Patent application number | Description | Published |
20080261688 | Automated method and system for a gaming opportunity - A method and system of applying for a gaming opportunity, including accessing a server for the gaming opportunity through a player device providing identification data to the server, and receiving an indication of eligibility for the gaming opportunity from the server based on at least one composite score indicative of a scale of eligibility for the gaming opportunity, the composite score obtained by weighting disparate player data based on at least one business rule and applying the weighted data to at least one decision model to generate the score, the disparate player data obtained from a plurality of data sources. | 10-23-2008 |
20080261698 | Automated method and system for a gaming opportunity - A system and method for a gaming opportunity including a server to provide a gaming opportunity, a communications network, and a player device in communication with the server through the communications network to request access to the gaming opportunity for a player, the player device including a user interface through which user identification data is sent to the server, wherein the server includes an eligibility determination module to determine eligibility of the player for the gaming opportunity based on the user identification data, and a conditional play module to provide assistance during play of the gaming opportunity. | 10-23-2008 |
20080261701 | Automated method and system for a gaming opportunity - A method and system of screening a player for a gaming opportunity, including obtaining disparate data of a player from a plurality of data sources, weighting the player data based on at least one business rule, and applying the weighted player data to at least one decision model to generate at least one composite score indicative of a scale of eligibility of the player for the gaming opportunity. | 10-23-2008 |
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20110141118 | DATA VISUALIZATION METHODS - A method of creating a graphical representation of data in the form of a heatmap, the method including the steps of: positioning data points on a heatmap for graphical representation, calculating conical data distribution values around a data point based on a data value associated with that data point and rendering the heatmap based on the calculated data distribution values. | 06-16-2011 |
20110141136 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF GRAPHICALLY REPRESENTING DISCRETE DATA AS A CONTINUOUS SURFACE - In a data visualization system, a method of graphically representing discrete data as a continuous surface in image space, the method comprising the steps of: a data retrieval module retrieving discrete data from a data storage device in communication with the data visualization system; an interpolation module calculating a first set of values for a weighted interpolation function based on the retrieved discrete data; a smoothing module calculating a second set of values for one or more weighted approximation functions based on the retrieved discrete data; and a surface combining module combining the first and second set of calculated values over the image space to graphically represent a continuous surface. | 06-16-2011 |
20110169835 | DIMENSION REDUCING VISUAL REPRESENTATION METHOD - In a data visualization system, a method of arranging, in n dimensions, data points representing n or more variables, the method including the steps of: a data point ranking module ranking a set of data points with respect to a first axis of a visual representation using a first variable; and based on a second variable, a data point distribution module distributing the set of data points along the first axis while retaining information relating to the ranking of data points determined in step i). | 07-14-2011 |
20110179066 | METHODS, APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS FOR DATA VISUALIZATION AND RELATED APPLICATIONS - In a graphical analysis computing system, a method of arranging data sets for graphical analysis, wherein at least two of the data sets have different periodicities, the method comprising the steps of: a data retrieval module retrieving data from a data storage module in communication with the graphical analysis computing system; a periodicity determination module determining a plurality of periodicities within the retrieved data to identify a plurality of data sets based on the determined periodicities; and an alignment module aligning a first identified data set of a first periodicity relative to a second identified data set of a second periodicity, wherein the second periodicity is different to the first periodicity. | 07-21-2011 |
20110179370 | METHOD OF GRAPHICALLY REPRESENTING A TREE STRUCTURE - In a data visualization system, a method of creating a visual representation of data points from metric data, wherein the method includes the steps of: a data retrieval module retrieving the metric data from a data storage module in communication with the data visualization system, a determination module determining the data points based on the retrieved metric data, and a display module arranging the data points for displaying on a display device according to a predetermined visual representation, arranging the data points into a plurality of meta groups in a hierarchical manner, and arranging the meta groups into a plurality of layers, where each layer represents the data points at different levels of granularity, and a statistical distance determination module determining a statistical distance between items in the meta groups, and the display module arranging the items within the meta groups based on the determined statistical distance. | 07-21-2011 |
20110181597 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF IDENTIFYING AND VISUALLY REPRESENTING ADJUSTABLE DATA - In a data visualization system, a method of creating a visual representation of data, the method including the steps of providing instructions to an end user on a display device to assist the end user in: constructing multiple graphical representations of data retrieved from a data storage module in communication with the data visualization system, where each graphical representation is one of a predefined type and includes multiple layers of elements that contribute to the end user's understanding of the data; arranging multiple graphical representations of different types within the visual representation in a manner that enables the end user to understand and focus on the data being represented; and a display module displaying the visual representation on the display device; the method further including the steps of a determination module determining one or more data elements within the graphical representations that are based on variable data, the display module displaying the determined data element on the display device in a form that enables the end user to adjust the associated variable data using an input device, an adjustment detection module detecting the adjustment of the variable data, and the display module refreshing the graphical representation on the display device based on the detected adjustment of the variable data. | 07-28-2011 |
20110184995 | METHOD OF OPTIMIZING A TREE STRUCTURE FOR GRAPHICAL REPRESENTATION - In a data visualization system, a method of creating a visual representation of data points from metric data and determining the positioning of data groups associated with the metric data in the visual representation, the method including the steps of: a data retrieval module retrieving the metric data from a data storage module in communication with the data visualization system, a data grouping module arranging the metric data into a plurality of data groups, a statistical distance determination module determining a minimal statistical distance between data groups positioned next to each other in the visual representation using a hierarchical force based algorithm, and a data visualization module visually arranging the data groups in a hierarchical manner based on the determined statistical distance to create the visual representation. | 07-28-2011 |
20110261049 | METHODS, APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS FOR DATA VISUALIZATION AND RELATED APPLICATIONS - In a data visualization system, a method of creating a visual representation of data, the method including the steps of providing instructions to an end user to assist the end user in: constructing multiple graphical representations of data, where each graphical representation is one of a predefined type and includes multiple layers of elements that contribute to the end user's understanding of the data; arranging multiple graphical representations of different types within the visual representation in a manner that enables the end user to understand and focus on the data being represented; and displaying the visual representation. | 10-27-2011 |
20110294566 | METHODS, APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS FOR DETERMINING AN ADJUSTMENT VALUE OF A GAMING DEVICE - A method of transforming behavioral interaction data into visually interpretable information, the method including the steps of providing instructions to an end user to assist the end user in obtaining behavioral interaction data associated with a gaming environment including one or more gaming assets; determining one or more summaries of the obtained behavioral interaction data that enable the end user to understand how the gaming environment is affected by the behavioral interaction data; | 12-01-2011 |
20120075324 | IMPROVED DATA VISUALIZATION METHODS - A method of creating a graphical representation of data points in the form of a heatmap wherein the heatmap represents a plurality of multi-directional flow values between the data points, the method including the steps of positioning data points on a heatmap for graphical representation, calculating bi-directional flow values between at least a first and second data point, determining the intensity and direction of a predominant flow from the bi-directional flow values, and graphically representing the predominant flow and bi-directional flows between the data points in the heatmap. | 03-29-2012 |
20140176597 | Data Visualization Methods - A method for creating a graphical representation of data in the form of a heatmap is performed at an electronic computing device. The device positions data points on a heatmap for graphical representation and calculates conical distribution values around a first data point based on a first data value associated with the first data point. When a conical distribution value around the first data point is greater than a second data value associated with a second data point, the device adjusts the conical distribution values proximate to the second data point by applying an inverse conical distribution around the second data point. The device renders the heatmap based on the calculated conical distribution values and the adjusted conical distribution values so that the data value of the second data point is visible on the heatmap. | 06-26-2014 |
20140192057 | Data Visualization Methods - A method for creating a graphical representation of data is performed at an electronic device having one or more processors and memory. The device receives a finite set of data points and calculates a respective conical distribution for each respective data point centered on the respective data point and based on a respective data value. Each conical distribution comprises a set of locations and a unique distribution value corresponding to each location. The device determines that a first data value of a first data point is less than a distribution value for a second data point. The distribution value has a location that corresponds to the first data point. Based on that determination, the device calculates an inverse conical distribution in a region around the first data point. The device combines the conical distributions and inverse conical distributions to display a data visualization that includes each of the data points. | 07-10-2014 |
20140267297 | DATA VISUALIZATION METHODS - A method of creating a graphical representation of data points in the form of a heatmap wherein the heatmap represents a plurality of multi-directional flow values between the data points, the method including the steps of: positioning data points on a heatmap for graphical representation, calculating bi-directional flow values between at least a first and second data point, determining the intensity and direction of a predominant flow from the bi-directional flow values, and graphically representing the predominant flow and bi-directional flows between the data points in the heatmap. | 09-18-2014 |
20140304033 | METHODS, APPARATUS AND SYSTEMS FOR DATA VISUALIZATION AND RELATED APPLICATIONS - A computer implemented method of analyzing and graphically representing the correlation of a plurality of transaction items, the method comprising the steps of: retrieving data associated with groups of the transaction items, correlating a plurality of groups of transaction items in a dimensionally reduced manner, creating a tree hierarchy which classifies the groups of transaction items in a hierarchy according to a defined user understandable factor, wherein the tree hierarchy is linked to the groups of transaction items, and graphically representing the correlated groups of transaction items and tree hierarchy to enable interaction between the correlated groups of transaction items and the linked tree hierarchy. | 10-09-2014 |
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20080287622 | Polymerization of acrylic polymers in reactive diluents - The present process is directed to preparation of addition polymers in diluents that are subsequently reactive in coatings during cure, instead of in traditional hydrocarbon solvents. The polymers so prepared can be used as the main film-forming polymer in high solids coating compositions, especially those useful for finishing automobiles and truck exteriors. | 11-20-2008 |
20100099806 | Process for Producing Dimethyl Carbonate Containing Compositions - The present invention is directed to a process for producing compositions containing dimethyl carbonate alone or in combination with other co-solvent and more particularly directed to low VOC coating compositions used in automotive refinish applications. | 04-22-2010 |
20110059252 | TWO COMPONENT COATING COMPOSITIONS AND COATINGS PRODUCED THEREFROM - The present invention is directed to two component coating compositions that cure under ambient conditions and more particularly to those having low VOC (volatile organic content) that are suitable for use in automotive refinish and Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) applications. The coating composition includes crosslinkable and crosslinking components, wherein the crosslinkable component includes a low polydispersity, low molecular weight copolymer having on an average 2 to 25 functional groups, such as hydroxyl, carboxyl, acetoacetoxy, primary and secondary amine, and epoxy. The copolymer is polymerized from a monomer mixture that includes one or more non-functional acrylate monomers and one or more functional methacrylate monomers provided with the functional groups. The crosslinking component includes polyisocyanate, polyamine, ketimine, melamine, epoxy, polyacid or a combination thereof. The invention is also directed to coating produced from the coating composition. | 03-10-2011 |
20110197811 | DEVICE FOR INTRODUCING CATALYST INTO ATOMIZED COATING COMPOSITION - The present invention is directed to a delivery device and a system for introducing a second component into an atomized composition. The present invention is particularly directed to a delivery device and a system for introducing a catalyst into an atomized coating composition. | 08-18-2011 |
20110200835 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING COATING LAYER - The present invention is directed to a method for introducing a catalyst into an atomized coating composition. This invention is also directed to a delivery device and a system for introducing the catalyst into the atomized coating composition. | 08-18-2011 |
20110224368 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING SPRAYABLE MIXTURE CONTAINING PROTECTED CROSSLINKABLE GROUPS - The present disclosure relates to a method for producing a sprayable mixture containing protected crosslinkable groups. The sprayable mixture has a substantially consistent viscosity and can produce a crosslinked coating composition having a good appearance useful in the painting industry. | 09-15-2011 |
20110245411 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING SPRAYABLE LACQUER - The present invention is directed to a method for producing a sprayable composition on a substrate. The method comprises a step of introducing a crosslinking component into an atomized stream of a lacquer composition to improve the physical properties of an applied layer of lacquer composition while maintaining the excellent pot life properties. This invention is also directed to a delivery device and a system for introducing the catalyst into the atomized coating composition. | 10-06-2011 |
20110274931 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING THE VISCOSITY OF A SPRAYABLE MIXTURE - The present invention is directed to a method for controlling the viscosity of a sprayable mixture. The sprayable mixture forms a layer of a coating composition on an applied substrate and forms crosslinked network after drying and curing the layer. The dried and cured composition provides the substrate with a coating having a good appearance. | 11-10-2011 |
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20100094149 | Noninvasive Ultrasound Cardiac Pacemaker and Defibrillator - A device for providing extracorporeal cardiac pacing. The device includes an ultrasound transducer mountable to the external thorax of a patient and an ultrasound generator for transmitting ultrasound pulses to the ultrasound transducer. The heart rate of a patient is monitored by the device. A controller evaluates the heartbeat as compared with threshold criteria for stimulation of the heart and causes the ultrasound generator to deliver ultrasound pulses to the ultrasound transducer at a prescribed intensity, frequency, and pulse duration. | 04-15-2010 |
20110305118 | Fiber Optic Hydrophone Sensors And Uses Thereof - Disclosed is detecting changes in pressure in a medium, with an optical fiber having a core diameter at an immersion surface contact of the fiber of less than 10 μm; a layer of material deposited on said end of the fiber, the material being of a thickness of from about 2 nm to about 10 nm. Also disclosed is detecting pressure waves in a medium comprising: contacting the medium with a fiber optic, the fiber integrated with a light source and a detector, the fiber optic having a diameter of less than 10 μm at an immersion surface contact of the fiber; providing a thin layer of material on the immersion surface contact, wherein said thin layer of material is of a thickness in a range of from about 2 nm to about 10 nm; and detecting Fresnel back reflections from the immersion end of the fiber. | 12-15-2011 |
20140051989 | DEVICES ADAPTED FOR ULTRASOUND LOCATION IN PATIENTS AND METHOD OF USE - The present invention relates to devices including a plurality of voids that enhance visualization of the devices in a patient using ultrasound imaging. The sizes of the voids can vary to accommodate ultrasound devices having different ultrasound wave frequencies. The present invention is also directed to a method for using ultrasound imaging technology to detect the location of devices comprising a plurality of voids in a patient. An ultrasound device, such as a wireless, portable ultrasound device, may be used to propagate ultrasound waves towards the patient where the device is inserted. An ultrasound imaging device may then be used to generate an image of the device or a portion thereof from which the location of the device in the patient can be determined. | 02-20-2014 |
20140133280 | Fiber Optic Hydrophone Sensors And Uses Thereof - Disclosed is detecting changes in pressure in a medium, with an optical fiber having a core diameter at an immersion surface contact of the fiber of less than 10 μm; a layer of material deposited on said end of the fiber, the material being of a thickness of from about 2 nm to about 10 nm. Also disclosed is detecting pressure waves in a medium comprising: contacting the medium with a fiber optic, the fiber integrated with a light source and a detector, the fiber optic having a diameter of less than 10 μm at an immersion surface contact of the fiber; providing a thin layer of material on the immersion surface contact, wherein said thin layer of material is of a thickness in a range of from about 2 nm to about 10 nm; and detecting Fresnel back reflections from the immersion end of the fiber. | 05-15-2014 |
20150209564 | ULTRASOUND DEVICE AND THERAPEUTIC METHODS - The present invention is directed to an ultrasound device for use in implementing therapeutic treatments and transdermal analyte delivery. The device includes a piezoelectric transducer that efficiently and safely converts electrical energy to ultrasonic waves, and has a unique structure including a piezoelectric element positioned between two opposing, flexible concave covers. The device may be used for various therapeutic purposes including wound healing, tissue stimulation and transdermal analyte delivery. The invention is further directed to a novel analyte delivery system including the ultrasound device and an encapsulated analyte. | 07-30-2015 |