Sowers, US
Anastasia Sowers, Purcellville, VA US
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20100168165 | METHOD OF TREATING DISEASE INVOLVING MYELIN AND/OR AXONAL LOSS - Disclosed is a method of treating a disease involving myelin and/or axonal loss, such as a demyelinating disease, in a mammal comprising administering a compound of formula I | 07-01-2010 |
Charles L. Sowers, Salisbury, NC US
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20090107166 | Ice bucket dispenser apparatus - A portable ice bucket apparatus for storing and dispensing ice includes: (a) an upper bucket portion including an insulated bucket with an opening at the top of the bucket and an ice body chute opening in a bottom wall of the bucket; (b) a motorless lower stand portion, the upper bucket portion being detachably attachable to the stand portion; (c) a dispensing mechanism including a movable gate flap within the bucket portion, a spring-loaded lever, and a gate shaft and a dispensing lever within the stand portion, the dispensing lever being coupled to the gate shaft, the gate shaft being coupled to the spring-loaded lever, the gate shaft being coupled with the gate flap; and (d) a water drainage and collection mechanism including a reservoir in the stand portion, and preferably a drain valve; wherein the movable gate flap in a closed position substantially covers the ice body chute opening. | 04-30-2009 |
Clint M. Sowers, Ashville, OH US
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20110259251 | WEAR-RESISTANT VALVE FOR TRANSPORTING PARTICULATE MATTER AND METHOD OF MAKING - The present disclosure provides a valve for controlling the flow of abrasive particles along a predetermined path from the outlet of a hopper to a conveying line in a particle collection or transportation system. The design of the valve reduces the occurrence of erosive wear resulting from contact with the flow of abrasive particles. A method of making the valve that enhances the hardness of localized areas in the valve that are subject to high wear conditions is also disclosed. | 10-27-2011 |
Edward E. Sowers, Plainfield, IN US
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20130172436 | POLYMERS CONTAINING HEAT LABILE COMPONENTS ADSORBED ON POLYMERIC CARRIERS AND METHODS FOR THEIR PREPARATION - Compositions containing polymers and one or more heat labile and/or incompatible components adsorbed on carrier materials are provided. The heat labile components include materials that are inactivated, that volatilize, decompose, or undergo a chemical reaction or transformation at the polymer's processing temperatures (heat labile biocides). Incompatible components are materials that generally react or form gels or precipitates upon mixing. The carrier materials generally include inorganic or organic porous materials capable of remaining solid during processing temperatures. Methods for preparing the polymer compositions are provided. | 07-04-2013 |
20140011906 | SURFACE TREATMENT INCLUDING A HEAT LABILE COMPONENT/CARRIER COMBINATION - Provided herein are surface treatments such as paints, coatings, stains, varnishes, sealants, films, inks, and the like, containing heat labile component/carrier combinations and methods for making the formulations suitable for treating surfaces. The surface treatments and/or the treated surfaces can be subjected to elevated temperatures at or above which the heat labile component alone decomposes, reacts, or volatilizes. Because the heat labile component adsorbed on the carrier survives the elevated temperature, the resulting treated surfaces exhibit properties derived from the heat labile component(s). Resulting treated surfaces can exhibit properties derived from one or a combination of heat labile components including, but not limited to bacteriocides, fungicides, algaecides, viruscides, insecticides, antibiotics, enzymes, repellents (animal and insect), herbicides, pheromones, molluscicides, acaricides, miticides, rodenticides, fragrances, and the like. Otherwise incompatible components can similarly be included in surface treatments using the carrier technology. | 01-09-2014 |
20140023690 | POLYMER SURFACES CONTAINING HEAT LABILE COMPONENTS ADSORBED ON POLYMERIC CARRIERS AND METHODS FOR THEIR PREPARATION - Surfaces and members having one or more surfaces derived from compositions containing polymers and one or more heat labile and/or incompatible components adsorbed on carrier materials are provided. The heat labile components include materials that, unless adsorbed on a carrier, are transformed at the polymer's processing temperatures (such as for example, heat labile biocides). Incompatible components are materials that generally react or form gels, slimes or precipitates upon mixing. The carrier materials typically include inorganic and/or organic porous materials capable of remaining solid during processing temperatures. Methods for preparing the polymer surfaces and members having polymer surfaces are provided. Members include, but are not limited to, structures, articles, containers, devices, woven/nonwoven articles, remediation materials, and the like. | 01-23-2014 |
20140023814 | POTABLE WATER CONTAINERS HAVING SURFACES INCLUDING HEAT LABILE COMPONENT/CARRIER COMBINATIONS AND METHODS FOR THEIR PREPARATION - Containers for the storage and/or transport of potable water having surfaces derived from a range of polymers are provided. The container's surfaces may include a component/carrier combination (typically a heat labile component) which affords thermal stability to the surface containing the component. The component/carrier combination enables a heat labile component to survive exposure to elevated temperatures greater than its decomposition or volatilization temperature during processing or during the container's service. Additionally, the use of a component/carrier combination allows a plurality of otherwise incompatible components to be included within a single formulation. The different components included in the surface are able to impart a range of properties to the container's surface. Components can include, but are not limited to bacteriocides, fungicides, algaecides, viruscides, insecticides, antibiotics, enzymes, repellents (animal and insect), herbicides, pheromones, molluscicides, acaricides, miticides, rodenticides, fragrances, and the like. Methods for preparing the polymer/component/carrier combination are also provided. | 01-23-2014 |
James P. Sowers, Largo, FL US
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20100252632 | ROTATIONAL BAR CODE ORIENTATION SENSOR - A rotational bar code is presented. The rotational bar code includes a structure at least a portion of which includes a cylindrical surface having at least one of an outward-facing surface and an inward-facing surface, and a plurality of vertically-oriented symbols horizontally abutted in a non-periodic unique pattern on one of the outward-facing surface or the inward-facing surface. The surfaces are radially disposed about a rotational axis of the cylindrical surface. The vertically-oriented symbols are unique for at least a predefined segment of an arc of the cylindrical surface. An angular orientation of the cylindrical surface is identifiable based on the plurality of vertically-oriented symbols. | 10-07-2010 |
Jeffery P. Sowers, Orlando, FL US
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20130041527 | VARIABLE BANDWIDTH CONTROL ACTUATION METHODS AND APPARATUS - Some embodiments relate to a method of controlling a flight of a flight vehicle according to a first mode of operation and changing the mode of operation to a second mode of operation having a different bandwidth than the first mode of operation. Other embodiments relate to a flight-control system for a flight vehicle configured to control a flight of a flight vehicle according to a first mode of operation and to control the flight of the flight vehicle according to a second mode of operation to use less energy than the first mode of operation. Other embodiments relate to a control actuation system configured to control positions of aerodynamic elements in a flight vehicle in response to commands from a guidance system according to a first mode of operation and to change the mode of operation to a second mode of operation having a different bandwidth than the first mode of operation. | 02-14-2013 |
Jeffrey P. Sowers, Tucson, AZ US
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20090301457 | Lightweight deployment system and method - The disclosed system, device and method for deploying a sub-module from a carrier vehicle generally includes: a sub-module projectile ( | 12-10-2009 |
Jeffrey P. Sowers, Orlando, FL US
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20130032659 | RING GEAR CONTROL ACTUATION SYSTEM FOR AIR-BREATHING ROCKET MOTORS - A control actuation system for an air-breathing rocket motor propelled guided missile positions the drive motors and input gears in an inlet fairing extending aft of the air inlet towards the tail of the missile. The output gears are positioned coincident with and mechanically coupled to their respective tail fins spaced around the circumference of the missile. At least one of the tail fins is offset in a circumferential direction of the missile from its corresponding input gear and the inlet fairing. At least one ring gear is positioned around the exhaust tube to rotate in the circumferential direction of the missile. The ring gear comprises input and output teeth that engage the input and output gears, respectively, to actuate the tail fin. | 02-07-2013 |
Ken Sowers, Walkersville, MD US
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20110061972 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A MODULAR STEP STOOL - A modular step stool system according to various embodiments can include a plurality of stepping blocks comprising a first stepping block and a second stepping block configured to support a user's body weight. A plurality of interlocking elements is interposed between the first stepping block and the second stepping block for horizontally and vertically interconnecting and interlocking at least the first and second stepping blocks to form a raised step platform. Some of the plurality of interlocking elements include sub-couplings which are configured to provide simultaneous horizontal and vertical interconnections. Some embodiments of the device include raised walls configured within the side walls and corner tabs inserted within the corners of the stepping blocks and configured having a profiled selected based upon the shape of the sub-couplings to facilitate stacking and interconnections in at least one of a horizontal, a vertical, a perpendicular, and an offset configuration. | 03-17-2011 |
Kenneth Sowers, Riner, VA US
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20110308629 | Vacuum Valve Apparatus and Method - Embodiments of the invention provide a vacuum valve apparatus and method to provide a vacuum to equipment. The vacuum valve can include an air port tube, a vacuum port tube, a motor, and a control arm coupled to the vacuum port tube and the motor. The motor can cause the control arm to move in an arc in order to flex the vacuum port tube and selectively create the vacuum and vent the vacuum provided to the equipment. | 12-22-2011 |
Kevin R. Sowers, Baltimore, MD US
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20110039321 | METHODS FOR THE CONVERSION OF FISH WASTE FROM AQUACULTURE SYSTEMS TO METHANE VIA A MODIFIED UASB REACTOR - A process for treatment of sludge made up of saline organic solids or organic waste produced in a saltwater or brackish aquaculture system is described. The process includes use of a modified reactor, operating under anaerobic conditions, which yields methane from the digestion of the saline organic solids. Modification of a traditional reactor to include a packing substrate provides for saline waste digestion not previously known. Additionally provided is a process for producing methane from the digestion of organic solids. Inclusion of and use of modified reactors in aquaculture systems is also provided. | 02-17-2011 |
20110306089 | THERMOPHILIC METHANOGENIC CONSORTIUM FOR CONVERSION OF CELLULOSIC BIOMASS TO BIOENERGY - A system for the efficient conversion of plant biomass to methane is provided, where the conversion includes use of a thermophilic methanogenic consortium containing a cellulolytic thermophile, an acetate-oxidizing thermophile and a thermophilic methanogen, the combination of which hydrolyzes hexoses and pentoses, oxidizes acetate and provides a hydrogen sink, to convert plant biomass to the theoretical limit of bioenergy. | 12-15-2011 |
20120021493 | ORGANIC BIOFILM SUBSTRATA AS A MICROBIAL INOCULUM DELIVERY VEHICLE FOR BIOAUGMENTATION OF PERSISTENT ORGANIC POLLUTANTS IN CONTAMINATED SEDIMENTS AND SOILS - A system and methods for removal of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) from an environment, where the system includes an inert and organic biofilm substrata as biofilm media for dual use: 1) inoculation of microorganisms to degrade POPs and 2) accumulation of POPs on the substrata, effective in maintaining bioavailable concentrations for sustaining microbial activity. Microorganisms capable of degrading or transforming POPs are actively associated with the substrata as a biofilm. Application of this delivery vehicle will enhance the microbial degradation of POPs, while simultaneously adsorbing hydrophobic POPs from the environment making them bioavailable for the microorganisms located in the formed biofilms and additionally lowering the aqueous concentration of POPs that have detrimental effects towards fish and mammals as they bioaccumulate through the food chain. | 01-26-2012 |
20120152176 | MICROBIAL MEDIATED CHEMICAL SEQUESTERING OF PHOSPHATE IN A CLOSED-LOOP RECIRCULATING AQUACULTURE SYSTEM - A system and method for removal of phosphates from a closed loop estuarine or marine recirculating aquaculture system (RAS), involving denitrification in the presence of a media substrate for: 1) anaerobic nitrate, nitrite and ammonia removal and 2) sequestering of excess phosphate in the RAS. Phosphate is precipitated in or on the denitrifying biofilm formed on the media substrate as phosphate salts. The phosphate salt-containing media substrate can be removed from the RAS, the phosphates can be removed, and both the substrate and the phosphates can be reused or recycled. | 06-21-2012 |
Lawrence Lee Sowers, Ballston Lake, NY US
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20090232183 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO MEASURE TEMPERATURE IN AN ELECTRIC MACHINE - A system and method to measure a characteristic of a component of an electric machine. The system includes an optical fiber disposed proximate to the component, at least one sensor, disposed along the optical fiber, to detect the temperature of the component, and a data acquisition system operably coupled to the sensor via the optical fiber to generate real-time data in accordance with the detected temperature of the component during an operation of the electric machines. | 09-17-2009 |
20120319525 | SIDE RIPPLE SPRING - A ripple spring is provided having one or more layers laminated together, where the one or more layers form a symmetrical stack. | 12-20-2012 |
20120319698 | RIPPLE SPRING AND DIAGNOSTIC METHOD THEREFOR - A ripple spring is provided having one or more conductive layers, and one or more non-conductive layers. The conductive layers and the non-conductive layers are laminated together to form a symmetrical stack of layers. A method is also provided for monitoring the ripple spring. The method includes the steps of providing a ripple spring that holds a winding in place, where the ripple spring is positioned at least partially within a stator slot defined within an electromechanical device. Providing a conductive layer disposed within the ripple spring, and generating signals from the conductive layer, the signals corresponding to at least one aspect of the ripple spring. An analyzing step analyses the signals to determine the at least one aspect of the ripple spring, wherein the at least one aspect facilitates an identification of faults in the ripple spring. | 12-20-2012 |
Mark William Sowers, Prior Lake, MN US
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20110248059 | Holder for sunglasses or eyewear - The invention is a simple, safe, convenient sunglasses or eyewear holder to be used on the dash of a vehicle by the driver or passenger. In particular for the driver it is designed to reduce accidents resulting from driver distraction. The holder has no moving parts thus allowing the user the ability to use one hand to remove sunglasses or eyewear and place them with the temples still extended in the use position onto the holder and also to retrieve them with one hand and place them back on the user's face. The holder will be placed forward of the driver on the dash immediately to the right or left of the forward line of sight to the road. The holder includes the ability to customize the round disc pod surface by molding a customizable appearance or applying a decal or an advertising logo or a picture or a pin by the manufacturer or the user. | 10-13-2011 |
20110284416 | Multipurpose container - The Multipurpose container invention is a simple, safe, and convenient holder primarily to provide a consistent location to store a wireless cell phone earpiece up on the vertical edge of the vehicle dash when it is not on the driver's ear. The primary benefit is to reduce driver distraction that results when the driver has to search to locate the earpiece when needed and secondly to provide a safe place to avoid damage to the earpiece while stored due to comingling with other objects or under other objects on the console, or in the console, or in a purse. Other featured benefits provided by the invention are a pen holder, a storage cup for gum or lip moisturizer or similar items, a trash bag hanger pedestal extension to clean up the trash items on the console, and a round promotional advertising surface for the seller or the user to customize. | 11-24-2011 |
Paul M. Sowers, Commerce, MI US
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20130187076 | SOUND-DEADENING FILLED THERMOPLASTIC POLYOLEFIN COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to filled thermoplastic polyolefin compositions useful e.g., as sound-deadening sheeting for formed automotive applications comprising a propylene polymer having a density equal to or greater than 0.885 g/cm | 07-25-2013 |
Sarah E. Sowers, Beaverton, OR US
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20100281714 | Article of Footwear with Sipes - A sole structure for an article of footwear is disclosed. The sole structure includes an outsole and a midsole. The outsole includes a tread pattern with a nonlinear configuration. A plurality of sipes are provided on the outsole and the midsole. The plurality of sipes have a nonlinear configuration that is substantially similar to the nonlinear configuration of the tread pattern. | 11-11-2010 |
Susanne Sowers, Dublin, OH US
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20140090307 | SINGLE CRYSTAL CBN FEATURING MICRO-FRACTURING DURING GRINDING - A superabrasive material and method of making the superabrasive material are provided. The superabrasive material may comprise a superabrasive crystal having an irregular surface. The superabrasive material further comprises a plurality of structure defects within the superabrasive crystal. The plurality of structure defects may cause micro-chipping when used as grinding materials. | 04-03-2014 |
William Sowers, Austin, TX US
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20090287045 | Access Systems and Methods of Intra-Abdominal Surgery - An access system includes a proximal handle, an overtube coupled to the handle, and an endoscope port extending through handle and overtube sized for receiving an endoscope therethrough. The overtube includes anatomic wall securing system that secures a distal portion of the overtube within a hole in the anatomic wall. The overtube is provided with a shaped distal portion or a controllably shapeable distal portion that aids in directing an endoscope inserted through the port to a particular location within the peritoneal cavity. The access system includes a system for insufflating/deflating the peritoneal space separately from the body cavity accessible via a natural orifice. The access system includes a closure system to cinch closed the hole made in the anatomical wall after the access system has been removed from the hole. Methods are provided for inserting the access system through the anatomical wall to perform intra-abdominal surgery. | 11-19-2009 |
20140018618 | Access Systems and Methods of Intra-Abdominal Surgery - An access system includes a proximal handle, an overtube coupled to the handle, and an endoscope port extending through handle and overtube sized for receiving an endoscope therethrough. The overtube includes anatomic wall securing system that secures a distal portion of the overtube within a hole in the anatomic wall. The overtube is provided with a shaped distal portion or a controllably shapeable distal portion that aids in directing an endoscope inserted through the port to a particular location within the peritoneal cavity. The access system includes a system for insufflating/deflating the peritoneal space separately from the body cavity accessible via a natural orifice. The access system includes a closure system to cinch closed the hole made in the anatomical wall after the access system has been removed from the hole. Methods are provided for inserting the access system through the anatomical wall to perform intra-abdominal surgery. | 01-16-2014 |
William Bruce Sowers, Prior Lake, MN US
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20110248059 | Holder for sunglasses or eyewear - The invention is a simple, safe, convenient sunglasses or eyewear holder to be used on the dash of a vehicle by the driver or passenger. In particular for the driver it is designed to reduce accidents resulting from driver distraction. The holder has no moving parts thus allowing the user the ability to use one hand to remove sunglasses or eyewear and place them with the temples still extended in the use position onto the holder and also to retrieve them with one hand and place them back on the user's face. The holder will be placed forward of the driver on the dash immediately to the right or left of the forward line of sight to the road. The holder includes the ability to customize the round disc pod surface by molding a customizable appearance or applying a decal or an advertising logo or a picture or a pin by the manufacturer or the user. | 10-13-2011 |
20110284416 | Multipurpose container - The Multipurpose container invention is a simple, safe, and convenient holder primarily to provide a consistent location to store a wireless cell phone earpiece up on the vertical edge of the vehicle dash when it is not on the driver's ear. The primary benefit is to reduce driver distraction that results when the driver has to search to locate the earpiece when needed and secondly to provide a safe place to avoid damage to the earpiece while stored due to comingling with other objects or under other objects on the console, or in the console, or in a purse. Other featured benefits provided by the invention are a pen holder, a storage cup for gum or lip moisturizer or similar items, a trash bag hanger pedestal extension to clean up the trash items on the console, and a round promotional advertising surface for the seller or the user to customize. | 11-24-2011 |
William W. Sowers, Pembroke Pines, FL US
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20110060360 | Embolic Device Delivery System With Retractable Partially Coiled-Fiber Release - A medical device for placing an embolic device, such as an embolic coil, at a predetermined site within a vessel of the body including a delivery catheter and a flexible pusher member slidably disposed within the lumen of the catheter. An embolic device having a headpiece coupled to the proximal end is releasably disposed within the distal end of the pusher member and retained in place by a retractable fiber, having a coiled distal portion. When the embolic device is advanced to the predetermined site within the vessel, the detachment fiber is retracted from around the headpiece of the embolic device to thereby release the embolic device. | 03-10-2011 |
20130006345 | METHOD OF USING INTERVENTIONAL MEDICAL DEVICE SYSTEM HAVING AN ELONGATION RETARDING PORTION - Use of an interventional medical device system operable while within a body vessel is provided with a generally hollow tubular proximal portion, distal portion, and intermediate portion. The proximal portion and at least part of the distal portion remains outside of the body in use, with the remainder of the distal portion positioned within the body. The intermediate portion includes a spiral ribbon having adjacent turns, with at least one frangible bridge member between two adjacent turns. The proximal and distal portions are movable away from each other by elongating the spiral ribbon and, eventually, breaking the frangible bridge member. According to the method of using such a system to deploy an implantable medical device, such as an embolic coil, an actuation member is moved proximally with the proximal portion to disengage a bond or joint between the actuation member and the implantable medical device. | 01-03-2013 |