Wagner, US
Alan M. Wagner, Watsonville, CA US
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20130082031 | Decapsulator with Applied Voltage for Etching Plastic-Encapsulated Devices - An apparatus and a method for selectively etching an encapsulant forming a package of resinous material around an electronic device includes an electronic device package mountable on the etch head; a conductive electrode in electrical contact with package leads of the electronic device package to apply a first voltage to the package leads of the electronic device; a first pump configured to pump a first quantity of the etchant solution from the source into the etch head where the etchant solution is electrically biased to a second voltage different from the first voltage. An etch cavity is formed on an exterior surface of the electronic device package. When the etchant solution has etched through an exterior surface of the electronic device package, the conductive bond wires of the electronic device is prevented from being etched by the applied first voltage. | 04-04-2013 |
20140342572 | DECAPSULATOR WITH APPLIED VOLTAGE AND ETCHANT COOLING SYSTEM FOR ETCHING PLASTIC-ENCAPSULATED DEVICES - An apparatus and a method for selectively etching an encapsulant forming a package of resinous material around an electronic device includes an electronic device package mountable on the etch head; a conductive electrode in electrical contact with package leads of the electronic device package to apply a first voltage to the package leads of the electronic device; a first pump configured to pump a first quantity of the etchant solution from the source into the etch head where the etchant solution is electrically biased to a second voltage different from the first voltage and is cooled to a temperature below the ambient temperature. An etch cavity is formed on an exterior surface of the electronic device package. When the etchant solution has etched through an exterior surface of the electronic device package, the conductive bond wires of the electronic device is prevented from being etched by the applied first voltage. | 11-20-2014 |
Alfred R. Wagner, Hayden Lake, ID US
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20120213903 | Apparatus for modified heated air flow to floor holder - A food warming and cooking apparatus used over a burner of a range or similar heat source. The apparatus has a base section adapted to cover the heater and help contain heated air therein. A heat modifier having a plurality of emitters emits heated air into an intermediate section. A pot or other food holder is placed into a receiver during operation. One or more guides position the pot for even cooking. Hot air is emitted in a manner that induces good heat transfer at relatively lower temperatures than would be experienced by direct contact of a pot or other cooking implement to reduce the risk of sticking and scorching. | 08-23-2012 |
Andrew C. Wagner, Mesa, AZ US
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20100019007 | Attachable Device for Providing Drinking Water and Storing Hot and Cold Food in an Outdoor Environment - A device attachable to an article provides drinking water and storage of hot and cold food. The drinking water is stored in an insulated container that can be pressurized by a hand-pump inlet valve. A plastic tube is attached to an outlet extending to a position reachable to a user's mouth. The tube has a valve allowing the user to control the flow of the drinking water. The device further comprises a pair of insulated containers, one for storing cold food and the other hot food. The container with the drinking water and the pair of insulated containers are attachable to (and separable from) each other (or can be permanently affixed). A plurality of plastic clips can hold the tube to the article. | 01-28-2010 |
Carla Wagner, Redondo Beach, CA US
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20140013929 | ACOUSTICAL TRANSMISSION LINE CHAMBER FOR STRINGED MUSICAL INSTRUMENT - An electric stringed musical instrument includes a body, a neck extending from the body, a plurality of tensioned strings extending between the body and the neck and an electric pick-up mounted to the body at a location for cooperation with the tensioned strings. The electric stringed musical instrument also includes an amplifier electrically connected to the electric pick-up and a speaker connected to the amplifier for the generation of sound waves. An elongated acoustic chamber extends from the speaker to an output port. The amplifier, speaker and elongated acoustic chamber are housed within the body. | 01-16-2014 |
Carl A. Wagner US
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20120221157 | LOW PRESSURE SPOOL EMERGENCY GENERATOR - An emergency power system is useable on an aircraft having a gas turbine engine with a low pressure spool and a high pressure spool. The emergency power system includes an emergency electrical generator coupled to the low pressure spool during an emergency for generating emergency electrical power and one or more additional electrical power sources. A plurality of electrical loads are electrically connected to the emergency electrical generator and the one or more additional electrical power sources. Aircraft sensors provide data regarding emergency electrical power availability and emergency electrical power demand. A controller for controlling the emergency electrical generator determines emergency electrical power demand and emergency electrical power availability based upon data from the aircraft sensors. The controller controls the emergency electrical generator based upon the emergency electrical power demand and the emergency electrical power availability. | 08-30-2012 |
20130076120 | AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEM - An emergency power system for use on an aircraft includes an emergency electrical generator coupled to a mechanical power source for generating emergency electrical power. An electrical power distribution network connects the emergency electrical generator to a plurality of electrical loads. A controller controls the electrical power distribution network to selectively couple and decouple the electrical loads to and from the emergency electrical generator based upon a priority rank assigned to each of the electrical loads. | 03-28-2013 |
Carl E. Wagner, Glendale, AZ US
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20120309833 | NOVEL BEXAROTENE ANALOGS - The present invention relates to analogs of bexarotene and methods of use thereof. | 12-06-2012 |
20140343079 | THERAPEUTIC COMPOUNDS - The invention provides compounds of formulae (I), (II), (III), and (IV): and salts thereof, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds. The compounds are useful for treating cancers and Alzheimer's disease. | 11-20-2014 |
Charles E. Wagner, Winfield, KS US
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20120199513 | Storage Container - A storage container according to the present invention includes a base and a lid hingedly coupled to one another to enable rotation of the lid between a closed position in which the lid is disposed parallel with a bottom wall of the base and an open position in which the lid is rotated with respect to the base between 110 and 230 degrees. A number of hinge assemblies are provided between the base and the lid for rotation of the lid thereabout. The hinge assemblies include a base engaging assembly and a lid engaging assembly for coupling between the base and the lid respectively. The lid engaging assembly includes a receiver configured to engage a pin of the lid for hinged rotation of the lid thereabout. The receiver is configured to enable the lid to break away from the lid as desired or under impact from an external force. | 08-09-2012 |
20120223494 | Storage Tote With Legs - A storage tote includes a base and a selectively movable lid. A support assembly is secured to the base. The support assembly is movable between a folded position and a deployed position. In the folded position, the support assembly extends generally parallel to the surface upon which it is supported. In the deployed position the support assembly extends generally downwardly to support the base at a height substantially above the support surface. In this manner, the storage tote may be configured in at least two orientations as desired for access by the user thereof. The support assembly may include a pair of opposing legs. The support assembly may additionally include a one or more pairs of wheels for selective movement of the storage tote from one location to another. A leg retention assembly may be provided for securing the legs in the folded position to prevent accidental or otherwise unwanted movement of the legs from the folded position. | 09-06-2012 |
20140062042 | STORAGE TOTE WITH LEGS - A storage tote includes a base and a selectively movable lid. A support assembly is secured to the base. The support assembly is movable between a folded position and a deployed position. In the folded position, the support assembly extends generally parallel to the surface upon which it is supported. In the deployed position the support assembly extends generally downwardly to support the base at a height substantially above the support surface. In this manner, the storage tote may be configured in at least two orientations as desired for access by the user thereof. The support assembly may include a pair of opposing legs. The storage tote may be insulated. | 03-06-2014 |
Charles J. Wagner, Stratham, NH US
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20140265928 | SPECTRALLY-CONTROLLED BACKLIGHTING FOR LCD DISPLAYS - A display backlight assembly includes a light guide panel having first and second principal faces and at least one edge surface. A display screen is aligned with and substantially perpendicular to the first principal face of the light guide panel. The assembly also includes a light source with one or more white LEDs and one or more first color LEDs, where each first color LED emits a first color of light that is red, green, blue, or yellow. Each white LED and each first color LED is positioned to emit light into the light guide panel. A controller is electrically coupled to the light source and capable of independently setting an intensity value for each white LED and for each first color LED. The controller controls illumination of the LEDs independently as needed to provide backlighting with the selected intensity. | 09-18-2014 |
20140268654 | ADAPTABLE BEZEL ASSEMBLY FOR EXTREME SERVICE CONDITIONS - A display assembly includes a first bezel part and a second bezel part each defining a substantially rectangular frame that encloses an open area. The first frame is sized and arranged to substantially align with the second frame. The second bezel part is capable of secure attachment to the first bezel part at an interface that defines at least one gap between the first frame and the second frame. A display screen has a display edge portion disposed in the gap between the first frame and the second frame. The display screen extends across the open area. Optionally, the display assembly includes an EMI screen and/or a touch screen aligned with the display screen and having an edge portion received in the gap, where the EMI screen, display screen, and touch screen are each individually removable from the display assembly. | 09-18-2014 |
Cheryl Wagner, Memphis, TN US
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20120212947 | Attachable Safety and Convenience Light - A device for providing illumination for convenience and safety is described. The device is constructed of a circular housing with a front and rear face. The front face of the housing is equipped with one or a plurality of LED lights, and may have additional decoration to give the front face the appearance of an angel to appeal to children. Alternatively, the lights may blink for added safety. The rear face of the housing has a chamber for a battery power source, as well as strips of hook and loop fasteners to allow attachment in a variety of locations. Further, the top of the device is equipped with a closable strap or snap hook device to allow fastening to handles, zipper clasps and other structures. The top of the device also has an on/off switch to activate or deactivate the lights. | 08-23-2012 |
Chris Daniel Wagner, San Jose, CA US
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20130133432 | PRESSURE SENSOR ASSEMBLY - A pressure sensor assembly is disclosed wherein the substrate to which the pressure sensing die is mounted is decoupled from the package. | 05-30-2013 |
20130263671 | FLUID PRESSURE SPIKE ATTENUATION FEATURE FOR PRESSURE SENSING DEVICES - A fluid pressure spike attenuation device and a method of attenuating a fluid pressure spike are provided. A fluid channel extends through an inlet body from a first open end to a second open end. The inlet body can be connected to a fluid pressure source and receive a fluid from the fluid pressure source. The fluid channel has an increased cross-sectional area to attenuate a fluid pressure spike entering the fluid channel at the first open end. A sensing element is in fluid communication with the second open end. The sensing element senses a property of the fluid in the fluid channel. The method includes providing an inlet body defining a fluid channel. The method also includes attenuating a fluid pressure spike by dissipating a pressure wave as it moves through the increased cross-sectional area of the fluid channel. | 10-10-2013 |
20140000375 | PRESSURE SENSOR ASSEMBLY | 01-02-2014 |
Christian Joseph Wagner, Gainesville, FL US
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20140216530 | PHOTOVOLTAIC MOUNTING SYSTEM WITH GROUNDING BARS AND METHOD OF INSTALLING SAME - A photovoltaic (PV) mounting system includes at least one PV module, a pair of metallic rail sections, and a grounding bar connected to each end of the metallic rail sections for grounding the metallic rail sections. The system also includes a wiring harness for electrically connecting several PV modules, a locking cover for covering and protecting the wiring harness, a standard connector box electrically connected to one end of the wiring harness, and a home run cable electrically connected to the connector box. A method for grounding the PV mounting system is also disclosed. | 08-07-2014 |
Dave Wagner, Flagstaff, AZ US
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20100136555 | Burkholderia Pseudomallei Diagnostic Genetic Elements that Predict Mortality in Melioidosis - The present invention provides methods for predicting the likelihood of mortality from melioidosis and detecting the presence of | 06-03-2010 |
David Wagner, East Greenwich, RI US
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20120296353 | Graft Devices and Methods of Fabrication - A graft device is provided comprising a flow conduit and a surrounding covering. The graft device is for connecting between a first body space and a second body space. In one embodiment, the flow conduit is a vein, such as a harvested saphenous vein, useful as an arterial graft, for example and without limitation, in a coronary artery bypass procedure. Also provided are methods of preparing a graft device and connecting the graft between a first body space and a second body space, such as the aorta and a location on an occluded coronary artery, distal to the occlusion. | 11-22-2012 |
David A. Wagner, Nashua, NH US
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20120021526 | METHOD FOR ANALYSIS OF ISOTOPES IN BODILY FLUIDS - Biological fluid samples containing proteins (e.g., blood plasma or saliva) are prepared for isotopic analysis by precipitating the proteins while leaving the isotopic ratio unaffected. This precipitation can involve adding metal ions, salts, organic solvents, or organic polymers. The sample is then centrifuged to allow transfer of the supernatant for isotopic analysis, e.g. by tunable diode laser absorption spectrometry to obtain a quantitative measure of the | 01-26-2012 |
Dennis L. Wagner, Manchester, MO US
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20100117848 | DATA COMMUNICATION FOR REFRIGERATED MERCHANDISERS - A merchandiser communication system including a first plurality of merchandisers arranged in a first row and a second plurality of merchandisers arranged in a second row. Each of the merchandisers includes a light assembly coupled to a case to illuminate a product display area, a light sensor coupled to the case to detect light pulses, and a microcontroller. The light sensor is in visual proximity with one or more of the adjacent merchandisers located across the aisle. The microcontroller is in electrical communication with the light assembly and the light sensor to operate the light assembly to encode the signal in light pulses of the light assembly that are not detectable by a human eye. The communication system also includes a visible light-based communication network in communication with the merchandisers and is operable to communicate the encoded light pulses among the merchandisers via the light assemblies and the light sensors. | 05-13-2010 |
20110110814 | AIR SANITIZATION SYSTEM WITH FIBER OPTIC MONITORING SYSTEM - An air sanitization system including a housing having an inlet and an outlet, an ozone generator disposed in the housing and positioned between the inlet and outlet, at least one fiber optic cable positioned in visible proximity to the ozone generator, a visible light detector, and a controller. The housing is configured to receive a flow of an oxygen-containing gas through the inlet, and the ozone generator generates ozone from the flow of oxygen-containing gas. The at least one fiber optic cable is configured to receive and transmit visible light from the ozone generator. The visible light detector detects an amount of visible light transmitted by the at least one fiber optic cable. The controller is in communication with the visible light detector for determining whether the amount of visible light transmitted by the at least one fiber optic cable corresponds to a failure of the ozone generator. | 05-12-2011 |
20110265503 | REFRIGERATED MERCHANDISER - A refrigerated merchandiser including a refrigeration system, a first sensor in communication with the refrigerated airflow in a discharge passageway to sense a discharge airflow temperature, and a second sensor is in communication with the refrigerated airflow in the return passageway to sense a return airflow temperature. A controller is in electrical communication with the first sensor and the second sensor and controls a temperature of the product within a predetermined temperature range that is between about 22 degrees Fahrenheit and 23 degrees Fahrenheit based on at least one of the discharge airflow temperature and the return airflow temperature. The controller is further programmed to operate the refrigeration system such that the discharge airflow temperature is maintained above a temperature between about 10 degrees Fahrenheit and 30 degrees Fahrenheit to regulate an evaporation temperature of the evaporator to avoid freezing the product. | 11-03-2011 |
20110265504 | REFRIGERATED MERCHANDISER - A refrigerated merchandiser including a case, a refrigeration system, a sensor, and a controller. The refrigeration system is operable in a defrost mode defrosting the evaporator, and a refrigeration mode discharging a refrigerated airflow into the product storage area to refrigerate the product and to maintain the product within a predetermined temperature range without freezing the product, and to receive the refrigerated airflow along a return passageway. The sensor senses one or more defrost conditions of the case. The controller controls the refrigeration system in the refrigeration mode and in the defrost mode, and includes an algorithm for calculating when to initiate the defrost mode and for calculating a duration of the defrost mode. The controller is programmed to vary the refrigeration system between the refrigeration mode and the defrost mode based on the signals indicative of the defrost conditions and the calculations by the algorithm. | 11-03-2011 |
20110265507 | REFRIGERATED MERCHANDISER - A refrigerated merchandiser including a case and a refrigeration system in communication with a product storage area of the case. The case includes a case top, a discharge passageway, and a return passageway, and the case top has a lower wall, a front wall, and a deflector. The refrigeration system includes a refrigeration circuit that has a compressor, a condenser, and an evaporator in series, where the evaporator is disposed in the case top. The refrigeration system further includes a fan that cooperates with the lower wall, the front wall, and the deflector to discharge a substantially laminar refrigerated airflow into and through the product storage area to refrigerate the product within a predetermined temperature range without directing the refrigerated airflow directly at the product. | 11-03-2011 |
Duane Richard Wagner, Belle Fourche, SD US
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20140101832 | Raised Toilet Seat Assembly - Disclosed is a raised toilet seat assembly with improved coupling features. The raised toilet seat assembly includes an adapter plate configured to couple to a toilet, a shoe configured to couple to the adapter plate, and a raised toilet seat configured to couple to the shoe thereby forming a fully assembled raised toilet seat assembly. In some embodiments, the adapter plate comprises a plurality of passages configured to fit about fasteners when positioned over holes at a rear portion of the toilet, and a slot configured to receive a first portion of the shoe when coupled thereto. | 04-17-2014 |
Ed Wagner, Wichita, KS US
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20110027056 | VERTICAL LIFT ARM DEVICE - A skid steer loader having an operator compartment attached to a frame. Lift assemblies are movably mounted to the frame and are movable between a retracted position and an extended position. As the lift assemblies are moved between the retracted position and the extended position, joining plates, first links and second links are positioned behind the operator compartment to provide a better field of vision for the operator. | 02-03-2011 |
Edward Wagner, San Jose, CA US
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20140218503 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR OPTICAL INSPECTION, MAGNETIC FIELD AND HEIGHT MAPPING - A metrology system is configured to provide visual inspection of a workpiece, three-dimensional magnetic field map, and height measurement. A stage is configured to bring points of interest at the workpiece under the desired tool for measurement. The optical field, magnetic field, and height information can be used independently or together in order to correlate defects in the manufacturing process of the workpiece. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. | 08-07-2014 |
Eric L. Wagner, Sparks, NV US
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20120100905 | GAMING SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE GAMING DEVICES THAT SHARE A MULTI-OUTCOME DISPLAY - A gaming device system in which a plurality of gaming devices are linked by a common bonus event is provided. In one embodiment, the linked gaming device system includes a shared symbol generation display that is positioned adjacent to each of a plurality of associated gaming devices and has a plurality of sections and values displayed at each section. Upon a triggering of the bonus event, any player eligible to participate in the bonus may achieve an outcome generated from the bonus event. When the shared display is activated, it simultaneously generates a separate outcome associated with each of the gaming devices. The outcomes are spatially related to one another so that a random generation of an outcome associated with one gaming device automatically generates random outcomes associated with each gaming device. Each gaming device however receives the outcome only if it has participated in the random generation. | 04-26-2012 |
20120309514 | GAMING SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE GAMING DEVICES THAT SHARE A MULTI-OUTCOME DISPLAY - A linked gaming device system in which a plurality of gaming devices are linked by a common bonus event is provided. In one embodiment, the linked gaming device system includes a shared symbol generation display positioned adjacent to each of a plurality of associated gaming devices and having a plurality of sections and values displayed at each section. Upon a triggering of the bonus event, any player eligible to participate in the bonus may achieve an outcome generated from the bonus event including the shared display. When the shared display is activated, it simultaneously generates an individual outcome associated with each gaming device. The outcomes are spatially related to one another so that a random generation of an outcome associated with one gaming device automatically generates random outcomes associated with each gaming device. However, each gaming device receives the outcome only if it has participated in the random generation. | 12-06-2012 |
20130217460 | GAMING SYSTEM HAVING MULTIPLE GAMING DEVICES THAT SHARE A MULTI-OUTCOME DISPLAY - A linked gaming device system in which a plurality of gaming devices are linked by a common bonus event is provided. In one embodiment, the linked gaming device system includes a shared symbol generation display positioned adjacent to each of a plurality of associated gaming devices and having a plurality of sections and values displayed at each section. Upon a triggering of the bonus event, any player eligible to participate in the bonus may achieve an outcome generated from the bonus event including the shared display. When the shared display is activated, it simultaneously generates an individual outcome associated with each gaming device. The outcomes are spatially related to one another so that a random generation of an outcome associated with one gaming device automatically generates random outcomes associated with each gaming device. However, each gaming device receives the outcome only if it has participated in the random generation. | 08-22-2013 |
Frederic Wagner, Birmingham, AL US
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20130096054 | LATENT HUMAN IMMUNODEFICIENCY VIRUS REACTIVIATION - Provided herein are methods or reactivating a latent Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection in a cell. The methods comprise modulating a level of NF-κB activity in the cell by contacting the cell with an agent that produces a transient first increase in the level of NF-κB activity without a second delayed increase in NF-κB activity. Optionally, a second agent is used to prime the reactivation. Also provided herein is an isolated | 04-18-2013 |
Fred W. Wagner, Walton, NE US
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20110130556 | METHOD FOR ENZYMATIC PRODUCTION OF GLP-2(1-33) AND GLP-2(1-34) PEPTIDES - The invention provides methods for making peptides from a polypeptide containing at least one copy of the peptide using clostripain to excise the peptide from the polypeptide. The methods enable the use of a single, highly efficient enzymatic cleavage to produce any desired peptide sequence. | 06-02-2011 |
20120156719 | METHOD FOR UNIVERSAL ENZYMATIC PRODUCTION OF BIOACTIVE PEPTIDES - The invention provides methods for making peptides from a polypeptide containing at least one copy of the peptide using clostripain to excise the peptide from the polypeptide. The methods enable the use of a single, highly efficient enzymatic cleavage to produce any desired peptide sequence. | 06-21-2012 |
Gerald Cochrane Wagner, Alameda, CA US
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20140143173 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING A REVERSE MORTGAGE AS A PORTFOLIO SUPPLEMENT - Systems and methods are described for providing information to retirees wishing to supplement a retirement investment portfolio by judicious use of funds from one of several available reverse mortgage programs. System inputs can include data about the retiree(s), the investment portfolio, a primary residence, a desired amount of funds to be drawn on a monthly, yearly, or other regular basis. Based at least in part on the accepted data, various simulations can be run which show the likelihood of the portfolio lasting and providing the desired funds across the length of the retirement planning horizon. Simulations can include, scenarios in which (a) no reverse mortgage funds are used, (b) reverse mortgage funds are used until they are exhausted before beginning to draw funds from the investment portfolio, and/or (c) scenarios in which regularly scheduled reverse mortgage funds are used to supplement (and thereby reduce) portfolio withdrawals. | 05-22-2014 |
Grace M. Wagner, Webster Groves, MO US
Grant Wagner, Burlington, VT US
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20130147502 | VERTICAL PROBE ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CHANNEL - A vertical probe assembly includes an upper die; a lower die; a plurality of probes, the probes comprising an electrically conductive material, wherein the probes extend from the upper die through the lower die; and an air channel located between the upper die and the lower die, such that airflow through the air channel passes through the plurality of probes. | 06-13-2013 |
Grant W. Wagner, Burlington, VT US
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20140167801 | RIGID PROBE WITH COMPLIANT CHARACTERISTICS - A probe conducts testing of a circuit. The probe includes a base coupled to a substrate. The probe also includes a cantilever attached to the base at a first end, the cantilever deflecting from a first position to a second position in which a second end opposite the first end is in contact with the substrate and to move between the second position and the first position based on movement of a compliant bump of the circuit, and a probe tip attached to the cantilever at the second end, the probe tip maintaining contact with the compliant bump of the circuit. | 06-19-2014 |
20140167802 | RIGID PROBE WITH COMPLIANT CHARACTERISTICS - A method of probing compliant bumps of a circuit with probes is described. The method includes disposing the probes on a substrate, a base of each of the probes being coupled to the substrate. The method also includes disposing the circuit such that each of the compliant bumps is in contact with the probe tip of a corresponding one of the probes, each probe tip being connected to each base of each probe through a cantilever, and supplying current to the probes to test the circuit. | 06-19-2014 |
Grant W. Wagner, South Burlington, VT US
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20110267082 | Methodologies and Test Configurations for Testing Thermal Interface Materials - Methodologies and test configurations are provided for testing thermal interface materials and, in particular, methodologies and test configurations are provided for testing thermal interface materials used for testing integrated circuits. A test methodology includes applying a thermal interface material on a device under test. The test methodology further includes monitoring the device under test with a plurality of temperature sensors. The test methodology further includes determining whether any of the plurality of temperature sensors increases above a steady state. | 11-03-2011 |
20130229198 | METHODOLOGIES AND TEST CONFIGURATIONS FOR TESTING THERMAL INTERFACE MATERIALS - Methodologies and test configurations are provided for testing thermal interface materials and, in particular, methodologies and test configurations are provided for testing thermal interface materials used for testing integrated circuits. A test methodology includes applying a thermal interface material on a device under test. The test methodology further includes monitoring the device under test with a plurality of temperature sensors. The test methodology further includes determining whether any of the plurality of temperature sensors increases above a steady state. | 09-05-2013 |
Gregory J. Wagner, Knoxville, TN US
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20100196241 | Methods and Systems for Reducing Particulate Matter in a Gaseous Stream - Methods and systems for reducing emissions of particulate matter from a gaseous stream are provided. The subject systems include a catalyst that reduces the amount of particulate matter emissions in the gaseous stream. Embodiments of the subject systems may also reduce the amount of particulate matter precursor emissions in the gaseous stream. In some cases, the subject systems and methods include a sorber that facilitates the reduction in particulate matter and particulate matter precursors in the gaseous stream. The subject methods and systems find use in a variety of applications where it is desired to reduce particulate matter emissions from a gaseous stream. | 08-05-2010 |
Gregory Lawrence Wagner, Los Alamos, NM US
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20130248128 | PROCESS FOR DECOMPOSING LIGNIN IN BIOMASS - A mild inexpensive process for treating lignocellulosic biomass involves oxidative delignification of wood using an aqueous solution prepared by dissolving a catalytic amount of manganese (III) acetate into water and adding hydrogen peroxide. Within 4 days and without agitation, the solution was used to convert poplar wood sections into a fine powder-like delignified, cellulose rich materials that included individual wood cells. | 09-26-2013 |
Gregory Steven Wagner, Foster City, CA US
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20140140956 | BIARYL DERIVATIVES AS BROMODOMAIN INHIBITORS - The present disclosure relates to compounds, which are useful for inhibition of BET protein function by binding to bromodomains, and their use in therapy. | 05-22-2014 |
20140142102 | CYCLIC AMINES AS BROMODOMAIN INHIBITORS - The present disclosure relates to compounds, which are useful for inhibition of BET protein function by binding to bromodomains, and their use in therapy. | 05-22-2014 |
James Wagner, Grand Island, NE US
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20090126204 | Recyclable and compostable eating utensils and other products made from crop-based resin & method of manufacture - A product is formed from a crop-based resin that decomposes into a compost within 120 days or less and is heat resistant being able to remain in hot water at a temperature of at least 190 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 15 minutes without any substantial loss in rigidity. | 05-21-2009 |
Jamie Wagner, Torrance, CA US
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20140116397 | FUEL SYSTEM CONVERSIONS FOR CARBURETOR TO ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION SYSTEMS, METHODS OF PRODUCTION THEREOF - An electronic fuel injection system for land vehicles, comprising: a fuel tank, at least one pump, a fuel sump, wherein the at least one pump is operatively coupled to and between the fuel tank and the sump, and an engine, wherein the engine is operatively coupled to the fuel sump. A fuel sump system for land vehicles, comprising: an inlet from a pump, wherein the pump is operatively connected to a fuel tank, a fuel pump system, a regulator operatively coupled to the fuel pump system, an outlet operatively coupled to an engine, and a float component, coupled to the inlet. An electronic fuel injection system for land vehicles, comprising: a fuel tank, at least one pump, a fuel sump, wherein the at least one pump is operatively coupled to and between the fuel tank and the sump, and an engine, wherein the engine is operatively coupled to the fuel sump and wherein the electronic fuel injection system does not require a return line from the engine to the fuel tank. | 05-01-2014 |
Jeffrey D. Wagner, Chesterfield, MO US
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20100185505 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSACTING PURCHASES WITH A CASH VENDOR USING POINTS AND A VIRTUAL CREDIT CARD - System and method that utilizes a participant's points and a single use, virtual credit card account to implement a cash purchase with a cash vendor. The virtual credit card is active for a single purchase only with an available credit equal to the total of the cash purchase price and any fees. The virtual credit card may further be active for a limited period of time. | 07-22-2010 |
20140344044 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRANSACTING PURCHASES WITH A CASH VENDOR USING POINTS AND A VIRTUAL CREDIT CARD - System and method that utilizes a participant's points and a single use, virtual credit card account to implement a cash purchase with a cash vendor. The virtual credit card is active for a single purchase only with an available credit equal to the total of the cash purchase price and any fees. The virtual credit card may further be active for a limited period of time. | 11-20-2014 |
Jeffrey Paul Wagner, Boynton Beach, FL US
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20120326849 | ELECTRONIC PRICE LABEL SYSTEM AND METHOD - A product display system and method. A database stores product information for a corresponding product. An access point, which can be a reader, receives the product information. The access point is arranged to wirelessly transmit the product information within a corresponding interrogation zone. The wireless transmission uses an electronic product code (“EPC”) transmission protocol. An electronic price label (“EPL”) has an antenna, an RFID element and a display. The antenna is arranged to receive the product information from the access point. The RFID element is in communication with the antenna. The RFID element stores the received product information. The display is arranged to display the received product information. | 12-27-2012 |
Jeremy J. Wagner, Cedar Falls, IA US
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20110028265 | AXLE FINAL DRIVE ASSEMBLY - The invention relates to a final drive assembly. An axle final drive assembly includes an axle housing, and axially inner and outer axle bearings supported by the axle housing. An axle shaft has a flange and is supported for rotation by the outer axle bearing. A planetary transmission has a planet carrier fixed for rotation with the flange of the axle shaft. The planet carrier has a neck which is supported for rotation by the inner axle bearing. The planetary transmission also has a ring gear and a plurality of planet gears which are positioned axially between the inner and outer axle bearings. | 02-03-2011 |
20110126659 | Transmission Gear Engagement Mechanism And Method Of Operation - A transmission ( | 06-02-2011 |
Jerry Wagner, Boise, ID US
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20110096371 | DUPLEX SCANNING - In one embodiment, a method for duplex scanning includes: illuminating a first side of an object with light of a first color from a group of colors; sensing the first color light reflected from the first side; illuminating a second side of the object opposite the first side with light of a second color from the group of colors simultaneously with the act of illuminating the first side with the first color light; and sensing the second color light reflected from the second side. In another embodiment, a duplex scanning method includes simultaneously illuminating each side of a document sequentially with each of multiple colors of light but in different color sequences for each side of the document so that the same color light does not illuminate both sides of the document at the same time. | 04-28-2011 |
John C. Wagner, Knoxville, TN US
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20130077728 | STORAGE, TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL SYSTEM FOR USED NUCLEAR FUEL ASSEMBLIES - An integrated storage, transportation and disposal system for used fuel assemblies is provided. The system includes a plurality of sealed canisters and a cask sized to receive the sealed canisters in side by side relationship. The plurality of sealed canisters include an internal basket structure to receive a plurality of used fuel assemblies. The internal basket structure includes a plurality of radiation-absorbing panels and a plurality of hemispherical ribs generally perpendicular to the canister sidewall. The sealed canisters are received within the cask for storage and transportation and are removed from the cask for disposal at a designated repository. The system of the present invention allows the handling of sealed canisters separately or collectively, while allowing storage and transportation of high burnup fuel and damaged fuel to the designated repository. | 03-28-2013 |
John H. Wagner, Memphis, TN US
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20140234235 | ENHANCED EFFICIENCY OF SUNSCREEN COMPOSITIONS - Compositions comprising UV blocking agents, a film forming polymer containing acid groups and a neutralizing agent; compositions and methods for increasing the SPF of a composition by neutralizing at least a portion of the acid groups of the film forming agent with the neutralizing agent. | 08-21-2014 |
John R. Wagner, Melbourne, FL US
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20130297849 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR MONITORING ACTIVITIES OF VIRTUAL MACHINES - Embodiments of a method and apparatus for monitoring activity on a virtual machine are generally described herein. The activity may be monitored by a first hypervisor and the virtual machine may be controlled by a second hypervisor. In some embodiments, the method includes setting a breakpoint in a kernel function of the virtual machine. The method may further include generating a page fault, responsive to the virtual machine halting execution at the breakpoint, to cause the second hypervisor to page in contents of a memory location accessed by the kernel function. The method may further include inspecting the contents of the memory location to detect activity in the virtual machine. | 11-07-2013 |
20130340077 | SECURE CLOUD HYPERVISOR MONITOR - This disclosure addresses systems and methods for the protection of hardware and software in a computing environment. A hypervisor-monitor may be nested between the hardware of a host system and a hypervisor that is capable of supporting one or more guest virtual machines. The hypervisor-monitor may intercept exceptions generated by one or more processors in the host system and inspect software instructions for the hypervisor and the guests. Inspection may include performing a hash of the software instructions and a comparison of the hash with authorized software modules or a set of known malware. In this manner the hypervisor-monitor may monitor prevent the execution of malware by the hypervisor or the guests or provide a record of when code of an unknown origin was executed. | 12-19-2013 |
20140068601 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LIVE COMPUTER FORENSICS - Embodiments of a system and method for live computer forensics are generally described herein. The system can include a first hypervisor configured to halt a computer system, the computer system including a central processing unit, a drive, a volatile memory, and a non-volatile memory. The first hypervisor can be configured to collect data representative of the state of the computer system at the time the computer system was halted. The data representative of the state of the computer system can include the contents of the volatile and non-volatile memory at the time the computer system was halted, wherein at least a portion of the collected data is representative of the state of the central processing unit and the contents of the drive, at the time the computer system was halted. | 03-06-2014 |
John R. Wagner, Seneca, SC US
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20100253512 | SYSTEM AND METHOD TO ASSESS SIGNAL SIMILARITY WITH APPLICATIONS TO DIAGNOSTICS AND PROGNOSTICS - Signal processing technology for assessing dynamic system similarity for fault detection and other applications is based on time- and frequency-domain time series analysis techniques and compares the entire autocorrelation structure of a test and reference signal series. The test and reference signals are first subjected to similar pre-processing to help guarantee signal stationarity. Pre-processing may include formation of multivariate signal clusters, filtering and sampling. Multivariate periodograms or autocovariance functions are then calculated for each signal series. Test statistics are computed and assessed to determine the equality of the test and reference signals. When the difference between sample autocovariance functions or periodograms of such signals exceeds a preselected threshold value, fault detection signals and/or related diagnostic information are provided as output to a user. | 10-07-2010 |
John Russell Wagner, Seneca, SC US
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20120196252 | Tailgating Scenario Safety Training Device And Methods - Disclosed is a driver training device that can be utilized to simulate the back of a moving vehicle. The training device can be utilized in a driver training program to help students learn proper distancing and how to avoid dangerous tailgating practices. A device can include a driver training apparatus comprising a taillight assembly that includes brake lights and/or other features to simulate the back of a moving vehicle. A training device can simulate the back of one or two vehicles, and can be powered by attachment to a lead vehicle or alternatively to a movable track. In addition, a training device can be adjustable to simulate a variety of differently sized vehicles and can be easily broken down into component sections for simple storage and transport. | 08-02-2012 |
John W. Wagner, Nashua, NH US
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20120254828 | Flexible Modeling Architecture For Management Systems - A flexible modeling architecture is described that allows multiple versions of entities of different types to be modeled in a structured fashion with different model sets, with a variety of functional models, each representing a different aspect of the system and allowing generation of any number of artifacts at build-time as well as run-time to result in rapid creation of consistent computer applications to manage concurrently a plurality of entities, dynamically adjusting to the version of metadata on each entity. | 10-04-2012 |
Jon Wagner, San Francisco, CA US
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20130235527 | POWER ELECTRONIC SYSTEM AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY - A power electronic system including a casing encapsulating a circuit board and multiple power electronic components mounted to a first broad face of the circuit board. The casing includes a case body, a first lid, and a second lid. The case body includes a cooling channel region including a cooling plate having a first and second broad face, cooling features extending from the cooling plate first broad face, and a cooling block extending from the cooling plate second broad face. The case body further includes a first access gap defined through the case body. The circuit board is mounted to the casing with the first broad face proximal the cooling plate second broad face. The power electronic system additionally includes a connector that extends from the case exterior to connect to the circuit board first broad face, wherein connector connection is facilitated by the first access gap. | 09-12-2013 |
20140218865 | MOTOR CONTROL DEVICE - A motor controller comprising an inverter module including an inverter circuit coupled to a baseplate, wherein the baseplate includes cooling features; a cooling channel configured to receive a cooling fluid, wherein the cooling features extend into the cooling channel; a capacitor; and a laminated bus electrically coupling the capacitor to the inverter circuit and thermally coupling the capacitor to the cooling channel. | 08-07-2014 |
Jon C. Wagner, Omaha, NE US
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20090137669 | CREATINE ESTER ANTI-INFLAMMATORY COMPOUNDS AND FORMULATIONS - The present invention provides a creatine ester anti-inflammatory compound which may be received by animals and then metabolized into a biologically active form of creatine. The biologically active creatine inhibits the production of chemical mediators, released during an inflammatory response, which are important components in the inflammatory response and the inflammation and pain resulting from physical or chemical trauma to cells and tissue. | 05-28-2009 |
20110224174 | CREATINE ESTER ANTI-INFLAMMATORY COMPOUNDS AND FORMULATIONS - The present invention provides a creatine ester anti-inflammatory compound which may be received by animals and then metabolized into a biologically active form of creatine. The biologically active creatine inhibits the production of chemical mediators, released during an inflammatory response, which are important components in the inflammatory response and the inflammation and pain resulting from physical or chemical trauma to cells and tissue. | 09-15-2011 |
Joseph Wagner, San Ramon, CA US
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20130295581 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Breast Cancer - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits relating to the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of breast cancer. | 11-07-2013 |
20140141996 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Cancer - Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to methods of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cancer. In some embodiments, the methods include targeting a marker that is expressed at abnormal levels in bladder cancer tissue in comparison to normal somatic tissue. Some embodiments are directed to methods of treating cancer comprising administering a composition including a therapeutic that affects the expression or function of a target marker. Some embodiments are directed to methods of detecting cancer comprising detecting a level of a target marker associated with the cancer, | 05-22-2014 |
20140154691 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Bladder Cancer - Embodiments of the disclosure are directed to methods of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cancer. The methods are particularly suited for bladder cancer. The methods include targeting a marker that is expressed at abnormal levels in bladder cancer tissue in comparison to normal somatic tissue. Also disclosed are methods of treating cancer comprising administering a composition including a therapeutic that affects the expression or function of a target marker. | 06-05-2014 |
20140206574 | Methods and Compositons for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Cancer - The invention relates to methods of detecting cancer in a sample obtained from a subject. The invention also provides kits and reagents for detecting cancer as well as therapeutics and methods of treating cancer. | 07-24-2014 |
20140221244 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Colorectal Cancer - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits relating to the detection, diagnosis, treatment of colorectal cancer. | 08-07-2014 |
20140235486 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Breast Cancer - The invention provides for methods of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of cancer including, but not limited to, breast cancer. | 08-21-2014 |
20140315743 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Ovarian Cancer - The invention relates to methods, compositions and kits for the diagnosis, detection, and treatment of ovarian cancer. | 10-23-2014 |
20140323342 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Bladder Cancer - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits for the detection and treatment of bladder cancer. | 10-30-2014 |
20140357518 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Thyroid Cancer - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits for the detection and treatment of thyroid cancer. | 12-04-2014 |
20150018235 | Methods and Compositions for the Treatment and Diagnosis of Pancreatic Cancer - The invention provides methods, compositions and kits for the detection and treatment of pancreatic cancer. | 01-15-2015 |
Julie Marie Wagner, St. Charles, MO US
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20140096683 | FIBER BED ASSEMBLY INCLUDING A RE-ENTRAINMENT CONTROL DEVICE FOR A FIBER BED MIST ELIMINATOR - A fiber bed assembly used to remove aerosols and/or wetted soluble solids from a moving gas stream includes a fiber bed support and a fiber bed supported by the fiber bed support so that the gas stream passes through the fiber bed moving from an upstream space to a downstream space with respect to the fiber bed. A re-entrainment control device is located within a downstream space defined by the fiber bed so that at least a portion of the gas stream passes through the re-entrainment control device. The re-entrainment control device is shaped to change the direction of the average flow path of the gas stream as the gas stream passes through the re-entrainment control device so as to cause aerosols and/or wettable solids contained therein to be separated from the gas stream by inertial force. A re-entrainment control device and method of use are also disclosed. | 04-10-2014 |
Kevin A. Wagner, Phoenix, AZ US
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20120118451 | GOLF CLUB COVER MUSIC APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREFOR - The invention comprises a combination golf club head cover and/or novelty golf club configured with an integrated music device or a replaceably attachable music device. For example, a golf club cover and/or a novelty golf club system is configured with one or more music projection elements, such as a power source, receiver, power transmittal line, music source receiver, integrated music source, connector for a replaceably attached music source, music transmittal line, user controller, amplifier, and/or speaker. Optionally, the golf club cover is configured with a pocket and the cover and/or novelty golf club is configured with weather protection means and/or an anti-theft device. The system allows a golfer to enjoy music while playing a round of golf and/or to enjoy the same music source while in an indoor area and/or a refreshment area where a bulky golf bag is not readily transported. | 05-17-2012 |
20120118452 | GOLF CLUB COVER APPARATUS AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - The invention comprises a combination golf club head cover and a golf club head cover pocket configured to hold, transport and/or secure an object, such as a watch, wallet, key, music device, and/or personal item. Optionally, the golf club head cover is configured with an integrated music device or a replaceably attachable music device. For example, a golf club cover and/or a novelty golf club system is configured with one or more music projection elements, such as a power source, receiver, power transmittal line, music source receiver, integrated music source, connector for a replaceably attached music source, music transmittal line, user controller, amplifier, and/or speaker. The system allows a golfer to safely transport and enjoy a music device while playing a round of golf and/or to enjoy the same music source while in an indoor area and/or a refreshment area where a bulky golf bag is not readily transported. | 05-17-2012 |
Kim Wagner US
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20100270374 | DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REDUCING AN INTERACTION TIME FOR A CONTACTLESS TRANSACTION - A method. The method comprises, at a reader, performing at least one transaction-based risk management process prior to energizing a contactless interface, initiating communication with a card utilized for the contactless transaction, receiving information associated with the card, and terminating communication with the card to authorizing the contactless transaction. | 10-28-2010 |
Kim R. Wagner, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20130232073 | Authentication Using Biometric Technology Through a Consumer Device - Embodiments of the invention provide strong user authentication on a trusted consumer device without requiring the user to go through a formal registration process with the issuer or payment processing network. Certain embodiments allow the use of any biometric technology (e.g., fingerprint scan, iris scan, voice recognition, etc.) supported by their consumer device (e.g., smart phone, tablet computer) to authenticate the user. Additionally, the consumer device provides unforgeable evidence of the biometric match in the form of a biometric digital artifact to provide proof to a payment processing network that the match occurred. The payment processing network maintains a history of these authenticated transactions and biometric digital artifacts and as more and more non-fraudulent authenticated transactions occur over time, a higher level of trust (i.e., lower risk) is associated with the consumer device, biometric registration process, and the user. | 09-05-2013 |
20130290136 | AUTHENTICATION USING BIOMETRIC TECHNOLOGY THROUGH A CONSUMER DEVICE - Embodiments of the invention provide strong user authentication on a consumer device without requiring the user to go through a formal registration process with the issuer or processing network. Certain embodiments allow the use of any biometric technology (e.g., fingerprint scan, iris scan, voice recognition, etc.) supported by their consumer device (e.g., smart phone, tablet computer, personal computer) to authenticate the user. Additionally, the consumer device provides unforgeable evidence of the biometric match in the form of a biometric digital artifact to provide proof to a processing network that the match occurred. The processing network maintains a history of these authenticated transactions and biometric digital artifacts and as more and more non-fraudulent authenticated transactions occur over time, a higher level of trust (i.e., lower risk) is associated with the consumer device, biometric registration process, and the user. | 10-31-2013 |
20140222678 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTHENTICATION USING SPEAKER VERIFICATION TECHNIQUES AND FRAUD MODEL - Embodiments of the invention provide for speaker verification on a communication device without requiring a user to go through a formal registration process with the issuer or network. Certain embodiments allow the use of a captured voice sample attempting to reproduce a word string having a random element to authenticate the user. Authentication of the user is based on both a match score indicating how closely the captured voice samples match to previously stored voice samples of the user and a pass or fail response indicating whether the voice sample is an accurate reproduction of the word string. The processing network maintains a history of the authenticated transactions and voice samples. | 08-07-2014 |
20140246492 | DEVICE, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REDUCING AN INTERACTION TIME FOR A CONTACTLESS TRANSACTION - A method comprising, at a reader, performing at least one transaction-based risk management process prior to energizing a contactless interface, initiating communication with a card utilized for a contactless transaction, receiving information associated with the card, terminating communication with the card, and authorizing the contactless transaction. | 09-04-2014 |
20140372128 | SPEECH TRANSACTION PROCESSING - Embodiments of the invention are directed to systems and methods for speech transaction processing. A location of a device associated with a user may be determined. A reference to a voice model associated with the user stored within a database may be retrieved, based at least in part on the location. A voice segment may be received from the user. Using the reference, the voice segment may be compared to the voice model stored within the database. A determination may be made whether the user is authenticated for the transaction based on the comparing step. | 12-18-2014 |
Lori Wagner, Richmond, VA US
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20120186002 | Helmets Comprising Ceramic for Protection Against High Energy Fragments and Rifle Bullets - Helmets for military and other applications that require resistance to high energy fragments and rifle bullets are disclosed. The helmets are fabricated with a combination of ceramic, either as a monolith or as a plurality of discreet pieces, and an inner backing material having a plurality of fibrous layers such as polyolefin and/or aramid fiber layers. | 07-26-2012 |
Loril Wagner, Richmond, VA US
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20090163105 | Environmentally Resistant Ballistic Composite Based on a Nitrile Rubber Binder - Ballistic resistant fabrics and articles that retain superior ballistic resistance performance after exposure to liquids such as sea water and organic solvents, such as gasoline and other petroleum-based products. The fabrics are formed from high performance fibers coated with a nitrile rubber binder polymer having an acrylonitrile content of from about 15 wt. % to about 50 wt. %, and are optionally coated with a binder that is a blend of a nitrile rubber and a fluorine-containing material. | 06-25-2009 |
Mark Joseph Wagner, Greenville, SC US
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20130074509 | TURBOMACHINE CONFIGURED TO BURN ASH-BEARING FUEL OILS AND METHOD OF BURNING ASH-BEARING FUEL OILS IN A TURBOMACHINE - According to one aspect of the exemplary embodiment, a turbomachine includes a compressor portion, a combustor fluidly connected to the compressor portion, and a turbine portion fluidly connected to the combustor portion and mechanically coupled to the compressor portion. The combustor portion is configured and disposed to burn ash-bearing fuel oils. The turbine portion includes a first stage having a first plurality of airfoils, and a second stage having a second plurality of airfoils. The first plurality of airfoils have a trailing edge discharge member. The second plurality of airfoils is clocked circumferentially relative to the first plurality of airfoils. The first plurality of airfoils are configured and disposed to direct an ash depleted flow upon corresponding adjacent ones of the second plurality of airfoils. | 03-28-2013 |
Martha Tipton Wagner, New Smyrna Beach, FL US
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20100269312 | Slide fastener assembly and method of attachment - A slide fastener assembly and method of attachment allows for simple installation or replacement of molded slider assemblies, metal zipper assemblies, or both or either halves of separating zipper assemblies. A cohesive fastener is attached to the leading edges of surfaces where a slide fastener is connected. A corresponding cohesive fastener is attached to either surface of a zipper tape of a slider assembly. The slider assembly is pressed together with corresponding cohesive surfaces where the slide fastener is to be connected, holding the slide fastener securely in place. In another embodiment, a slide fastener is manufactured with cohesive material that is integral to the zipper tape. In another embodiment, a slide fastener is attached by connection means to a band, which is connected to an outer perimeter of a frame and inner perimeter of a panel. | 10-28-2010 |
Matthew William Wagner, Urbandale, IA US
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20130130844 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR BUNT TRAINING - A bunt training device includes a shield with opposite ends which is mounted to a baseball or softball bat using one or more straps. The device is mounted on the bat in a position which allows a batter to slide his or her top hand to the end of the device adjacent the barrel of the bat for bunting practice. The shield protects the batter's top hand from a pitched ball and thereby eliminates or reduces the fear a batter may have when bunting. The device may be formed as a separate shield to be mounted on a conventional bat, or the shield and bat can be formed as a single unit for bunting practice. | 05-23-2013 |
Mitchell E. Wagner, Reno, NV US
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20110265770 | INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE - An internal combustion engine includes a combustion chamber defined by a cylinder, a piston defining a piston top, a cylinder head with an intake port and an exhaust port, and a corresponding intake valve and an exhaust valve. The internal combustion engine further includes an intake manifold for supplying air to the combustion chamber and an exhaust manifold for drawing exhaust gas from the combustion chamber. The flow dynamics of the internal combustion engine are improved by including textured surfaces on one or more of the piston top, the cylinder head, the intake valve, the intake port, the exhaust valve, the intake manifold, the exhaust manifold, or the fuel supplier. The textured surface may include indentations, protrusions, or combinations. | 11-03-2011 |
20140326224 | INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE - An internal combustion engine includes a combustion chamber defined by a cylinder, a piston defining a piston top, a cylinder head with an intake port and an exhaust port, and a corresponding intake valve and an exhaust valve. The internal combustion engine further includes an intake manifold for supplying air to the combustion chamber and an exhaust manifold for drawing exhaust gas from the combustion chamber. The flow dynamics of the internal combustion engine are improved by including textured surfaces on one or more of the piston top, the cylinder head, the intake valve, the intake port, the exhaust valve, the intake manifold, the exhaust manifold, or the fuel supplier. The textured surface may include indentations, protrusions, or combinations. | 11-06-2014 |
Nathan Wagner, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20130073539 | System and Method for Collectively Describing Events and Connecting Individuals Based Upon Commonly Shared Experiences to Control Social Network - A commercial and social system is controlled by collecting information related to historical events from veterans and active duty personnel. The historical events are stored in a database as keypoints based on time and location. Personal profile information for the veterans and active duty personnel is also collected and stored in the database. The information stored in the database is accessed based on search selections. A timeline of the historical events is presented based upon matches between the search selections and information stored in the database. A veteran or active duty personnel associated with the historical events is identified. A connection to the identified veteran or active duty personnel is controlled to enable a commercial or social activity with the identified veteran or active duty personnel. The historical events can also relate to sport teams, corporations, professional organizations, government, schools, and other organizations with numerous members. | 03-21-2013 |
Oliver P. Wagner, Albuquerque, NM US
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20130311179 | Electronic Device with Text Error Correction Based on Voice Recognition Data - During operation of an electronic device such as a cellular telephone with a touch screen display or other electronic equipment, a voice recognition engine may gather data on spoken words. Data on the spoken words that are recognized may be maintained in a spoken word database maintained by an input processor with an autocorrection engine. A user may supply text input that contains mistyped words to the electronic device using the touch screen or a keyboard. The input processor may use the autocorrection engine to automatically replace mistyped words with corrected versions of the mistyped words. The corrected words may be displayed in real time as the user supplies the text input. The autocorrection engine may make word correction decisions based at least partly on information in the spoken word database. | 11-21-2013 |
20150082250 | Device, Method, and Graphical User Interface for Navigating and Displaying Content in Context - An electronic device displays one or more thumbnails. The device detects a first multi-contact gesture that includes movement of a first contact and a second contact; and, in response to detecting the first multi-contact gesture, the device displays content associated with a respective thumbnail and enlarges the content associated with the respective thumbnail to a respective enlarged size in accordance with the first multi-contact gesture. The device detects termination of the first multi-contact gesture; and, in response to detecting termination of the first multi-contact gesture: when a resizing metric based on the first multi-contact gesture is below a predefined threshold, the device ceases to display the content at the respective enlarged size; and, when the resizing metric based on the first multi-contact gesture is above the predefined threshold, the device displays the content on the display in a predefined arrangement. | 03-19-2015 |
Peter A. Wagner, Herndon, VA US
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20090320093 | HOLISTIC XACML AND OBLIGATION CODE AUTOMATICALLY GENERATED FROM ONTOLOGICALLY DEFINED RULE SET - Computer-based systems and methods for automatically generating both XACML rules and processed-based obligation code using a common ontologically defined ruleset. | 12-24-2009 |
Phillip Roger Wagner, New Smyrna Beach, FL US
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20100269312 | Slide fastener assembly and method of attachment - A slide fastener assembly and method of attachment allows for simple installation or replacement of molded slider assemblies, metal zipper assemblies, or both or either halves of separating zipper assemblies. A cohesive fastener is attached to the leading edges of surfaces where a slide fastener is connected. A corresponding cohesive fastener is attached to either surface of a zipper tape of a slider assembly. The slider assembly is pressed together with corresponding cohesive surfaces where the slide fastener is to be connected, holding the slide fastener securely in place. In another embodiment, a slide fastener is manufactured with cohesive material that is integral to the zipper tape. In another embodiment, a slide fastener is attached by connection means to a band, which is connected to an outer perimeter of a frame and inner perimeter of a panel. | 10-28-2010 |
Ray Wagner, Tucson, AZ US
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20110008400 | Digital Wipes And Method Of Handling - The present invention describes novel dental wipes and novel formulations for treating dental caries. The formulations may be used on the dental wipes or independently from the wipes. The wipe, when applied to the teeth, gums, tongue, and oral mucosa, helps treat dental caries and remove biofilm. | 01-13-2011 |
Richard John Wagner, Prescott, AZ US
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20080302794 | Security Closure for a Container - The present invention is a security closure for enclosing an opening of a container includes a security lid having openings for lock tabs on the container. The lock tabs mate with openings on the combination lid by inserting and rotating the container. Lock dials are used to maintain the security lid and the container in a closed relationship. | 12-11-2008 |
Richard William Wagner, Waterbury, VT US
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20120235369 | GLIDING BOARD WITH MODIFIED BENDING CHARACTERISTICS AND EDGE FEATURES ADJACENT BINDING MOUNTING REGIONS - A gliding board may have less resistance to bending in portions within one or both binding mounting regions as compared to portions at or near ends of the binding mounting regions. Some embodiments provide for increased ability to store and release energy when performing certain maneuvers with the board, such as nose presses, ollies and similar moves. Regions of greatest stiffness may be arranged at outer ends of the binding mounting regions, and may be arranged along lines that are transverse to a longitudinal axis of the board. Alternately, a board may include heel and toe convex portions in the heel and toe side edges that are offset along the board length, e.g., so that the heel convex portions are closer to each other and to a longitudinal board center than the toe convex portions. | 09-20-2012 |
Robert J. Wagner, Fargo, ND US
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20110173529 | TEMPLATE PROCESSING ENGINE FOR BUSINESS SYSTEMS - A template processing engine is used for generating and/or modifying reports in business systems. The template processing engine receives predefined templates and structured data from the business system, enables a user to select a template, clones appropriate template rows or columns, and adds them to an output report. The output report may be displayed to the requesting user, printed, emailed, or stored based on user request or default parameters. | 07-14-2011 |
20120173294 | Integrating Report Actions for a Series of Reports Within a Single User Interface - A user interface may be provided for initiating communication of a business process from a single report user interface. The user interface may include a report area, a selected report in the report area and a group of integrated action buttons for initiating communication of one or more business processes against the selected report. The integrated action buttons in the user interface may be selected by a user to apply the one or more business processes against the selected report. The one or more business processes may then be initiated against the selected report from the user interface. | 07-05-2012 |
20120174027 | Displaying A Series Of Reports Within A Single User Interface - A user interface may be provided for displaying a series of reports. The user interface may include a primary report area, a secondary report area and a navigation slider. The primary report area may be utilized to display a selected report image associated with a report in a report series. The secondary report area may be utilized to display one or more additional report images associated with other reports in the report series. The navigation slider may be utilized to navigate among the report images displayed in the secondary report area. The report images displayed in the primary and secondary report areas may be manipulated by one or more user commands received in the user interface. | 07-05-2012 |
Robin J. Wagner, Glendale, AZ US
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20110253609 | WATER CLEANING SYSTEM - A pool cleaning system includes a pool, and a gas generating system which includes first and second electrode assemblies. A reactant gas is formed in response to establishing a potential difference between the first and second electrode assemblies. A pool pump is in fluid communication with the pool, and a pool filter in fluid communication with the pool and pool pump. The reactant gas flows through a strainer drain of the pool pump and to the pool filter. | 10-20-2011 |
Ronald E. Wagner, Fleming Island, FL US
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20100217638 | In service support center and method of operation - In a method for in service support for a vehicle fleet wherein the improvement comprises providing Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Conditioned Based Maintenance (CBM), Fleet Management (FM), Vehicle/Component Asset Tracking, Stores/Consumable Inventory, and maintenance management. | 08-26-2010 |
20100217714 | Telenostics certify - A method for managing a commercial process comprising the steps of capturing and understanding current as-is processes; comparing before and after performance; developing a transition strategy; evaluating performance using flow charts; redesigning using creative thinking; obtaining real-time data about the process; performing predictive performance actions based on remaining useful life; and performing aggregation, analysis and information fusion to enable process and users to optimize the commercial process. | 08-26-2010 |
20140046640 | Telenostics for medical uses - Telenostics style prognostication algorithms are used in medical prognosis to predict the mean time to an unacceptable result, such as death, or the mean time to a cure or partial cure. | 02-13-2014 |
20140049390 | Telenostics point of performance pre-operations condition capture system - For fleet maintenance a point of performance pre-operations condition capture system includes the use of RFID tags and associated sensors positioned at various vehicle locations to sense operating conditions at the vehicle, with the pre-operations condition provided by a scanner that scans the RFID tags for ascertaining the identity of a sensor and the sensed operational state, such that pre-operations condition can be ascertained and verified due to the RFID tag scanning. | 02-20-2014 |
20140049392 | Method of preventing spoilage - A method is provided for preventing spoilage of perishable goods by utilizing algorithms that predict the probability of spoilage based on sensor inputs, in which containers are provided with one or more spoilage sensors that are output to a prognostic or detection algorithm for providing the probability that spoilage has occurred or the probability that spoilage will occur at some specific time in the future. | 02-20-2014 |
20140050081 | Reduced bandwidth transmission for multiple sensors utilized to monitor a system - In a system for monitoring multiple sensors, a technique is utilized to reduce the bandwidth necessary to transmit sensor data to a processing location by embedding a diagnostic and/or prognostic algorithm at the sensor location and providing that the algorithm outputs only values that are greater than predetermined exceedances for each of the sensors involved, and by monitoring only performance parameters that are critical to the monitored system. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052348 | Method and apparatus for determining actual and potential failure of hydraulic lifts - An early warning system includes monitoring of the hydraulic pressure used to power the hydraulic motor used to raise a man lift during operation, and providing a prognostication algorithm coupled to the output of the sensor to predict based on data from the sensor when there will be a catastrophic failure of the lift. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052418 | Method and apparatus for providing on-board diagnostics - On-board diagnostics for fleet maintenance is improved by embedding a microprocessor programmed with a prognostication algorithm on a vehicle. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052499 | Telenostics performance logic - In a method for managing a vehicle fleet using operational and maintenance data, wherein the improvement comprises the steps of also using financial, environmental, and industry data. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052501 | In service support center and method of operation - In a method for in service support for a vehicle fleet wherein the improvement comprises providing Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Conditioned Based Maintenance (CBM), Fleet Management (FM), Vehicle/Component Asset Tracking, Stores/Consumable Inventory, and maintenance management. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052672 | Telenostics point of performance driver performance index - Fleet management is apprised of the effects of driver's performance through the use of a driver performance index that is a relative calculation of how well a driver is operating equipment in which the driver performance index is tailorable to each organization so that the relative value of each element of the calculation can be weighted, with the driver performance index including metrics that indicate the way the vehicle is being operated whether before, during or after the operating period. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052676 | Portable performance support device and method for use - A user is provided with a portable performance support device that allows the user to be connected with all relevant information required for a task; determines the relevance and priority of a task; assesses an event or condition and provides knowledge to the user by collecting information from actions taken, learning from said actions and making knowledge gained therefrom available to the user. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052677 | Nearly orthogonal latin hypercubes for optimization algorithms - Nearly orthogonal latin hypercubes are used in optimization algorithms for creating an expanded and synthetically-generated data set to improve an initial optimization algorithm. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052888 | Method and apparatus for providing two way control and data communications to and from transportation refrigeration units (TRUs) - An RS-485 bus is directly connected to transportation refrigeration unit sensors for transmitting information from the sensors to a remote location and for controlling sensor parameters from the remote location. The GENSET associated with the transportation refrigeration unit also utilizes the RS-485 bus, in which the bus is directly connected to the GENSET sensors for bi-directional communication therewith. | 02-20-2014 |
20140052959 | Experimental engineering optimization algorithm at point of performance - A method is provided for reducing the data set used in creating an optimization algorithm, thus to permit the use of microprocessors, that in turn permits embedding the optimization algorithm at the point of performance, in which a subset of data points in a performance window is used to derive a vector that is utilized to create an initial optimization algorithm. | 02-20-2014 |
Stephen Wagner, Albuquerque, NM US
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20080254406 | UNIVERSAL IMPRESSION TRAYS AND METHOD OF USE - A universal impression tray can be reshaped shortened or lengthened allowing a clinician the ability to use one tray in any clinical situation. The tray itself can be used with patients requiring complete removable dentures, root supported and implant-supported overdentures and in some selected dentate cases. The tray can be infinitely modified allowing total control by the clinician. Trays in accordance with features of the present invention are made of a material composition including thermoplastic resin and thermochromic pigment. The material composition softens and changes color in warm water but tends to hold its shape until manipulated by the dentist. The thermoplastic resin portion of the tray can include polycaprolactone resin, styrene resin and dental modeling compound and can vary for specific uses to roughly 50% polycaprolactone /styrene resin and 50% dental modeling compound. Thermochromic pigment can represent up to 5% of the overall material composition of a tray. | 10-16-2008 |
Steven D. Wagner, Belmont, CA US
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20140288694 | ACTIVELY STABILIZED PAYLOAD SUPPORT APPARATUS AND METHODS - A payload stabilizer suitable for use with video camera payloads. The stabilizer has a feedback system providing supplemental torques to the payload through a gimbal while remaining responsive to direct operator control. | 09-25-2014 |
Steven D. Wagner US
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20140288694 | ACTIVELY STABILIZED PAYLOAD SUPPORT APPARATUS AND METHODS - A payload stabilizer suitable for use with video camera payloads. The stabilizer has a feedback system providing supplemental torques to the payload through a gimbal while remaining responsive to direct operator control. | 09-25-2014 |
Steven L. Wagner, San Diego, CA US
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20130165416 | COMPOUNDS AND USES THEREOF IN MODULATING LEVELS OF VARIOUS AMYLOID BETA PEPTIDE ALLOFORMS - The invention provides a novel compound having a structure corresponding to Formula (I): | 06-27-2013 |
Straun Sumner Wagner, New Smyrna Beach, FL US
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20100269312 | Slide fastener assembly and method of attachment - A slide fastener assembly and method of attachment allows for simple installation or replacement of molded slider assemblies, metal zipper assemblies, or both or either halves of separating zipper assemblies. A cohesive fastener is attached to the leading edges of surfaces where a slide fastener is connected. A corresponding cohesive fastener is attached to either surface of a zipper tape of a slider assembly. The slider assembly is pressed together with corresponding cohesive surfaces where the slide fastener is to be connected, holding the slide fastener securely in place. In another embodiment, a slide fastener is manufactured with cohesive material that is integral to the zipper tape. In another embodiment, a slide fastener is attached by connection means to a band, which is connected to an outer perimeter of a frame and inner perimeter of a panel. | 10-28-2010 |
Tammo Wagner, Davenport, IA US
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20120010037 | Final Drive Having A Lubrication System - A final drive comprising a lubrication system is provided. The final drive comprises an axle housing and a differential housing. The differential housing is in alignment with the axle housing, and they share a longitudinal axis. The final drive further comprises a lubricant ring having a lubricant ring inner diameter. The lubricant ring travels about an inner surface of the axle housing. Further, the final drive has a longitudinal axis region, defined as the region formed by the lubricant ring inner diameter. The lubrication system comprises a lubrication inlet in fluid communication with a lubricant outlet. The lubrication inlet is disposed in the axle housing to capture a portion of the lubricant ring. The lubricant outlet is disposed in the differential housing to distribute the portion of the lubricant ring generally to the longitudinal axis region. | 01-12-2012 |
Theresa Wagner, Papillion, NE US
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20090198587 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR AUTHENTICATING CUSTOMER IDENTITIES - This disclosure describes, generally, methods and systems for authenticating the identities of customers. For example, a method comprising receiving a service request from a customer and retrieving customer profile information related to the customer is described. The method further comprises generating questions based on the customer profile information and receiving answers to the questions from the customer. Furthermore, the method comprises analyzing the answers by comparing the answers with the customer profile information and calculating an authentication score based on the analysis of the answers. The method further authenticates the customer based on the authentication score being greater than a threshold score level. | 08-06-2009 |
Thomas Edward Wagner, Cupertino, CA US
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20140177839 | SECURE APP-TO-APP COMMUNICATION - Secure application-to-application communication is disclosed. A shared encryption key may be used to encrypt data to be transferred from a first mobile application to a second mobile application. The encrypted data is provided to a shared storage location. The second mobile application is configured to retrieve the encrypted data from the shared storage location. | 06-26-2014 |
Tobey Wagner, Mt. Pleasant, SC US
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20090126054 | Pennisetum alopecuroides plant named 'PAV300' - A new and distinct variety of | 05-14-2009 |
Tommy J. Wagner, Evanston, WY US
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20090045095 | Packaging for Extending Life of Respiring Produce and Other Perishable Foodstuffs - A package for extending a useful life of perishable foodstuff includes at least one polymeric based layer. The at least one polymeric based layer contains an anti-microbial and anti-fungal additive in an amount effective to prevent product deterioration of the fresh produce due to microbial activity, fungal activity or both microbial and fungal activity. The at least one polymeric based layer includes an effective amount of an ethylene absorbing additive throughout a thickness of the film to absorb a sufficient amount of ethylene to delay the ripening process of the perishable foodstuff where the combination of the an ethylene absorbing additive and the anti-microbial and anti-fungal additive creates a synergistic effect that extends the useful life of the perishable foodstuff. | 02-19-2009 |