Uhl, US
Brecken H. Uhl, La Mesa, NM US
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20090220030 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MODULATING A SIGNAL AT AN ANTENNA - A Direct Spatial Antenna Modulation (DSAM) antenna structure makes use of the instantaneous electromagnetic field state of a radiating antenna structure to achieve direct modulation of a transmitted signal within the antenna. In contrast to existing amplitude and phase-only based digital modulation techniques, this innovative technique utilizes an inherent spatial modulation component, mapping data spatially to different locations in the antenna structure, where each location has different transmitting and receiving properties. This spatial component of the modulation can enable, for example, a unique increase in data transmission speed in a fixed spectral bandwidth with no increase in bit error rate over current phase and amplitude only modulation techniques. Additionally, the DSAM antenna structure affords important benefits in reduced hardware complexity, reduced supply current consumption, and relaxed amplifier linearity requirements. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this Abstract. | 09-03-2009 |
20100207819 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ELECTRONICALLY STEERING AN ANTENNA - A system and method for electronically steering an antenna. An array is assembled from direct spatial antenna modulation (DSAM) antenna elements each of which makes use of the spatial characteristics of a radiating antenna structure to directly alter a signal transmitted or received by the radiating structure. A data stream maps a carrier to spatial points directly to In-Phase and Quadrature components (IQ) of the output. The DSAM antennas elements control I and Q directly. The assembled array provides beam forming phase shifts with amplitude only control as well as providing joint modulation and beam forming. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this Abstract. | 08-19-2010 |
20100208771 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SPREADING AND DE-SPREADING A SIGNAL AT AN ANTENNA - A system and method for spreading and de-spreading a signal at an antenna. A Direct Spatial Antenna Modulation (DSAM) system makes use of the spatial characteristics of a radiating antenna structure to directly alter a signal transmitted or received by the radiating structure. When used for transmitting data, a data stream maps a carrier to different spatial points of excitation in the antenna structure, where each chosen configuration has different radiating characteristics including phase, amplitude, and polarization, which can be used represent data symbols. A code spreading sequence is applied to switch the output of the DSAM antenna to spatial points in the antenna to spread an input signal. The code spreading sequence is applied to a receive antenna to de-spread a previously spread signal. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this Abstract. | 08-19-2010 |
20100208844 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ARBITRARY PHASE AND AMPLITUDE MODULATION IN AN ANTENNA - A system and method for arbitrarily switching phase and amplitude at an antenna. A Direct Spatial Antenna Modulation (DSAM) system makes use of the spatial characteristics of a radiating antenna structure to directly alter a signal transmitted or received by the radiating structure. A data stream maps a carrier to different spatial points of excitation in the antenna structure, where each chosen configuration has different radiating characteristics including phase, amplitude, and polarization, which can be used represent data symbols. The spatial points of a radiating structure may be mapped directly to In-Phase and Quadrature components of the output using two spatial feedpoints and amplitude control to the feedpoints. This abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this Abstract. | 08-19-2010 |
20130165066 | UNIDIRECTIONAL SAMPLING MIXER - A unidirectional sampling mixer utilizes a stepped phase modulation to shift the frequency of an RF input signal supplied to an RF input switch. An ordered set of phase shift values to be applied to the RF input signal and a set of times each element of which corresponds to a time at which a phase shift value is be applied to the RF signal are determined. For each phase shift value, a controller controls the RF input switch to select an input of a phase shifting device and controls an RF output switch to select an output of the phasing shifting device. The input and the output of the phase shifting device are selected to apply the phase shift value at its corresponding time to the RF input signal. A frequency shifted signal is supplied to an RF output port from an output of the RF output switch. | 06-27-2013 |
20140242924 | ADAPTIVE MODE OPTIMIZER AND MODE SHIFTER - A mode shifter connects via an input port to an antenna port of a transceiver. A port signal analyzer monitors the signal at the input port and informs a signal switch whether the signal power exceeds a threshold value. When the signal power does not exceed the threshold value, the signal switch connects the input port (and consequently the antenna port of the transceiver) to a receive path comprising a receive signal processor, an antenna selection processor, and an antenna port. When the signal exceeds the threshold value, the signal switch connects the input port (and consequently the antenna port of the transceiver) to a transmit path comprising a transmit signal processor, the antenna selection processor, and an antenna port. | 08-28-2014 |
20140302806 | UNIDIRECTIONAL SAMPLING MIXER - A unidirectional sampling mixer utilizes a stepped phase modulation to shift the frequency of an input signal. An RF input signal is supplied to an RF input switch from an RF input port. An ordered set of phase shift values to be applied to the RF input signal and a set of times each element of which correspond to a time at which a phase shift value is be applied to the RF signal are determined. For each phase shift value within the ordered set of phase shift values, a controller controls the RF input switch to select an input of a phase shifting device and controls an RF output switch to select an output of the phasing shifting device. The input of the phase shifting device and the output of the phase shifting device are selected to apply the phase shift value at its corresponding time to the RF input signal. A frequency shifted signal is supplied to an RF output port from an output of the RF output switch. This Abstract is not to be considered limiting, since other embodiments may deviate from the features described in this Abstract. | 10-09-2014 |
Brecken H. Uhl, Las Cruces, NM US
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20140125508 | LARGE AREA GROUND MONITORING - A municipal infrastructure maintenance system uses a ground vehicle to move an antenna array in back-and-forth sweeps over large areas or distances. The antenna array comprises dozens of compartmentalized radio dipole antennas arranged laterally, shoulder-to-shoulder across the width of each sweep. An antenna switch matrix is connected between the antenna array and a ground-penetrating-radar (GPR) set and provides electronic aperture switching and selection, and the ability to laterally register one sweep to the next. The antenna array is extended out in front of the ground vehicle on a pivotable boom, and the cantilevered weight is a primary concern. The antenna array is constructed with aluminum-on-aluminum honeycomb panels slotted and folded around dozens of resistive-card compartment separators. Printed circuit boards with matching baluns are also slotted to receive tabs on the resistive cards, and their dipole elements are resistive loaded to quench crosstalk and near field effects. | 05-08-2014 |
20140368196 | PRACTICAL ELECTROMAGNETIC GRADIOMETER - An electromagnetic gradiometer (EMG) survey kit includes a lightweight man-carry boom about ten feet long. Matched magnetic dipole antennas are attached at each end and connected to a differential EMG receiver able to make measurements in the picoTelsa range. A pair of staging tripods allow the man-carry boom to be prepared for field use and assist the user in positioning themselves under a shoulder sling. An air core transmitter loop antenna and a low frequency square wave generator are spotted nearby a survey on the ground surface. Its emissions will illuminate any underground conductive structures with primary electric field waves. These in turn will reradiate near field magnetic waves that can be detected by the EMG receiver while walking around in a search area on the ground surface. GPS navigation receivers are used to locate and log the changing positions of the EMG receiver and stationary loop transmitter. | 12-18-2014 |
Butch Uhl, Lasalle, MI US
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20110017616 | PACKAGING INSERT - An insert for a crate end cap is disclosed. The insert includes a substrate having a main body portion and a foldable tab extending from an edge of the main body portion. A plurality of support members is coupled to a surface of the substrate, at least one support member being coupled to the main body portion and at least one other support member being coupled to the foldable tab. The insert is removably received within a cavity of the crate end cap and maintained therein by a frictional engagement between the insert and the walls of the crate end cap forming the cavity thereof. The insert provides cushioning for objects placed in the cavity of the crate end cap. | 01-27-2011 |
Christopher Joseph Uhl, Cincinnati, OH US
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20110125423 | THERMAL INSPECTION SYSTEMS - A thermal inspection system includes a fluid source configured to supply a warm flow and a cool flow, indirectly or directly, to internal passage(s) of a component. The system includes an imager configured to capture a time series of images corresponding to a transient thermal response of the component to the warm and cool flows. The system further includes at least one flow meter configured to measure the warm and cool flows supplied to the component and a processor operably connected to the imager. The processor determines the transient thermal response of the component around a transition time. The flow supplied to the component switches from the warm flow to the cool flow at the transition time. The processor compares the transient thermal response around the transition time with one or more baseline values or with an acceptable range of values to determine if the component meets a desired specification. | 05-26-2011 |
Christopher L. Uhl, Delmar, NY US
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20140118506 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SYNTHESIZING STEREOSCOPIC IMAGES - Systems and methods are provided for synthesizing stereoscopic [that is, “3-D”] images from 2-D images, for example, 2-D video or 2-D still images. The method includes capturing a series of images exhibiting at least some relative movement to provide a first series of images; generating a second series of temporally modified images from the first series of images by varying the relative timing of at least some of the images of the first series of images; and displaying the first series of images with at least some of the second series of temporally modified images to produce a series of stereoscopic images. The stereoscopic images may then be viewed with appropriate stereoscopic devices, for example, 3-D glasses. Methods and systems for capturing the images whereby the stereoscopic appearance of the images is enhanced are also disclosed. | 05-01-2014 |
Douglas Uhl, Harwinton, CT US
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20120212570 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR COLLABORATION - Improved methods and apparatus for sharing and collaborating around a video source by maintaining and providing to users a list of a plurality of contacts containing both video source device contacts and interactive message source contacts. This allows for collaboration among users by permitting them to communicate with each other around an automatically-shared video source, to interact with automatically shared video sources, and to make decisions based on these shared video sources. | 08-23-2012 |
Edward A. Uhl, Seattle, WA US
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20110121105 | MULTI-POSITIONAL HANDHELD FLUID POWERED SPRAY DEVICE WITH DETACHEABLE ACCESSORIES - A handheld fluid powered spray device that is capable of receiving detachable accessories, that provides a power output source available to power detachable accessories, that has a compact arrangement, can be used in multiple positions during operation or non-operation and that evacuates the powering fluid efficiently to maximize and sustain output power of the device. | 05-26-2011 |
Eugene R. Uhl, Massillon, OH US
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20120059105 | Weatherable and Flame-Resistant Thermoplastic Vulcanizates and Methods for Making Them - A weatherable, flame-resistant thermoplastic vulcanizate composition comprising a thermoplastic matrix; and dispersed within said matrix, an at least partially cured rubber, a flame retardant, and carbon black. | 03-08-2012 |
Eugene Ronald Uhl, Massillon, OH US
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20090043048 | Peroxide-Cured Thermoplastic Vulcanizates Prepared With Ultrahigh Molecular Weight Plastics - A thermoplastic vulcanizate comprising a dynamically cured rubber, where the rubber is peroxide cured, and a thermoplastic phase, where at least 10% by weight of the thermoplastic phase includes an ultrahigh molecular weight plastic, where the ultrahigh molecular weight plastic is characterized by a M | 02-12-2009 |
20130220516 | Underwater Pelletizing Method For Low Viscosity Hydrocarbon Resins - An underwater pelletizing method for pelletizing brittle hydrocarbon resins with low melt viscosity. A feed material comprising the hydrocarbon resin is formed into a melt, extruded through a die into a water bath below the Tg of the hydrocarbon resin to form a plurality of extrudates and cut adjacent the die surface to form a slurry of resin pellets. A graft monomer and/or other reactants, such as a hydrosilylation agent, may be introduced into the resin melt to chemically modify the hydrocarbon resin. | 08-29-2013 |
20140144573 | Silane-Functionalized Hydrocarbon Polymer Modifiers For Elastomeric Compositions - An elastomeric composition and method incorporating a hydrocarbon polymer modifier with improved permanence. The composition comprises elastomer, filler and silane-functionalized hydrocarbon polymer modifier (Si-HPM) adapted to couple the Si-HPM to the elastomer, filler or both, wherein the Si-HPM comprises an interpolymer of monomers chosen from piperylenes, cyclic pentadienes, aromatics, limonenes, pinenes, amylenes, and combinations thereof. The method comprises melt processing a mixture to form the elastomeric composition in the shape of an article, wherein the mixture comprises elastomer, Si-HPM, silica, bifunctional organosilane crosslinking agent; and curing the elastomeric composition to form the article. Also disclosed are a silylated hydrocarbon polymer modifier coupled with a bifunctional organosilane crosslinking agent, and a silica-coupled hydrocarbon polymer modifier coupled to the silica via the bifunctional organosilane crosslinking agent. | 05-29-2014 |
Fawn M. Uhl, New Albany, OH US
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20130219804 | ENERGY EFFICIENT SCUTTLE COVER KITS - An insulated scuttle cover configured for placement within a building scuttle opening is provided. The insulated scuttle cover includes a scuttle panel configured to cover the building scuttle opening. The scuttle panel is further configured to be supported when positioned within the building scuttle opening. An insulated pouch assembly is positioned adjacent to the scuttle panel. The insulated pouch assembly includes insulation material sealed within a flexible pouch. The insulated pouch assembly is positioned on an attic side of the scuttle panel. The insulated scuttle cover is configured to prevent or substantially retard the flow of air passing through the building scuttle opening. | 08-29-2013 |
Fawn M. Uhl, Gahanna, OH US
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20110011757 | ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENT KITS - Energy efficiency improvement kits configured for energy efficiency improvement projects for a building fixture are provided. The kits include substantially all of the materials for completing the energy efficiency improvement projects, substantially all of the tools for completing the energy efficiency improvement projects and instructions for completing the energy efficiency improvement projects. | 01-20-2011 |
20110265392 | ENERGY EFFICIENT SCUTTLE COVER KITS - Insulated scuttle covers configured for placement within a building scuttle opening are provided. The insulated scuttle cover includes a scuttle panel configured to cover the building scuttle opening and further configured to be supported when positioned within the building scuttle opening. An insulative assembly is attached to the scuttle panel. The insulative assembly includes insulation material encapsulated by a jacket. The insulated scuttle cover is configured to prevent or substantially retard the flow of air passing through the building scuttle opening. | 11-03-2011 |
Gary Uhl, Fair Haven, NJ US
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20090249542 | Overflow drain - An overflow drain cover assembly includes a weir that enables a fluid level in a container to rise above the bottom of an overflow drain in the container. The weir covers all or a portion of the overflow drain and has a cavity portion between the weir and the overflow drain. The cavity portion is open at the top of the weir so when the fluid level in the container rises above the top of the weir, fluid can flow over the top of the weir and enter cavity portion and thence into the overflow drain. | 10-08-2009 |
Geoff Uhl, Littleton, CO US
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20100105578 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING MULTIPLE PHYSIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF CELLS - A method of analyzing cells disposed in media within a vessel includes the steps of providing a vessel having an original volume of media about the cells, reducing the original volume of media about at least a portion of the cells to define a reduced volume of media, and analyzing a constituent related to the cells within the reduced volume of media. An apparatus for analyzing cells includes a stage adapted to receive a vessel holding cells and a volume of media, a plunger adapted to receive a barrier to create a reduced volume of media within the vessel including at least a portion of the cells, the barrier adapted for insertion into the vessel by relative movement of the stage and the plunger, and a sensor in sensing communication with the reduced volume of media, wherein the sensor is configured to analyze a constituent disposed within the reduced volume. | 04-29-2010 |
20100227385 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING MULTIPLE PHYSIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF CELLS - A method of analyzing cells disposed in media within a vessel includes the steps of providing a vessel having an original volume of media about the cells, reducing the original volume of media about at least a portion of the cells to define a reduced volume of media, and analyzing a constituent related to the cells within the reduced volume of media. An apparatus for analyzing cells includes a stage adapted to receive a vessel holding cells and a volume of media, a plunger adapted to receive a barrier to create a reduced volume of media within the vessel including at least a portion of the cells, the barrier adapted for insertion into the vessel by relative movement of the stage and the plunger, and a sensor in sensing communication with the reduced volume of media, wherein the sensor is configured to analyze a constituent disposed within the reduced volume. | 09-09-2010 |
20140248650 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR MEASURING MULTIPLE PHYSIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES OF CELLS - A method of analyzing cells disposed in media within a vessel includes the steps of providing a vessel having an original volume of media about the cells, reducing the original volume of media about at least a portion of the cells to define a reduced volume of media, and analyzing a constituent related to the cells within the reduced volume of media. An apparatus for analyzing cells includes a stage adapted to receive a vessel holding cells and a volume of media, a plunger adapted to receive a barrier to create a reduced volume of media within the vessel including at least a portion of the cells, the barrier adapted for insertion into the vessel by relative movement of the stage and the plunger, and a sensor in sensing communication with the reduced volume of media, wherein the sensor is configured to analyze a constituent disposed within the reduced volume. | 09-04-2014 |
Geoffrey Uhl, Littleton, CO US
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20140234183 | System for Blood Separation with a Separation Chamber Having an Internal Gravity Valve - A disposable blood separation set and a centrifugal blood processing system comprising a blood processing chamber adapted to be mounted on a rotor of a centrifuge; a frustro-conical cell separation chamber in fluid communication with the processing chamber, the cell separation chamber having an inlet, an outlet and a gravity valve inside the cell separation chamber. The valve is responsive to the gravitational field created by the speed of the rotor. When the rotor spins at high speed, the gravity valve may open the outlet at a location proximal to an axis of rotation of the rotor. When the rotor spins at a lower speed, the gravity valve may open the outlet at a location distal from the axis. | 08-21-2014 |
Geoffrey M. Uhl, Littleton, CO US
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20140234829 | Separating Composite Liquids - Described are embodiments that include methods and devices for separating composite liquids into components. Embodiments involve the use of a flexible membrane for separating a composite liquid into components. The composite liquid may include, in embodiments, a cellular containing liquid, such as whole blood or components of whole blood. In one specific embodiment, the composite liquid is a buffy coat. | 08-21-2014 |
George R. Uhl, Towson, MD US
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20110294680 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR PREDICTING SUCCESS IN ADDICTIVE SUBSTANCE CESSATION AND FOR PREDICTING A RISK OF ADDICTION - The present invention relates to genetic polymorphisms that are associated with dependence on an addictive substance. In particular, the present invention relates to a method for predicting success in addictive substance cessation in a subject, such as predicting success in nicotine cessation. In some embodiments, nicotine cessation is accompanied by a nicotine replacement source and/or an antidepressant. The invention further provides a method for identifying a subject who has an increased risk of becoming dependent on an addictive substance. In some embodiments, the addictive substance is nicotine. Also provided are isolated nucleic acid molecules containing the polymorphisms and reagents for detecting the polymorphic nucleic acid molecules. | 12-01-2011 |
James E. Uhl, Albuquerque, NM US
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20110141846 | MICROSEISMIC FRACTURE MAPPING USING SEISMIC SOURCE TIMING MEASUREMENTS FOR VELOCITY CALIBRATION - A system and method for micro seismic fracture mapping using seismic source timing measurements for velocity calibration ( | 06-16-2011 |
James R. Uhl, Rochester, MN US
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20080220428 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING METHICILLIN-RESISTANT S. AUREUS - The present invention relates to methods of detecting the presence or absence of methicillin-resistant | 09-11-2008 |
20090111111 | Detection of Group B Streptococcus - The invention provides methods to detect group B | 04-30-2009 |
20090171245 | SWAB EXTRACTION DEVICE AND METHODS OF USING - This disclosure describes a swab extraction device that can be used to collect a medical specimen, transport the specimen to a laboratory, and process and analyze the specimen. | 07-02-2009 |
20100291582 | Detection of Group B Streptococcus - The invention provides methods to detect group B | 11-18-2010 |
Jason Uhl, Carlsbad, CA US
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20090299839 | First in Home Marketing Method - Time is of the essence when advertising to new homeowners. The present invention is an advertising technique that enables advertisers to reach new homeowners at the time of closing of the new homeowner's home purchase. Hence, advertisers advertising via the present invention are able to reach potential customers at least several days, even weeks, if not months, before other advertisers using conventional approaches. | 12-03-2009 |
Jim Uhl, Rochester, MN US
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20100184018 | Detection of Herpes Simplex Virus - The invention provides methods to detect herpes simplex virus (HSV) in biological samples and further to distinguish between HSV-1 and HSV-2. Primers and probes for the differential detection of HSV-1 and HSV-2 are provided by the invention. Articles of manufacture containing such primers and probes for detecting HSV are further provided by the invention. | 07-22-2010 |
Joe Uhl, Mableton, GA US
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20140372363 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PREDICTING A PROPOSED ELECTRONIC MESSAGE AS SPAM BASED ON A PREDICTED HARD BOUNCE RATE FOR A LIST OF EMAIL ADDRESSES - Methods and systems for predicting a proposed electronic mail (email) for an email campaign to be sent to a list of email addresses received from a sender is spam. A hard bounce rate is predicted for the list of email addresses based on hard bounce rates calculated for respective email addresses on the list. If predicted hard bounce rate exceeds a threshold, the proposed email is deemed spam and sender may be informed. If predicted hard bounce rate falls within range of the threshold, proposed email may be sent to less than all the email addresses on list. If an acceptable number of the sent emails are received, the email may be sent to remaining email addresses on list. Prior to sending proposed email, the list of email addresses may be compared to purchased lists of email addresses. If there is a match, the proposed email may be deemed spam. | 12-18-2014 |
John Uhl, Tampa, FL US
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20100175339 | THERMALLY EFFICIENT WINDOW ASSEMBLY - A window assembly according to various embodiments includes a frame, a sash, an insulating unit (e.g., one or more glass panels), a glass stop, an elongated frame insulating element slidably disposed on an inner surface of the frame, an elongated sash insulating element slidably disposed on an outer surface of the sash, and an elongated inner sash insulating element slidably disposed on an inner surface of the sash. The elongated frame insulating element, the elongated sash insulating element, and the elongated inner sash insulating element each define a plurality of chambers that extend substantially parallel to a longitudinal axis of each element. These chambers reduce the size of the space between the frame and sash and the size of the space between the sash, the insulating unit, and the glass stop, which results in smaller convection currents within these spaces and a more thermally efficient window assembly. | 07-15-2010 |
John E. Uhl, Madison, IN US
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20110198156 | INGROUND SUPERSTRUCTURE AND INTEGRATED THIRD STAGE ARM FOR VEHICLE LIFT - A vehicle lift includes a carrier and a pair of arms. The arms comprise a pair of segments and an adapter pilot slidably disposed in one of the arm segments. The arm segments are slidable relative to each other and define slots to accommodate sliding of the adapter, providing various positions for the adapter along the length collectively defined by the arm segments. The adapter pilot is configured to receive an adapter to engage a vehicle. The arms are pivotable relative to the carrier and present a low profile to provide clearance for low vehicles. The carrier comprises a low profile superstructure. The superstructure includes a pair of substantially horizontal plates with substantially vertical web members extending between the substantially horizontal plates. The superstructure further includes a yoke portion pivotally coupled with the arms. | 08-18-2011 |
20120325587 | Vehicle Lift With Front Platforms And Rear Carrying Arms - A vehicle lift that includes a pair of front platforms and a pair of rear carrying arms may be used to quickly and easily lift a vehicle. | 12-27-2012 |
20150136529 | INGROUND SUPERSTRUCTURE AND INTEGRATED THIRD STAGE ARM FOR VEHICLE LIFT - A vehicle lift includes a carrier and a pair of arms. The arms comprise a pair of segments and an adapter pilot slidably disposed in one of the arm segments. The arm segments are slidable relative to each other and define slots to accommodate sliding of the adapter, providing various positions for the adapter along the length collectively defined by the arm segments. The adapter pilot is configured to receive an adapter to engage a vehicle. The arms are pivotable relative to the carrier and present a low profile to provide clearance for low vehicles. The carrier comprises a low profile superstructure. The superstructure includes a pair of substantially horizontal plates with substantially vertical web members extending between the substantially horizontal plates. The superstructure further includes a yoke portion pivotally coupled with the arms. | 05-21-2015 |
20150232308 | ADJUSTABLE OVERHEAD ASSEMBLY FOR VEHICLE LIFT - An apparatus for lifting a vehicle comprises at least two posts, at least two lifting assemblies, at least one actuator, and an overhead assembly. The at least two posts are configured to cooperatively raise a vehicle. Each lifting assembly is associated with a corresponding post. The at least two lifting assemblies are configured to move simultaneously to raise a vehicle. The at least one actuator is in communication with the at least two lifting assemblies. The overhead assembly is secured to each of the at least two posts such that the overhead assembly extends from one post to another post. The overhead assembly is selectively movable relative to the at least two posts between a first position and a second position. | 08-20-2015 |
Kevin M. Uhl, Snohomish, WA US
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20090025479 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR QUANTIFYING POROSITY IN A COMPONENT - A computer implemented method, or hardware filtration apparatus, and computer usable program code for measuring porosity in materials. An ultrasonic signal is emitted from a transmitting transducer in an ultrasonic measurement system into a material. A response signal is received at a receiving transducer in the ultrasonic measurement system from the material. The response signal is filtered to pass only frequencies in the response signal within a selected frequency range to form a filtered response signal. A porosity level of the material is identified using the filtered response signal. | 01-29-2009 |
20100198076 | Ultrasonic Aperture Scanning System and Method - An ultrasonic aperture scanning system includes a transducer insert having an insert plug, an ultrasonic transducer carried by the transducer insert and an indicator unit having at least one indicator interfacing with the ultrasonic transducer. | 08-05-2010 |
Michael Uhl, Chicago, IL US
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20100010841 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY DETERMINING TRAVEL PRODUCT PRICE REBATES - A computer-implemented system and method are provided for automatically determining rebate eligibility for purchased products. In one example, the purchased products may be travel-rebated products such as booked air travel itineraries. A database stores purchase information associated with purchased products purchased at corresponding purchase prices. A product administration system having a computer software-based product administration application interacts with the database and purchase information of a first purchased product is compared with purchase information of subsequently purchased products. The product administration application interacts with the database to determine if the first purchased a product matches a subsequently purchased product based on a set of matching criteria. The first purchased product may be eligible for a rebate if the product administration application determines that the subsequently purchased product was purchased at a lower purchase price than the purchase price for the first purchased product. | 01-14-2010 |
Michael C. Uhl, Holland, OH US
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20100096523 | Releasing mud flap hanger - A releasing hanger for mud flaps for trucks includes a rotatable release bar supported on a support plate and having flap lugs for supporting a mud flap. A tension spring encircling the release bar cooperates with retaining pins mounted on the releasing bar to yieldingly hold the release bar in a rotatable position at which the flap legs extend outwardly from the support plate. Under a modified embodiment, the retaining pins are releasably held by a bracket having resilient legs. | 04-22-2010 |
Michael Martin Uhl, Seattle, WA US
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20120081881 | Medicine cabinet doors - An apparatus includes a medicine cabinet door. The medicine cabinet door includes an outer glass layer; the outer glass layer has a front side and a back side and the medicine cabinet door includes an inner glass layer. The apparatus includes an electronic device; the electronic device is mounted on the back side of the outer glass layer. The medicine cabinet door is coupled to a frame; and at least one releasable coupler. The at least one releasable coupler couples the inner glass layer to the medicine cabinet door. A method for making a medicine cabinet door, includes attaching a mounting strip to the back side of an inner glass layer, the mounting strip has a raised edge. Attaching an electronic device to a back side of an outer glass layer, the outer glass layer has a reflective area. Fastening a frame to the back side of the outer glass layer, the frame has a slot; the slot is sized to receive the raised edge. Placing the raised edge into the slot and fastening the inner glass layer to the frame with a hinge to form the medicine cabinet door. | 04-05-2012 |
20140066048 | Apparatuses and methods for streaming audio and video - A wirelessly enabled content delivery apparatus includes a surface; a wireless data system and a data output interface. The surface has a front side and a back side. The wireless data system includes a wireless data module. The wireless data system is fixed to the back side of the surface. The wireless data module is configured to communicate with a user device and to receive a wireless stream of data from the user device. The data output interface is configured to receive data from the wireless data module, and the data is derived from the wireless stream of data. | 03-06-2014 |
20140307180 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR STREAMING AUDIO AND VIDEO - A wirelessly enabled content delivery apparatus includes a surface. The surface has a front side and a back side. An electronics board has a through hole. A conductive touch pad layer is placed between the back side of the surface and the electronics board. The electronics board further includes a conductive element. The conductive element passes through the through hole. A wireless data module is part of a wireless data system. The wireless data system is attached to the electronics board and the wireless data module is electrically connected to a first end of the conductive element. The electronics board is coupled to the back side of the surface and is aligned so that a second end of the conductive element is in electrical contact with the touch pad layer. The wireless data module is configured to receive a control input when a user touches the front side of the surface in the vicinity of the touch pad wherein the touch pad and the conductive element are part of the control circuit which controls the wireless data system. A method includes creating a touch pad from a conductive layer of material. A through hole of an electronics board is positioned to align with the touch pad. A spring pin is inserted into the through hole of the electronics board. The electronics board contains a wireless data module, and a first end of the spring pin is electrically connected to the wireless data module. The touch pad is located onto a back side of a surface. The electronics board is attached to the back side of the surface wherein a second end of the spring pin makes electrical contact with the touch pad such that when a user touches a front side of the surface a control signal is sent to the wireless data module. | 10-16-2014 |
20150036327 | MODULAR MIRROR CHASSIS APPARATUSES AND METHODS - An apparatus includes a first channel element; the first channel element has a first end and a second end and a length; and a first light element. The first light element has a length. A length of the first channel element is established using the length of the first light element. The first channel element further includes a coupleable area. The coupleable area permits the first channel element to be coupled to a second channel element, wherein the mirror chassis is formed thereby. A method to establish a set of channel element lengths for a mirror chassis includes selecting a set of light element lengths and then determining a channel element length from each light element length. The channel element length is selected to permit mounting a light element associated therewith. | 02-05-2015 |
Richard Uhl, Phoenix, AZ US
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20150310481 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGEMENT OF MARKETING CAMPAIGNS - A system and method for automatically assigning marketing allocations, including advertisements and coupons, for a business to marketing channels. An investment engine and recommendation engine uses input data to assign marketing allocations to marketing channels. Consumer activity is generated that produces corresponding output data. The investment engine calculates a return-on-investment (ROI) metric, and the recommendation engine generates a report related to the input and output data. The input data, marketing allocations or channels are adjusted to optimize the ROI metric and recommend marketing campaign strategies. The system also automatically determines which keywords the business should assign their marketing allocations to when a consumer utilizes similar keywords on a search engine. Targeted keywords are determined by applying budget weights to keywords related to the business and monitoring output data, such as a click through rate of the marketing allocations. Keywords with higher click through rates receive higher budget weights. | 10-29-2015 |
Richard G. Uhl, Mechanicsville, VA US
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20080216854 | Methods of making reconstituted tobacco sheets - A reconstituted tobacco sheet having a high content of aerosol former therein is manufactured by preparing an aqueous slurry containing a tobacco material which is formed into a sheet. The moisture content of the sheet can be reduced to less than about 50% by weight before incorporating an aerosol former such as glycerin, which can be at a temperature below about 40° C., followed by drying the sheet. The sheet can be trashed, blended with natural tobacco strips, and shredded into a cut filler of a smoking article. | 09-11-2008 |
Robert Benjamin Uhl, Seattle, WA US
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20150051999 | VENDOR INTERFACE FOR ITEM DELIVERY VIA 3D MANUFACTURING ON DEMAND - Methods and systems can be provided for providing items manufactured on demand to users. A user request for an item can be received. The item can have 3D manufacturing instructions associated therewith. A delivery method for the item can be determined. A manufacturing apparatus can be selected to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Instructions can be sent to the manufacturing apparatus to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Delivery instructions can be provided for delivering the item according to the delivery method. | 02-19-2015 |
20150052000 | CUSTOMIZATION AND OTHER FEATURES FOR ITEM DELIVERY VIA 3D MANUFACTURING ON DEMAND - Methods and systems can be provided for providing items manufactured on demand to users. A user request for an item can be received. The item can have 3D manufacturing instructions associated therewith. A delivery method for the item can be determined. A manufacturing apparatus can be selected to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Instructions can be sent to the manufacturing apparatus to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Delivery instructions can be provided for delivering the item according to the delivery method. | 02-19-2015 |
20150052023 | ITEM DELIVERY USING 3D MANUFACTURING ON DEMAND - Methods and systems can be provided for providing items manufactured on demand to users. A user request for an item can be received. The item can have 3D manufacturing instructions associated therewith. A delivery method for the item can be determined. A manufacturing apparatus can be selected to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Instructions can be sent to the manufacturing apparatus to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Delivery instructions can be provided for delivering the item according to the delivery method. | 02-19-2015 |
20150052024 | PROVIDING SERVICES RELATED TO ITEM DELIVERY VIA 3D MANUFACTURING ON DEMAND - Methods and systems can be provided for providing items manufactured on demand to users. A user request for an item can be received. The item can have 3D manufacturing instructions associated therewith. A delivery method for the item can be determined. A manufacturing apparatus can be selected to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Instructions can be sent to the manufacturing apparatus to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Delivery instructions can be provided for delivering the item according to the delivery method. | 02-19-2015 |
20150052025 | FULFILLMENT OF ORDERS FOR ITEMS USING 3D MANUFACTURING ON DEMAND - Methods and systems can be provided for providing items manufactured on demand to users. A user request for an item can be received. The item can have 3D manufacturing instructions associated therewith. A delivery method for the item can be determined. A manufacturing apparatus can be selected to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Instructions can be sent to the manufacturing apparatus to manufacture the item based on the 3D manufacturing instructions. Delivery instructions can be provided for delivering the item according to the delivery method. | 02-19-2015 |
Robert D. Uhl, Louisville, KY US
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20110219705 | BLEACHER SYSTEM - A bleacher system comprises: a support structure mounted on wheels; two or more tiers mounted on the support structure, each tier including multiple girders at spaced intervals that are operably connected to the support structure, each girder supporting a plurality of seat supports and a plurality of foot board supports, with seat planks then secured to the seat supports and foot planks secured to the foot board supports in each tier; and at least one actuator operably connected to and extending between the support structure and a selected tier, such that extension of a rod of the hydraulic actuator causes the selected tier to pivot from a transport position into a deployed position, while also causing a corresponding movement of the remaining tiers from the transport position into the deployed position. | 09-15-2011 |
Steven Blake Uhl, Los Gatos, CA US
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20120266250 | Selective Masking Of Identity-Indicating Information In Messages For An Online Community - A method and apparatus is described for protecting a user's identity by automatically replacing all identity-indicating information in messages with aliases. Users may input real name/alias pairs into a web form to be stored in a database. Any content that USER-A posts will appear unmodified to users to which USER-A has granted permission. When a user who has not been granted permission views USER-A's content, the user will see a modified version of the content. In this case, any and all instances of USER-A's stored real names in USER-A's content will be replaced with USER-A's corresponding aliases. | 10-18-2012 |
Thomas N. Uhl, Trenton, OH US
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20110000121 | Vision system - A visual aid comprising: (a) a frame having a fastener allowing selective coupling of the frame to a barrel of a firearm, the frame having a trigger end, a barrel end opposing the trigger end and first and second opposed lateral ends, the frame having coordinate system comprising, (i) a longitudinal axis running through the trigger and barrel ends of the frame, the longitudinal axis having a positive direction from an origin on the frame towards the barrel end and a negative direction from the origin on the frame towards the trigger end, (ii) a lateral axis running through the first and second opposed lateral ends and perpendicular to the longitudinal axis, the lateral axis having a positive direction from the origin on the frame towards the first lateral end and a negative direction from the origin on the frame towards the second lateral end, and (iii) a vertical axis perpendicular to the longitudinal and lateral axes, the vertical axis having a positive direction above the frame and a negative direction below the frame; (b) a first mirror mounted to the frame and facing in a direction having a negative longitudinal component and a positive lateral component and having an angle with respect to both the longitudinal and lateral axes; and (c) a second mirror mounted to the frame and facing in a direction having a negative longitudinal component and a negative lateral component, and having an angle with respect to both the longitudinal and lateral axes, where the first and second mirrors provide two substantially lateral lines of sight to a viewer positioned distal from the trigger end of the frame and parallel to the longitudinal axis. | 01-06-2011 |