Roth, US
Adam Roth, Guilford, CT US
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20100152212 | PREQ1 RIBOSWITCHES AND METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR USE OF AND WITH PREQ1 RIBOSWITCHES - The preQ1 riboswitch is a target for antibiotics and other small molecule therapies. The preQ1riboswitch and portions thereof can be used to regulate the expression or function of RNA molecules and other elements and molecules. The preQ1 riboswitch and portions thereof can be used in a variety of other methods to, for example, identify or detect compounds. Compounds can be used to stimulate, active, inhibit and/or inactivate the preQ1 riboswitch. The preQ1 riboswitch and portions thereof, both alone and in combination with other nucleic acids, can be used in a variety of constructs and RNA molecules and can be encoded by nucleic acids. | 06-17-2010 |
20100286082 | RIBOSWITCHES AND METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR USE OF AND WITH RIBOSWITCHES - Riboswitches are targets for antibiotics and other small molecule therapies. Riboswitches and portions thereof can be used to regulate the expression or function of RNA molecules and other elements and molecules. Riboswitches and portions thereof can be used in a variety of other methods to, for example, identify or detect compounds. Compounds can be used to stimulate, active, inhibit and/or inactivate the riboswitch. Riboswitches and portions thereof, both alone and in combination with other nucleic acids, can be used in a variety of constructs and RNA molecules and can be encoded by nucleic acids. | 11-11-2010 |
20130012527 | PREQ1 RIBOSWITCHES AND METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR USE OF AND WITH PREQ1 RIBOSWITCHES | 01-10-2013 |
20150023889 | FLUORIDE-RESPONSIVE RIBOSWITCHS, FLUORIDE TRANSPORTERS, AND METHODS OF USE - Disclosed are compounds, compositions, and methods relating to fluoride aptamers, fluoride-responsive riboswitches, fluoride-regulated expression constructs, fluoride transporters, nucleic acids encoding fluoride transporters, expression constructs encoding fluoride transporters, and cells containing or including any combination of these. | 01-22-2015 |
Alexander Joshua Roth, Molt, MT US
Andrew Roth, West Bend, WI US
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20100230199 | MOTORCYCLE HAVING A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL REAR BRAKE CALIPER BRACKET - A motorcycle includes a rear brake caliper bracket coupled to the swingarm. In some constructions, the rear brake caliper bracket includes a caliper mounting portion and a license plate mounting portion. In some constructions, the rear brake caliper bracket includes an axle engaging portion secures and retains the axle relative to the swingarm in a desired position along the axis of rotation. In some constructions, the rear brake caliper bracket is disposed at a laterally outward side of the swingarm and includes a caliper mounting portion, first and second swingarm engaging portions, and an axle engaging portion. In such constructions, the motorcycle may further include an axle adjusting member engaged with the rear brake caliper bracket and operable to adjust the position of the axle relative to the swingarm. | 09-16-2010 |
Andy Roth, Adamstown, MD US
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20090106257 | MULTIPLE-LINK SHORTCUTS BASED ON CONTEXTUAL ANALYSIS OF WEB PAGE OBJECTS - A multiple-link shortcut pane associated with an object on a web page provides multiple Internet links dynamically selected based in part on an object type of the object. The shortcut pane is invoked by launching a shortcut launcher icon on the web page, which causes an object key to be transmitted to a shortcut server. The shortcut server retrieves identifying information for the object from a database based on the object key, and an object type-specific template based on the object type. The object type is determined from the identifying information. The shortcut server then prepares and transfers information for building the multiple-link shortcut pane to the browser application that displays the web page. The shortcut pane may be further configured to capture and provide additional information about viewers who have accessed the pane, and actions they have taken. | 04-23-2009 |
Anita Roth, Phoenix, AZ US
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20100049748 | PERFORMANCE OF CONTROL PROCESSES AND MANAGEMENT OF RISK INFORMATION - Control processes are managed within an organization, the organization including a plurality of divisions, by receiving process data provided from a first local user associated with a first division of the organization, the first local user providing the data via a first user interface, and the data defining one or more processes associated with the first division. The process data is stored in a database to be associated with the first division. The stored process data is provided to a second local user, associated with a second division of the organization, for selection of a process associated with the first division. The selection of the second user is received and stored in the database as further being associated with the second division. | 02-25-2010 |
20130317880 | PERFORMANCE OF CONTROL PROCESSES AND MANAGEMENT OF RISK INFORMATION - A computer system receives a collection of attributes that defines a procedure executed by a control tool in performing at least a portion of the attributes. Each respective attribute has a defined data structure, and the collection of attributes includes a genesis attribute that defines a starting attribute performed by the control tool. The collection of attributes further includes a first successor attribute, a second successor attribute, and a third successor attribute. The data structure for each respective attribute of the collection of attributes defines a plurality of data elements, where each data element is associated with a function. The data structure for each respective attribute further defines at least one joining operand for the plurality of data elements. | 11-28-2013 |
Barry Roth, Aventura, FL US
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20110080749 | ADAPTER FOR OUTDOOR LIGHT - An adapter for an outdoor light is disclosed. The adapter includes a hollow elongated element having a top end and a bottom end and a first opening at the top end of the elongated element, wherein the first opening accepts a shaft of the outdoor light to create a friction fit with the shaft. The adapter further includes a second opening at the bottom end of the elongated element, wherein the second opening includes a tapered interior brim and a plug located at substantially a midpoint of an interior of the elongated element, wherein the plug comprises substantially a disk that contacts an interior surface of the elongated element. The adapter further includes a fastener that extends lengthwise along a centerline of the elongated element, wherein the fastener is coupled at one end to a midpoint of the plug and wherein the fastener protrudes from the second opening of the elongated element. | 04-07-2011 |
20110303764 | SPRINKLER HEAD ADAPTER FOR OUTDOOR LIGHT - An adapter for an outdoor light is disclosed. The adapter includes a hollow elongated element having a top end and a bottom end, a first opening at the top end of the elongated element, wherein the first opening accepts a shaft of the outdoor light to create a friction fit with the shaft, a second opening at the bottom end of the elongated element, wherein the second opening includes a projecting brim spanning only a portion of a circumference of the second opening and an inset lip coextensive with the projecting brim and extending from the projecting brim toward a center of the second opening. | 12-15-2011 |
Brandon Roth, Boise, ID US
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20090315600 | LOCKED-LOOP QUIESCENCE APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Apparatus, systems, and methods disclosed herein may initialize a delay-locked loop (DLL) or phase-locked loop (PLL) to achieve a locked condition and may then initiate a quiescent mode of operation. Quiescent operation may be achieved by breaking a feedback loop associated with the DLL or PLL to prevent updates to a variable delay line associated with the DLL and/or to a variable frequency oscillator associated with the PLL. An output clock phase associated with the DLL or PLL may thus be held substantially constant following a DLL initialization period. Additional embodiments are disclosed and claimed. | 12-24-2009 |
20110019713 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY CALIBRATING A TEMPERATURE SENSOR - There is provided a system and method for automatically calibrating a temperature sensor. More specifically, there is provided a system including a temperature sensor that includes a first resistance configured to indicate a temperature of the temperature sensor and a second resistance, in series with the first resistor, wherein the second resistance is adjustable to calibrate the first resistance, and a calibration circuit, coupled to the temperature sensor and configured to automatically calibrate the first resistance. | 01-27-2011 |
20140292389 | LOCKED-LOOP QUIESCENCE APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Apparatus, systems, and methods disclosed herein may initialize a delay-locked loop (DLL) or phase-locked loop (PLL) to achieve a locked condition and may then initiate a quiescent mode of operation. Quiescent operation may be achieved by breaking a feedback loop associated with the DLL or PLL to prevent updates to a variable delay line associated with the DLL and/or to a variable frequency oscillator associated with the PLL. An output clock phase associated with the DLL or PLL may thus be held substantially constant following a DLL initialization period. Additional embodiments are disclosed and claimed. | 10-02-2014 |
20140375329 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR DELAY LINE TESTING - This disclosure relates to delay line test circuits and methods. In one aspect, an integrated circuit (IC) can include a plurality of delay lines, a selection circuit, a delay comparison circuit, and a control circuit. The plurality of delay lines can generate a plurality of delayed clock signals, and the selection circuit can include a plurality of inputs configured to receive at least the plurality of delayed clock signals. The selection circuit can generate a first output clock signal and a second output clock signal by selecting amongst signals received at the plurality of inputs based on a state of a selection control signal. The delay comparison circuit can compare a delay of the first output clock signal to a delay of the second output clock signal and can generate a delay comparison such as a pass/fail flag based on the result. The control circuit can generate the selection control signal. | 12-25-2014 |
20150023386 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATICALLY CALIBRATING A TEMPERATURE SENSOR - There is provided a system and method for automatically calibrating a temperature sensor. More specifically, there is provided a system including a temperature sensor that includes a first resistance configured to indicate a temperature of the temperature sensor and a second resistance, in series with the first resistor, wherein the second resistance is adjustable to calibrate the first resistance, and a calibration circuit, coupled to the temperature sensor and configured to automatically calibrate the first resistance. | 01-22-2015 |
Brett J. Roth, Milwaukee, WI US
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20100275938 | Device, Method and Compositions For Reducing the Incidence of Tobacco Smoking - A device which facilitates the absorption of nicotine in order to reduce the incidence of tobacco smoking is disclosed. The device includes a tube defining an interior space. The tube has a first end with an opening and a second end. An inhalable, flowable liquid or gel composition is disposed in the interior space of the tube. The composition may include water, at least one vitamin, a flavoring agent, and nicotine. The flavoring agent may include an intense sweetener such as sucralose, and a natural or artificial fruit flavor. A user inhales on the first end of the tube of the device as a substitute oral activity to tobacco smoking and thereby ingests a source of nicotine that reduces the withdrawal symptoms experienced when smoking is stopped. | 11-04-2010 |
20120103350 | Device, Method, and Composition For Reducing the Incidence of Tobacco Smoking - A device which facilitates the absorption of nicotine in order to reduce the incidence of tobacco smoking is disclosed. The device includes a tube defining an interior space. The tube has a first end with an opening and a second end. An inhalable, flowable liquid or gel composition is disposed in the interior space of the tube. The composition may include water, at least one vitamin, a flavoring agent, and nicotine. The flavoring agent may include an intense sweetener such as sucralose, and a natural or artificial fruit flavor. A user inhales on the first end of the tube of the device as a substitute oral activity to tobacco smoking and thereby ingests a source of nicotine that reduces the withdrawal symptoms experienced when smoking is stopped. | 05-03-2012 |
Carl Roth, St. Joseph, IL US
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20100225567 | ELECTRONIC DISPLAY - An electronic display comprising a pixel array having staggered pixels and a processor. Methods of operating and manufacturing the electronic display comprising a pixel array having staggered pixels and a processor are also disclosed, | 09-09-2010 |
20120319926 | MULTI-CHANNEL LED SIGN MODULE - An electronic display includes a controller transmitting display data from a data communication port. Modules are electrically connected to each other in a series connection. Each of a first module and a last module in the series connection receives the display data directly from the controller and transmits the display data to intermediate modules in the series connection. The intermediate modules pass the display data along the series connection in a first direction until the display data is received for a second time by the last module, and in a second direction until the display data is received for a second time by the first module. Each of the modules controls activation of a respective plurality of lighting elements based on the received display data. | 12-20-2012 |
20120320006 | Multi-Channel LED Sign Module - An electronic display includes a controller transmitting display data to a plurality of modules electrically connected to each other in series. A first module receives and transmits the display data to at least one intermediate module, which passes the display data along the series in a first direction. Each of the modules controls activation of a respective plurality of lighting elements based on the received display data. A last module transmits to the controller an acknowledgement of receipt of the display data. If the controller does not receive the acknowledgement, then the controller transmits the display data directly to the last module. The last module then transmits the display data to the at least one intermediate module, which passes the display data along the series connection in a second direction opposite to the first direction. | 12-20-2012 |
Charles Bentley Roth, Molt, MT US
Charles J. Roth, Hudson, WI US
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20090160149 | Semi-rigid transparent protective shield for jogging stroller and method of shielding occupant - A semi-rigid transparent shield for a jogging stroller provides occupant protection from wind, rain and snow. The device quickly and easily attaches to, and detaches from a jogging stroller. The semi-rigid transparent shield does not crease or wrinkle, maintaining excellent visibility for stroller occupant. The shield also provides protection from air borne road debris caused by passing vehicles. The shield pivots for easy loading and unloading the jogging stroller. The shield is under compression to add resistance to external forces. A sheet assembly attaches to a frame assembly forming a geometric arch adding stability and resistance to external forces. A method to provide protection of a child in a jogging stroller by shielding the child with a material that does not wrinkle or crease is also contemplated. The occupant space is substantially sealed from the outdoor elements. A method of shielding a child in a jogging stroller by flexing a sheet assembly of a semi-rigid material into a frame assembly is also disclosed. Further, the shield is flexed in the mounting hardware. | 06-25-2009 |
Curtis A. Roth, Post Falls, ID US
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20090115122 | AUTOMATIC WARP COMPENSATION - The present disclosure includes an apparatus for feeding a stack of sheet stock in blocks. The apparatus includes a backstop, a block pusher plate, and at least one sensor for determining a height differential between the stack at generally near a lead edge of the stack and the stack at generally near a trail edge of the stack. The apparatus automatically adjusts for warp in the sheet stock. The present disclosure further includes a method comprising obtaining a first measurement at generally near a lead edge side of the stack, obtaining a second measurement at generally near a trail edge side of the stack, comparing the first and second measurements, and pushing the portion of sheet stock from the stack with a block pusher plate when the second measurement is within a predetermined tolerance of the first measurement. | 05-07-2009 |
20100176549 | SHEET DECELERATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - The present disclosure relates to sheet deceleration apparatus and methods for decelerating a sheet of material for use in a sheet stacking or other application. The deceleration apparatus includes a pair of rotatable rollers, being rotatable about first and second axes, the rollers positioned on opposite sides of the travel path. At least one of the rollers is moveable relative to the other to nip the sheet between the rollers to reduce the travel speed of the sheet. A vacuum conveyor is further provided along the travel path subsequent the pair of rollers to control delivery of the sheet to a stacking hopper. A third rotatable roller, or similar apparatus, may be included in some embodiments, for pushing the sheet of material away from the vacuum conveyor at the appropriate time. | 07-15-2010 |
20110285080 | SHEET DECELERATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - Sheet deceleration apparatus and methods for decelerating a sheet of material for use in a sheet stacking or other application. The deceleration apparatus includes a rotatable cam nip, rotatable about a first axis and provided on one side of the travel path, such that the sheet of material can pass by the cam nip. The cam nip includes a lobe end, such that when the lobe end is away from the travel path, the sheet of material can pass substantially unimpeded past the cam nip, and when the lobe end is near the travel path, the sheet of material is nipped by the cam nip decelerating the sheet of material from the first speed to a second speed. | 11-24-2011 |
20120326378 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VARYING A NIP POINT - A system for conveying sheets of corrugated paperboard material or other materials. The system includes a processing module configured for transferring the material in a conveying direction, the processing module having a first nip point. A conveyor is positioned downstream of the processing module and also configured for transferring the material in the conveying direction. The conveyor includes a first support roller and second support roller having a first conveyor belt wound therearound, with the belt defining a deflector section extending from the first support roller to the second support roller. Similar to the processing module, the conveyor includes a second nip point. An adjustment drive can be operatively associated with either or both of the first and second support rollers and configured to adjust the position of the second nip point in or counter to the delivery direction. | 12-27-2012 |
20130074457 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STACKING CORRUGATED SHEET MATERIAL - An apparatus for stacking sheet material that may include a trim section and a stacking section, the stacking section being downstream the trim section for receiving the blanks of sheet material, forming bundles each having a plurality of blanks, and transferring the bundles downstream. The apparatus may further include a plurality of longitudinal positioning systems for independently longitudinally positioning a plurality of components in at least one of upstream or downstream directions so as to create an operator access space. In some embodiments, the apparatus may further include an incline conveyor section downstream the trim section and upstream the stacking section, and the trim section may have a takeaway conveyor for conveying the plurality of blanks of sheet material to the incline conveyor. In certain embodiments, the plurality of longitudinal positioning systems can individually longitudinally position at least two of the takeaway conveyor, the incline conveyor, or the stacking apparatus. | 03-28-2013 |
20130209213 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STACKING ITEMS - A method and apparatus are disclosed that allow items to be placed on a stack of items in a manner that minimizes interference with the existing stack. Further, a method and apparatus are disclosed for stacking items such that marking of the items is minimized while the item is stacked. In some embodiments, the method and apparatus may include employing a plurality of forks, where a first fork in the plurality includes a belt that rotates at least partially within a tapered housing of the fork. In some embodiments, the plurality of forks is vertically movable, and the method and apparatus may include a squaring mechanism that is separate from the plurality of forks. The overall throughput of the method and apparatus may be increased by employing this independent squaring mechanism. | 08-15-2013 |
20130320614 | SHEET DECELERATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - Sheet deceleration apparatus and methods for decelerating a sheet of material for use in a sheet stacking or other application. The deceleration apparatus includes a rotatable cam nip, rotatable about a first axis and provided on one side of the travel path, such that the sheet of material can pass by the cam nip. The cam nip includes a lobe end, such that when the lobe end is away from the travel path, the sheet of material can pass substantially unimpeded past the cam nip, and when the lobe end is near the travel path, the sheet of material is nipped by the cam nip decelerating the sheet of material from the first speed to a second speed. | 12-05-2013 |
20140200712 | PALLETIZER FOR CORRUGATED BUNDLES - Techniques that palletize bundles at high-speed. A robotic controller includes a vision system that determines a location and orientation of incoming bundles, a tracking system that communicates between the controller and a conveyor, and a robot that coordinates its movement with the bundles. The tracking system identifies the location and orientation of each bundle, informs the controller, and causes the robot to track its location and orientation with incoming bundles. The controller receives information on the location and orientation of each bundle. The controller instructs the robot to move in coordination with each incoming bundle, instructs the robot where and at what orientation to pick up the bundle, and instructs the robot how to move the bundle to a tier-and-stacking position. The controller can instruct the robot how to pick up each bundle on the fly as the bundle moves into range on the incoming conveyor. | 07-17-2014 |
20150056055 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STACKING ITEMS - A method and apparatus are disclosed that allow items to be placed on a stack of items in a manner that minimizes interference with the existing stack. Further, a method and apparatus are disclosed for stacking items such that marking of the items is minimized while the item is stacked. In some embodiments, the method and apparatus may include employing a plurality of forks, where a first fork in the plurality includes a belt that rotates at least partially within a tapered housing of the fork. In some embodiments, the plurality of forks is vertically movable, and the method and apparatus may include a squaring mechanism that is separate from the plurality of forks. The overall throughput of the method and apparatus may be increased by employing this independent squaring mechanism. | 02-26-2015 |
Daniel P. Roth, Fort Wayne, IN US
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20090238244 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A RAKE RECEIVER - A rake receiver and method for operating a rake receiver is provided including receiving a signal in a rake receiver having at least one finger, each of the at least one finger characterized by a channel phase and a channel frequency, removing a phase and a portion of the frequency component of the signal in a first block of the at least one finger, and removing a remaining frequency component of the signal in a second block of the at least one finger. | 09-24-2009 |
Daniel Patrick Roth, Pewaukee, WI US
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20080291593 | Device protection using temperature compensation - Device protection using temperature compensation. A logic module associated with groups of capacitors adjusts complex impedance planes associated with the capacitor groups to account for ambient temperature variations. In particular, the logic module is configured to adjust a center of a circle of each complex impedance plane based on an average impedance. The average impedance for a selected capacitor group includes impedance measurements for groups other than the selected group, to prevent capacitor failures in that group from skewing the average. The logic module can adjust the circle center in response to changes in average impedance over periods of time. For example, the logic module can filter measured differences in average impedance using a low pass filter, to distinguish slow impedance changes caused by temperature variations and rapid impedance changes caused by capacitor failures. The logic module can adjust the circle center in accordance with the filtered difference value. | 11-27-2008 |
Darin Ledru Roth, Batavia, IA US
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20100108413 | Entire Machine Jog Drive - A work machine jog drive includes a jog motor configured to operate components of the work machine primary drive system in a slow controllable manner to operate performance system components of the work machine for adjustment, maintenance and other purposes. | 05-06-2010 |
David D. Roth, North Fond Du Lac, WI US
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20090146327 | CARBURETOR AND AUTOMATIC CHOKE ASSEMBLY FOR AN ENGINE - A carburetor configured for use with an internal combustion engine includes a body defining a passageway therein, a throttle lever including a cam surface, and a throttle valve positioned in the passageway and responsive to movement of the throttle lever. The throttle valve is configured to rotate about a first axis from a wide-open first position to a second position at least 50 degrees from the first position. The carburetor also includes a choke lever including a follower surface configured to be engaged by the cam surface and a choke valve positioned in the passageway and responsive to movement of the choke lever. One of the cam surface and the follower surface includes an arcuate segment having a constant radius centered on a second axis. The arcuate segment is sufficiently long such that the throttle valve is configured to move at least 15 degrees while the other of the cam surface and the follower surface engages the arcuate segment. | 06-11-2009 |
20110215486 | CARBURETOR INCLUDING ONE-PIECE FUEL-METERING INSERT - A carburetor includes a body, a throttle valve positioned in an air/fuel passageway in the body, a fuel bowl coupled to the body, a fuel bowl chamber at least partially defined by the fuel bowl, and a one-piece fuel-metering insert coupled to the body. The insert includes an idle circuit passageway having a first end in fluid communication with a fuel passageway in the body and a second end in fluid communication with the fuel bowl chamber. The insert also includes a main circuit passageway having a first end in fluid communication with the air/fuel passageway and a second end in fluid communication with the fuel bowl chamber. | 09-08-2011 |
20130099399 | CARBURETOR INCLUDING ONE-PIECE FUEL-METERING INSERT - A carburetor includes a body having an inner wall and an air/fuel passageway. An insert includes a base having a shape that closely matches the inner wall and a first tower having a first end disposed within the air/fuel passageway. A main circuit passageway is at least partially formed within the first tower and has a first end in fluid communication with the air/fuel passageway and a second end in fluid communication with the fuel bowl chamber. The main circuit passageway carries fuel from the fuel bowl chamber to the air/fuel passageway during engine operation when the throttle valve is opened. A second tower has a first end coupled to the base and a second end spaced away from the base. The first end of the first tower, the second end of the second tower, and the base are the sole engagement points between the insert and the body. | 04-25-2013 |
Debbie Lynn Roth, Olivet, SD US
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20080210541 | Distillation Process - The present invention relates to an improved process of distilling fermented mash, wherein one or more amylases and/or proteases are added to the fermentation mash before or during distillation. | 09-04-2008 |
20100041116 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING ETHANOL USING RAW STARCH - The present invention relates to methods for producing high levels of alcohol during fermentation of plant material, and to the high alcohol beer produced. The present invention also relates to methods for producing high protein distiller's dried grain from fermentation of plant material, and to the high protein distiller's dried grain produced. The present invention further relates to reduced stack emissions from drying distillation products from the production of ethanol. | 02-18-2010 |
Eldon Roth, Dakota Dunes, SD US
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20080260920 | METHOD FOR PACKAGING AND STORING FRESH MEAT PRODUCTS - A method of treating and storing fresh meat products includes applying an aqueous pH-modified solution in an effective amount to a surface of a fresh meat product at a surface penetrating force. The aqueous pH-modified solution that is applied has a pH that is compatible with the meat product and has a temperature that is compatible with a storage temperature at which the meat product will be stored. The method also includes maintaining the treated meat product in an atmosphere containing oxygen while the treated meat product is stored. Maintaining the treated meat product in the atmosphere containing oxygen may be accomplished by packaging the treated meat product in a package that includes an oxygen permeable film. In order to apply the aqueous pH-modified solution to the surface of the meat product at the surface penetrating force, the solution may be accelerated through a spray nozzle having an elongated orifice that provides a continuous curtain of the solution. The spray nozzle and/or the meat product are moved relative to each other to provide a consistent application force across the entire surface of the meat product. | 10-23-2008 |
20100159087 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR APPLYING TREATMENT MATERIALS TO FOODSTUFFS - High concentration, that is, strong antimicrobial treatment materials such as high concentration aqueous ammonia solutions or even liquid ammonia may be applied to a foodstuff without deleterious effects by controlling the temperature of the foodstuff at or immediately after the time of contact with the antimicrobial treatment material. In particular, ice crystals are maintained at or just below the surface of the foodstuff at or immediately after the time of contact with the antimicrobial treatment material. The ice crystals in the foodstuff inhibit absorption of the antimicrobial treatment material into the foodstuff. | 06-24-2010 |
20100317271 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING POULTRY CARCASSES FOR DEFEATHERING OPERATIONS - A process includes contacting a feathered poultry carcass with an ammonia-based treatment material to increase the pH at the skin of the carcass and thereby effect a loosening of the feathers on the carcass. After the contact with the ammonia-based treatment material, mild heat may be applied to the feathered carcass to further loosen the feathers. The prepared feathered carcass is then defeathered in a suitable defeathering process. Ammonia may be removed from the carcass before, after, and/or during defeathering. The defeathered carcass is then passed on for further processing to produce the final poultry product. | 12-16-2010 |
Frances Ann Roth, Cantonsville, MD US
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20090276502 | Network Switch with Shared Memory - A network switch that incorporates memory that can be shared by computers or processors connected to the network switch is provided. The network switch of the present invention is particularly suitable for use in a computer cluster, such as a Beowulf cluster, in which each computer in the cluster can use the shared memory resident in at least one of the network switches. | 11-05-2009 |
Gary Roth, Bristow, OK US
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20110308142 | BIORENEWABLE NAPHTHA - The present invention generally relates to a method for producing a naphtha product from a renewable feedstock. The method includes hydrotreating the renewable feedstock to produce a hydrotreating unit heavy fraction that includes n-paraffins, and hydrocracking the hydrotreating unit heavy fraction to produce a hydrocracking unit product that includes the naphtha product. The method also includes separating the naphtha fraction and optionally recycling the hydrocracking unit heavy fraction through the hydrocracking unit. The present invention also relates to a biorenewable naphtha product suitable for use as feed stock for steam crackers and catalytic reforming units, and for use as fuel, or fuel blend stock. | 12-22-2011 |
20110319683 | BIORENEWABLE NAPHTHA COMPOSITION AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - The present invention generally relates to a method for producing a naphtha product from a renewable feedstock. The method includes hydrotreating the renewable feedstock to produce a hydrotreating unit heavy fraction that includes n-paraffins, and hydrocracking the hydrotreating unit heavy fraction to produce a hydrocracking unit product that includes the naphtha product. The method also includes separating the naphtha fraction and optionally recycling the hydrocracking unit heavy fraction through the hydrocracking unit. The present invention also relates to a biorenewable naphtha product suitable for use as feed stock for steam crackers and catalytic reforming units, and for use as fuel, or fuel blend stock. | 12-29-2011 |
20120251424 | METHOD FOR THE REMOVAL OF PHOSPHORUS - A process for producing a hydrocarbon from biomass. A feed stream containing biomass having fatty acids, mono-, di-, and/or triglycerides, and a phosphorus content of between about 1 wppm and about 1,000 wppm is provided. A heated hydrocarbon solvent and a hydrogen-rich gas are provided. The feed stream, the heated hydrocarbon solvent, and the hydrogen-rich gas are combined in the presence of a low activity hydrogenation catalyst. A spent low activity hydrogenation catalyst is recovered at the end of a run wherein the spent low activity hydrogenation catalyst contains at least 3% by weight phosphorus. | 10-04-2012 |
20130131360 | BIORENEWABLE NAPHTHA - The present invention generally relates to a method for producing a naphtha product from a renewable feedstock. The method includes hydrotreating the renewable feedstock to produce a hydrotreating unit heavy fraction that includes n-paraffins, and hydrocracking the hydrotreating unit heavy fraction to produce a hydrocracking unit product that includes the naphtha product. The method also includes separating the naphtha fraction and optionally recycling the hydrocracking unit heavy fraction through the hydrocracking unit. The present invention also relates to a biorenewable naphtha product suitable for use as feed stock for steam crackers and catalytic reforming units, and for use as fuel, or fuel blend stock. | 05-23-2013 |
20140046103 | BIORENEWABLE NAPHTHA COMPOSITION - The present invention generally relates to a method for producing a naphtha product from a renewable feedstock. The method includes hydrotreating the renewable feedstock to produce a hydrotreating unit heavy fraction that includes n-paraffins, and hydrocracking the hydrotreating unit heavy fraction to produce a hydrocracking unit product that includes the naphtha product. The method also includes separating the naphtha fraction and optionally recycling the hydrocracking unit heavy fraction through the hydrocracking unit. The present invention also relates to a biorenewable naphtha product suitable for use as feed stock for steam crackers and catalytic reforming units, and for use as fuel, or fuel blend stock. | 02-13-2014 |
20140261715 | REDUCING PRESSURE DROP BUILDUP IN BIO-OIL HYDROPROCESSING REACTORS - A method is provided involving reducing a pressure drop across a hydroprocessing reactor having a reactor feed and producing a hydroprocessing product, where the reactor feed includes a bio-oil feed and a hydrocarbon diluent; and the step of reducing the pressure drop comprises stopping or substantially reducing the bio-oil feed supplied to the reactor and supplying the hydrocarbon diluent to the reactor with a mass flux of at least about 1,000 lb/hr/ft | 09-18-2014 |
20140350314 | BIORENEWABLE NAPHTHA - The present technology generally relates to a method for producing a naphtha product from a biorenewable feedstock. The method includes hydrotreating the biorenewable feedstock to produce a hydrocarbon product stream, hydrocracking hydrocarbons from the hydrocarbon product stream to produce a distribution of cracked hydrocarbons, and separating a biorenewable naphtha fraction from the distribution of cracked hydrocarbons. | 11-27-2014 |
Geoffrey N. Roth, Goshen, IN US
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20100291539 | METHODOLOGY FOR DETECTION, ENUMERATION, PROPAGATION AND MANIPULATION OF BACTERIOPHAGES - A method to propagate, enumerate and quantify bacteriophage(s) in a water sample or other aqueous sample was designed which contains ingredients to stimulate the growth of select bacterial species which are susceptible to infection by specific bacteriophage(s), in which interfering background organisms are either inhibited or inconsequential. Important features of the medium include oxidation-reduction compounds producing colored and/or fluorescent products, chromogenic and/or fluorogenic enzyme substrates, and temperature-independent gelling agent(s). A preferred combination is the growth medium containing 2,3,5-triphenyl tetrazolium chloride, 5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-B-D-galactoside, and appropriate gelling agents, which (when properly used) produces a dark red bacterial lawn containing teal blue-green, irregularly circular spots representing individual phage plaque, all discernible to the eye in visible light. The procedure can also be readily applied towards automatic counting systems under artificial illumination. The procedure can be employed with water samples and with elution buffers that can retain bacteriophages in suspension following contact by the buffer with foods, soils, hard surfaces and other solids that may be contaminated by bacteriophages. | 11-18-2010 |
20110027866 | CARRIER PIECE AND METHOD FOR PREPARING CULTURE MEDIA - The method provides a simple, accurate and inexpensive way to prepare culture media for conducting microbiological analysis with an absolute minimum of facilities, extraneous equipment and time consuming procedures. The invention introduces the use of a carrier piece that is suitable for carrying a reactant material for combining with growth media. The carrier piece may be formed using (non-)porous, (non-)absorbent material, including paper, plastic, gum, fabric, or acetate. The carrier piece carries a single one or a combination of various reactant materials that are released into the medium or medium/test sample mixture upon contact therewith. The reactant materials may include, among other things, nutrients, inhibitors, including antibiotics and bile salts, enzyme substrates, and/or a catalyst for a gelling agent contained in the growth medium. The growth medium, the carrier piece with the appropriate reactant material(s), and the test sample can be easily packaged and sold separately or as a kit and used anywhere. | 02-03-2011 |
20120225449 | Method and appraratus utilizing enzyme substrates producing slow diffusing fluorescent product appearances and chromogens, and use in combination with fast diffusing product appearances - A new method of rapid detection of cells, microorganisms, or other items is described using various combinations of indicator enzyme substrates which can yield fluorophoric and chromophoric appearances due to reaction with enzymes. An aspect of the invention is the use of a family of compounds producing both slow diffusing fluorophoric appearances and a family of compounds identified as dual enzyme substrates producing both fluorophoric and chromogenic appearances. | 09-06-2012 |
20130337489 | Method for Improved Detection of Microorganisms and the Like - A method is provided of applying a test sample to a fibrous pad containing growth media which uses unaccelerated dispersion and deposition of the microorganism. | 12-19-2013 |
George Roth, Fairfield, CT US
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20110217860 | Fluidics Interface System - A leak resistant electrical connector configured as a fluidic barrier between a fluidics device, which may comprise a chemFET sensor, and other electrical circuitry wherein the fluidics device further comprises one or more electrical contacts conductively coupled to one or more electrical contacts associated with the electrical circuitry through the connector. | 09-08-2011 |
20120143531 | FLUIDICS INTERFACE SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system including a communication interface to communicatively couple to a sensor cartridge, a fluidic subsystem to exchange a reagent solution with the sensor cartridge, and a computational circuitry communicatively coupled to the communication interface and the fluidic subsystem. The computation circuitry is to monitor a sensor signal of a sensor of the sensor cartridge, detect a leak based on the sensor signal, and control fluid flow of the fluidic subsystem in response to detecting. | 06-07-2012 |
George S. Roth, Pylesville, MP US
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20090252834 | Compositions comprising glucose anti-metabolites - Disclosed herein are compositions comprising mannoheptulose. The compositions may be in the form of treats, kibbles, supplements, gravies, drinking waters, yoghurts, powders, suspensions and combinations thereof. The composition may be nutritionally balanced. The composition may be partially extruded. | 10-08-2009 |
20090253642 | MIMICKING THE METABOLIC EFFECTS OF CALORIC RESTRICTION BY ADMINISTRATION OF GLUCOSE ANTI-METABOLITES - Methods of maintaining and/or attenuating a decline in the quality of life of a mammal comprising the step of administering to the mammal a composition comprising an effective amount of mannoheptulose wherein the effective amount of mannoheptulose provides a dosage to the mammal on a daily basis from about 0.001 gram per kilogram of body weight of the mammal to about 1 gram per kilogram of body weight of the mammal. | 10-08-2009 |
20120282373 | Compositions Comprising a Glucose Anti-Metabolite and Selenium - A composition including a glucose anti-metabolite and selenium. The composition can be for a companion animal. The composition can include added selenium and endogenous selenium. The composition can be a nutritionally balanced pet food composition. | 11-08-2012 |
20120283197 | Compositions Comprising a Glucose Anti-Metabolite, BHA, and/or BHT - A composition including a glucose anti-metabolite, BHA, and/or BHT. The composition can be for a companion animal. The composition can be a nutritionally balanced pet food composition. | 11-08-2012 |
20140031313 | Mimicking the Metabolic Effects of Caloric Restriction by Administration of Glucose Anti-Metabolites - Methods of maintaining and/or attenuating a decline in the quality of life of a mammal comprising the step of administering to the mammal a composition comprising an effective amount of mannoheptulose wherein the effective amount of mannoheptulose provides a dosage to the mammal on a daily basis from about 0.001 gram per kilogram of body weight of the mammal to about 1 gram per kilogram of body weight of the mammal. | 01-30-2014 |
George Thomas Roth, Fairfield, CT US
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20090053724 | System and method for adaptive reagent control in nucleic acid sequencing - An embodiment of a method for adaptive reagent control is described that comprising a) introducing a first concentration of an enzyme reagent into a reaction environment with a reaction substrate, where the enzyme reagent and reaction substrate are constituent parts of a sequencing process; b) measuring a level of activity of the first concentration of the enzyme reagent in the reaction environment, where the level of activity comprises a measurable product of a reaction between the enzyme reagent and the reaction substrate; c) identifying an optimal concentration using the measured level of activity of the first concentration; and d) performing the sequencing process in the reaction environment using the optimal concentration of the enzyme reagent, where the sequencing process comprises an iterative series of sequencing reactions. | 02-26-2009 |
Gregory P. Roth, Oviedo, FL US
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20090054312 | SMIPs: Small molecule inhibitors of p27 depletion in cancers and other proliferative diseases - Methods are provided for screening for SMIPs (small molecule inhibitors of p27 depletion). The SMIPs thus identified are useful for treating cancers and other proliferative diseases. | 02-26-2009 |
Gregory Paul Roth, Oviedo, FL US
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20120046329 | MODULATORS OF NOD1 AND NOD2 SIGNALING, METHODS OF IDENTIFYING MODULATORS OF NOD1 AND NOD2 SIGNALING, AND USES THEREOF - Disclosed herein are compositions and methods relating to modulators of Nod-like Receptors NOD1 (NLRC1) and NOD2 (NLRC2) signaling. Further provided are methods of identifying modulators of Nod-like Receptors NOD1 and NOD2 activity. Further provided are compositions and methods for treating or preventing inflammation, including diseases associated with inflammation such as inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), pancreatitis, arthritis, asthma, psoriasis. Alzheimer's disease, cardiovascular disease (arteritis), diabetes, and sepsis. | 02-23-2012 |
Gwynne Roth, Germantown, MD US
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20100285473 | THERMOPHILIC HELICASE DEPENDENT AMPLIFICATION TECHNOLOGY WITH ENDPOINT HOMOGENOUS FLUORESCENT DETECTION - Disclosed herein are methods of amplifying a target nucleic acid in a helicase-dependent reaction. Also disclosed are methods of amplifying and detecting a target nucleic acid in a helicase-dependent reaction as well as modified detection labels to assist in the detection. | 11-11-2010 |
James Noel Roth, Las Vegas, NV US
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20090260731 | Dielectric smart card protector sleeve - A smart card holder or passport holder has two sides sealed together at three edges to leave an interior space dimensioned and configured to hold a smart card or passport. The sides have multiple layers: a first layer of dielectric material which substantially covers entirety of both sides, a second layer of structural material to add strength, and a third layer of soft material which protects any magnetic stripe on a card or the like from the dielectric material. The sides may be sealed by means of RF welding in order to minimize gaps between the sides. In use, the device prevents unauthorized RF remote access to the smart card chip or passport chip. | 10-22-2009 |
Jason Peter Roth, Watkinsville, GA US
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20100316991 | HUMAN PARAINFLUENZA VIRUS TYPE 3 EXPRESSING THE ENHANCED GREEN FLUORESCENT PROTEIN FOR USE IN HIGH-THROUGHPUT ANTIVIRAL ASSAYS - Disclosed herein is a recombinant human parainfluenza virus expressing the enhanced green fluorescent protein. Methods of making and methods of using a recombinant human parainfluenza virus expressing the enhanced green fluorescent protein are also disclosed. A recombinant human parainfluenza virus expressing the enhanced green fluorescent protein was rescued and evaluated for its use in antiviral assays. Without limiting the invention, in one example, there is provided a cDNA clone of SEQ ID NO: 1. | 12-16-2010 |
Jason Todd Roth, Orlando, FL US
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20100078157 | System and Method of Cooling and Ventilating For an Electronics Cabinet - A system and method of cooling and ventilating for an electronics cabinet is disclosed. In a particular embodiment, the system includes a cooling unit and a distribution unit in communication with the cooling unit to blow supply air through at least one main supply line. The system further includes at least one supply branch line connected to the at least one main supply line, at least one cabinet supply line connected to the at least one supply branch line, and at least one cabinet having an inlet port and an exit port, wherein the at least one cabinet supply line is connected to the inlet port. In addition, the system includes at least one cabinet return line connected to the exit port and a main return line to receive air exiting from the at least one cabinet, wherein the main return line is in communication with the cooling unit. | 04-01-2010 |
Jeff Roth, Phoenix, AZ US
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20100049748 | PERFORMANCE OF CONTROL PROCESSES AND MANAGEMENT OF RISK INFORMATION - Control processes are managed within an organization, the organization including a plurality of divisions, by receiving process data provided from a first local user associated with a first division of the organization, the first local user providing the data via a first user interface, and the data defining one or more processes associated with the first division. The process data is stored in a database to be associated with the first division. The stored process data is provided to a second local user, associated with a second division of the organization, for selection of a process associated with the first division. The selection of the second user is received and stored in the database as further being associated with the second division. | 02-25-2010 |
Jerry Roth, Sanford, FL US
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20100125057 | TOPICAL SKIN CARE COMPOSITION - A cream base for the topical application of skin care therapeutics and a process for making the cream base. In one embodiment, the therapeutic is tretinoin, hydroquinone and fluocinolone acetonide for the treatment of hyperpigmented skin conditions, such as melasma. | 05-20-2010 |
20110178051 | TOPICAL SKIN CARE COMPOSITION - A cream base for the topical application of skin care therapeutics and a process for making the cream base. In one embodiment, the therapeutic is tretinoin, hydroquinone and fluocinolone acetonide for the treatment of hyperpigmented skin conditions, such as melasma. | 07-21-2011 |
20120263666 | TOPICAL SKIN CARE COMPOSITION - A cream base for the topical application of skin care therapeutics and a process for making the cream base. In one embodiment, the therapeutic is tretinoin, hydroquinone and fluocinolone acetonide for the treatment of hyperpigmented skin conditions, such as melasma. | 10-18-2012 |
20140171399 | TOPICAL SKIN CARE COMPOSITION - A cream base for the topical application of skin care therapeutics and a process for making the cream base. In one embodiment, the therapeutic is tretinoin, hydroquinone and fluocinolone acetonide for the treatment of hyperpigmented skin conditions, such as melasma. | 06-19-2014 |
Jonathan N Roth, Goshen, IN US
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20100291539 | METHODOLOGY FOR DETECTION, ENUMERATION, PROPAGATION AND MANIPULATION OF BACTERIOPHAGES - A method to propagate, enumerate and quantify bacteriophage(s) in a water sample or other aqueous sample was designed which contains ingredients to stimulate the growth of select bacterial species which are susceptible to infection by specific bacteriophage(s), in which interfering background organisms are either inhibited or inconsequential. Important features of the medium include oxidation-reduction compounds producing colored and/or fluorescent products, chromogenic and/or fluorogenic enzyme substrates, and temperature-independent gelling agent(s). A preferred combination is the growth medium containing 2,3,5-triphenyl tetrazolium chloride, 5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-B-D-galactoside, and appropriate gelling agents, which (when properly used) produces a dark red bacterial lawn containing teal blue-green, irregularly circular spots representing individual phage plaque, all discernible to the eye in visible light. The procedure can also be readily applied towards automatic counting systems under artificial illumination. The procedure can be employed with water samples and with elution buffers that can retain bacteriophages in suspension following contact by the buffer with foods, soils, hard surfaces and other solids that may be contaminated by bacteriophages. | 11-18-2010 |
20110027866 | CARRIER PIECE AND METHOD FOR PREPARING CULTURE MEDIA - The method provides a simple, accurate and inexpensive way to prepare culture media for conducting microbiological analysis with an absolute minimum of facilities, extraneous equipment and time consuming procedures. The invention introduces the use of a carrier piece that is suitable for carrying a reactant material for combining with growth media. The carrier piece may be formed using (non-)porous, (non-)absorbent material, including paper, plastic, gum, fabric, or acetate. The carrier piece carries a single one or a combination of various reactant materials that are released into the medium or medium/test sample mixture upon contact therewith. The reactant materials may include, among other things, nutrients, inhibitors, including antibiotics and bile salts, enzyme substrates, and/or a catalyst for a gelling agent contained in the growth medium. The growth medium, the carrier piece with the appropriate reactant material(s), and the test sample can be easily packaged and sold separately or as a kit and used anywhere. | 02-03-2011 |
20120225449 | Method and appraratus utilizing enzyme substrates producing slow diffusing fluorescent product appearances and chromogens, and use in combination with fast diffusing product appearances - A new method of rapid detection of cells, microorganisms, or other items is described using various combinations of indicator enzyme substrates which can yield fluorophoric and chromophoric appearances due to reaction with enzymes. An aspect of the invention is the use of a family of compounds producing both slow diffusing fluorophoric appearances and a family of compounds identified as dual enzyme substrates producing both fluorophoric and chromogenic appearances. | 09-06-2012 |
20130337489 | Method for Improved Detection of Microorganisms and the Like - A method is provided of applying a test sample to a fibrous pad containing growth media which uses unaccelerated dispersion and deposition of the microorganism. | 12-19-2013 |
Karen Q. Roth, West Palm Beach, FL US
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20110179671 | RECONFIGURABLE FOOTWEAR - An article of footwear has hooks which may be attached to the inner and outer peripheral edge of the sole (e.g., two or more on each side) to secure different strap or upper covering options. The footwear (shoe/sandal) is only functional when the straps/upper covering are attached to the sole of the shoe/sandal via the hooks. The design of the hook provides a securing method to removably connect the straps to the sole of the shoe/sandal. | 07-28-2011 |
Kevin Roth, Birmingham, AL US
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20110064721 | CATHEPSIN-D NEUROPROTECTION - Provided herein are methods and compositions for promoting neuroprotection in a subject and for treating a neural disorder associated with protein aggregation comprising administering to the subject an agent that increases expression or activity of cathepsin-D. Also provided are methods of screening for agents that increase expression or activity of cathepsin-D and methods of screening for neuroprotective agents. | 03-17-2011 |
Kevin A. Roth, Birmingham, AL US
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20080221150 | Prevention of Neurodegeneration by Macrolide Antibiotics - The present disclosure describes the use of macrolide antibiotics to prevent neurodegeneration and to treat or prevent disease and conditions which involve neurodegeneration. While not being limited to a specific mechanism of action, in one embodiment, the macrolide antibiotics inhibit neurodegeneration caused by lysosomal and/or mitochondrial dysfunction. The present disclosure contemplates the use of any macrolide antibiotic and pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives thereof. In a specific embodiment, the macrolide antibiotics include bafilomycin A1, bafilomycin B1 and concanamycin. | 09-11-2008 |
Kristian Roth, Germantown, MD US
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20110143947 | Assay Apparatuses, Consumables and Methods - We describe apparatuses, method, reagents, and kits for conducting assays as well as process for their preparation. They are particularly well suited for conducting automated sampling, sample preparation, and analysis in a multi-well plate assay format. For example, they may be used for automated analysis of liquid samples in a clinical point of care setting. | 06-16-2011 |
20120178091 | Assay Cartridges and Methods of Using the Same - Assay cartridges are described that have purification, reaction, and detection zones and other fluidic components which can include sample chambers, waste chambers, conduits, vents, reagent chambers, reconstitution chambers and the like. The assay cartridges are used to conduct multiplexed nucleic acid measurements. Also described are kits including such cartridges, methods of using the same, and a reader configured to analyze an assay conducted using an assay cartridge. | 07-12-2012 |
Laurence Roth, Vienna, VA US
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20120084309 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MATCHING COUPLES WITH EVENTS - Methods and systems are disclosed that identify date elements for a client, determine whether the identified date elements are excluded based on client profile information, determine whether the identified date elements are excluded based on respective profile information of two or more of the members of the client, and provide to the client one or more of the identified date elements that are consistent with the client profile information or the profile information of the two or more of the members. | 04-05-2012 |
Louis Roth, Lafayette, LA US
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20120061528 | Method and apparatus for gripping a tubular - A gripping apparatus for engaging a tubular. In one embodiment, the gripping apparatus comprises a collet structure adapted to receive the end of a tubular therein. A barrel is moveably engaged with the collet structure and is moveable from an open position to a made-up position. The collet structure comprises a substantially cylindrical top section and a bottom section that is divided into a plurality of elongate blades each having a gripping structure formed at an unsupported end thereof. In the made-up position, a flared bottom section of the barrel engages and compresses the respective gripping structures, flexing the blades inwardly and causing engagement of the gripping structures with the sidewall of the tubular. In one embodiment, the barrel is slidably engaged with the collet. In an alternative embodiment, the barrel takes the form of a nut that is threadably engaged with the collet. | 03-15-2012 |
Mark J. Roth, Chevy Chase, MD US
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20090111762 | METHOD OF DIAGNOSING AND TREATING CANCER USING B-CATENIN SPLICE VARIANTS - The invention relates to method of diagnosing and treating cancer, in particular β-catenin related cancers. The invention further relates to methods of identifying CTNNB1 related cancer CTNNB1 therapeutics. | 04-30-2009 |
Matthew Roth, Chaska, MN US
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20110056932 | MICROWAVE POPCORN BAG CONSTRUCTION WITH SEAL ARRANGEMENT FOR CONTAINING OIL/FAT, MICROWAVE POPCORN PRODUCT, AND METHODS - Microwaveable popcorn arrangements are provided, the arrangement being a bag having a popcorn charge of popcorn kernels and oil/fat component therein. The arrangements include folded bags having preferred, internal, seal and/or adhesive field configurations. The preferred configurations inhibit the undesired flow of oil/fat from the popcorn charge. Microwave popcorn products and methods of preparation and use, are provided. | 03-10-2011 |
Matthew R. Roth, Metamora, IL US
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20080295484 | Method and system for maintaining aftertreatment efficiency - A method is provided for compensating for factors affecting particulate matter accumulation within an aftertreatment element of an engine exhaust system. The method comprises determining rate of change of flow resistance through the aftertreatment element with time. Regeneration is periodically initiated to reduce particulate matter accumulation within the aftertreatment element. Rate of change of flow resistance through the aftertreatment element over time is correlated with at least a model of particulate matter accumulation within the aftertreatment element and a model of regeneration frequency of the aftertreatment element, based on predetermined values for particulate matter accumulation and regeneration frequency. Action, at least including increasing regeneration frequency, is initiated to compensate for an increased rate of particulate matter accumulation in the aftertreatment element. | 12-04-2008 |
Matthew Robert Roth, Metamora, IL US
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20080295486 | Exhaust treatment system implementing temporary engine control - An exhaust treatment system associated with a power source is disclosed. The exhaust treatment system may have a filter located to remove particulate matter from a flow of exhaust, and a regeneration device located proximal the filter. The exhaust treatment system may also have a fluid handling component located upstream of the power source to vary an amount of oxygen in the flow of exhaust, and a controller in communication with the regeneration device and the fluid handling component. The controller may determine a need for filter regeneration, and determine an adjustment to the fluid handling component required to provide sufficient oxygen in the exhaust flow for filter regeneration. The controller may further determine an effect the adjustment will have on operation of the power source, and determine an correction for the power source to account for the effect. The controller may substantially simultaneously implement the adjustment and the correction. | 12-04-2008 |
Michael D. Roth, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20100212986 | METHODS FOR PROVIDING SECURE AND TRANSPARENT CACHED IGNITION INTERLOCK DATA - Generally, in accordance with various exemplary embodiments of the present invention, the present method comprises collecting data from breath alcohol ignition interlock devices (“BIID” or “IID”), uploading the data from an IID to a central database, pairing said data with secure transactional data to provide one or more secure transactional stamp(s), storing said data and said paired secure transactional stamp(s) in said central database, producing a report comprising said data and said paired transactional stamp, and providing said report to an authorized third party. Preferably, the transactional stamp comprising the name of personnel, time, and any changes made to the data collected from the IID is generated and attached to the data. Further, the present invention discloses methods for transactional stamping all reviews of the IID data and/or all client input data to produce a secure report, admissible under the Federal Rules of Evidence. | 08-26-2010 |
20130346148 | PERSONAL PROFILE BROADCASTING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The invention comprises a profile system and/or a profile matching system. In the profile matching system, a profile of an individual is optionally linked to a second profile using a matching system. For example, a broadcast profile of an individual is matched with any of: (1) a second individual, (2) a group, (3) a piece of property, (4) a cluster of property, (5) an event, and (6) a company. Matching of profiles allows personalized service to the individual and more efficient use of resources. | 12-26-2013 |
20150015368 | PASSIVE IGNITION INTERLOCK IDENTIFICATION APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The invention comprises a personal identification device used in function of a peripheral device and/or for communication with an external network. In one embodiment, a non-removable personal identification device communicates presence of a specific individual to a peripheral device, such as an ignition interlock device, a tracking system, and/or a communication system or person, such as a police network, an enforcement agency, a regulatory network, a supervisor, and/or a parent or guardian. For example, information related to the peripheral device reliant in part on the presence of the personal identification device is communicated with the remote system. Optionally, any information associated with the personal identification device and/or the peripheral device is maintained in a secure format warranting true information, usable in a legal setting. | 01-15-2015 |
20150019948 | HUB APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF FOR UPDATING MICROSITES - The invention comprises a hub apparatus and method of use thereof for generating and/or updating a plurality of microsites. In one case, initially a controller updates a hub with a limited number of parameters common to a large number of microsites. Subsequently, the hub is used to update common parameters across a number of microsites. Updated parameters common to the microsites include: a string of text, microsite information, an image, an animation, a video, a banner, a background, a skin, a rendered image, hidden information, and/or any other microsite element. In another case, microsites are generated with user specific information, such as based on a user profile and/or commonalities between the user profile and products/services offered by a company. | 01-15-2015 |
20150054628 | PERSONAL MEDICAL MONITORING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The invention comprises a wearable personal communication device containing a profile system and/or a profile matching system coupled with a medical sensor and communication means to communicate with an outside system, such as an emergency response system, an enforcement office, a regulatory system, and/or a vehicle ignition system. Optionally, transferred data is sent wirelessly, in a secured format, and/or through use of a digital certificate. | 02-26-2015 |
20150058110 | PERSONAL PROFILE APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The invention comprises a profile system and/or a profile matching system. The profile system uses profiles to track one or more of an individual, a piece of property, an event, and/or a business. In the profile matching system, a first profile is linked to a second profile using a matching system. For example, a profile of an individual is matched to a company or a profile of any of: (1) an individual, (2) a group, (3) a piece of property, (4) a cluster of property, (5) an event, and (6) a company is linked to one or more of a person, a good, a location, and/or a business. Matching of profiles allows personalized service to the individual and more efficient use of company resources. | 02-26-2015 |
20150058133 | PERSONAL PROFILE RECEIVING APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The invention comprises a profile system and/or a profile matching system. In the profile matching system, a profile of an individual is received by an external system, such as a company. The received profiled is matched with any of: (1) a second individual, (2) a group, (3) a piece of property, (4) a cluster of property, (5) an event, and (6) a company. A determined match is communicated back to the individual, such as directly to a device worn by the individual and/or indirectly, such as through a phone or tablet of the individual. | 02-26-2015 |
Michael J. Roth, Delphi, IN US
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20100154568 | Analytical Instruments, Assemblies, and Methods - Sample inlet components are provided that can include a skimmer associated with a conduit, with the skimmer defining an opening configured to receive at least some sample exiting the conduit. The conduit can have a first end extending to a second end, with the first end configured as an entrance for the sample and the second end configured as an exit for the sample. The second end of the conduit can include at least two portions, a first portion of the two portions being located physically closer to the skimmer than a second portion of the two portions. Sample introduction methods are provided that can include propelling sample from a conduit aligned with an opening of a skimmer. The majority of the sample can exit the conduit in a direction other than toward the opening of the skimmer. | 06-24-2010 |
Michael J. Roth, Raymond, MS US
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20090239977 | SELF-LEVELING CEMENTITIOUS COMPOSITION WITH CONTROLLED RATE OF STRENGTH DEVELOPMENT AND ULTRA-HIGH COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH UPON HARDENING AND ARTICLES MADE FROM SAME - A self-leveling cementitious mixture with excellent flow properties and which hardens with a controlled rate of strength development to an ultra-high compressive strength composite composition for use in making articles such as cementitious armor panel with ballistic and blast resistant properties including: a continuous phase resulting from the curing of an aqueous mixture, in the absence of silica flour, of inorganic cement binder, inorganic mineral filler having a particle size of about 150-450 microns, pozzolanic mineral filler, polycarboxylate based self-leveling agent and water. The cementitious mixture may include alkanolamine, such as triethanolamine, and acid or acid salt, such as tartaric acid. The cementitious composition may be reinforced with reinforcing fibers, e.g. glass fibers, in an amount of about 0.5-6.0% by volume of the overall cementitious composition. The fibers are uniformly dispersed in the cementitious composition before it is cured to form a final cementitious armor panel. | 09-24-2009 |
20100229714 | CEMENT BASED LAMINATED ARMOR PANELS - A cementitious panel with ballistic and blast resistant properties having a core layer of ultra-high compressive strength composite and at least one skin layer. The panels can also be used in walls, ceiling and flooring panels which require high compressive strength for resistance to earthquakes and surfaces resistant to surface abuse such as in prison and other institutions. The panel core layer has a continuous cementitious phase resulting from the curing of an aqueous mixture, in the absence of silica flour, of inorganic cement binder, inorganic mineral filler having a particle size of about 150-450 microns, a pozzolanic mineral filler, polycarboxylate based superplasticizer, alkanolamine and acid or alkali metal acid salt; and water. The mixture may be uniformly reinforced with fiber added before curing. The cementitious core layer is then reinforced with the skin, such as fiber reinforced polymer, attached to at least one panel surface. | 09-16-2010 |
20100229715 | CEMENT BASED ARMOR PANEL SYSTEM - A cementitious armor panel assembly including cementitious armor panel with ballistic and blast resistant properties attached to a frame structure to produce a protective structure. The cementitious armor panels have a continuous phase resulting from the curing of an aqueous mixture of an inorganic cement binder, an inorganic mineral filler having a particle size of about 150-450 microns, a pozzolanic mineral filler, a polycarboxylate based superplasticizer self-leveling agent, and water. The mixture may also contain alkanolamine, and acid or acid salt. Prior to curing, the continuous phase is reinforced with fiber uniformly distributed in the continuous phase before it is cured to form the panel. The panel may be reinforced with a skin attached to at least one surface of the panel. | 09-16-2010 |
20110000514 | Transportable Modular Configuration for Holding Panels - A configuration, all components of which are man portable in some embodiments, for holding panels to protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds panels along a side of the frame. Multiple frames are connected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. Frames include provisions for connection in a vertical configuration so as to allow stacking of the frames to increase the height of the barrier. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-06-2011 |
20110005695 | Transportable Modular System Permitting Isolation of Assets - A system comprising inexpensive composite panels and a configuration that holds them, all components of which are man portable. Select embodiments protect assets against external force and impacts from airborne projectiles. An open box-like stackable frame module holds thin panels along a longitudinal axis of the frame. Multiple frames a reconnected to construct a protective barrier, such as a wall. The panels may be formulated of a very high strength portland cement-based concrete with one side, both sides, or both sides and all edges, covered with elastic material, the combination of which significantly reduces penetration of projectiles. A panel may be covered with specially formulated elastic material comprising multiple layers, each layer of a different type or thickness of elastic material. The elastic material may include reinforcing material such as fabric woven from available COTS high-strength fibers. The panels may be fabricated using basic means available in rural locations. A method of installing is also provided. | 01-13-2011 |
20140130438 | TRANSPORTABLE MODULAR SYSTEM FOR COVERED ISOLATION OF ASSETS - An easily assembled, transportable, re-deployable, modular, protective, double-roof system is disclosed which is compatible with other Modular Protective System (MPS) components and can be assembled in a variety of configurations to provide soldiers and equipment with protective enclosures. | 05-15-2014 |
Michael W. Roth, Greenville, WI US
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20110174791 | HYDRAULICALLY DRIVEN DUAL OPERATOR WELDING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Welding systems including a hydraulically driven welding power supply adapted to utilize hydraulic primary power to generate a first welding output for a first welding operation and a second welding output for a second welding operation are provided. Such welding systems may include control circuitry coupled to the hydraulically driven welding power supply and adapted to enable the hydraulically driven welding power supply to provide the first welding output and the second welding output at the same time to enable a first welding operator and a second welding operator to perform the first welding operation and the second welding operation, respectively, at the same time. | 07-21-2011 |
Michael W. Roth, Columbia, MD US
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20090256904 | System and Method for 3-Dimensional Display of Image Data - Disclosed is a system for a 3-dimensional display that includes at least one eyepiece having first and second eyepiece sockets, having a first display contained in said first eyepiece socket associated with a first eye, two eye cameras mounted such that a first eye camera tracks eye reference points of said first eye and a second eye camera tracks reference points of a second eye, a processor for providing overall control of said at least one eyepiece; a second display; and a main processor; signals are transmitted between said main processor and said at least one eyepiece, wherein said two eye cameras track said reference points, said eyepiece transceiver transmits said reference points to said main processor via said main transceiver, said main processor generates image data based on said reference points and transmits said image data to said displays to produce a 3-dimensional image. | 10-15-2009 |
Nadine Roth, Warsaw, IN US
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20090076620 | Modular Prosthesis and Locking Nut Therefor - A modular prosthesis is provided having a first and second prosthesis component and a locking nut. The first prosthesis component is configured to include a mating surface and a threaded shaft extending from the mating surface. The locking nut is formed to include a distal end having a shaped surface. The second prosthesis component is configured to include a mating surface, a nut-receiving cavity and a bore. The mating surface of the second prosthesis component is configured to mate with the mating surface of the first prosthesis component. The nut-receiving cavity is configured to receive the locking nut therein and to have a shaped bottom wall configured to engage the shaped surface of the locking nut. The bore communicates with the nut-receiving cavity through the shaped bottom wall and the mating surface and is sized to receive the threaded shaft therethrough. The threaded shaft, locking nut, bore and cavity are configured so that when the threaded shaft of the first prosthesis extends through the bore and the locking nut is received in the nut-receiving cavity and tightened onto the threaded shaft, the distal end of the locking nut is urged into engagement in multiple locations with the bottom wall of the cavity and the mating surfaces of the first and second components are urged into engagement. | 03-19-2009 |
Neil A. Roth, Germantown Hills, IL US
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20100299032 | CONTROL ENGINE SPEED WITHIN A MACHINE - An apparatus and a method for controlling an engine are disclosed. Control means ( | 11-25-2010 |
20110320095 | CONTROL SYSTEM HAVING LOAD-ADJUSTED ECONOMY MODE - A control system for a mobile machine is disclosed. The control system may have an engine configured to propel the mobile machine, at least one operator input device configured to indicate a desired engine speed and a desired mode of operation, and a controller in communication with the engine and the at least one operator input device. The controller may be configured to make a comparison of a current torque of the engine to an available torque, and to selectively adjust a speed of the engine from the desired engine speed based on the desired mode of operation and based on the comparison. | 12-29-2011 |
Nicholas A. Roth, Dakota Dunes, SD US
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20100159087 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR APPLYING TREATMENT MATERIALS TO FOODSTUFFS - High concentration, that is, strong antimicrobial treatment materials such as high concentration aqueous ammonia solutions or even liquid ammonia may be applied to a foodstuff without deleterious effects by controlling the temperature of the foodstuff at or immediately after the time of contact with the antimicrobial treatment material. In particular, ice crystals are maintained at or just below the surface of the foodstuff at or immediately after the time of contact with the antimicrobial treatment material. The ice crystals in the foodstuff inhibit absorption of the antimicrobial treatment material into the foodstuff. | 06-24-2010 |
20100317271 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING POULTRY CARCASSES FOR DEFEATHERING OPERATIONS - A process includes contacting a feathered poultry carcass with an ammonia-based treatment material to increase the pH at the skin of the carcass and thereby effect a loosening of the feathers on the carcass. After the contact with the ammonia-based treatment material, mild heat may be applied to the feathered carcass to further loosen the feathers. The prepared feathered carcass is then defeathered in a suitable defeathering process. Ammonia may be removed from the carcass before, after, and/or during defeathering. The defeathered carcass is then passed on for further processing to produce the final poultry product. | 12-16-2010 |
Noah Roth, Atlanta, GA US
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20100036473 | HEATABLE DELIVERY DEVICE - A deployment device is provided for delivery and placement of a polymeric implant and/or stent with a polymeric coating in a body passageway. The deployment device can be used to provide temperature controlled inflation fluid and/or temperature adjusted inflation fluid to locally heat the polymeric implant and or stent with a polymeric coating to achieve a relatively softer polymeric phase, reducing the risk of fracture of the polymeric implant and or stent with a polymeric coating during expansion. | 02-11-2010 |
20120041412 | BIODEGRADABLE PROTRUSIONS ON INFLATABLE DEVICE - A medical device for insertion and expansion in a body passageway. The medical device includes an inflatable device such as a balloon that is designed to be inflated and deflated while positioned in the body passageway. The inflatable device is inflatable by inserting a fluid in an internal cavity of the inflatable device. The inflatable device includes an outer surface that has a surface structure or micro-surface structure which is designed to at least partially penetrate into an inner wall of the body passageway when the inflatable device is inflated. | 02-16-2012 |
Noah M. Roth, Atlanta, GA US
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20100042206 | BIOABSORBABLE COATINGS FOR MEDICAL DEVICES - A medical device that is designed to be introduced into a vascular system of a body. | 02-18-2010 |
Richard F. Roth, Brookline, NH US
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20080260333 | REPLACEMENT OPTICAL CONNECTOR - A first mating unit for engaging a second mating unit of an optical connector is described. The first mating unit includes a connector sleeve, a connector housing connected to one end of the connector sleeve, and a ferrule carrier inserted into the connector sleeve opposite the connector housing. The connector housing is substantially shaped to mate with the second mating unit. The ferrule carrier is removably engaged to the connector sleeve and adapted to connect with an optical fiber cable. | 10-23-2008 |
20100081303 | HIGH DENSITY PLUGGABLE ELECTRICAL AND OPTICAL CONNECTOR - A connector assembly is provided that includes a front end mating connector which is received in a socket. The front end mating connector includes a pluggable transceiver, latching mechanism, and passive optical connector. Standard optical ribbon fibers are provided that plug into the passive connector, which in turn plugs into the transceiver. The passive connector and the transceiver are coupled together by the latching mechanism. The coupled connector then plugs into the socket in a first direction. The socket includes electrical connector wafers. As the transceiver is plugged into the socket, circuit boards within the transceiver move in a second direction to engage the wafers. The transceiver has a circuit that converts the optical signals received by the receiver ribbons into electrical signals that are recognized by the wafers and passed to the circuit board. The circuit also converts the electrical signals received from the circuit board through the wafers in the socket into optical signals for transmission by the optical ribbon fibers. | 04-01-2010 |
20100202736 | HIGH DENSITY FRONT PANEL OPTICAL INTERCONNECT - A connector assembly has a cable assembly, plug assembly and a socket assembly. The socket assembly is a female member which is received within an opening at the front face of a panel. The plug assembly is a male member which then engages the socket at the front face of the panel. The cable assembly connects the cables carrying optical fibers to the plug assembly. As the socket assembly receives the plug assembly, doors on the respective housings open and ferrule carriers carried by the socket and plug assemblies mate. The plug assembly has a movable front end which permits the fibers to move in both horizontal and vertical directions. | 08-12-2010 |
20130165012 | Versatile Robust Construction Toy - A cost effective, structural building set, suitable as a toy, uses post connectors ( | 06-27-2013 |
Rick R. Roth, Tucson, AZ US
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20110137702 | WORKFLOW APPLICATIONS - A facility is described for enabling workflow applications. The facility receives a request to identify an optimized resource list that identifies resources capable of performing a workflow process task. The workflow process task can be associated with a document type relating to a document associated with a workflow envelope. The workflow envelope can store multiple documents of at different document types. The facility includes a workflow engine and a simulation engine. The workflow engine performs workflow process tasks based on the tasks identified in the workflow envelope. The simulation engine can employ modeling and historical data from a workflow metrics data source to generate the optimized resource list and identify identifying resources matching the workflow process tasks identified in the workflow envelope. | 06-09-2011 |
20120078679 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR CONTROLLING WORKFLOW - A facility is described for enabling workflow applications. The facility receives a request to identify an optimized resource list that identifies resources capable of performing a workflow process task. The workflow process task can be associated with a document type relating to a document associated with a workflow envelope. The workflow envelope can store multiple documents of at different document types. The facility includes a workflow engine and a simulation engine. The workflow engine performs workflow process tasks based on the tasks identified in the workflow envelope. The simulation engine can employ modeling and historical data from a workflow metrics data source to generate the optimized resource list and identify identifying resources matching the workflow process tasks identified in the workflow envelope. The simulation engine can be used to model the workflow process to adapt, modify or otherwise control the workflow. | 03-29-2012 |
20130326486 | KEYWORD BASED SOFTWARE TESTING SYSTEM AND METHOD - An improved software testing system is described. In various embodiments, the system may produce a glossary containing keywords from the program state information associated with a software application to be tested. The system may produce a state engine model for the software application utilizing the program state information associated with the software application. The system may generate a test script by causing the software application to move through states identified by the state engine model such that the test script can identify a sequence of steps or keywords from the glossary. The system may select a keyword based on the current state of the software application and persona information. A persona may indicate a type of testing. | 12-05-2013 |
Robert Roth, St. Louis, MO US
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20110262397 | COMPOUNDS, COMPOSITIONS, AND METHODS FOR CONTROL OF HEPATITIS C VIRAL INFECTIONS - Various tetrahydropyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidine compounds, compositions, methods of making, and methods for the prevention and treatment of HCV infections and associated diseases are disclosed. The invention further relates to biomarkers for identification of HCV strains which are resistant to the tetrahydropyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidine compounds. | 10-27-2011 |
Robert M. Roth, St. Louis, MO US
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20090221624 | 4-AMINOQUINOLINE COMPOUNDS FOR TREATING VIRUS-RELATED CONDITIONS - This invention is directed to aminoquinoline compounds, pharmaceutical compositions of such compounds, kits comprising such compounds, and uses of such compounds for preparing medicaments and treating virus-related conditions in animals. | 09-03-2009 |
Roger J. Roth, Sandwich, IL US
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20120000800 | COMBINATION BOW CASE - A combination case includes the first and second cases combined together, each also usable as a stand-alone case. The first case includes the first inner storage space and the first wall structure configured to enclose the first inner storage in a closed position and expose the first inner storage in an open position. The first wall structure includes the first and second sidewalls facing each other in the closed position, at least one first opening formed via the first sidewall to expose the first inner storage space, and at least one second opening formed via the second sidewall to expose the first inner storage. | 01-05-2012 |
R. Paul Roth, Melbourne, FL US
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20100300969 | Apparatus and Method for Self-Heating and Self-Hydrating Foods and Beverages - A method and components for heating and hydrating foods and beverages using an exothermic and pressure generating chemical reaction are described. The exothermic reaction can be initiated by water, spark, electrical impulse, squib, friction, or shock to heat non-potable water and force the water through a membrane filter, thereby producing heated, potable water. | 12-02-2010 |
Scott R. Roth, Bellevue, NE US
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20080292400 | Method and apparatus for compaction, breaking and rubblization - An apparatus for compaction, breaking and rubbilization comprises a first non-circular plate having a first plate flat portion and a first plate thickness, a second non-circular plate having a second plate flat portion and a second plate thickness substantially equivalent to the first plate thickness, and a third plate having a third plate first flat portion and a third plate second flat portion and a third plate thickness less than the first plate thickness and the second plate thickness. The first plate flat portion is coupled to the third plate first flat portion and the second plate is coupled to the third plate second flat portion and each of the first plate, the second plate and the third plate are configured to form a multi-lobed roller assembly. | 11-27-2008 |
Scott R. Roth, Plattsmouth, NE US
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20100135724 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COMPACTION, BREAKING AND RUBBLIZATION - An apparatus for compaction, breaking and rubbilization comprises a first non-circular plate having a first plate flat portion and a first plate thickness, a second non-circular plate having a second plate flat portion and a second plate thickness substantially equivalent to the first plate thickness, and a third plate having a third plate first flat portion and a third plate second flat portion and a third plate thickness less than the first plate thickness and the second plate thickness. The first plate flat portion is coupled to the third plate first flat portion and the second plate is coupled to the third plate second flat portion and each of the first plate, the second plate and the third plate are configured to form a multi-lobed roller assembly. | 06-03-2010 |
Stephen M. Roth, Columbia, MD US
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20090202996 | Genetic polymorphisms for identifying individuals at risk for drug-induced vestibular dysfunction - In this application is described the identification of genetic variants that contribute to susceptibility to drug-induced vestibular dysfunction, more particularly, GM-induced vestibular dysfunction. Methods, compositions and kits for determining whether an individual has susceptibility for drug-induced vestibular dysfunction are disclosed. | 08-13-2009 |
Thomas Roth, Guilford, CT US
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20100300895 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR PERFORMING ELECTROCHEMICAL REACTIONS - The invention is directed to apparatus and methods for delivering multiple reagents to, and monitoring, a plurality of analytical reactions carried out on a large-scale array of electronic sensors underminimal noise conditions. In one aspect, the invention provides method of improving signal-to-noise ratios of output signals from the electronic sensors sensing analytes or reaction byproducts by subtracting an average of output signals measured from neighboring sensors where analyte or reaction byproducts are absent. In other aspects, the invention provides an array of electronic sensors integrated with a microwell array for confining analytes and/or particles for analytical reactions and a method for identifying microwells containing analytes and/or particles by passing a sensor-active reagent over the array and correlating sensor response times to the presence or absence of analytes or particles. Such detection of analyte- or particle-containing microwells may be used as a step in additional noise reduction methods. | 12-02-2010 |
Thomas Edward Roth, Reno, NV US
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20100218569 | ELECTROMAGNETIC LOCK HAVING DISTANCE-SENSING MONITORING SYSTEM - An emergency exit door lock system configured to cooperate with a door hinged in a door frame for sensing when a person attempts to open the door, and for allowing the door to open after a subsequent delay. The system comprises an electromagnet affixable to a door frame for electromagnetically attracting an armature resiliently affixed at a variable armature separation distance to an armature mounting device, the device being affixable to the door. A proximity sensor including an analog Hall Effect device is mountable to the frame for detecting movement of the door away from a closed position. A controller, such as a micro-controller, receives a signal from the sensor and causes an alarm as a function of the signal. The signal is indicative of the armature separation distance, the controller being calibrate-able to provide a door alarm signal and door opening signal at any desired value of the armature separation distance. | 09-02-2010 |
20110056136 | Apparatus for Transferring Electric Power Between a Closable Member and a Frame - A device for transferring electrical power between a frame and a closable member such as a door includes a first housing and face plate disposed in an opening in the frame and a second housing and face plate disposed in an opening in the closable member edge. The openings are positioned so that when the closable member is closed the openings are aligned. A hollow elbow assembly is rotatably disposed and secured in each hole. A tube having a pivot guide at each end is rotatably and axially slidable in each elbow assembly. A slot in each elbow assembly allows the tube to pivot. A wire bundle in the tube is connectable to wire leads. Boots may be supplied around the tube/elbow assemblies' junctions to exclude water. Thus, the wire bundle is fully contained within a protective, articulated, armored sheath to prevent wear, chafing, breakage, and vandalism. | 03-10-2011 |
Timothy H. Roth, Rochester, MN US
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20100203035 | B7-H3 IN CANCER - Methods of determining the prognosis of a subject with cancer and determining risk of cancer progression by assessing expression of B7-H3. Methods of reducing B7-H3 levels and/or activity. | 08-12-2010 |
Timothy J. Roth, Urbana, IL US
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20100325058 | Organizational Network System and Method - Techniques for organizational networking for improving efficiency of organizations at performing various organizational tasks are disclosed. A method of organizational networking automatically updates content in an organizational network based on roles of members within an organizational hierarchy. A technique for creating a new subnetwork based on hierarchies associated with existing organizational subnetworks is also disclosed. An advertising engine distributes ads from a partner entity to members of an organization by way of another member of the organization to avoid direct transmission of third party marketing materials to members. A single electronic calendar is provided for an entire organization and may be updated and shared with other organizations automatically based on roles of members. Techniques disclosed herein increase efficiency for organizations and usability of networking tools for members. | 12-23-2010 |
Todd Roth, Parkland, FL US
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20120074149 | HYGIENIC SYSTEM AND ARTICLE FOR USE AT AIRPORTS - An hygienic system for use at airports includes a TSA security bin defining a hollow rectangular tray having a major axis, a minor axis, a depth, peripheral edges and an open mouth into which articles of passengers are temporarily placed; and an hygienic cover for the tray formed of a cleanable material or disposable material provided with rectilinear score or fold lines which, when folded, closely approximate all interior dimensions of the rectangular tray and dimensions of the peripheral edges of the tray and may then be slip-fit into the tray. | 03-29-2012 |
Weston Roth, Portland, OR US
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20090310320 | Low profile solder grid array technology for printed circuit board surface mount components - A standoff contact array is disposed between a mounting substrate of a flip-chip package and a board. The standoff contact array is formable by mating a low-profile solder bump on the mounting substrate with a low-profile solder paste on the board. Thereafter, the standoff contact array is formed by reflowing the low-profile solder paste on the board against the low-profile solder bump on the mounting substrate. | 12-17-2009 |
20120224331 | LOW PROFILE SOLDER GRID ARRAY TECHNOLOGY FOR PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD SURFACE MOUNT COMPONENTS - A standoff contact array is disposed between a mounting substrate of a flip-chip package and a board. The standoff contact array is formable by mating a low-profile solder bump on the mounting substrate with a low-profile solder paste on the board. Thereafter, the standoff contact array is formed by reflowing the low-profile solder paste on the board against the low-profile solder bump on the mounting substrate. | 09-06-2012 |
Weston C. Roth, Portland, OR US
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20090051004 | Surface Mount Components Joined Between a Package Substrate and a Printed Circuit Board - A microelectronic package and a method of forming the package. The package includes a first level package mounted to a carrier. The first level package includes a package substrate having a die side and a carrier side; and a microelectronic die mounted on the package substrate at the die side thereof. The carrier has a substrate side, and the first level package is mounted on the carrier at the substrate side thereof. A rigid body is attached to the carrier side of the substrate at an attachment location of the substrate and to the substrate side of the carrier at an attachment location of the carrier, the attachment location of the carrier being electrically unconnected, the rigid body being configured and disposed to provide structural support between the substrate and the carrier. | 02-26-2009 |
20100061056 | Mainboard assembly including a package overlying a die directly attached to the mainboard - Disclosed are embodiments of a system-level assembly including an integrated circuit (IC) die directly attached to a mainboard. An IC die directly attached to a mainboard or other circuit board may be referred to as a direct-chip attach (DCA) die. A package is disposed over at least a portion of the DCA die and coupled with the mainboard. The package includes one or more other IC die disposed on a substrate. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 03-11-2010 |
William Joel Roth, Las Vegas, NV US
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20090260731 | Dielectric smart card protector sleeve - A smart card holder or passport holder has two sides sealed together at three edges to leave an interior space dimensioned and configured to hold a smart card or passport. The sides have multiple layers: a first layer of dielectric material which substantially covers entirety of both sides, a second layer of structural material to add strength, and a third layer of soft material which protects any magnetic stripe on a card or the like from the dielectric material. The sides may be sealed by means of RF welding in order to minimize gaps between the sides. In use, the device prevents unauthorized RF remote access to the smart card chip or passport chip. | 10-22-2009 |
William M. Roth, Minneapolis, MN US
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20110162221 | LASER MEASUREMENT OF A VEHICLE FRAME - A laser measurement system operates to measure portions of a vehicle, such as a vehicle frame. The measurements are used, for example, to determine if the portions of the vehicle are bent or damaged. The measurement system includes a laser scanner and at least one target assembly that can be connected to a point of the vehicle. The laser scanner emits a laser beam that is detected by the target. Time and laser position information detected by the target are used to determine the location of the target, as well as the location of the point of the vehicle. The location of the point is then compared to an original location of the point to determine if damage has occurred. | 07-07-2011 |
20130139396 | LASER MEASUREMENT OF A VEHICLE FRAME - A laser measurement system operates to measure portions of a vehicle, such as a vehicle frame. The measurements are used, for example, to determine if the portions of the vehicle are bent or damaged. The measurement system includes a laser scanner and at least one target assembly that can be connected to a point of the vehicle. The laser scanner emits a laser beam that is detected by the target. Time and laser position information detected by the target are used to determine the location of the target, as well as the location of the point of the vehicle. The location of the point is then compared to an original location of the point to determine if damage has occurred. | 06-06-2013 |