Kraft, US
Andrews S. Kraft, Mount Pleasant, SC US
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20110263664 | Inhibitors of PIM-1 Protein Kinases, Compositions and Methods for Treating Prostate Cancer - The disclosure relates to inhibitors of Pim-1 and/or Pim-2 protein kinase, to compositions comprising one or more inhibitors of Pim-1 and/or Pim-2 protein kinase, and to methods for treating cancer. | 10-27-2011 |
Anthony K. Kraft, Dubuque, IA US
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20150075490 | CONTROLLED ENGINE SHUTDOWN METHOD AND ENGINE SHUTDOWN PREDICTION FOR EXHAUST SYSTEM DURABILITY - A controlled engine shutdown method is disclosed that includes monitoring exhaust system temperature, monitoring operator shutdown commands, and delaying engine shutdown based on exhaust system temperature. The method can include inhibiting any process that affects exhaust temperatures, for example DPF regeneration. The method can use a shutdown timer, allow operator override of the shutdown delay, and display a delay notification message. The method can also include predicting when an engine shutdown is expected, and delaying or aborting any process that would affect exhaust temperatures when an engine shutdown is predicted. Predicting can include monitoring various machine states, determining an average activity interval for the machine, determining a geographic shutdown area, determining a shutdown time of day and/or monitoring a machine fluid level. | 03-19-2015 |
Bradley Kraft, Fairport, NY US
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20080202037 | AUTO-STOPPING SLURRIES FOR CHEMICAL-MECHANICAL POLISHING OF TOPOGRAPHIC DIELECTRIC SILICON DIOXIDE - The present invention provides auto-stopping CMP slurry compositions that minimize post-CMP non-uniformity and also extend the time that polishing can be continued beyond the end point without the risk of over-polishing the dielectric silicon dioxide film. Auto-stopping CMP slurry compositions according to the invention include ceria abrasive particles and an effective amount of a polyalkylamine such as polyethyleneimine dispersed in water. The methods of the invention include polishing a topographic dielectric silicon dioxide film layer using the auto-stopping CMP slurry compositions to obtain a dielectric silicon dioxide surface having a desired predetermined minimum step height. | 08-28-2008 |
20080274618 | POLISHING COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR HIGH SELECTIVITY POLYSILICON CMP - The present invention provides a polishing composition and a method for removing polysilicon in preference to silicon dioxide, silicate glasses and/or silicon nitride via chemical-mechanical polishing during semiconductor device fabrication. In a preferred embodiment, the polishing composition includes an aqueous dispersion of ceria abrasive particles, from about 0.005% to about 0.15% by weight of a polyethyleneimine and a sufficient amount of an acid to adjust the pH of the polishing composition within the range of from about 4.7 to about 5.1. The polishing composition can be used to remove polysilicon via CMP at removal rates that are acceptable in semiconductor device fabrication applications while simultaneously suppressing the rate at which silicon dioxide, silicate glasses and silicon nitride are removed. | 11-06-2008 |
Bradley M. Kraft, Fairport, NY US
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20110223764 | Chemical-Mechanical Polishing Compositions And Methods Of Making And Using The Same - The present invention provides an aqueous CMP slurry composition that includes abrasive particles and from about 0.01% to the limit of solubility in water of a compound according to Formula (I): | 09-15-2011 |
Brett W. Kraft, Overland Park, KS US
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20110094325 | Ball and piston rotary actuator mechanism - A rotary actuator mechanism for applying torque to a shaft and comprising an actuator housing forming an actuator path that includes an actuator pinion rotatably supported in said housing and having said shaft secured thereto. The pinion having peripheral notches of a selected shape and positioned within the actuator path. The mechanism having a train of discrete actuator elements having opposite ends and positioned in the actuator path, each of the actuator elements being of said selected shape to enable reception in the peripheral notches, a plurality of the elements engaging the notches. The mechanism having at least one linear actuator supported by the housing and engaging one of the ends of the train of actuator elements, the linear actuator being selectively activated to push the train of discrete actuator elements through the actuator path to thereby serially engage the actuator elements with the notches of the pinion and thereby apply torque to the shaft. | 04-28-2011 |
Brian J. Kraft, Moscow, ID US
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20100197029 | DIRECT METHOD AND REAGENT KITS FOR FATTY ACID ESTER SYNTHESIS - Provided are efficient, cost-effective and water tolerant methods (e.g., single-vial methods) for preparing fatty acid esters from organic matter, comprising: obtaining organic matter comprising at least one fat substituent, contacting the organic matter in a reaction mixture with a basic solution under conditions suitable to provide for hydrolytic release of monomeric fatty acids from the at least one fat substituent to provide a base-treated reaction mixture, and esterifying the monomeric fatty acids of the base-treated reaction mixture by acidification of the reaction mixture and treating in the presence of an organic alcohol to provide fatty acid esters. The methods optionally further comprise, prior to esterifying, neutralizing the base-treated reaction mixture to provide for neutralized fatty acids, separating the neutralized fatty acids from the neutralized reaction mixture, and dissolving the separated fatty acids in the esterification reaction mixture. Also provided are related methods and kits for fat analysis. | 08-05-2010 |
David J. Kraft, Howell, MI US
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20120174747 | Lightweight Armor and Methods of Making - An article of armor includes a friction material operative to prevent penetration of a ballistic projectile. The armor is also operative to prevent penetration of a plurality of ballistic projectiles at a single point of impact. The armor may include a backing, or a facing, or may comprise an intermediate layer between a backing and facing in any combination. The armor of the invention applied directly to or attached to an article to be armored so as to cover all or any portion of the article. The backing and facing may include a friction material or a non-friction material. The friction material is a composite of a resin binder agent, a fibrous support structure, a friction modifier system, and a wear system. | 07-12-2012 |
David W. Kraft, Bozeman, MT US
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20080242426 | GAMING MACHINE CRITICAL DATA MEMORY SYSTEM AND METHOD - A gaming machine with a critical data memory system is provided for high speed and permanent storage and retention of critical data. The gaming machine includes high speed NV-RAM queue memory for secure, temporary storage of critical data and mass storage permanent memory for long term, secure storage of critical data. Additionally, operating procedures for storing, verifying, and correcting the stored critical data are provided. | 10-02-2008 |
Edward R. Kraft, New York, NY US
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20090156463 | Photokinetic delivery of biologically active substances using pulsed incoherent light - The invention relates generally to transdermal and transmembrane delivery of biologically active substances through the skin, sub-dermal tissues, blood vessels and cellular membranes without causing damage to the cellular surface, tissue or membrane. The invention provides compositions and methods for enhanced transdermal and transmembrane delivery of biologically active substances using pulsed incoherent light. The invention further provides a device for the application of the pulsed incoherent light to cellular surfaces and membranes using those compositions and methods. | 06-18-2009 |
Edward R. Kraft, Galveston, TX US
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20080230053 | PULSE DRUG NEBULIZATION SYSTEMS, FORMULATIONS THEREFORE, AND METHODS OF USE - Liquid nebulizer apparatus, systems, and formulation compositions, as well as systems for the nebulized, aerosol delivery of such compositions, for the administration and insufflation of medicinal aerosols into the pulmonary system of a mammal are described. The nebulizing apparatus and system can effectively aerosolize a variety of viscosities of medicinal liquid drug carriers, including those made up of oil, water, or emulsions of oil and water. Drugs dissolved or suspended in the compositions and formulations described and adapted for use herein are not damages or denatured by the nebulization process when the nebulizer described is used. Further, the nebulization system itself can be adapted for use with both mechanically assisted pulmonary ventilation systems as well as hand-held inhalers and nose/mouth face masks for use in pulmonary drug delivery. | 09-25-2008 |
20110125076 | PHOTOKINETIC OCULAR DRUG DELIVERY METHODS AND APPARATUS - The present invention relates generally to transscleral, transcorneal, and transocular delivery of biologically active substances through the tissues, blood vessels and cellular membranes of the eyes of patients without causing damage to the cellular surface, tissue or membrane. The invention provides compositions and methods for enhanced transscleral, transcorneal and transocular delivery of biologically active substances using pulsed incoherent light, and particularly the transcleral, transcorneal or transocular delivery of high molecular weight biologically active substances to a patient using pulsed incoherent light. The invention further provides a device for the application of the pulsed incoherent light to cellular surfaces and membranes of the eye of a subject using those compositions and methods. | 05-26-2011 |
20120111324 | Dry Powder Drug Delivery Formulations, Methods of Use, and Devices Therefore - The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and formulations for the pulmonary administration of one or more therapeutic agents, in dry powder form, in a single, large dose quantity. These formulations, methods, and systems are useful in the treatment of patients suffering from toxic or harmful gas exposure, such as nerve gas exposure, as well as in the treatment of patients suffering from diseases of the pulmonary system, including tuberculosis, cystic fibrosis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). | 05-10-2012 |
20120174915 | PULSE DRUG NEBULIZATION SYSTEM, FORMULATIONS THEREFORE, AND METHODS OF USE - Liquid nebulizer apparatus, systems, and formulation compositions, as well as systems for the nebulized, aerosol delivery of such compositions, for the administration and insufflation of medicinal aerosols into the pulmonary system of a mammal are described. The nebulizing apparatus and system can effectively aerosolize a variety of viscosities of medicinal liquid drug carriers, including those made up of oil, water, or emulsions of oil and water. Drugs dissolved or suspended in the compositions and formulations described and adapted for use herein are not damaged or denatured by the nebulization process when the nebulizer described is used. Further, the nebulization system itself can be adapted for use with both mechanically assisted pulmonary ventilation systems as well as hand-held inhalers and nose/mouth face masks for use in pulmonary drug delivery. | 07-12-2012 |
20140128798 | DELIVERY OF LARGE MOLECULAR WEIGHT BIOLOGICALLY ACTIVE SUBSTANCES - The invention relates generally to intradermal, transdermal, and/or transmembrane delivery of biologically active substances in the epidermis and/or through the skin, sub-dermal tissues, blood vessels and cellular membranes without causing damage to the cellular surface, tissue or membrane. The biologically active substances may have a molecular weight no less than about 5.8 kDa to about 2,500 kDa, such as Hyaluronic Acid (HA). The biologically active substances may be deposited in a dermal patch containing a red algae polysaccharide-based matrix, wherein the red algae polysaccharide is an extract of | 05-08-2014 |
20150034077 | PULSE DRUG NEBULIZATION SYSTEM, FORMULATIONS THEREFORE, AND METHODS OF USE - Liquid nebulizer apparatus, systems, and formulation compositions, as well as systems for the nebulized, aerosol delivery of such compositions, for the administration and insufflation of medicinal aerosols into the pulmonary system of a mammal are described. The nebulizing apparatus and system can effectively aerosolize a variety of viscosities of medicinal liquid drug carriers, including those made up of oil, water, or emulsions of oil and water. Drugs dissolved or suspended in the compositions and formulations described and adapted for use herein are not damaged or denatured by the nebulization process when the nebulizer described is used. Further, the nebulization system itself can be adapted for use with both mechanically assisted pulmonary ventilation systems as well as hand-held inhalers and nose/mouth face masks for use in pulmonary drug delivery. | 02-05-2015 |
Elizabeth Kraft, Denver, CO US
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20100269763 | Multi-compartment sleeved pouch - A multi-compartment sleeved pouch comprising at least a first compartment having an opening thereto and an exclusive first wall, and a second compartment having an opening thereto and an exclusive second wall. The walls are independent of each other, with a portion of each wall juxtaposed and attached to each other along two opposing parallel borders thereof to thereby provide a sleeve passage between the first and second compartments. A connector can extend from the pouch for securement to an independent object. Also included in combination with the pouch is a pet restraining device such as a leash disposed through the sleeve passage and connected to a hand grip of the leash. | 10-28-2010 |
Emil Burns Kraft, Bellevue, WA US
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20130132927 | BUSINESS CONTENT AUTHORING AND DISTRIBUTION - Technology is described for authoring and distributing business content. In various embodiments, the technology can receive a wordprocessing document, the wordprocessing document including a script tag and an instruction within the script tag, the instruction identifying at least the one named cell or region; and produce source code corresponding to the received wordprocessing document. | 05-23-2013 |
Gregory Charles Kraft, Knoxville, TN US
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20100175552 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOVING GASEOUS POLLUTANTS FROM A GAS STREAM - Horizontal gas-liquid scrubbing systems and associated gas scrubbing methodologies are provided. In one embodiment, a horizontal duct scrubbing system includes a horizontally disposed housing having a waste gas inlet and a treated gas outlet, a liquid inlet manifold disposed within the horizontally disposed housing, the liquid inlet manifold comprising a plurality of nozzles oriented to spray a scrubbing liquor co-current to the flow of a gas stream flowing through the horizontally disposed housing, and a demister located proximal the treated gas outlet, where the horizontally disposed housing is substantially free of flow deflection members between the liquid inlet manifold and the demister. The gas stream may include sulfur dioxide, and the system may be capable of removing at least 71 vol. % sulfur dioxide from the gas stream. | 07-15-2010 |
20110135554 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOVING GASEOUS POLLUTANTS FROM A GAS STREAM - Horizontal gas-liquid scrubbing systems and associated gas scrubbing methodologies are provided. In one embodiment, a horizontal duct scrubbing system includes a horizontally disposed housing having a waste gas inlet and a treated gas outlet, a liquid inlet manifold disposed within the horizontally disposed housing, the liquid inlet manifold comprising a plurality of nozzles oriented to spray a scrubbing liquor co-current to the flow of a gas stream flowing through the horizontally disposed housing, and a demister located proximal the treated gas outlet, where the horizontally disposed housing is substantially free of flow deflection members between the liquid inlet manifold and the demister. | 06-09-2011 |
Harold H. Kraft, Arlington, VA US
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20090024630 | Privacy Information Reporting Systems with Broad Search Scope and Integration - A system for providing background check information to consumers diversifies a search vector by iteratively searching databases to obtain comprehensive identifying information while eliminating redundancies. Fuzzy expansion operators based on phonetics, misspellings, and other factors may be employed. The self-background check is intended to be used by consumers to safeguard against identify theft. | 01-22-2009 |
20090043743 | PRIVACY INFORMATION REPORTING SYSTEMS WITH BROAD SEARCH SCOPE AND INTEGRATION - A system for providing background check information to consumers diversifies a search vector by iteratively searching databases to obtain comprehensive identifying information while eliminating redundancies. Fuzzy expansion operators based on phonetics, misspellings, and other factors may be employed. The self-background check is intended to be used by consumers to safeguard against identify theft. | 02-12-2009 |
20100161816 | IDENTITY INFORMATION SERVICES, METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS - A system provides various features for facilitating the management of data used for facilitating trust in otherwise anonymous transactions. | 06-24-2010 |
20130191898 | IDENTITY VERIFICATION CREDENTIAL WITH CONTINUOUS VERIFICATION AND INTENTION-BASED AUTHENTICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system providing features for facilitating the authentication and verification of a consumer, facilitating and sharing trust between the consumer and third parties, and for continuously updating such information. The system can create an online identity credential based on verifying the identity of an individual subject. The system can include adding first, second, and third party information to the credential, analyzing the data in the credential to create metadata stored within the credential, continuously and periodically updating the elements and metadata of the identity credential, and for sharing selected data and metadata elements of the credential with second and third parties. The system can be used as a standalone identity credential or in support of biometric identity applications. The system can include rewards to encourage subjects to continuously verify their identity. The system can include a Knowledge-Based-Authentication based on intention analysis derived from second-party data, rather than factual third-party data. | 07-25-2013 |
Jacob Kraft, Nashville, TN US
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20100076898 | Method of Scheduling a Workforce Constrained By Work Rules and Labor Laws - A method and apparatus are provided for evaluating a plurality of work schedules containing scheduling information for a plurality of agents of an organization. The method includes the steps of providing a rule plug-in, defining a rule from the plug-in by associating an agent scheduling characteristic with the plug-in, comparing the agent scheduling characteristic with a set of agent scheduling entries of each agent within each of the plurality of work schedules and selecting a work schedule of the plurality of work schedules for use by the organization based upon the comparison. | 03-25-2010 |
James R. Kraft, New Paris, IN US
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20090014699 | CABLE GUIDE - A guide adapted to retain a flexible member can include a body defining an arcuate intermediate portion extending between a first end and a second end. The arcuate intermediate portion can define a generally unshaped cross-section. The intermediate portion can define a throat adapted to slidably capture the flexible member. A mounting aperture can be defined through the first end. At least one finger can be formed on the body. The finger can extend toward the throat and is adapted to retain the flexible member within the throat. | 01-15-2009 |
20090320763 | POULTRY FEEDER - A method of managing feed flow within a feeder from a feed supply conduit to a pan of said feeder is provided. The method includes the step of providing a feeder including a pan and a drop tube assembly where the assembly is configured to receive feed from the conduit, and where the assembly defines a feed gate through an outer wall thereof such that feed received from the conduit flows through the feed gate and into the pan. The method further includes the step of regulating a position of the feed gate in the outer wall of the assembly such that feed flow into the pan can be substantially controlled, such that the feed flow can be substantially directed into selected areas and at selected levels within the pan, and/or such that the position of the feed gate is variable relative to a distal end of the assembly. | 12-31-2009 |
John E. Kraft, Floyds Knobs, IN US
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20110289751 | Field Erectable Abatement System Methods - Various methods and apparatus are disclosed that relate to an abatement system. Some methods and apparatus relate to one or more aspects of a field erectable abatement system. The field erectable abatement system may include a plurality of prefabricated skeleton segments that may be transported to a location and field erected at the location. One or more skin segments may also optionally be provided and optionally be coupled to the skeleton segments prior to being transported to the location. | 12-01-2011 |
20110289861 | Field Erectable Abatement System - Various methods and apparatus are disclosed that relate to an abatement system. Some methods and apparatus relate to one or more aspects of a field erectable abatement system. The field erectable abatement system may include a plurality of prefabricated skeleton segments that may be transported to a location and field erected at the location. One or more skin segments may also optionally be provided and optionally be coupled to the skeleton segments prior to being transported to the location. | 12-01-2011 |
Jonathan P. Kraft, Frederick, CO US
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20090153123 | PWM CONTROLLER AND METHOD THEREFOR - In one embodiment, a PWM controller is configured to inhibit a drive signal responsively to a bulk input voltage remaining at a low value for a time interval. | 06-18-2009 |
20090153207 | METHOD OF FORMING A PWM CONTROLLER AND STRUCTURE THEREFOR - In one embodiment, a PWM controller is configured to inhibit forming a drive signal responsively to an overload sense signal having a value that is no greater than a first value for a first time interval and to form a first duration of the first time interval responsively to the overload sense signal. | 06-18-2009 |
20120011712 | METHOD OF FORMING PWM CONTROLLER - In one embodiment, a PWM controller is configured to inhibit a drive signal responsively to a bulk input voltage remaining at a low value for a time interval. | 01-19-2012 |
Joseph Wayne Kraft, College Station, TX US
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20080290709 | Rigid Mounting Device for a Child Safety Seat - The present invention is a mounting device for a child safety seat. The child seat attaches to a motor vehicle seat through the use of mounting spikes that go through a set of receiver holes in the automobile seat. The mounting spikes connect the safety seat frame to the motor vehicle seat. The mounting spikes have spring-loaded securing latches that secure the child seat to the motor vehicle seat. The child seat will have a release mechanism that will quickly and easily release the mounting spikes from the seat to allow the child safety seat to be removed from the vehicle. | 11-27-2008 |
20090066129 | Rigid Mounting Device for a Child Safety Seat with a hook connection - The present invention is a mounting device for a child safety seat. The child seat attaches to a motor vehicle seat through the use of mounting hooks attached to mounting brackets and mounting spikes that go through a set of receiver holes in the automobile seat. The mounting spikes connect the safety seat frame to the motor vehicle seat. The mounting spikes have spring-loaded securing latches that secure the child seat to the motor vehicle seat. The child seat will have a release mechanism that will quickly and easily release the mounting spikes from the seat to allow the child safety seat to be removed from the vehicle. | 03-12-2009 |
20110046556 | Rapid Local Anesthesia Injection Cone - This is a Local Anesthesia Injection Cone. It is made of a very simple cone shaped piece of clear plastic with a flange on the tip of the cone where a Luer lock syringe can attach. There are a multiple tiny hypodermic needles protruding from the base of the cone. The number of needles would be directly proportional to the diameter of the device. It would be available in many sizes identified by the diameter of the base of the cone. | 02-24-2011 |
20110137250 | Rapid Local Anesthesia Linear Injection Device - This is a Rapid Local Anesthesia Linear Injection Device. It is made of a very simple triangular shaped piece of clear plastic with encased conduits connecting a flange on the tip of the cone where a Luer lock syringe can attach, and the base where there are a multiple tiny hypodermic needles protruding from the base of the triangle. The number of needles would be directly proportional to the length of the base of the device. It would be available in many sizes identified by the shape and the length of the base. | 06-09-2011 |
20130231633 | DEVICE FOR THE RAPID INJECTION OF LOCAL ANESTHESIA THROUGH A PLEURALITY OF NEEDLES - This device is a compressible chamber designed to inject a liquid medication through a plurality of needles. It is a self-contained, rapidly deployed device that replaces a classic syringe. It consists of a shallow chamber that is closed on one end and sealed on the other with a sliding elastomeric seal. A rigid ring slides up into the chamber that has multiple small double-ended needles mounted through the periphery of the ring perpendicularly so as to be able to perforate the seal of the chamber with the proximal end and simultaneously penetrate the subcutaneous tissues with the distal end thus allowing medication to flow from the chamber into the tissues when pressure is applied to the top of the chamber. The needles are also imbedded in, or juxtapose to a ring of compressible dye-containing material that serves to conceal the needles and provide demarcation of the area injected. | 09-05-2013 |
20140200552 | DEVICE FOR THE RAPID INJECTION OF LOCAL ANESTHESIA THROUGH A PLEURALITY OF NEEDLES - This device is a compressible chamber designed to inject a liquid medication through a plurality of needles. It is a self-contained, rapidly deployed device that replaces a classic syringe. It consists of a shallow chamber that is closed on one end and sealed on the other with a sliding elastomeric seal. A rigid ring slides up into the chamber that has multiple small double-ended needles mounted through the periphery of the ring perpendicularly so as to be able to perforate the seal of the chamber with the proximal end and simultaneously penetrate the subcutaneous tissues with the distal end thus allowing medication to flow from the chamber into the tissues when pressure is applied to the top of the chamber. The needles are also imbedded in, or juxtapose to a ring of compressible dye-containing material that serves to conceal the needles and provide demarcation of the area injected. | 07-17-2014 |
Justin A. Kraft, Raleigh, NC US
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20120029752 | Robotic Mower Stuck Detection System - A robotic mower stuck detection system includes a boundary sensor on the robotic mower that can detect when the robotic mower reaches a boundary wire, an accelerometer on the robotic mower that can detect when the robotic mower encounters an obstacle; and a vehicle control unit on the robotic mower having a timer that is reset each time the robotic mower reaches a boundary wire or encounters an obstacle; and executes a stuck vehicle task if the timer exceeds a specified maximum time without being reset. | 02-02-2012 |
20130025248 | ROBOTIC MOWER LAUNCH POINT SYSTEM - A robotic mower launch point system includes a user interface for an operator to enter a plurality of launch point locations, durations and frequencies, and a vehicle control unit that stores the locations, durations and frequencies, determines a sequence of launches based on the launch point frequencies, and commands the robotic mower to exit a charging station and follow a boundary wire to each launch point in the sequence where the robotic mower mows for that launch point's duration before returning to the charging station. The vehicle control determines the sequence based on the frequency of each launch point relative to a total of the launch point frequencies. | 01-31-2013 |
Kelly S. Kraft, Poughquag, NY US
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20100317574 | Diketopiperazine Microparticles with Defined Isomer Contents - Disclosed herein are fumaryl diketopiperazine (FDKP) compositions and microparticles having a specific trans isomer content of about 45% to about 65%. The FDKP microparticles can comprise a drug such as an endocrine hormone, including, peptide, including, insulin, glucagon, parathyroid hormones and the like and can be used to make a powder formulation for pulmonary delivery of the drug. | 12-16-2010 |
20130338065 | DRY POWDER INHALER AND SYSTEM FOR DRUG DELIVERY - A breath-powered, dry powder inhaler, a cartridge, and a pulmonary drug delivery system are provided. The dry powder inhaler can be provided with or without a unit dose cartridge for using with the inhaler. The inhaler and/or cartridge can be provided with a drug delivery formulation comprising, for example, a diketopiperazine and an active ingredient, including, peptides and proteins such as insulin and glucagon-like peptide 1 for the treatment of diabetes and/or obesity. The dry powder inhaler is compact; can be provided in various shapes and sizes, colors, and comprises a housing, a mouthpiece, a cartridge placement area, and a mechanism for opening and closing the medicament cartridge. The device is easy to manufacture, provides a pre-metered single unit dose, it is relatively easy to use, and can be reusable or disposable. | 12-19-2013 |
20140007873 | DRY POWDER INHALER AND SYSTEM FOR DRUG DELIVERY - A breath-powered, dry powder inhaler, a cartridge, and a pulmonary drug delivery system are provided. The dry powder inhaler can be provided with or without a unit dose cartridge for using with the inhaler. The inhaler and/or cartridge can be provided with a drug delivery formulation comprising, for example, a diketopiperazine and an active ingredient, including, peptides and proteins such as insulin and glucagon-like peptide 1 for the treatment of diabetes and/or obesity. The dry powder inhaler is compact; can be provided in various shapes and sizes, colors, and comprises a housing, a mouthpiece, a cartridge placement area, and a mechanism for opening and closing the medicament cartridge. The device is easy to manufacture, provides a pre-metered single unit dose, it is relatively easy to use, and can be reusable or disposable. | 01-09-2014 |
20150045295 | DRY POWDER INHALER AND SYSTEM FOR DRUG DELIVERY - A breath-powered, dry powder inhaler, a cartridge, and a pulmonary drug delivery system are provided. The dry powder inhaler can be provided with or without a unit dose cartridge for using with the inhaler. The inhaler and/or cartridge can be provided with a drug delivery formulation comprising, for example, a diketopiperazine and an active ingredient, including, peptides and proteins such as insulin and glucagon-like peptide 1 for the treatment of diabetes and/or obesity. The dry powder inhaler is compact; can be provided in various shapes and sizes, colors, and comprises a housing, a mouthpiece, a cartridge placement area, and a mechanism for opening and closing the medicament cartridge. The device is easy to manufacture, provides a pre-metered single unit dose, it is relatively easy to use, and can be reusable or disposable. | 02-12-2015 |
Kelly Sullivan Kraft, Poughquag, NY US
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20130289278 | Methods for the synthesis of activated ethylfumarates and their use as intermediates - Disclosed embodiments relate to improved methods for the synthesis of activated fumarate intermediates and their use in chemical synthesis. Disclosed embodiments describe the synthesis of activated fumarate esters including those derived from activating groups including: 4-nitrophenyl, diphenylphosphoryl azide, pivaloyl chloride, chlorosulfonyl isocyanate, p-nitrophenol, MEF, trifluoroacetyl and chlorine, for example, ethyl fumaroyl chloride and the subsequent use of the activated ester in situ. Further embodiments describe the improved synthesis of substituted aminoalkyl-diketopiperazines from unisolated and unpurified intermediates allowing for improved yields and reactor throughput. | 10-31-2013 |
20140288304 | FORMATION OF N-PROTECTED BIS-3,6-(4-AMINOBUTYL)-2,5-DIKETOPIPERAZINE THROUGH A CYCLIC ALPHA-N-PROTECTED AMINO ESTER - A method for the synthesis of N-protected 3,6-aminoalkyl-2,5-diketopiperazines is provided. The method includes obtaining a cyclic α-N protected active amino ester and adding it to a mixture of an amine catalyst in an organic solvent. | 09-25-2014 |
Kelly Sullivan Kraft, Hopewell Junction, NY US
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20110158935 | Substituted Diketopiperazine Analogs for Use as Drug Delivery Agents - Disclosed are drug delivery systems for the delivery of small molecule and macromolecular drugs. More particularly, disclosed are substituted analogs of 3,6-di(alkyl-4 aminobutyl)-2,5-diketopiperazine (which may also be referred to DKP), their use in the formulation of both small molecule and macromolecular drugs including therapeutic, prophylactic and diagnostic agents, stabilizing agents and systems for their delivery. | 06-30-2011 |
20150065422 | SUBSTITUTED DIKETOPIPERAZINE ANALOGS FOR USE AS DRUG DELIVERY AGENTS - Disclosed are drug delivery systems for the delivery of small molecule and macromolecular drugs. More particularly, disclosed are substituted analogs of 3,6-di(alkyl-4 aminobutyl)-2,5-diketopiperazine (which may also be referred to DKP), their use in the formulation of both small molecule and macromolecular drugs including therapeutic, prophylactic and diagnostic agents, stabilizing agents and systems for their delivery. | 03-05-2015 |
Kurt Randall Kraft, Seattle, WA US
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20090155038 | COMPLIANCE MECHANISM - A method and apparatus for a mobile tail support vehicle moving a swing tail cargo door of a swing tail aircraft. A mobile tail support apparatus is engaged to the swing tail cargo door on the swing tail aircraft. The swing tail cargo door is moved from a first position to a second position using the mobile tail support apparatus. Vertical reaction occurs to vertical loads on the swing tail cargo door during movement of the swing tail aircraft by the mobile tail support apparatus. Loads on a hinge and/or swing tail cargo door are reduced during the movement of the swing tail cargo door using the mobile tail support apparatus. | 06-18-2009 |
20090157235 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MOVING A SWING TAIL CARGO DOOR ON AN AIRCRAFT - A computer implemented method, apparatus, and computer usable program code for a mobile tail support control system. An apparatus comprises a data processing system, an output device, a set of load sensors, a set of position sensors, and a computer program product executing on the data processing system. The output device is capable of generating signals for managing movement of a mobile tail support apparatus. The set of load sensors may be coupled to the data processing system and may be capable of detecting loads associated with a swing tail cargo door. The set of position sensors are coupled to the data processing system and detect a position of the mobile tail support apparatus relative to the swing tail cargo door. The computer program product may receive information from the set of load sensors and the set of position sensors and generate signals to manage the mobile tail support apparatus. | 06-18-2009 |
Mark D. Kraft, Las Vegas, NV US
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20140106323 | REPRESENTATIONS OF PHYSIOLOGICAL STRUCTURES FOR TREATMENT SIMULATION - Representations of physiological structures for thermal treatment simulation. Training operators of the treatment devices by physically illustrating thermal profiles on organs, tissue, and nerves in real time may advantageously provide an understanding of heating and/or cooling effects. An experimenter may witness the thermal effects of lesion creation (e.g., RF lesion creation) rather than just monitoring a thermocouple temperature and assuming end-organ/tissue/nerve effects. | 04-17-2014 |
Matthew B. Kraft, Salt Lake City, UT US
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20110269713 | BRYOSTATIN ANALOGUES AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THEREOF - Described herein are tricyclic macrolactones. The macrolactones have a high binding affinity for PKC. The compounds described herein can be used in a number of therapeutic applications including cancer and Alzheimer's prevention and treatment. The compounds described herein can also treat memory loss. Also described herein are methods for producing macrolactones. The methods permit the high-yield synthesis of macrolactones in fewer steps and with a higher degree of substitution and specificity. | 11-03-2011 |
Maureen E. Kraft, Hudson, MA US
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20100070562 | BUSINESS PROCESS ENABLEMENT OF ELECTRONIC DOCUMENTS - Business process enablement of electronic documents is provided. A method includes populating an electronic document supporting structured and unstructured content. The electronic document includes a description identifying a server and the content. The method further includes notifying a document processor of a submission event. The method also includes serializing a portion of the electronic document containing some of the unstructured content. The method additionally includes submitting the electronic document to the server in response to the submission event. | 03-18-2010 |
Maureen Elizabeth Kraft, Hudson, MA US
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20090168609 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AUTOMATIC TIME-ZONE SENSITIVE SCHEDULING - A system that enables a user to indicate time zones in their electronic calendar for corresponding time periods in the future, and that makes the future time zone information it collects available for scheduling purposes, so that free time can be correctly determined even for frequently traveling users. The disclosed system further automatically provides indications to the user when input future free time information creates local times for previously scheduled calendar events that are outside of the user's regular working hours. | 07-02-2009 |
20140075298 | DOCUMENT ANALYSIS AND PRESENTATION FOR USERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS - A method, system, and computer program product for document analysis and presentation to a user, the user having a special need, are provided in the illustrative embodiments. A document is received for presentation to the user, the document including a plurality of parts, the plurality of parts including a preferred part, and wherein the user has to reach the preferred part in the document by sequentially processing a subset of parts preceding the preferred part in the document. The document is analyzed according to a set of attributes. The document is restructured to form a restructured document such that user can directly access the preferred part of the restructured document without having to sequentially process the restructured document. The restructured document is presented to the user having special needs. | 03-13-2014 |
Nathan L. Kraft US
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20120220091 | METHODS OF MAKING POWER SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES WITH THICK BOTTOM OXIDE LAYER - A method for forming thick oxide at the bottom of a trench formed in a semiconductor substrate includes forming a conformal oxide film by a sub-atmospheric chemical vapor deposition process that fills the trench and covers a top surface of the substrate. The method also includes etching the oxide film off the top surface of the substrate and inside the trench to leave a substantially flat layer of oxide having a target thickness at the bottom of the trench. | 08-30-2012 |
Nicholas A. Kraft, Appleton, WI US
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20090056892 | Multiple Ply Paper Product with Improved Ply Attachment and Environmental Sustainability - The present disclosure is generally directed to a multiple ply tissue product that includes a first ply and a second ply. The first ply includes a first outwardly facing layer having hardwood fibers, a second layer having softwood fibers, and a third layer having at least about 10 percent by weight post-consumer recycled fiber, wherein the second layer is positioned between the first layer and the third layer. | 03-05-2009 |
20110315309 | METHOD OF FORMING A NONWOVEN FABRIC AND FASTENING SYSTEM THAT INCLUDE AN AUTO-ADHESIVE MATERIAL - In some embodiments, a nonwoven fabric includes a first web that is at least partially formed of extruded strands which include an auto-adhesive material. The nonwoven fabric is adapted to be bonded to another item that includes a similar auto-adhesive material. In other embodiments, a method of forming a nonwoven fabric includes extruding a plurality of strands that are formed of an auto-adhesive material. The method further includes routing the plurality of strands toward a moving support, depositing the plurality of strands onto the moving support, and then stabilizing the plurality of strands to form a web. In other embodiments, a fastening system includes a nonwoven fabric that has a web which is formed of a plurality of extruded strands that include an auto-adhesive material. The fastening system further includes a foam layer that has a surface with a plurality of free-standing struts that include a similar auto-adhesive material. | 12-29-2011 |
Nicholas Alan Kraft, Matthews, NC US
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20150094682 | Method Of Forming An Absorbent Structure - A liquid absorbent structure is made by dry laying a fibrous web having incorporated therein a superabsorbent material, and applying an aqueous composite stabilizer to at least one surface of the web. The aqueous composite stabilizer imparts integrity to the resulting structure without substantially impairing the effectiveness of the superabsorbent material to absorb liquid while forming the absorbent structure without removing the water from aqueous composite stabilizer or drying out the absorbent structure. The absorbent composite absorbs the water from the aqueous composite stabilizer. The absorbent composite comprises about 70% by weight of a superabsorbent material. | 04-02-2015 |
Peter Kraft, Morris Plains, NJ US
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20120041814 | METHOD OF CREATING A COMMUNITY USING SEQUENTIAL NUMBERING - The creation of a fan based community as an affinity marketing platform. The community members are classified by a user number linked to the priority of their claim for affinity with the organization. Their user numbers are posted on a web-page having a unique URL. The user is issued with a tag that displays the user number and a machine readable QR code that encodes the | 02-16-2012 |
Randy Allen Kraft, Niarara Falls, NY US
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20110125663 | CARGO TRACKING APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system for tracking a location of at least one item is described. The system includes a tag associated with the at least one item during a shipping journey. The tag detects shipping information, including temperature, humidity, shock, etc. The tag sends the shipping information to a master unit. The master unit also detects certain shipping information. The master unit communicates with a central processor to provide the shipping information to the central processor. The central processor relies on the shipping information to determine one of a condition or a location of the item. | 05-26-2011 |
Randy Allen Kraft, Niagara Falls, NY US
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20100076902 | CARGO TRACKING APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system for tracking a location of at least one item is described. The system includes a tag associated with the at least one item during a shipping journey. The tag detects shipping information, including temperature, humidity, shock, etc. The tag sends the shipping information to a master unit. The master unit also detects certain shipping information. The master unit communicates with a central processor to provide the shipping information to the central processor. The central processor relies on the shipping information to determine one of a condition or a location of the item. | 03-25-2010 |
Raymond Kraft, Seattle, WA US
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20100073019 | APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING PLANARITY MEASUREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO A PROBE CARD ANALYSIS SYSTEM - A system and method of mitigating the effects of component deflections in a probe card analyzer system may implement three-dimensional comparative optical metrology techniques to model deflection characteristics. An exemplary system and method combine non-bussed electrical planarity measurements with fast optical planarity measurements to produce “effectively loaded” planarity measurements. | 03-25-2010 |
20120150475 | APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING PLANARITY MEASUREMENTS WITH RESPECT TO A PROBE CARD ANALYSIS SYSTEM - A system and method of mitigating the effects of component deflections in a probe card analyzer system may implement three-dimensional comparative optical metrology techniques to model deflection characteristics. An exemplary system and method combine non-bussed electrical planarity measurements with fast optical planarity measurements to produce “effectively loaded” planarity measurements. | 06-14-2012 |
Raymond H. Kraft, Seattle, WA US
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20100321056 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MEASURING PROBE FLOAT - A system and method allow accurate calculation of probe float through optical free-hanging and electrical planarity measurement techniques. In accordance with an examplary embodiment, probe float may be determined by acquiring a free-hanging planarity measurement, obtaining a first electrical contact planarity measurement, and calculating probe float using results of the acquiring and the obtaining operations. | 12-23-2010 |
Regine Kraft, Johns Island, SC US
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20130316571 | TOOL-FREE CONNECTOR AND MOUNTING ARRANGEMENT - A connector includes a first portion having a shank defining an axis and a pair of flanges defining a receiving space therebetween, the pair of flanges extending from the shank substantially perpendicular to the axis. A second portion of the connector is movable relative to the first portion along the axis between a first position and a second position corresponding to a first configuration and a second configuration of the connector. The second portion includes at least one lobe that does not extend into the receiving space between the pair of flanges of the first portion when the connector is in the first configuration. The at least one lobe extends into the receiving space between the pair of flanges of the first portion when the connector is in the second configuration. The connector can be part of a mounting arrangement for mounting a component to a bracket. | 11-28-2013 |
Regine Kraft, Charleston, WV US
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20090139588 | TWO-STAGE VALVE FOR CONTROLLING FLUIDS - The present invention relates to a two-stage valve for controlling fluids, in particular a hydraulic fluid, The valve includes an actuating element, a pilot stage having a first valve seat and a first closing body, which is connected to the actuating element, and a main stage having a second valve seat and a second closing body. The second closing body is provided with a fastening region and a main region having a passage opening. The first valve seat is arranged at the passage opening. The second closing body is connected to the actuating element via the fastening region. The fastening region is designed elastically in such a way as to open the pilot stage by elastically deforming during actuation of the actuating element. | 06-04-2009 |
Reiner Kraft US
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20080262931 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRESENTING ADVERTISING CONTENT BASED ON PUBLISHER-SELECTED LABELS - Systems and methods allowing publishers to define relationships between their own content items (e.g., World Wide Web pages) and content items created or maintained by other publishers. Publishers insert referral labels into their content items to indicate a referral relationship between or among publishers. In one embodiment, advertisements to be displayed while the user is viewing a content item are selected based at least in part on matching a referral label included in the target content item to a referral label in the advertisement. The referral label can also be used to manage referral-based revenue sharing among publishers. | 10-23-2008 |
20120110009 | USER INTERFACES FOR SEARCH SYSTEMS USING IN-LINE CONTEXTUAL QUERIES - Systems and methods, including user interfaces, are provided for implementing searches using contextual information associated with a Web page (or other document) that a user is viewing when a query is entered. The page includes a contextual search interface that has an associated context vector representing content of the page. When the user submits a search query via the contextual search interface, the query and the context vector are both provided to the query processor and used in responding to the query. | 05-03-2012 |
Reuben H. Kraft, Aberdeen, MD US
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20120330178 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MULTIMODAL MOBILE SCREENING TO QUANTITATIVELY DETECT BRAIN FUNCTION IMPAIRMENT - A method and apparatus including a mobile device for administering and quantitatively determining a Risk Index that a user has suffered an impairment of brain function. | 12-27-2012 |
Robert Kraft, Tucson, AZ US
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20130210062 | In Vitro Cellular Bioassay for Neurotoxicity Testing - The present invention provides neurotoxicity and developmental neurotoxicity screening methods employing primary cultured neurons from | 08-15-2013 |
Robert Kraft, Plano, TX US
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20080283975 | FORMATION OF A SILICON OXIDE INTERFACE LAYER DURING SILICON CARBIDE ETCH STOP DEPOSITION TO PROMOTE BETTER DIELECTRIC STACK ADHESION - In accordance with the present teachings, semiconductor devices and methods of making semiconductor devices and dielectric stack in an integrated circuit are provided. The method of forming a dielectric stack in an integrated circuit can include providing a semiconductor structure including one or more copper interconnects and forming an etch stop layer over the semiconductor structure in a first processing chamber. The method can also include forming a thin silicon oxide layer over the etch stop layer in the first processing chamber and forming an ultra low-k dielectric layer over the thin silicon oxide layer in a second processing chamber, wherein forming the thin silicon oxide layer improves adhesion between the etch stop layer and the ultra low-k dielectric as compared to a dielectric stack that is devoid of the thin silicon oxide layer between the etch stop layer and the ultra low-k dielectric. | 11-20-2008 |
20090017588 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS THAT SELECTIVELY MODIFY LINER INDUCED STRESS - The present invention facilitates semiconductor fabrication by providing methods of fabrication that selectively apply strain to multiple regions of a semiconductor device. A semiconductor device having one or more regions is provided ( | 01-15-2009 |
20090194801 | FERROELECTRIC CAPACITOR MANUFACTURING PROCESS - A method of manufacturing a semiconductor device. The method comprises forming conductive and ferroelectric material layers on a semiconductor substrate. The material layers are patterned to form electrodes and a ferroelectric layer of a ferroelectric capacitor, wherein a conductive residue is generated on sidewalls of the ferroelectric capacitor as a by-product of the patterning. The method also comprises removing the conductive residue using a physical plasma etch clean-up process that includes maintaining a substrate temperature that is greater than about 60° C. | 08-06-2009 |
Robert J. Kraft, Tequesta, FL US
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20090139237 | Low residence combustor fuel nozzle - Embodiments for an apparatus and associated method for reducing the residence time in a gas turbine combustor are disclosed. The embodiments of the present invention comprise a fuel nozzle that extends to a downstream plane of an end cap for a combustion liner where the axial distance of the premixer is reduced, however the swirl for mixing the fuel and air, is increased. As a result, the mixing of the fuel and air is essentially unchanged, thereby allowing higher air pressures and operating temperatures within the premixer without inducing auto-ignition. | 06-04-2009 |
20090148298 | BLADE DISK SEAL - An apparatus and method are disclosed for reducing the operating stresses in a disk of a gas turbine engine while providing a seal plate to minimize leakage of a cooling fluid from the blades positioned in the disk. The seal plate is fastened to a tang of one or more of the blades. The seal plate configuration can be utilized with a newly manufactured disk and blades or with a modification to an existing disk and blades. The disk, blade, and seal plate configuration reduce operating stresses in the disk that are caused by mechanical loading on the disk by one or more rotating blades. | 06-11-2009 |
20130042601 | High Output Modular CAES (HOMC) - A compressed air energy storage system integrated with a source of secondary heat, such as a simple cycle gas turbine, to increase power production and to provide power regulation through the use of stored compressed air heated by said secondary heat to provide power augmentation. | 02-21-2013 |
20140208730 | High Output Modular CAES (HOMC) - A compressed air energy storage system integrated with a source of secondary heat, such as a simple cycle gas turbine, to increase power production and to provide power regulation through the use of stored compressed air heated by said secondary heat to provide power augmentation. | 07-31-2014 |
20140250902 | COMPRESSED AIR INJECTION SYSTEM METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GAS TURBINE ENGINES - This invention relates to electrical power systems, including generating capacity of a gas turbine, and more specifically to augmentation of power output of gas turbine systems, that is useful for providing additional electrical power during periods of peak electrical power demand. | 09-11-2014 |
20140263297 | Folding container - A foldable shipping container adjustable between an unfolded condition in which said container is suitable for use as a cargo container, and a folded condition for when said container is not being used to store or ship cargo. | 09-18-2014 |
20140352318 | GAS TURBINE EFFICIENCY AND REGULATION SPEED IMPROVEMENTS USING SUPPLEMENTARY AIR SYSTEM CONTINUOUS AND STORAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - The present invention discloses a novel apparatus and methods for augmenting the power of a gas turbine engine, improving gas turbine engine operation, and reducing the response time necessary to meet changing demands of a power plant. Improvements in power augmentation and engine operation include additional heated compressed air injection, steam injection, water recovery, exhaust tempering, fuel heating, and stored heated air injection. | 12-04-2014 |
20140366547 | GAS TURBINE EFFICIENCY AND REGULATION SPEED IMPROVEMENTS USING SUPPLEMENTARY AIR SYSTEM CONTINUOUS AND STORAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME - The present invention discloses a novel apparatus and methods for augmenting the power of a gas turbine engine, improving gas turbine engine operation, and reducing the response time necessary to meet changing demands of a power plant. Improvements in power augmentation and engine operation include additional heated compressed air injection, steam injection, water recovery, exhaust tempering, fuel heating, and stored heated air injection. | 12-18-2014 |
20140373551 | GAS TURBINE AIR INJECTION SYSTEM CONTROL AND METHOD OF OPERATION - The present invention discloses a novel apparatus and methods for controlling an air injection system for augmenting the power of a gas turbine engine, improving gas turbine engine operation, and reducing the response time necessary to meet changing demands of a power plant. Improvements in control of the air injection system include ways directed towards preheating the air injection system, including using an gas turbine components, such as an inlet bleed heat system to aid in the preheating process. | 12-25-2014 |
Roger E. Kraft, Fort Scott, KS US
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20090076863 | Designated user enabled retailing system - The present invention relates to a user enabled product and service fulfillment system in which a cell phone is used to enter prompts for products and services. The system of the present invention enables users to regularly receive products and or services that are routinely ordered without the necessity of having to re-enter such products or services each time a user connects with the system. The user may also supplement each order with available additional products or service offerings which are not routinely ordered by the user. | 03-19-2009 |
20090076905 | Combination retailing system providing customized prime printing services and consumer based product offerings - The present invention relates to a retailing system that provides a series of consumer products, customizable prime business communication products and a selection of ready to eat convenience food products. The retail system is provided at a fixed retail location such as a kiosk or permanent installation and may include a series of advertising panels displaying one or more products that is offered by the retail system. The retail system further includes one or more transaction points enabling a user to obtain the consumer goods, business communication products and ready to eat convenience foods. | 03-19-2009 |
20120016725 | Combination Retailing System For Consumer Based Products Or Precious Stones and Metals - A method for appraising at a retail location an item having one of a precious stone, a semi-precious stone, a precious metal, or a semi-precious metal includes the step of providing a variety of food products at the retail location. Then, by a transaction point computer at the retail location, the item to be appraised is received, along with the consumer's selection of a food product. The item's composition is determined using an evaluating device, and an exchange value is associated with the item using data obtained by the evaluating device and market data obtained over a network. The exchange value of the item is relayed to the consumer after the food product selected by the consumer has been delivered. | 01-19-2012 |
20120181784 | Business Card With Miniature Gift Cards And Method of Use - A business card is constructed with dimensions of 2 inches wide and 3 inches long. Miniature gift or promotional cards are detachably secured to the border or edges of the business card by tabs. The miniature gift or promotional cards may be separated from the business card by a customer or potential customer and submitted to the business identified on the card to receive a gift, discount, rebate, or cash at the time the customer purchases goods for services from the business identified on the card. Methods of making and using the business cards are also provided. | 07-19-2012 |
20130204681 | Combination Retailing System For Appraising Precious Stones And Metals And Dispensing Gift Cards, Coupons And The Like - A system for incentivizing purchases by consumers comprises a kiosk configured to appraise an item having one constituent selected from the group consisting of a precious stone, a semi-precious stone, a precious metal, and a semi-precious metal. A composition of the item is determined using an evaluating device. A cash value is associated with the item using data obtained by the evaluating device and market data obtained over a network, and an exchange value of the item is determined by subtracting a processing fee from the cash value. At least one of the cash value and the exchange value is relayed to the consumer on an output device. The consumer is asked to select via an input device between at least a first offer and a second offer in exchange for the item. | 08-08-2013 |
20130284805 | Kiosk For Providing Customized Transaction Cards To Customers - A system for incentivizing purchases by consumers comprises a kiosk configured to appraise an item. A composition of the item is determined using an evaluating device. A cash value is associated with the item using data obtained by the evaluating device and market data obtained over a network, and an exchange value of the item is determined by subtracting a processing fee from the cash value. At least one of the cash value and the exchange value is relayed to the consumer on an output device. The consumer is asked to select via an input device between at least a first offer and a second offer in exchange for the item. A kiosk or mall booth for buying and receiving credit transaction cards, debit transaction cards, gift transaction cards, or coupons is also disclosed. | 10-31-2013 |
20140195377 | Combination Retailing System For Appraising Precious Stones And Metals And Dispensing Gift Cards, Coupons And The Like - A computer implemented method for appraising and selling an item includes the step of using a kiosk to physically receive the item from a seller. The method comprises the step of appraising the item by determining a composition of the item using an evaluating device and associating an exchange value with the item using market data obtained over a network. A global positioning device determines a location of the kiosk. The method includes the step of using a legal database to ascertain a set of rules governing the sale of the item in the location. The set of rules comprise a holding requirement dictating that the item be retained for a fixed number of days before it is sold to a buyer. The method also includes the step of selling the item to the buyer at the kiosk in compliance with the set of rules. | 07-10-2014 |
20140195442 | Combination Retailing System For Appraising Precious Stones And Metals And Dispensing Gift Cards, Coupons And The Like - A system for appraising an item physically received from a seller includes a transaction point computer. The item has at least one constituent selected from the group consisting of a precious stone, a semi-precious stone, a precious metal, and a semi-precious metal. Appraising the item includes determining a composition of the item using an evaluating device and associating an exchange value with the item using the evaluating device and market data obtained over a network. The system includes a networking device and shipping carton dispenser configured to provide a shipping carton for shipping the item to a depository. The system further includes a shipping label dispenser for providing a fold-under label to be adhered to the shipping carton, and a slot for dispensing a transaction card to the seller. The shipping carton is shipped to the depository after the transaction card is loaded with the exchange value. | 07-10-2014 |
Ryan Kraft, Fort Scott, KS US
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20120013075 | Apparatus And Methods For Organizing And Playing A Game - Systems and methods of organizing and conducting games are set forth herein. One method of organizing and conducting a game comprises steps of arranging a plurality of contestants within a predefined adventurous area, and providing a plurality of items, each item having a distinct identifying characteristic. An ultralight with a programmable ejection system launches the plurality of items into the adventurous area through the air according to a predetermined routine. The contestants are allowed to search for and collect the items launched by the ultralight within the adventurous area before the game ends. Means are provided for correlating the identifying characteristic of each item to a prize, and each contestant is allowed to retain the prize correlating to the identifying characteristic of the item that was collected by the contestant. | 01-19-2012 |
20130090177 | Simplified Racetrack - A racing surface and configuration that requires only moving, tilling, or plowing of land and has a finish line that is different from the starting line. | 04-11-2013 |
20130090178 | Platform Game - One or more moving or stationery platforms raised above soft landing areas, such as water, foam pits, nets, or padded landing areas. Individuals or team members are assigned to the platforms. Opposing individuals or team members are also assigned the platforms to compete for possession of the platforms. The competitors wrestle one another for possession of each platform. A competitor who is caused to fall off of the platform is the loser; the competitor who maintains possession of the platform is the winner. In certain embodiments, the winner moves to other platforms to compete with winners of other platforms. | 04-11-2013 |
20130204681 | Combination Retailing System For Appraising Precious Stones And Metals And Dispensing Gift Cards, Coupons And The Like - A system for incentivizing purchases by consumers comprises a kiosk configured to appraise an item having one constituent selected from the group consisting of a precious stone, a semi-precious stone, a precious metal, and a semi-precious metal. A composition of the item is determined using an evaluating device. A cash value is associated with the item using data obtained by the evaluating device and market data obtained over a network, and an exchange value of the item is determined by subtracting a processing fee from the cash value. At least one of the cash value and the exchange value is relayed to the consumer on an output device. The consumer is asked to select via an input device between at least a first offer and a second offer in exchange for the item. | 08-08-2013 |
20130269561 | Fettered Buckshot Pellets And Method Of Making Same - Several shot shell pellets are connected by a tether strung through a hole or pinched in center of each pellet. Several shot pellets are connected in this manner with only the pellets at the end of the tether being fixed to the tether. The tether may be string, twine, thread, or elastic material, or may be connected through various other means. Differently shaped and sized shot pellets may also be used, and different numbers of shot pellets may also be tethered in this fashion. | 10-17-2013 |
20130284805 | Kiosk For Providing Customized Transaction Cards To Customers - A system for incentivizing purchases by consumers comprises a kiosk configured to appraise an item. A composition of the item is determined using an evaluating device. A cash value is associated with the item using data obtained by the evaluating device and market data obtained over a network, and an exchange value of the item is determined by subtracting a processing fee from the cash value. At least one of the cash value and the exchange value is relayed to the consumer on an output device. The consumer is asked to select via an input device between at least a first offer and a second offer in exchange for the item. A kiosk or mall booth for buying and receiving credit transaction cards, debit transaction cards, gift transaction cards, or coupons is also disclosed. | 10-31-2013 |
20140230302 | Single Release Speed Loader - A single release speed loader for firearms includes a light weight, elongated cylindrical body with a closure device at the bottom. Firearm cartridges are stacked inside the body and are prevented from sliding out of the elongated body by a closure at an end thereof. When the closure is removed, the elongated body is moved over the chambers of the cylinder of a firearm, and the cartridges slide out of the elongated body and into the chambers one at a time. | 08-21-2014 |
20140290538 | Methof of Providing Storage And Services For Valuables - A facility and services are provided for the storage of firearms and other valuables. The facility includes a secure, theft proof and fire proof structure for the storage of firearms, gold, and other variables in containers. The facility also provides services for the valuables, including cleaning, polishing, repairs, and maintenance. Insurance, research, sale, trading, and information services may also be provided by the facility. | 10-02-2014 |
20140311373 | Special Purpose Slugs For Use In Ammunition - A slug for a firearm cartridge made of plastic. Alternative embodiments have a flat leading end or a stair-stepped leading end. Additional embodiments have a metal insert. The length and diameter of the slugs vary depending on the caliber of the firearm. A preferred embodiment is made from acetal resin (polyoxymethylene). | 10-23-2014 |
20150090147 | Customizable Projectile Designed for Separation - A projectile for a firearm and a method of making the projectile. The projectile separates into fragments upon striking a target. The direction and paths of the fragment are determined by the dimensions and shape of the fragments. | 04-02-2015 |
Ryan Kraft, Frot Scott, KS US
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20110116926 | Self-Directing Vertical Axis Turbine For Harnessing Power - A self-directing vertical axis turbine includes a base, a primary hub rotatably coupled to the base for rotation about a first axis, primary support arms extending from the primary hub, a positioning arm rotatably coupled to the base for free rotation about the first axis, a secondary hub rotatably coupled to the positioning arm for rotation about a second axis that is spaced apart from and generally parallel to the first axis, secondary arms extending outwardly from the second hub, and capturing elements. Each capturing element is rotatably coupled to respective primary and secondary arms. The positioning arm and the primary hub are independently attached to the base to allow rotation about the base at different times and speeds. The positioning arm rotates based upon forces imparted by a fluid upon the capturing elements and transferred to the positioning arm by the secondary arms and the secondary hub. | 05-19-2011 |
Sarah Kraft, Atlanta, GA US
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20090090378 | HEAD BAND WITH SECURING DEVICE - A head band includes an elongate body and a securing device. The body is configured to be placed on and generally conform to the contour of a user's head. The securing device extends between attachment portions of the body so that the securing device and the body cooperatively define a continuous loop. The securing device has flexible teeth that engage the user's hair to comfortably secure the head band to the user's head. In one embodiment, the securing device extends between opposite end portions of the elongate body, in another the elongate body has tail portions that wrap over and conceal the securing device, and in still another an elastic strap is routed through the teeth. | 04-09-2009 |
20100017942 | Headwear with Interwoven Gripping Fibers - The present disclosure is generally directed to headwear and, more particularly, to headwear, including hats, visors, head wraps, head ties, bandanas and the like, that include interwoven gripping fibers, such as rubber threads or other materials having increased gripping or frictional forces beyond that of the materials from which the headwear are typically fabricated, integrated into the headwear and positioned to engage the skin and/or hair of the wearer to improve the retention of the headwear when worn during physical activities. | 01-28-2010 |
20100180911 | ELASTIC BAND - An elastic band includes an elongate elastic core, a sheath, and an elongate friction member. The elongate elastic core comprising a continuous loop and the sheath has an outer surface and surrounds the elongate elastic core. The elongate friction member is disposed in the sheath, such that at least a portion of the elongate friction member protrudes past the outer surface of the sheath. | 07-22-2010 |
Stefan Kraft, Brookline, MA US
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20080199457 | Anti-CD63 antibodies and methods of use thereof - CD63 inhibition of IgE-mediated degranulation in mast cells and in vivo inhibition of allergic processes are described. The invention is drawn to methods of treating allergic conditions and anaphylaxis in a mammal comprising administering an effective amount of an agent that inhibits a function of CD63. | 08-21-2008 |
Steven J. Kraft, Abilene, KS US
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20120180814 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR REMOVING FINE PARTICLES FROM PARTS - A parts cleaning device has at least one rotor assembly with an axis of rotation, and a plurality of microfiber cloths arranged at spaced locations along a length of each rotor assembly. The microfiber cloths each have an opening through a center portion thereof, and a shaft of the rotor assembly extends through the opening. A plurality of spacers are arranged so that each microfiber cloth is squeezed between two spacers. The rotor assembly is rotated together with the microfiber cloths so that centrifugal forces cause the microfiber cloths to extend radially outwardly from the rotor assembly and wipe surfaces of parts that pass within a path of movement of the microfiber cloths. A vacuum chamber has an inlet positioned in the path of movement of the cloths for removing fine particles from the cloths as the cloths rotate past the inlet. | 07-19-2012 |
Susan L. Kraft, Fort Collins, CO US
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20090060840 | Lanthanide Nanoparticle Conjugates and Uses Thereof - The present disclosure is directed generally to lanthanide nanoparticle conjugates, such as gadolinium nanoparticle conjugates, nanoparticle conjugates including polymers, conjugation to targeting agents and therapeutic agents, and their use in targeting, treating, and/or imaging disease states in a patient. | 03-05-2009 |
Tara Kraft, Seattle, WA US
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20080256484 | Techniques for aligning and positioning objects - Techniques for aligning and positioning objects are described. A computer system employing such techniques may comprise a display to present a graphical user interface including a pointer to select a movable object and a guide to align a selected object at a target position. The guide may comprise one or more pixels configured with a coefficient for modifying a standard object movement rate of the selected object. The selected object may be positioned at any pixel configured with the coefficient. The computer system may comprise an input device to receive an object selection and user movement to position the selected object at the target position on the graphical user interface and an alignment module to translate a user movement rate into a corresponding object movement rate according to the coefficient when an edge of the selected object intersects with any pixel configured with the coefficient. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 10-16-2008 |
20130080603 | Fault Tolerant External Application Server - A fault tolerant external application server. The external application server is a web based system that allows a user of a client computing device to work with a file over a network via a general client application communicating with a host. The host brokers the functionality and provides a platform for interacting with the external application server. The external application server is implemented as a server farm. A fault tolerant farm system combines latent configuration replication between farm members, interchangeable farm members, and optional health monitoring to allow the external application server farm to provide on-the-fly configuration while maintaining full functionality without requiring a real time state management database. | 03-28-2013 |
Timothy Kraft, Pompton Plains, NJ US
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20100227973 | LOW VISCOSITY POLYAMIDES - A polyamide having a viscosity of between about 20 and about 40 FAV and a number average molecular weight of between about 9,000 and about 16,000 grams per mole is provided. The polyamide also includes un-terminated endgroups, where a difference between a concentration of carboxylic acid endgroups and a concentration of amine endgroups is about 5 meq/kg or less. | 09-09-2010 |
Timothy W. Kraft, Birmingham, AL US
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20100077647 | Aiming Systems - Provided herein are systems for aiming devices. For example, the aiming systems can be used to aim a firearm. The aiming systems can comprise a front sight portion having a cross-section with a truncated triangle shape when viewed by an operator aiming the device. The aiming systems can further comprise a rear sight portion including a notch having a truncated triangle shape with a base, a left side, a right side, and an opening that is narrower than the base. The front sight portion is alignable relative to the notch for aiming the device. | 04-01-2010 |
Troy D. Kraft, Bismarck, ND US
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20080250259 | Power Machine or Vehicle with Power Management - Power management control for a power machine or vehicle is disclosed. In illustrated embodiments, a user interface of the power machine or vehicle includes a power management selection for activating and deactivating power management control. In illustrated embodiments, power management control is implemented through a power management control component based upon feedback from an RPM sensor. As disclosed in illustrative embodiments, the power management control component utilizes control methods and characteristics stored in system memory to determine control input to adjust hydrostatic parameters for power management. | 10-09-2008 |
20120207576 | PALLET FORK IMPLEMENT FOR WORK MACHINE - A pallet fork implement is configured to be mounted on a blade of a power machine. The pallet fork implement includes an engagement portion for engaging the blade of the power machine, and a tine portion for performing a work function. The tine portion is configured to extend generally forward of the blade when the engagement portion is engaged with the blade. The engagement portion of the pallet fork implement is a unitary assembly. | 08-16-2012 |
Troy David Kraft, Bismarck, ND US
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20090078488 | AUXILIARY HYDRAULIC FLOW CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A SMALL LOADER - A vehicle having an auxiliary power system for supplying power to an implement is disclosed. The power system includes a power enablement device having an enablement component that allows or prevents supplying power to the implement, and an auxiliary actuator operably coupled to the power enablement device. The auxiliary actuator can be manipulated between a first, de-actuated position and a second, actuated position. An operator actuable continuous actuation device is moveable between engaged and disengaged positions, providing an actuation signal indicative of its position. A continuous enablement actuator is capable of engaging the enablement component when the enablement component is in the actuated position to discourage the enablement component from moving to the de-actuated position. The continuous enablement actuator engages the enablement component when the actuation signal indicates one of the engaged and disengaged positions and is disengaged from the enablement component when the actuation signal indicates the other position. | 03-26-2009 |
Wayne Kraft, Littleton, CO US
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20100258202 | SAFETY DRAIN APPARATUS - An anti entrapment fail safe drain having a drain cover for partially covering an influent opening; a pressurized supply line; and a nozzle assembly in communication with the pressurized supply line and mounted within a drain sump. The nozzle assembly is for directing a pressurized liquid in a pattern over a surface of the drain cover when the drain cover and the nozzle are immersed in the liquid such that a portion of the liquid above the pattern or objects suspended in standing liquid can not be pulled directly toward the drain cover through a drain inlet opening. The drain also has an effluent opening for connecting to the drain sump arranged such that the liquid flows into a pipe in a first direction. The pressurized supply line is arranged inside the pipe for returning the liquid to the nozzle assembly in a second direction opposite the first direction. | 10-14-2010 |
20120018360 | FLUID STRAINER ASSEMBLY - A fluid strainer device is disclosed. The device includes a housing which defines an open chamber, the chamber having both at least one fluid input port and at least one fluid outlet port. A plurality of spaced strainer baskets are disposed within the chamber. Each basket has a pair of spaced perforated side panels, a perforated rear panel, a perforated top panel and an open front portion in fluid communication with the chamber fluid input port. Finally, each strainer basket is aligned within the chamber for fluid flow from the chamber input port into the basket's open front portion and out through the perforations thereof to filter debris from the fluid while preventing substantial fluid pressure drop between the input and outlet ports substantially independent of debris buildup within the basket. | 01-26-2012 |
Wayne Kraft, Tyler, TX US
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20140202443 | Fuel/Air Furnace Mixer - A heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) furnace has a venturi premixer and a disturber disposed downstream relative to the premixer and in an undivided output of the venturi premixer. | 07-24-2014 |
Wayne Neal Kraft, Tyler, TX US
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20140014291 | Systems and Methods for Controlling an HVAC Motor - A heating, ventilation, and/or air conditioning (HVAC) system has a motor configured to selectively provide an airflow, an airflow control algorithm configured receive an input and to provide a desired control value associated with a desired actual operation value of the motor, wherein the desired actual operation value is provided as a function of the input, and a control translator configured to receive the desired control value and to provide a correlated control value to the motor, wherein the correlated control value is associated with causing the motor to operate at the desired control value. | 01-16-2014 |
20140299305 | Heat Exchanger with Differentiated Resistance Flowpaths - Systems and methods are disclosed which may include (1) providing a preselected and/or non-uniform airflow distribution output from a heat exchanger, (2) selectively directing air through a relatively lower resistance flowpath to manage an airflow characteristic and/or distribution downstream of the heat exchanger, (3) providing an HVAC system comprising a heat exchanger comprising a fin arrangement configured to cause relatively more air to contact a selected component that lies either upstream or downstream relative to the heat exchanger, and (4) receiving a relatively uniform airflow into a heat exchanger and outputting an airflow comprising a localized increased airflow rate. A heat exchanger comprising differentiated resistance flowpaths may selectively affect a direction and/or localized flow rate or distribution of an airflow exiting the heat exchanger. | 10-09-2014 |
William Kraft, Baltimore, MD US
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20110047723 | CLOSED-LOOP CONTROL SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING A DEVICE - A closed-loop hydraulic control system that may arrest the motion of attached devices in the event of loss of electrical or hydraulic power or in the event of an emergency. Gangways from a ship to a platform and ladders on fire trucks may have hydraulic control systems that allow for free motion in several different directions in order to keep stability in rough waters or shifting ground. If the gangway or ladder begins to fall due to loss of hydraulic power or a failure in the securing of one end, the closed-loop control system may detect these situations and actuate the closing of valves to limit or stop the falling motion of the gangway or ladder. Various control or damping algorithms may be employed to yield a desired and controlled arresting of motion so as to prevent injury and damage. | 03-03-2011 |