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David Lee Giffin, Winston-Salem, NC US
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20090089417 | DIALOGUE ANALYZER CONFIGURED TO IDENTIFY PREDATORY BEHAVIOR - A dialogue analyzer configured to identify online communications relating to lewd, predatory, hostile, and/or otherwise inappropriate subject matter is disclosed. Identified communications include those occurring via social networks, instant messaging, online chat rooms, computer in-game chat, email and the like. The communications of a monitored computer user are scanned to identify those communications that match predetermined lexical rules. The rules comprise sets of word-concepts that may be associated based on spelling, sound, meaning, appearance or probability of appearance in a text string, etc. Various numbers and configurations of word concepts may be implemented in a rule in order to more accurately scan the online communication data for a potential match. When a match is found, a copy of the communication, along with contextual information, is presented to a parent or guardian user. This information is presented at a central website and via an email notification to the parent or guardian. Various embodiments are described. | 04-02-2009 |
20110178793 | DIALOGUE ANALYZER CONFIGURED TO IDENTIFY PREDATORY BEHAVIOR - A dialogue analyzer configured to identify online communications relating to lewd, predatory, hostile, and/or otherwise inappropriate subject matter is disclosed. Identified communications include those occurring via social networks, instant messaging, online chat rooms, computer in-game chat, email and the like. The communications of a monitored computer user are scanned to identify those communications that match predetermined lexical rules. The rules comprise sets of word-concepts that may be associated based on spelling, sound, meaning, appearance or probability of appearance in a text string, etc. Various numbers and configurations of word concepts may be implemented in a rule in order to more accurately scan the online communication data for a potential match. When a match is found, a copy of the communication, along with contextual information, is presented to a parent or guardian user. This information is presented at a central website and via an email notification to the parent or guardian. Various embodiments are described. | 07-21-2011 |
Gary Giffin, Kingston, WA US
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20150056007 | SPLICE BLOCK ASSEMBLIES - Expandable splice blocks can be configured to mechanically couple a first rod to a second rod. Expandable splice blocks can include a top plate and a bottom plate. Bottom plates can include a first side coupled to a second side by a neck. | 02-26-2015 |
20150097151 | ROD FITTINGS AND ASSEMBLIES - Fittings can be configured to mechanically couple a rod to a post. In certain embodiments, rods and posts are joined to form railing systems. Fittings can include a first threaded end coupled to a second end. The second end can include a compliant member configured to provide an interference fit between the fitting and the rod. | 04-09-2015 |
James D. Giffin, Charlotte, NC US
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20090319544 | FACILITATING INTEGRATION OF DIFFERENT COMPUTER DATA SYSTEMS - A method for facilitating integration of multiple computer data systems may include source-target mapping between first and second data sources of the computer data systems. The method includes mapping, by a user, data fields from the first computer data source of the first computer data system to system-neutral business terms of an object-oriented abstraction layer; mapping, by a user, data fields from the second computer data source of the second computer data system to system-neutral business terms of the object-oriented abstraction layer; and saving the mappings in a computer-readable medium; wherein the object-oriented abstraction layer further comprises business documents, each business document comprising one or more of the business terms of the object-oriented abstraction layer. | 12-24-2009 |
Jason Giffin, Gardena, CA US
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20110099061 | PRODUCT DISPLAY AND PROCESS FOR SUGGESTING RELATED PRODUCTS - A product display unit may include a display device and a sensor to identify a product selected for purchase by a customer. Information relating to at least one related product suggested for use with the selected product may be presented on the display device. Other embodiments are disclosed herein. | 04-28-2011 |
John D. Giffin, Houston, TX US
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20110302876 | Protective structure for plumbing vents - A protective device for a plumbing vent stack having a weatherproofing cover that is formed substantially of a lead material and is permanently secured over the plumbing vent stack to completely cover the exposed surface of the lead jack flashing so as to prevent access thereto by squirrels and other undesirable animals and/or invasive water. A separate wire screen covers the base or flange of the lead jack to prevent damage to the base of the lead jack flashing. Suitable for use in repairing a damaged lead jack flashing without replacement of the lead jack or removal and replacement of existing surrounding roofing shingles, the protective device is also installed on new construction as a preventative device. Regardless of whether the device is installed on new construction or to repair damaged lead jack flashing, the device is easily and quickly installed. | 12-15-2011 |
Maile Giffin, Kailua, HI US
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20100159590 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ACTIVE MICROFLUIDIC CELL HANDLING - A method and system for providing a cell support system are described. The method and system include providing a first block, a second block coupled to the first block, and a plurality of microfluidic channels. The first block includes a plurality of cell wells therein. The second block includes a plurality of through holes therethrough. The plurality of holes are in fluid communication with at least one corresponding cell well of the plurality of cell wells. The plurality of microfluidic channels are in fluid combination with at least a portion of the plurality of cell wells and are configured to provide an active fluid flow with the portion of the plurality of cell wells. | 06-24-2010 |
20100184629 | CELL TRAY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A method and system for describing a cell tray are described. The method and system includes providing a first layer and a second layer. The first layer is of an optically transparent substrate material. The second layer is on top of the first layer, the second layer includes a plurality of cell wells, each of the plurality of cell wells being formed by penetrating the second layer to a preselected depth. | 07-22-2010 |
Nicole L. Giffin, Hazlet, NJ US
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20140296120 | OCTAHYDRO-BENZOFURANS AND THEIR USES IN PERFUME COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to novel fragrance compounds and their unexpected advantageous use in improving, enhancing or modifying a fragrance formulation through the addition of an olfactory acceptable amount of the compounds, wherein the compounds are represented by the following formula: | 10-02-2014 |
20140336102 | NOVEL DIETHYL-METHYL-HEXAHYDRO-ISOBENZOFURANS AND THEIR USE IN PERFUME COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to novel diethyl-methyl-hexahydro-isobenzofuran compounds and a method of improving, enhancing or modifying a fragrance formulation through the addition of an olfactory acceptable amount of these novel compounds. | 11-13-2014 |
20150057207 | NOVEL ORGANOLEPTIC COMPOUNDS - The present invention relates to novel compounds and their use as fragrance materials. | 02-26-2015 |
Peter Giffin, Redmond, WA US
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20120064946 | RESIZABLE FILMSTRIP VIEW OF IMAGES - A method and apparatus are disclosed for allowing sizing adjustment of a filmstrip view, wherein multiple images are displayed simultaneously on a touch screen. In one embodiment, a user can scale images down in a filmstrip view in order to increase a number of visible images. In another embodiment, the scaling of a filmstrip view can be dynamically modified based on scrolling speed. For example, the faster a user flicks a touch screen (i.e., the faster the gesture speed), the smaller the image size of the filmstrip so that more images appear on a single screen. By reducing the size of the images, the user can customize the filmstrip view and scroll through more images at a higher speed without dropping images or information. Additionally, the resolution can remain constant. | 03-15-2012 |
Rollin George Giffin, Cincinnati, OH US
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20080273969 | HYBRID WORM GAS TURBINE ENGINE - A gas turbine engine has components including a compressor, a combustor, and a turbine. At least one component is radially bladed having at least one row of radially extending rotatable blades and at least another is a worm component having an inner body disposed within an outer body. The inner and outer bodies have offset inner and outer axes, intermeshed inner and outer helical blades wound about the inner and outer axes respectively, and at least one of the inner and outer bodies being rotatable about a corresponding one of the inner and outer axes. An aircraft gas turbine engine has components in serial downstream flow relationship including a fan, a low pressure compressor, a high pressure compressor, a combustor, a high pressure turbine, and a low pressure turbine. At least one of the components is radially bladed and at least one of the components is a worm component. | 11-06-2008 |
20100166591 | POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT ROTARY COMPONENTS HAVING MAIN AND GATE ROTORS WITH AXIAL FLOW INLETS AND OUTLETS - An axial flow positive displacement gas turbine engine component such as a compressor or a turbine or an expander includes a rotor assembly extending from a fully axial flow inlet to a downstream axially spaced apart axial flow outlet. The rotor assembly includes a main rotor and one or more gate rotors rotatable about parallel main and gate axes of the main and gate rotors respectively. The main and gate rotors having intermeshed main and gate helical blades extending radially outwardly from annular main and gate hubs, circumscribed about, and wound about the main and gate axes respectively. Intersecting main and gate annular openings in the axial flow inlet extend radially between a casing surrounding the rotor assembly and the main and gate hubs. The main helical blades transition from 0 to a full radial height in a downstream direction in an inlet transition section. | 07-01-2010 |
20110076158 | METHOD OF OPERATING ADAPTIVE CORE ENGINES - A method of operating a compressor in an adaptive core engine is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of operating a front block compressor to increase pressure of a fluid to a first pressure ratio in a high-power mode operation; operating a rear block compressor coupled to the front block compressor such that the front block compressor and the rear block compressor operate at the same physical speed; closing a rear block stator vane located axially forward from the rear block compressor such that the flow of the fluid into the rear block compressor is substantially cut off; and keeping a blocker door opened such that substantially all of the fluid pressurized by the front block compressor flows through a bypass passage during the high-power mode operation. The operation may be transitioned from the high-power mode to a low-power mode by opening a rear block stator such that the rear block compressor receives at least a portion of the fluid flowing from the front block compressor and maintains an overall engine pressure ratio. | 03-31-2011 |
20110120082 | MULTISTAGE TIP FAN - A fan assembly having an outer fan system is disclosed, the fan assembly comprising an outer fan first stage and an outer fan second stage both extending radially outward from an arcuate platform. | 05-26-2011 |
20110120083 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE WITH OUTER FANS - A gas turbine engine comprising an outer fan system is disclosed, having an outer fan first stage having a circumferential row of outer fan first blades, an outer fan second stage having a circumferential row of outer fan second blades located axially aft from the outer fan first stage wherein the outer fan first stage and the outer fan second stage are adapted to rotate with the fan rotor. | 05-26-2011 |
20130081374 | COUNTER-ROTATABLE FAN GAS TURBINE ENGINE WITH AXIAL FLOW POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT WORM GAS GENERATOR - A counter-rotatable fan turbine engine includes a counter-rotatable fan section, a worm gas generator, and a low pressure turbine to power the counter-rotatable fan section. The low pressure turbine maybe counter-rotatable or have a single direction of rotation in which case it powers the counter-rotatable fan section through a gearbox. The gas generator has inner and outer bodies having offset inner and outer axes extending through first, second, and third sections of a core assembly. At least one of the bodies is rotatable about its axis. The inner and outer bodies have intermeshed inner and outer helical blades wound about the inner and outer axes and extending radially outwardly and inwardly respectively. The helical blades have first, second, and third twist slopes in the first, second, and third sections respectively. A combustor section extends through at least a portion of the second section. | 04-04-2013 |
Susan S. Giffin, Alamo, CA US
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20110041057 | COMPUTER SELF-SUPPORT MANAGEMENT - A computer based technique for providing a list of selectable computer solutions in a self-support environment. The technique includes sending a computer solution to the client computer in response to a request from the client computer for the computer solution from the list. The computer solution includes at least an automated solution. | 02-17-2011 |
20120004974 | Computer self-support management - A computer based technique for providing a list of selectable computer solutions in a self-support environment. The technique includes sending a computer solution to the client computer in response to a request from the client computer for the computer solution from the list. The computer solution includes at least an automated solution. | 01-05-2012 |
Yale Sebastian Giffin, Cary, NC US
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20150096497 | PERISTALTIC PUMP ASSEMBLY FOR SELECTIVE IN OVO INJECTION, AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEM AND METHOD - An in ovo injection apparatus is provided. Such an in ovo injection apparatus includes an injection assembly having a plurality of injection devices, each injection device being configured to pierce a respective avian egg. A selectable peristaltic pump assembly is in fluid communication with the injection assembly. The selectable peristaltic pump assembly is configured to selectively supply a treatment substance from a fluid reservoir to the injection devices such that the injection devices are capable of selectively dispensing the treatment substance. An associated method is also provided. | 04-09-2015 |