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20140214886 | ADAPTIVE MULTI-CLIENT SAAS DATABASE - Methods and systems for Elastic Parallel Relational Database Management Systems. More particularly, systems, methods, technologies and mechanisms are provided herein for providing virtualization of data in a database through the mechanism of adaptive multi-client database objects. Applications define databases and objects that are either client-private, multi-client or system-wide. Transparent manipulation of these objects is provided including addition, querying, deletion, and truncation of data, and seamless manipulation of the objects themselves through creation, modification, and deletion. Schema decorations and query modification techniques ensure each client application only sees the data that it should be seeing. | 07-31-2014 |
20140214892 | ADVANCEMENTS IN DATA DISTRIBUTION METHODS AND REFERENTIAL INTEGRITY - An elastic parallel database system where data distribution is container- and container-context based. Container Based Tables are defined and Container Member Tables achieve co-location of data as needed. A polymorphic key may also establish polymorphic key relationships between rows in one table and rows in many other possible tables. | 07-31-2014 |
20140214894 | ADVANCEMENTS IN DATA DISTRIBUTION METHODS AND REFERENTIAL INTEGRITY - An elastic parallel database system where data distribution is container- and container-context based. Container Based Tables are defined and Container Member Tables achieve co-location of data as needed. A polymorphic key may also establish polymorphic key relationships between rows in one table and rows in many other possible tables. | 07-31-2014 |
20150347506 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR SPECIFYING QUERY EXECUTION PLANS IN DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS - A database management system (DBMS) in which a user can express a query plan as a Raw Plan of arbitrary complexity in a format that can be executed by the DBMS. The user may also specify criteria under which this Raw Plan is to be executed. When a matching query and the subject circumstances are encountered the DBMS will execute the Raw Plan, instead of searching in a query cache or generating a new query plan. | 12-03-2015 |
20150347507 | HIERARCHICAL QUERY PLANS IN AN ELASTIC PARALLEL DATABASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - Methods, apparatus, and products are disclosed for the purposes of representing query plans for a query presented to a database in a manner generally referred to as an “EXPLAIN PLAN”, including query execution steps, query execution sequences, alternate query execution steps, and alternate query execution sequences for the query presented to the database management system, and for query plans, query execution steps, and query execution sequences for the execution of a parent query execution step. | 12-03-2015 |
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20090247487 | Combination Therapy to Treat Hepatitis B Virus - The present invention is directed to a method for treating hepatitis B virus infection in humans comprising administering a synergistically effective amount of agents having known anti-hepatitis B virus activity in combination or alternation. Specifically, the invention is directed to a method for treating hepatitis B virus infection comprising administering FTC in combination or alternation with penciclovir, famciclovir or Bis-POM-PMEA. Additionally, the invention is directed to a method for treating hepatitis B virus infection comprising administering L-FMAU in combination or alternation with DAPD, penciclovir or Bis-POM-PMEA. The invention is further directed to a method for treating hepatitis B virus infection comprising administering DAPD in combination or alternation with Bis-POM-PMEA. | 10-01-2009 |
20100008867 | METHOD OF TREATMENT AND PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to methods, uses, and compositions comprising the caspase inhibitor (R)-N-((2S,3S)-2-(fluoromethyl)-2-hydroxy-5-oxo-tetrahydrofuran-3-yl)-5-isopropyl-3-(isoquinolin-1-yl)-4,5-dihydroisoxazole-5-carboxamide, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. | 01-14-2010 |
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20080289837 | Self Servicing Fire Extinguisher with External Operated Internal Mixing with Wide Mouth and External Co2 Chamber - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self servicing of a fire extinguisher. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 11-27-2008 |
20100294522 | SELF SERVICING FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL CO2 CHAMBER - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self-servicing of a fire extinguisher. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 11-25-2010 |
20120031631 | SELF SERVICING FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL CO2 CHAMBER - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self-servicing of a fire extinguisher. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that fluffs, mixes or stirs the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 02-09-2012 |
20130213675 | SELF SERVICING FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL CO2 CHAMBER - Improvements to a portable media delivery system are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self-servicing of a media delivery system. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that fluffs, mixes or stirs the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a gas or CO | 08-22-2013 |
20150290482 | Smart Fire Extinguisher - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher where the improvements relate to a system where the owner of the extinguisher can monitor and maintain their fire protection. Systems in place today require the servicing of a third party. The service companies (third parties) are charged with maintaining the system. Further Improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that is articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. The improvements further include a wall mounting bracket that reduces tampering with the extinguisher, an automatic fluffing motor and manual fluffing wheel. The bracket and or the fire extinguisher can have intelligence that identifies the location and the status of the fire extinguisher that can be accessed by a computer or smart device like a cell phone or tablet. | 10-15-2015 |
20150367154 | FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL GAS CARTRIDGE - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simplified inspection and maintenance of a fire extinguisher with minimal training and without need for custom equipment. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 12-24-2015 |
20150367155 | FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND GAS CARTRIDGE - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simplified inspection and maintenance of a fire extinguisher with minimal training and without need for custom equipment. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 12-24-2015 |
20160067534 | Fire Extinguisher Mount with Communications Component - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher where the improvements relate to a system where the owner of the extinguisher can service and maintain their fire protection. Systems in place today require the servicing of a third party. The service companies (third parties) are charged with maintaining the system. Further Improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that is articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. The improvements further include a wall mounting bracket that reduces tampering with the extinguisher, an automatic fluffing motor and manual fluffing wheel with a chuck for use with a drill. These features extend the service intervals while maintaining the fire extinguisher in a ready condition. The fire extinguisher is construction of components that are interchangeable and provide equal operation for left and right handed people. | 03-10-2016 |
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20100123270 | METHOD OF FORMING A PART WITH A FEATURE HAVING A DIE-LOCKED GEOMETRY - A method of forming a part with a feature having a die-locked geometry is disclosed herein. A molding tool used in the method includes at least one die having a cavity defined in a surface thereof, and a protrusion formed in the cavity. The method includes disposing a shape memory polymer insert on the protrusion, where the shape memory polymer insert has i) the die-locked geometry as its temporary shape, and ii) a geometry that is removable from the die-locked geometry as its permanent shape. A material is established in the cavity such that at least a portion of the material conforms to the die-locked geometry, thereby forming the part having the feature with the at least one die-locked geometry. | 05-20-2010 |
20100127427 | PREFORMS AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - A method for making a preform includes creating a pressure differential between an inside and an outside of a perforated shape memory polymer mandrel in its temporary shape. The pressure differential is such that pressure outside the perforated shape memory polymer mandrel is greater than pressure inside the perforated shape memory polymer mandrel. The perforated shape memory polymer mandrel has i) a predetermined preform shape as the temporary shape and ii) a shrunken shape as its permanent shape, wherein the shrunken shape is configured such that it is removable from the predetermined preform shape. The method further includes depositing, as the pressure differential is maintained, at least one material onto a surface of the perforated shape memory polymer mandrel. The at least one material is set in the predetermined preform shape, thereby forming the preform. | 05-27-2010 |
20100181698 | METHODS OF FORMING A PART USING SHAPE MEMORY POLYMERS - One method of forming a part includes deforming a shape memory polymer from a permanent shape into a temporary shape, where the permanent shape of the shape memory polymer is a predetermined part shape and the temporary shape is a shape larger than the predetermined part shape. The shape memory polymer in each of the permanent shape and the temporary shape defines a cavity therein. The method further includes introducing a molding material into the cavity of the shape memory polymer, and reverting the shape memory polymer back into its permanent shape. Other methods for forming the part are also disclosed herein. | 07-22-2010 |
20100237055 | DEFROSTING OR DEFOGGING STRUCTURE - A defrosting or defogging structure includes at least one optically transparent member and an optically transparent composite laminated to the optically transparent member(s). The optically transparent composite includes a thermally and electrically conductive filler material embedded in a polymer matrix. The filler material has at least one dimension on the nanoscale. The optically transparent composite is configured to heat the optically transparent member(s) when an electric current is applied thereto. | 09-23-2010 |
20100249682 | SHAPE MEMORY POLYMER MEDICAL CAST - A medical cast and methods of using the same are disclosed. The method of making includes providing a shape memory polymer (SMP) in a permanent shape which corresponds to a limb's general shape but has a diameter smaller than the limb's diameter. The SMP is converted from the permanent shape into a primary temporary shape, which has a diameter larger than both a diameter of the permanent shape and a diameter of the limb. The limb is at least partially surrounded with the SMP in its primary temporary shape. The SMP is then heated, which causes the primary temporary shape to i) attempt to revert to the permanent shape, and ii) conform to a secondary temporary shape having a diameter smaller than that of the primary temporary shape and larger than that of the permanent shape. The SMP in the secondary temporary shape conforms to the limb. | 09-30-2010 |
20100301512 | PACKAGING AND DE-PACKAGING METHODS USING SHAPE MEMORY POLYMERS - Packaging and de-packaging methods using shape memory polymers are disclosed herein. An embodiment of the packaging method involves placing a part adjacent to shape memory polymer in its permanent shape, heating the shape memory polymer to a temperature above its switching temperature, and applying a force to the heated shape memory polymer such that the polymer switches from its permanent shape into a temporary shape. The temporary shape of the shape memory polymer conforms to at least one of i) a shape of the part, or ii) a desired shape for packaging the part. The method further includes cooling the shape memory polymer to a temperature below its switching temperature to set the temporary shape. | 12-02-2010 |
20110316681 | SHAPE MEMORY POLYMER-BASED HAPTIC DEVICES - A haptic device includes a shape memory polymer member. A plurality of user interface locations is defined on the shape memory polymer member and a plurality of activation elements is located proximate to the plurality of user interface locations. The plurality of user interface locations of the shape memory polymer are activated in response to a stimulus from the plurality of activation elements to alter at least one physical property of the shape memory polymer at the plurality of user interface locations. Additionally, a plurality of control devices configured for adjusting a variable of a system is located proximate to the plurality of user interface locations such that, one of the plurality of control devices may be adjusted when a user touches a corresponding one of the plurality of user interface locations. | 12-29-2011 |
20120068387 | MOLDING METHOD USING SHAPE MEMORY POLYMER - A method is provided for molding a composite part defined by using a preform comprising a shape memory polymer (SMP) binder. A bound preform comprising the SMP binder in a permanent shape and defined by a simplified geometry provided to a mold. The bound preform is heated above a transformation temperature of the SMP binder and deformed into a shaped preform defined by the temporary shape of the SMP binder. In a molding sequence, the shaped preform is constrained in its temporary shape by the mold while resin is introduced to the mold and cured to produce a final part. The shape of the cured part defines the temporary shape of the SMP binder. The bound preform may be generally configured as a mat or be defined by a substantially flat surface such that the preform may be used as a preform to mold a variety of differing part configurations. | 03-22-2012 |
20120102897 | PACKAGING AND DE-PACKAGING METHODS USING SHAPE MEMORY POLYMERS - A method disclosed herein includes packaging and de-packaging a part. The part is packaged by placing the part adjacent to a shape memory polymer (SMP) while the SMP is in a permanent shape. The SMP is heated to a temperature above a switching temperature of the SMP, and a force is applied to the heated SMP such that it conforms to i) a shape of the part and/or ii) a desired shape for packing the part, thereby changing the SMP from the permanent shape into a temporary shape. The SMP is cooled to a temperature below the switching temperature to set the SMP into the temporary shape. The part is de-packaged by heating the SMP to a temperature above its switching temperature, thereby reverting the SMP from the temporary shape into the permanent shape and releasing the part. The part is removed from the SMP in the permanent shape. | 05-03-2012 |
20120136125 | SELF-REPAIRING POLYMER - A polymer includes a reaction product of an epoxy resin, a first crosslinking agent, and a second crosslinking agent. The first crosslinking agent is reactive with the epoxy resin and has a first molecular weight. The second crosslinking agent is reactive with the epoxy resin and has a second molecular weight of at least 2.5 times greater than the first molecular weight. The polymer has a first phase having a first glass transition temperature at which the polymer is transformable between a first shape and a second shape. The second crosslinking agent is crystallizable within the polymer and thereby has a melting temperature that is detectable within the polymer. | 05-31-2012 |
20120136126 | DEFORMABLE SHAPE-MEMORY POLYMER - A polymer includes a reaction product of an epoxy resin, a first crosslinking agent, and a second crosslinking agent. The first crosslinking agent is reactive with the epoxy resin and has a first molecular weight. The second crosslinking agent is reactive with the epoxy resin and has a second molecular weight of at least ten times greater than the first molecular weight. The polymer has a first phase having a first glass transition temperature and a second phase having a second glass transition temperature that is lower than the first glass transition temperature. The polymer is transformable between a first shape and a second shape at the first glass transition temperature. | 05-31-2012 |
20120202137 | BIPOLAR PLATE ASSEMBLY WITH ADHESIVE BOND LAYER AND METHOD THEREOF - One embodiment includes a bipolar plate assembly with an adhesive bond layer. The bipolar plate assembly is used in a fuel cell stack and includes a first plate and a second plate. The first plate has a first border and the second plate has a second border. The adhesive bond layer is located between the first border and the second border, and is used to mechanically and structurally join the first plate and the second plate together. | 08-09-2012 |
20130004857 | SHAPE MEMORY POLYMER CONTAINING COMPOSITE MATERIALS - A product, and a method for forming a product, that includes a composite material having a polymeric carrier resin and a shape memory polymer material capable of transformation between a temporary shape and a permanent shape in the presence of an external stimuli, wherein said transformation from said temporary shape to said permanent shape changes at least one property of said composite material. | 01-03-2013 |
20130143076 | MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR RETARDING OR PREVENTING THERMAL RUNAWAY IN BATTERIES - One embodiment includes a rechargeable charge storage device including a microcapsule disposed within said rechargeable charge storage device; and a thermal retardant chemical species contained within said microcapsule, wherein said microcapsule is adapted to release said chemical species upon being exposed to a triggering event either prior to or during an unstable rise in temperature of said charge storage device. | 06-06-2013 |
20160059451 | METHODS FOR INCREASING IMPACT RESISTANCE OF REINFORCED POLYMERIC COMPOSITES - Methods of compression molding polymeric parts for improved impact resistance are provided. The components are particularly suitable for use in a vehicle or an automobile. The compression molded polymeric component comprises a central region or core comprising integrally formed foam, e.g., a foam core, that can sustain high impact load and does not lead to visible surface cracking or material cracking. The polymeric component may be a reinforced plastic composite (FRP). Such methods can produce lightweight, impact resistant, FRP components that may be used in various structural applications, including in automobiles. | 03-03-2016 |
20160091009 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING CORROSION OF JOINING COMPOSITE WORKPIECES - The present disclosure relates a rivet body, including a rivet head and a rivet shank, composed of a different material than a mandrel used for insertion into a workpiece(s), the mandrel including a mandrel shaft and a mandrel cap. The rivet body receives the mandrel shaft, including the mandrel cap, through the rivet shank. The mandrel shaft is received by the installation tool, which rotates the rivet body, and the mandrel cap locally deforms workpieces(s) through friction riveting to install the rivet body. During the friction riveting, the fast-rotating rivet body is pushed into the workpiece(s) causing local deformation/melting where the mandrel cap contacts the workpiece(s). The mandrel cap creates a cavity which progresses through an upper surface and a lower surface of the workpiece(s). | 03-31-2016 |
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20080264054 | Integrated hystat having single input and independent output - A drivetrain for use in a mobile vehicle is disclosed. The drivetrain may have a housing, a first hydraulic pump connected to the housing, and a second hydraulic pump connected to the housing. The second hydraulic pump may be in axial alignment with the first hydraulic pump. The drivetrain may also have a first motor fluidly connected to the first hydraulic pump, and a second motor fluidly connected to the second hydraulic pump. The first and second motors may have an axial direction substantially perpendicular to the axial alignment of the first and second hydraulic pumps. | 10-30-2008 |
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20140150880 | Hydrostatic Circuit Flushing Flow Cancellation - Flushing circuits for closed loop hydrostatic circuits enable overriding of the normal function of the flushing circuit during certain machine operational events where flushing can cause undesirable performance issues. The disclosed flushing circuits may prevent flow from leaving the flush valve, may prevent flow from leaving the flushing circuit, may prevent flow from entering the flushing circuit, may prevent the flush valve from shifting from a normally closed position to an open position or may replace the hydro-mechanical control of the flush valve with an electronic control. Cancellation of the flushing function may be commanded by a controller based on fluid temperatures, pressures, turning commands, engine speed, etc. | 06-05-2014 |
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20100294522 | SELF SERVICING FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL CO2 CHAMBER - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self-servicing of a fire extinguisher. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 11-25-2010 |
20120031631 | SELF SERVICING FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL CO2 CHAMBER - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self-servicing of a fire extinguisher. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that fluffs, mixes or stirs the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 02-09-2012 |
20130213675 | SELF SERVICING FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL CO2 CHAMBER - Improvements to a portable media delivery system are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simpler untrained and automatic self-servicing of a media delivery system. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that fluffs, mixes or stirs the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a gas or CO | 08-22-2013 |
20150290482 | Smart Fire Extinguisher - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher where the improvements relate to a system where the owner of the extinguisher can monitor and maintain their fire protection. Systems in place today require the servicing of a third party. The service companies (third parties) are charged with maintaining the system. Further Improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that is articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. The improvements further include a wall mounting bracket that reduces tampering with the extinguisher, an automatic fluffing motor and manual fluffing wheel. The bracket and or the fire extinguisher can have intelligence that identifies the location and the status of the fire extinguisher that can be accessed by a computer or smart device like a cell phone or tablet. | 10-15-2015 |
20150367154 | FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND EXTERNAL GAS CARTRIDGE - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simplified inspection and maintenance of a fire extinguisher with minimal training and without need for custom equipment. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 12-24-2015 |
20150367155 | FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH INTERNAL MIXING AND GAS CARTRIDGE - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher are disclosed. The improvements allow for frequent and simplified inspection and maintenance of a fire extinguisher with minimal training and without need for custom equipment. The improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that can be articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. Additional improvements include a larger opening to more quickly fill and inspect the powder within the chamber. Another improvement includes the use of a CO | 12-24-2015 |
20160067534 | Fire Extinguisher Mount with Communications Component - Improvements to a portable fire extinguisher where the improvements relate to a system where the owner of the extinguisher can service and maintain their fire protection. Systems in place today require the servicing of a third party. The service companies (third parties) are charged with maintaining the system. Further Improvements include an anti-bridging mechanism that is articulated from the exterior of the chamber to fluff, mix or stir the powder within the chamber to keep it in a liquefied state. The improvements further include a wall mounting bracket that reduces tampering with the extinguisher, an automatic fluffing motor and manual fluffing wheel with a chuck for use with a drill. These features extend the service intervals while maintaining the fire extinguisher in a ready condition. The fire extinguisher is construction of components that are interchangeable and provide equal operation for left and right handed people. | 03-10-2016 |