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Brent Place, Hager City, WI US
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20120007029 | Tree Stand Hanger - A hoist for elevating a hunter's tree stand from the ground to a vertical position alongside of the trunk of a tree comprises a segmented, extendable and contractible pole having a tree clamping ring assembly pivotally mounted to the top section of the pole and a V-shaped jaw for engaging the tree trunk near the bottom of the pole. A first rope is tied at one end to the clamping ring assembly and extends down to a retractable reel located near the bottom of the pole. By pulling on this rope, the clamping ring assembly can be pivoted to an angle allowing the ring to pass about the tree trunk and when released, the clamping ring assembly pivots downward under the force of gravity which secures the pole to the tree at its upper end. The clamping ring assembly further includes a pulley, about which a second rope is deployed. One end of the second rope is adapted to be connected to the hunter's tree stand at its upper end and the other end can be pulled on to elevate the tree stand. | 01-12-2012 |
Brent K. Place, Hager City, WI US
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20100029184 | OVERLAY SANDER - A belt sander includes a housing and an endless sanding belt supported by the housing. A first shaft is connected to the housing, and the housing is pivotable about the first shaft. A second shaft is connected to the housing and offset from the first shaft. The sander is mounted to the rotating portion of a rotary machining clam shell trackway and revolved around a pipe surface to be sanded while biasing the sander against the surface. The sander may also be pivotable to sand a tapered surface. | 02-04-2010 |
20110083537 | Pipe Flange Facing Apparatus and Method - An apparatus for facing a flange of a pipe comprises a housing and an anchor assembly rotatably supported by the housing. The anchor assembly is configured to engage an inner surface of the pipe. The apparatus further comprises a tool holder translatably supported by the housing. The tool holder is configured to support a facing tool for facing the flange of the pipe. The apparatus further comprises a drive shaft that is rotatable relative to the housing to translate the tool holder relative to the housing. The housing is rotatable relative to the anchor assembly about a first axis in a first direction and the drive shaft is simultaneously rotatable relative to the housing about a second axis in a second direction opposite the first direction to move the tool holder along a spiral path and thereby face the flange of the pipe. | 04-14-2011 |
20130239762 | PORTABLE MACHINING APPARATUS TOOL MODULE - A tool module for a machining apparatus including a rotatable portion. The tool module includes at least one adjustment clamp supported by the rotatable portion. A module base is supported by the at least one adjustment clamp and defines a linear movement track. A tool slide is configured to support a cutting tool and is movable along the linear movement track. The at least one adjustment clamp is movable from a release position to a locking position and vice versa, and in both the release position and the locking position the at least one adjustment clamp is connected to the rotatable portion. In the release position the at least one adjustment clamp permits the module base to translate relative thereto, and in the locking position the at least one adjustment clamp engages the module base to inhibit the module base from moving relative thereto. | 09-19-2013 |
Cindi Place, Titusville, FL US
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20120098302 | TANWINGS PLUS SYSTEM - TanWings is a device, which can be added to a common style lounge chair, to promote even tanning. It is designed to provide a comfortable and even tanning means during outdoor sunbathing episodes. TanWings Plus may also provide shade and an out-of-sight compartment for picnic items or the like. It may also be used to provide a private shaded space for changing a child's diaper or allowing a child to nap while at the pool, beach or even in the back yard. | 04-26-2012 |
David Place, Warwick, NY US
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20090023925 | N'-(2-HALOBENZYLIDENE)SULFONYLHYDRAZIDES AS INTERMEDIATES IN THE MANUFACTURE OF ARYLSULFONYLINDAZOLES - The present invention provides N′-(2-halobenzylidene)sulfonylhydrazides of formula I | 01-22-2009 |
Denis Place, Colchester, VT US
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20100277195 | Modular Probe System - A modular probe system that includes components that are selected to test different devices-under-test (DUTs) in a number of different scientific fields. The system includes quick-release connectors that may be used to releasably secure components of the modular probe system to one another or to a mounting interface. These connectors permit quick and easy attachment and detachment of various components in a manner that permits a user to readily configure the probe system for each DUT. | 11-04-2010 |
Dennis J. Place, West Hinesburg, VT US
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20130199096 | DOOR WITH REMOVABLE SURFACE - A barrier system for an internal volume of a kitchen appliance, such as a commercial oven, is provided. The barrier system includes a door pivotably mounted to a housing of an appliance, the housing enclosing an internal volume as well as components associated with controlling an environment within the internal volume. The door is configured to selectively isolate the internal volume of the appliance when in a closed configuration, and to allow access to the internal volume when pivoted away from the closed configuration. The door includes a frame rigidly supporting an outer barrier and an inner barrier spacedly positioned thereon, wherein the outer barrier is rigidly mounted to the frame, and the inner barrier is rigidly mounted to the frame, but is configured to be removable from the door upon removal of a fastener. | 08-08-2013 |
Don Place, Wesley Chapel, FL US
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20110131752 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PRESSURE CLEANING - An application for a pressure cleaning system that is mounted on a vehicle and has an engine for moving the vehicle, generating electrical power as needed, providing water pressure, providing vacuum and optionally providing hydraulic pressure. Water is stored in a holding tank and pressurized for application to a surface to be cleaned. Water in the holding tank is heated from waste heat produced by the engine and or by the hydraulic system. | 06-09-2011 |
Lynn Place, Pearland, TX US
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20140311384 | LOW VOC COATING REDUCERS - A coating reducers containing low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to improve adverse environmental impacts, where the reducers may be water or solvent based and include mixtures of VOC exempt solvents and/or low vapor pressure (LVP) solvents and paints, lacquers, and varnishes diluted with the reducers. | 10-23-2014 |
Mary Ann Place, Pawling, NY US
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20110256933 | INTERNET BASED COMMUNITY GAME - A game is created by a group connected by a network where the members contribute trivia questions and answers with corresponding images for the game through the use of an online database. The game content can be edited before it is finalized. The game may be virtual or tangible. The game may have sponsorship. The sponsors' trivia information is incorporated into and played as part of the game. The game may also be used as a promotional fundraising product. | 10-20-2011 |
Matthew M. Place, Hilton, NY US
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20090145456 | Ultrasonic Bubble Reduction System - An inspection system includes an inspection station configured to receive a plurality of ophthalmic devices, and a fluid supply fluidly connected to the inspection station. The fluid supply contains a working fluid. The system also includes an ultrasonic degassing assembly configured to remove at least one bubble carried by the plurality of ophthalmic devices upstream of a packaging station. | 06-11-2009 |
20090145462 | Maintaining an Ophthalmic Device in a Hydrated State - An ophthalmic device hydration system includes an inspection station configured to receive a plurality of ophthalmic devices and fluid supply fluidly connected to the inspection station. The fluid supply contains a working fluid. The ophthalmic device hydration system also includes a hydration assembly disposed proximate the inspection station and configured to vaporize a volume of the working fluid. | 06-11-2009 |
Michael S. Place, Manchester, NH US
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20130177455 | System, Method, and Apparatus for Infusing Fluid - A peristaltic pump, and related system method are provided. The peristaltic pump includes a cam shaft, first and second pinch-valve cams, first and second pinch-valve cam followers, a plunger cam, a plunger-cam follower, a tube receiver, and a spring-biased plunger. The first and second pinch-valve cams are coupled to the cam shaft. The first and second pinch-valve cam followers each engage the first and second pinch-valve cams, respectively. The plunger cam is coupled to the cam shaft. The plunger-cam follower engages the plunger cam. The tube receiver is configured to receive a tube. The spring-biased plunger is coupled to the plunger-cam follower such that the expansion of the plunger cam along a radial angle intersecting the plunger-cam follower as the cam shaft rotates pushes the plunger cam follower towards the plunger and thereby disengages the spring-biased plunger from the tube. A spring coupled to the spring-biased plunger biases the spring-biased plunger to apply the crushing force to the tube. | 07-11-2013 |
20130336814 | Apparatus for Infusing Fluid - A pump for pumping fluid includes a tube platen, a plunger, a bias member, inlet and outlet valves, an actuator mechanism, a position sensor, and a processor. The plunger is configured for actuation toward and away from the infusion-tube when the tube platen is disposed opposite to the plunger. The tube platen can hold an intravenous infusion tube. The bias member is configured to urge the plunger toward the tube platen. | 12-19-2013 |
20150152809 | Annular Venturi Burner for Stirling Engine - An annular venturi burner assembly and Stirling engine. The annular venturi burner injects fuel into combustion air flowing axial through an port with an annular cross section. The fuel enters the annular cross-section from the outside diameter. The flow of air through the annular section creates suction that draws the fuel through the ports. An venturi bushing directs the flow of fuel to provides improved and more uniform mixing of fuel and air. | 06-04-2015 |
Ned Allen Place, Arlington, TX US
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20110162509 | APPARATUS FOR USING A PERSON'S HIPS TO CARRY THE LOAD OF MARCHING PERCUSSION EQUIPMENT OR OTHER OBJECTS WHICH ARE CARRIED NEAR WAIST-HEIGHT AND IN FRONT OF A PERSON - The MRS NAP apparatus is disclosed for carrying marching percussion or other objects, particularly but not exclusively drums of various sizes and amalgamations and other objects carried at a person's frontal area near waist height. The apparatus is worn about the user's waist and the utility uses the person's hips to bear the instrument's load. Current state of the art places a majority of the load upon the shoulders and spine. The apparatus relieves the shoulder and spine of weight and pressure and also allows more upper body movement. The MRS NAP apparatus consists of an exoskeleton load bearing frame for a solid platform to hold the carried object stably, an endoskeleton padded for comfort, a vertical spinal column brace, and straps from the apex of the spinal column brace for stability of larger objects. The MRS NAP apparatus is adjustable for various consumers of diverse sizes. | 07-07-2011 |
Ned J. Place, Ithaca, NY US
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20090275060 | DETERMINATION OF SERUM ANTI-MULLERIAN HORMONE AS A DIAGNOSTIC TEST FOR SPAY IN COMPANION ANIMALS - This invention relates to non-surgical assays that can be used to determine whether an animal that has a non-postpartum anestrous period of three months or greater, such as a dog or a cat, has been spayed. In particular, the present invention relates to devices, kits and methods that allow correlation of levels of Anti-Müllerian Hormone with the state of being spayed. | 11-05-2009 |
Paul Place, Houston, TX US
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20110087918 | DISASTER RECOVERY - File system disaster recovery techniques provide automated monitoring, failure detection and multi-step failover from a primary designated target to one of a designated group of secondary designated targets. Secondary designated targets may be prioritized so that failover occurs in a prescribed sequence. Replication of information between the primary designated target and the secondary designated targets allows failover in a manner that maximizes continuity of operation. In addition, user-specified actions may be initiated on failure detection and/or on failover operations and/or on failback operations. | 04-14-2011 |
20120060050 | DISASTER RECOVERY - File system disaster recovery techniques provide automated monitoring, failure detection and multi-step failover from a primary designated target to one of a designated group of secondary designated targets. Secondary designated targets may be prioritized so that failover occurs in a prescribed sequence. Replication of information between the primary designated target and the secondary designated targets allows failover in a manner that maximizes continuity of operation. In addition, user-specified actions may be initiated on failure detection and/or on failover operations and/or on failback operations. | 03-08-2012 |
Randall C. Place US
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20100083616 | REFUSE DISPOSAL APPARATUS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - An apparatus that can be used for packaging refuse, such as soiled diapers, for disposal or items, such as food and medicine, for storage can comprise a receptacle having an upper open end, a cover connected proximate the upper end of the receptacle, and a rotatable tube mounted on a pair of bosses carried by the receptacle. The rotatable tube can carry a roll of linearly attached disposable bags for receiving refuse and the like. Sealing means can be provided for sealing at least one of the disposable bags after receiving refuse or other item to be packaged. A suction motor can be provided in communication with the disposable bags to vacuum air out of the disposable bag. A cutting assembly can be connected to the cover for cutting the disposable bag from the plurality of linearly attached disposable bags. | 04-08-2010 |
Richard Alan Place, Canandaigua, NY US
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20110258511 | AUTOMATIC ERROR CONTROL SCHEME SELECTION FOR FIXED-LENGTH MESSAGES BASED UPON MESSAGE PAYLOAD SIZE - A communication system enabling wireless transmission of messages via packets; and a method of operating the system provides for improved accuracy in the transmission of a message, particularly for overcoming signal distortion associated with the phase changes and varying multipath found in transmissions from the locomotive of a moving train. The maximum benefit of forward-error correction (FEC) with Reed-Solomon (RS) coding is applied for a message payload that is significantly shorter than the fixed length of a packet, with lesser coding being performed with longer payloads. | 10-20-2011 |
20120212079 | ANTENNA PROTECTION DEVICE AND SYSTEM - A protection device for electrically insulating an antenna from a signal receiving device while transferring RF signals, and a system including the same are disclosed. In an embodiment, the protection device includes a first waveguide in signal communication and electrical communication with the antenna; and a second waveguide in signal communication and electrical communication with the signal receiving device. The first waveguide and the second waveguide are arranged in an end to end coaxial relationship facing one another, and the first waveguide and the second waveguide are electrically insulated from one another, such that a high voltage from accidental contact of the antenna with a power line cannot pass from the antenna to the signal receiving device. RF signals pass from the antenna to the signal receiving device through the protection device with minimal signal loss. | 08-23-2012 |
Richard Alan Place, Rochester, NY US
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20120040634 | FREQUENCY ESTIMATION IMMUNE TO FM CLICKS - An apparatus for reducing audio clicks in frequency modulated radio system includes a receiver for receiving a frequency modulated (FM) signal, and a processor for demodulating the received signal and estimating a frequency error, wherein the processor is configured to determine phase variations of the received FM signal by comparing a phase of a first signal sample to a phase of a second signal sample, wherein the first signal sample and the second signal sample are separated in time by more than one sample. | 02-16-2012 |
20130259148 | AMPLITUDE ENHANCED FREQUENCY MODULATION - Methods and systems for transmitting a spectrally efficient signal. The method includes frequency modulating an input signal in a transmitter to generate a first frequency modulated (FM) signal and generating in the transmitter an amplitude modulated (AM) component based at least on the input signal. The method may then include generating a second FM signal based at least on the AM component and the first FM signal and sending the second FM signal to a receiver. | 10-03-2013 |
Robert Place, Bethesda, MD US
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20140315759 | MOLECULAR NETS ON SOLID PHASES - Disclosed is a covalently-linked multilayered three-dimensional matrix comprising capture molecules, linkers and spacers (referred to as a Molecular Net) for specific and sensitive analyte capture from a sample. Also disclosed herein is a Molecular Net comprising covalently-linked multilayered three-dimensional matrix comprising more than one type of capture molecule and more than one type of linker and may comprise one or more spacer for specific and sensitive capture of more than one type of analyte from a sample. A Molecular Net may comprise a pseudorandom nature. Use of various capture molecules, linkers and spacers in a Molecular Net may confer unique binding properties to a Molecular Net. Porosity, binding affinity, size exclusion abilities, filtration abilities, concentration abilities and signal amplification abilities of a Molecular Net may be varied and depend on the nature of components used in its fabrication. Uses of a Molecular Net may include analyte capture, analyte enrichment, analyte purification, analyte detection, analyte measurement and analyte delivery. Molecular Nets may be used in liquid phase or on solid phases such as nanomaterials, modified metal surfaces, nanospheres, microspheres, microtiter plates, slides, pipettes, cassettes, cartridges, discs, probes, lateral flow devices, microfluidics devices, microfluidics devices, optical fibers and others. | 10-23-2014 |
Robert F. Place, San Francisco, CA US
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20110054012 | Methods and Compositions for Increasing Gene Expression - The present invention provides compositions, pharmaceutical preparations, kits and methods for increasing expression of a gene product in a cell by contacting the cell with a microRNA (miRNA) molecule comprising a ribonucleic strand that is complementary to a non-coding nucleic acid sequence of the gene. | 03-03-2011 |
20150126578 | Modified Small Activating RNA Molecules and Methods of Use - Methods, compositions and kits are provided for increasing the expression of a gene product in a cell by contacting the cell with a modified small activating RNA (saRNA) molecule, which provides for an increase in gene expression that is improved over the increase in expression provided by traditional saRNAs. These methods and compositions find use in any application in which an increase in gene expression in a cell is desired. | 05-07-2015 |
Skyler Place, Boston, MA US
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20150264177 | Method and Apparatus for Speech Behavior Visualization and Gamification - The disclosed system and methods provide real-time information about how agents and customers sound as they are speaking, allowing a supervisor to continuously monitor how agents are doing. The system allows agents to visualize their own speech behavior performance during and after a conversation while viewing important comparative information about prior conversations, and gamifies conversations in real-time by providing visual comparison between the live conversations and various target metrics. The visualization in-turn enhances agent interactive skills such as active listening and mirroring, as well as decision-making skills based on observations of customer engagement and distress levels. | 09-17-2015 |
Thomas Place, Franklinton, NC US
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20140070245 | HIGH VOLTAGE MONOLITHIC LED CHIP - Monolithic LED chips are disclosed comprising a plurality of active regions on a submount, wherein the submount comprises integral electrically conductive interconnect elements in electrical contact with the active regions and electrically connecting at least some of the active regions in series. The submount also comprises an integral insulator element electrically insulating at least some of the interconnect elements and active regions from other elements of the submount. The active regions are mounted in close proximity to one another with at least some of the active regions having a space between adjacent ones of the active regions that is 10 percent or less of the width of one or more of the active regions. The space is substantially not visible when the LED chip is emitting, such that the LED chips emits light similar to a filament. | 03-13-2014 |
20150228876 | MULTI-SEGMENT MONOLITHIC LED CHIP - Described herein are LED chips comprising pluralities of active regions on the same submount. These active regions are individually addressable, such that beam output from the LEDs can be controlled simply by selectively activating the desired active region in the plurality without resorting to incorporation of advanced optics and reflectors comprising complex moving parts. In some embodiments, one or more active regions can surround one or more other active regions. In some embodiments, the various active regions are individually addressable by virtue of each active region comprising its own anode and sharing a common cathode. In some embodiments, the various active regions are individually addressable by virtue of each active region comprising its own cathode and sharing a common anode. In some embodiments, each active region comprises its own anode and its own cathode. | 08-13-2015 |
Timothy Place, Marissa, IL US
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20120085041 | SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND SYSTEMS INCLUDING THE SAME - Support structures and systems for electrical panels, such as solar panels or collectors, and other materials and devices are described. The structures are relatively strong and lightweight and include cable management features. | 04-12-2012 |
Virgil A. Place, Kawaihae, HI US
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20080227749 | CARRAGEENAN-BASED FORMULATIONS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS OF USE - A method is provided for treating a female individual who suffers from or is prone to dyspareunia. The method involves vaginal and/or vulvar administration of a formulation comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a carrageenan and a pharmaceutically acceptable aqueous carrier. In addition, a carrageenan-based formulation is provided as a new composition of matter. Packaged kits for an individual to use in the administration of a carrageenan-based formulation as provided as well. | 09-18-2008 |
William C. Place, Acton, MA US
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20110285389 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SENSING A MAGNETIC FIELD - A magnetic screening system uses directional gradiometers with high resolution and accuracy to measure magnetic field signatures of target objects (e.g., gun, knife, cell phone, keys) in a volume of interest. The measured signatures can be compared to signatures of known objects stored in a local database. Various mathematical processes may be used to identify or classify target object signatures. In a network of magnetic screening systems, the magnetic screening systems can transmit signatures to a central signature database, and a management computer can share the central signature database with all of the magnetic screening systems on the network. The magnetic screening system can operate in multiple modes, such as a tracking mode, measurement mode, and self-test mode. Through use of unique processes and designs, the magnetic screening system can achieve a high rate of processing persons for target objects. | 11-24-2011 |
William Chambers Place, Acton, MA US
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20090327191 | Magnetic screening system network - A magnetic screening system uses directional gradiometers with high resolution and accuracy to measure magnetic field signatures of target objects (e.g., gun, knife, cell phone, keys) in a volume of interest. The measured signatures can be compared to signatures of known objects stored in a local database. Various mathematical processes may be used to identify or classify target object signatures. In a network of magnetic screening systems, the magnetic screening systems can transmit signatures to a central signature database, and a management computer can share the central signature database with all of the magnetic screening systems on the network. The magnetic screening system can operate in multiple modes, such as a tracking mode, measurement mode, calibration mode, and self-test mode. Calibration may be performed in a substantially continuous manner to allow calibration parameters to be adjusted during system operation (e.g., tracking mode) to compensate for changes in conditions that may impact calibration parameters. Through use of unique processes and designs, the magnetic screening system can achieve a high rate of processing persons for target objects. | 12-31-2009 |