags to obtain deposit information therefrom. The information can include data associated with of the deposit, such as an account number and the deposit amount. The information can include cash value. A computer is operative to credit a financial account for value associated with deposit items responsive to data read by the card reader and/or RFID reading device. | 10-30-2008 |
20110089230 | Banking system controlled by data bearing records - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The machine includes a card reader that can read card data corresponding to financial accounts, and a biometric reader that can read user identification data. The machine also includes an RFID reader that can read signals from RFID tags to obtain deposit information therefrom. The deposit information can include deposit data such as an account number and the deposit amount. The machine also includes a computer that causes a financial account to be credited for the value of deposited items, responsive to data read by the various reader devices. | 04-21-2011 |
20110089231 | Banking system controlled by data bearing records - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The deposit accepting machine is in connection with a card reader operative to read data corresponding to financial accounts from user cards. The apparatus further includes an RFID reading device that is operative to read signals from RFID tags to obtain deposit information therefrom. The information can include data associated with of the deposit, such as an account number and the deposit amount. The information can include cash value. A computer is operative to credit a financial account for value associated with deposit items responsive to data read by the card reader and/or RFID reading device. | 04-21-2011 |
20110266341 | Banking system controlled by data bearing records - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The deposit accepting machine is in connection with a card reader operative to read data corresponding to financial accounts from user cards. The machine further includes an RFID reading device that is operative to read signals from RFID tags to obtain deposit information therefrom. The information can include data associated with the deposit, such as an account number and a deposit amount. The information can also include cash value. A computer is operative to credit a financial account for value associated with deposited items responsive to data read by the card reader and/or RFID reading device. | 11-03-2011 |
20130140358 | BANKING SYSTEM CONTROLLED RESPONSIVE TO DATA READ FROM DATA BEARING RECORDS - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The deposit accepting machine includes a card reader operable to read financial account data from cards of depositors. The machine includes a RFID reader that wirelessly reads data from RFID tags on deposited items, including account number and deposit amount data. A computer credits the account for the read deposit amount. The machine, which can also dispense cash, further includes an NFC reader that can wirelessly receive cash loading data from an NFC component on a cash handler's cash transport bag. The cash loading data can include an amount of cash loaded into the machine. The machine can wirelessly transmit to the bag, dispense data that includes the amount of cash dispensed since the last cash loading. | 06-06-2013 |
20130146657 | BANKING SYSTEM CONTROLLED RESPONSIVE TO DATA READ FROM DATA BEARING RECORDS - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The deposit accepting machine includes a card reader operable to read financial account data from cards of depositors. The machine includes a RFID reader that wirelessly reads data from RFID tags on deposited items, including account number and deposit amount data. A computer credits the account for the read deposit amount. The machine, which can also dispense cash, further includes an NFC reader that can wirelessly receive cash loading data from an NFC component on a cash handler's cash transport bag. The cash loading data can include an amount of cash loaded into the machine. The machine can wirelessly transmit to the bag, dispense data that includes the amount of cash dispensed since the last cash loading. | 06-13-2013 |
20140121830 | TIME ANALYSIS OF A BANKING SYSTEM - A banking system that utilizes metrics in acquiring and processing event data related to financial transaction activity at a plurality of automated banking machines. Automated banking machine include sensors able to detect event data during a transaction. The event data can include transaction data related to the type of transaction, time analysis data related to duration of the transaction, and operational data related to machine components used in carrying out the transaction. The event data for automated banking machines can be obtained, analyzed, and stored. Statistical averages associated with the banking system machines can be determined in real time. The averages allow a respective machine to be compared to other machines with respect to operational efficiency. An alert can be issued concerning a statistical anomaly regarding the respective machine. | 05-01-2014 |
20140131439 | BANKING SYSTEM CONTROLLED RESPONSIVE TO DATA READ FROM DATA BEARING RECORDS - A banking system is controlled responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system includes a deposit accepting machine for accepting deposit items, such as deposit bags, currency, and checks. The deposit accepting machine includes a card reader operable to read financial account data from cards of depositors. The machine includes a RFID reader that wirelessly reads data from RFID tags on deposited items, including account number and deposit amount data. A computer credits the account for the read deposit amount. The machine, which can also dispense cash, further includes an NFC reader that can wirelessly receive cash loading data from an NFC component on a cash handler's cash transport bag. The cash loading data can include an amount of cash loaded into the machine. The machine can wirelessly transmit to the bag, dispense data that includes the amount of cash dispensed since the last cash loading. | 05-15-2014 |
20140166745 | DEPOSIT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM THAT EMPLOYS PREREGISTERED DEPOSITS - A deposit management system is operable responsive to data included on data bearing records. The system is associated with a plurality of financial funds depositories. Each depository can accept deposit items, such as deposit bags. Each depository includes a bar code reader that can read data from a bar code label that is located on a deposit bag. The system allows merchants to preregister a deposit before performing the deposit. A preregistered deposit is linked with a deposit identifier in a data store. The deposit identifier can be represented in a bar code. If the system determines that a bar code reader of a respective depository read a deposit identifier which corresponds in the data store to a preregistered deposit, then the respective depository is operated to automatically unlock its deposit entry door. The system also allows merchants to review their deposit history. | 06-19-2014 |
20140253347 | TIME ANALYSIS AT A BANKING SYSTEM CONTROLLED BY DATA BEARING RECORDS - In an example embodiment, a Vehicle sensor senses the arrival and departure of vehicles in a drive-through lane. In particular embodiments, the system can calculate and store time data corresponding to each vehicle. Time data can be processed to determine the duration of transaction activity in the drive-through lane. | 09-11-2014 |
Scott Christian Reese, San Jose, CA US
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20110154203 | Interactive Advertising Platform and Methods - A method of providing an entertaining and interactive interface for a user to view a displayable multimedia packet, comprises: obtaining a multimedia packet (“MMP”) relating to a product, service or provider, the MMP having a predesigned progression from beginning to end; obtaining or generating a series of queries relating to the product, service or provider; establishing a series of predetermined elapsed times, based on the MMP's predesigned progression, at which each of the various queries will be presented to the user; associating each of the various queries with one of the predetermined elapsed times; and placing the MMP and the queries into a format presentable to a user to allow the user to view the MMP along with the queries. | 06-23-2011 |
Shad M. Reese, Indian Head, MD US
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20100023267 | Method and system for determining cloud-to-ground lightning information - A real-time, multi-sensor local-area lightning detection network system. The system uses waveform indicative of electrostatic field changes with respect to time is generated at each of N locations due to a cloud-to-ground lightning strike occurring in the vicinity of the N locations. Each waveform is integrated to generate a corresponding electric field associated with a corresponding one of the locations. A mathematical relationship is used to determine a ground surface location of the lightning strike, height of the lightning strike, and charge per unit length of the lightning strike using each electric field generated during integration of the waveforms. | 01-28-2010 |
Spencer D. Reese, Auburn, IN US
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20090040629 | Vision System - The present invention relates to improved optical structures, related manufacturing processes and assemblies incorporating the improved optical structures. In at least one embodiment accurate light source color information is provided throughout substantially the entire associated field of view. | 02-12-2009 |
20150022543 | LIGHT SENSOR HAVING PARTIALLY OPAQUE OPTIC - A rearview assembly for a vehicle is provided that includes: a housing configured for mounting to the vehicle; a rearview element disposed in the housing that displays images of a scene exterior of the vehicle; a light sensor assembly disposed in the housing; and a controller for receiving the electrical signal of the light sensor and for adjusting a brightness of the images displayed by the rearview element. The light sensor includes a light sensor for outputting an electrical signal representing intensity of light impinging upon a light-receiving surface of the light sensor, and a secondary optical element configured to receive light, wherein the light passes through the secondary optical element to the light sensor, the secondary optical element including a tint material that is substantially color neutral for attenuating light passing therethrough. | 01-22-2015 |
Stephen R. Reese, Irvine, CA US
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20100062679 | Noise making towel - Novel noisemaking devices which serve the purpose of emitting an audible sound while displaying a team logo or the like. A motion responsive noisemaker is embedded at one end of a web or sheet material. | 03-11-2010 |
20110009030 | Noise making towel - A noisemaking device which emits an audible sound while displaying a team logo or the like. The inventive device includes a web or sheet of material such as terrycloth or other moisture absorbent material having a grasping end and an opposing end to which is attached at least one noisemaking article. The noisemaking article is preferably capable of making a whistling sound. The whistle or other acoustic device is especially configured to produce a relatively loud whistling sound with minimal movement of the towel. To that end, the whistle may be relatively large and may have several acoustically efficient whistle producing devices. Alternatively, two or more noisemaking articles may be employed to compensate for the interference of the web or sheet material with the airflow through a single acoustic device. In lieu of a mechanical acoustic device, a battery powered electronic device may be employed which is motion sensitive and emits a sound when movement of the device exceeds a predetermined threshold. | 01-13-2011 |
Steven A. Reese, Shoreline, WA US
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20080245953 | MULTI-AXIS INTEGRATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - An image acquisition system and method employing multi-axis integration (MAI) may incorporate both optical axis integration (OAI) and time-delay integration (TDI) techniques. Disclosed MAI systems and methods may integrate image data in the z direction as the data are acquired, projecting the image data prior to deconvolution. Lateral translation of the image plane during the scan in the z direction may allow large areas to be imaged in a single scan sequence. | 10-09-2008 |
20090026386 | SYSTEM AND METHOD EMPLOYING PHOTOKINETIC TECHNIQUES IN CELL BIOLOGY IMAGING APPLICATIONS - A system and method employing photokinetic techniques in cell biology imaging applications are disclosed. Systems and methods of acquiring image data of an object may comprise: selectively inducing photoactivation of material at a site on the object; performing an optical axis integration scan; simultaneously executing a time delay integration scan sequence; and processing acquired image data in accordance with one or more desired analyses. Various methodologies and applications may include, inter alia, selective photobleaching of a site on the object, diffusion rate, velocity, and wave-front propagation analyses, multi-dimensional analyses of dispersion characteristics, biomolecular binding in cellular organelles, and photoactivation assisted systematic image segmentation for the study of cellular components. | 01-29-2009 |
20090028413 | SYSTEM AND METHOD EMPLOYING PHOTOKINETIC TECHNIQUES IN CELL BIOLOGY IMAGING APPLICATIONS - A system and method employing photokinetic techniques in cell biology imaging applications are disclosed. Systems and methods of acquiring image data of an object may comprise: selectively inducing photoactivation of material at a site on the object; performing an optical axis integration scan; simultaneously executing a time delay integration scan sequence; and processing acquired image data in accordance with one or more desired analyses. Various methodologies and applications may include, inter alia, selective photobleaching of a site on the object, diffusion rate, velocity, and wave-front propagation analyses, multi-dimensional analyses of dispersion characteristics, biomolecular binding in cellular organelles, and photoactivation assisted systematic image segmentation for the study of cellular components. | 01-29-2009 |
20090109416 | DISPERSING IMMERSION LIQUID FOR HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGING AND LITHOGRAPHY - Methods and apparatus are described for delivering index-matching immersion liquid in high numerical-aperture optical microscopy and lithography. An array of immersion liquid droplets is delivered to a specimen substrate or specimen substrate cover by an immersion liquid printing apparatus. An immersion liquid reservoir provides immersion liquid to the printer by a precision pump. The printer delivers immersion liquid to the substrate or substrate cover in arrays of immersion liquid droplets of defined volumes and array patterns. The volumes and patterns of array droplets delivered to the substrate or substrate cover are optimized to maintain adequate immersion liquid between the substrate or substrate cover and an immersion objective while avoiding the formation of air bubbles in the immersion liquid and the accumulation of excess volumes of immersion liquid. | 04-30-2009 |
20090206238 | OPTICAL SUBSTRATE FOR REDUCED BACKGROUND FLUORESCENCE - A new optical substrate design allows a target to be illuminated with minimal illumination of undesired surfaces within the image collection ray path. The non rectangular substrate provide different surfaces through which a target is illuminated and imaged and thereby prevents illumination rays from crossing the substrate surface through which the target is imaged | 08-20-2009 |
20130016328 | DISPERSING IMMERSION LIQUID FOR HIGH RESOLUTION IMAGING AND LITHOGRAPHY - Methods and apparatus are described for delivering index-matching immersion liquid in high numerical-aperture optical microscopy and lithography. An array of immersion liquid droplets is delivered to a specimen substrate or specimen substrate cover by an immersion liquid printing apparatus. An immersion liquid reservoir provides immersion liquid to the printer by a precision pump. The printer delivers immersion liquid to the substrate or substrate cover in arrays of immersion liquid droplets of defined volumes and array patterns. The volumes and patterns of array droplets delivered to the substrate or substrate cover are optimized to maintain adequate immersion liquid between the substrate or substrate cover and an immersion objective while avoiding the formation of air bubbles in the immersion liquid and the accumulation of excess volumes of immersion liquid. | 01-17-2013 |
Steven Richard Reese, Corvallis, OR US
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20120027152 | ISOTOPE PRODUCTION TARGET - An isotope production target may include an outer diameter wall and an inner diameter wall. An isotope source may be located between the inner diameter wall and the outer diameter wall, and the isotope source may comprise fissile material interspersed with one or more voided regions. A central region may be located within the inner diameter wall, and the central region may be configured to house a neutron thermalization volume. | 02-02-2012 |
Timothy G. Reese, Medford, MA US
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20080240530 | Methods For Obtaining Mri Frequency Maps - A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) method includes generating first and second spin populations within each of a plurality of pixels of a slice of an object. These spin populations have different phase histories. For each pixel, MRI signals from those spin populations are acquired at different times These MRI signals can then be used to determine a field strength difference between different pixels of the slice. | 10-02-2008 |
Troy Reese, South Elgin, IL US
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20090106328 | FAULT TOLERANCE AND FAILOVER USING ACTIVE COPY-CAT - Fault tolerant operation is disclosed for a primary instance, such as a process, thread, application, processor, etc., using an active copy-cat instance, a.k.a. backup instance, that mirrors operations in the primary instance, but only after those operations have successfully completed in the primary instance. Fault tolerant logic monitors inputs and outputs of the primary instance and gates those inputs to the backup instance once a given input has been processed. The outputs of the backup instance are then compared with the outputs of the primary instance to ensure correct operation. The disclosed embodiments further relate to fault tolerant failover mechanism allowing the backup instance to take over for the primary instance in a fault situation wherein the primary and backup instances are loosely coupled, i.e. they need not be aware that they are operating in a fault tolerant environment. As such, the primary instance need not be specifically designed or programmed to interact with the fault tolerant mechanisms. Instead, the primary instance need only be designed to adhere to specific basic operating guidelines and shut itself down when it cannot do so. By externally controlling the ability of the primary instance to successfully adhere to its operating guidelines, the fault tolerant mechanisms of the disclosed embodiments can recognize error conditions and easily failover from the primary instance to the backup instance. | 04-23-2009 |
William Reese, Gilbert, AZ US
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20110223060 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STERILIZATION - The present invention provides an apparatus and method for disinfecting a target area of a patient's body, such as an arm, leg or a chest, in a pre-surgical environment. The apparatus and method disclosed herein further provides for maintaining the target area of the patient's body in an aseptic condition while transporting the patient to and into the surgery room. The most preferred embodiments of the present invention contemplate the use of one or more sterile layers (e.g., sterilized bags or the like) that are used to enclose the target area of the patient's body coupled with a sterile substance delivery mechanism that disinfects the target area and also maintains the target area in an aseptic condition. The most preferred embodiments of the present invention comprise a single-layer disposable garment or an inner bag nested inside an outer bag with a sterilization material being introduced into the inner bag, thereby disinfecting the target area. Once the patient has been transported into the operating room, the healthcare professional can remove the disposable garment or the outer bag, and then expose the target area for the selected procedure. Since the target area has been disinfected and also maintained in an aseptic condition, the healthcare professional can immediately begin to perform a selected procedure on the patient without having to spend additional time in the operating room to disinfect the target area of the patient's body that will undergo the selected procedure. | 09-15-2011 |
20140219865 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STERILIZATION - The present invention provides an apparatus and method for disinfecting a target area of a patient's body, such as an arm, leg or a chest, in a pre-surgical environment. The apparatus and method disclosed herein further provides for maintaining the target area of the patient's body in an aseptic condition while transporting the patient to and into the surgery room. The most preferred embodiments of the present invention contemplate the use of one or more sterile layers (e.g., sterilized bags or the like) that are used to enclose the target area of the patient's body coupled with a sterile substance delivery mechanism that disinfects the target area and also maintains the target area in an aseptic condition. | 08-07-2014 |
William Reese, Portland, OR US
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20110144569 | PERITONEAL DIALYSIS MACHINE TOUCH SCREEN USER INTERFACE - A peritoneal dialysis machine including a membrane pump and a touch screen display that includes a mode-indicating portion and an operation-descriptive portion, the mode-indicating portion having a plurality of touch sensitive indicia each indicating one of a plurality of modes in which the machine can operate, the display being used to keep a patient continually informed of which one mode of at least three operating modes the machine is operating in, as the operation-descriptive portion changes to display details of a specific operation being carried out within the one mode, the indicia for each of the three operating modes always being visible to the patient while the machine is operating, the operating mode being selected by the patient touching one of the indicia on the screen. | 06-16-2011 |
20120035533 | PERITONEAL DIALYSIS MACHINE TOUCH SCREEN USER INTERFACE - A peritoneal dialysis machine including a membrane pump and a touch screen display that includes a mode-indicating portion and an operation-descriptive portion, the mode-indicating portion having a plurality of touch sensitive indicia each indicating one of a plurality of modes in which the machine can operate, the display being used to keep a patient continually informed of which one mode of at least three operating modes the machine is operating in, as the operation-descriptive portion changes to display details of a specific operation being carried out within the one mode, the indicia for each of the three operating modes always being visible to the patient while the machine is operating, the operating mode being selected by the patient touching one of the indicia on the screen. | 02-09-2012 |
20130324915 | STEPPER MOTOR DRIVEN PERITONEAL DIALYSIS MACHINE - A peritoneal dialysis system includes: an enclosure including an actuation surface and a door; a stepper motor housed by the enclosure; a pump head and a solid pump piston structurally linking the pump head to the stepper motor; and a disposable unit accepted by the enclosure, the disposable unit including a flexible membrane attached to a rigid piece, the actuation surface of the enclosure and the disposable unit so configured and arranged that when the stepper motor turns and consequently translates the solid pump piston and the pump head towards the door, the pump head physically contacts and stretches the membrane from a relaxed position to a stretched position, and when the stepper motor turns and consequently translates the solid pump piston and the pump head away from the door, the membrane follows the pump head and transitions from the stretched position to the relaxed position. | 12-05-2013 |
William Victor Reese, Thomson, GA US
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20090230714 | Hinged Windshield Assembly and Method for Manufacturing Same - A hinge assembly for a vehicle windshield comprises a first holder, a second holder, and a hinge member. The first holder includes a first body and a first receptacle with a first opening and a first closed end, wherein a first axis is defined between the first closed end and the first opening, the first axis being normal to a first plane defined by the first opening. The second holder includes a second body and a second receptacle with a second opening and a second closed end, wherein a second axis is defined between the second closed end and the second opening, the second axis being normal to a second plane defined by the second opening. The hinge member is attached to the first and second holder and has first and second ends and defines a third axis. When the hinge member is in a relaxed condition, the first and second axes form oblique angles relative to the third axis. In this configuration, the hinge member is under less strain in the both of the open and closed positions than is the case with prior hinges. | 09-17-2009 |