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Amber W. Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20110003308 | NANOPARTICLE-MEDIATED SIGNAL AMPLIFICATION - There is described a new class or type of initiators for polymerization as a means of signal enhancement, nanoparticle initiators, and methods for amplifying signal resulting from recognition events, thereby enhancing the detection of those recognition events. Methods include amplification achieved through polymerization using a nanoparticle initiator conjugated recognition element that is not consumed during the reaction. The polymer formed as a result of the absorption of light by the nanoparticle initiator and introduction of reactive species into a surrounding polymerizable monomer solution occurs in a spatially-limited region directly surrounding the nanoparticle initiator and is indicative of the recognition event(s). In one embodiment, a semiconductor quantum dot nanoparticle initiator is utilized. In another embodiment, a metal nanoparticle is utilized. In another embodiment, the signal is detected without instrumentation. In yet another embodiment, the signal is detected via a transmission-based instrument which captures an image of the formed polymer. | 01-06-2011 |
Arthur Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20100129152 | METHOD OF COVERING AN AREA WITH A LAYER OF COMPRESSIBLE MATERIAL - A method of covering an area with a compressible material, such as asphalt, to a desired elevation using a machine that deposits a layer of the compressible material of controlled thickness on a foundation surface, and then using a compacting machine to compact the compressible material to the desired elevation, includes the steps of determining the elevation of the foundation surface over the area, and determining the difference between the elevation of the foundation surface and the desired elevation over the area. A layer of the compressible material is deposited over the area. The layer has an upper surface that varies in elevation over the area, with the layer upper surface being higher in the areas having a lower foundation elevation and lower in the areas having a higher foundation elevation. The layer is sufficiently thick to allow for compression of the layer of compressible material over the area to the desired elevation. The layer of compressible material is compressed during one or more compression operations such that the upper surface of the layer after compression is uniformly at the desired elevation over the area. | 05-27-2010 |
Arthur James Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20130275035 | PERFORMING NON-CONTACT BASED DETERMINATION OF THE POSITION OF AN IMPLEMENT - Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a method for performing non-contact based determination of the position of an implement. In one embodiment, the method includes using a non-contact based measurement system to determine a first measurement comprising the position of the implement relative to a mobile machine coupled with the implement, determining a second measurement comprising the geographic position of the mobile machine and determining the geographic position of the implement using the first measurement and the second measurement. | 10-17-2013 |
20130282266 | SYSTEMS FOR PERFORMING NON-CONTACT BASED DETERMINATION OF THE POSITION OF AN IMPLEMENT - Embodiments of the present invention are directed to systems for performing non-contact based determination of the position of an implement. In one embodiment, a non-contact based measurement system is used to determine the relative position of an implement coupled with a mobile machine. The geographic position of the mobile machine is determined and the geographic position of said implement based upon the geographic position of the mobile machine and the position of the implement relative to the mobile machine. | 10-24-2013 |
20150106004 | AUTO RECOGNITION OF AT LEAST ONE STANDOFF TARGET TO DETERMINE POSITION INFORMATION FOR A MOBILE MACHINE - A method and system for auto recognition of at least one standoff target to determine position information for a mobile machine. One example automatically scans for at least one standoff target. A location for the at least one standoff target is determined. In addition, a distance and direction between the mobile machine and the at least one standoff target is generated. The location information for the at least one standoff target and the distance and direction between the mobile machine and the at least one standoff target is utilized to provide a position for the mobile machine. | 04-16-2015 |
Beverly Cusick Taylor, Telluride, CO US
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20130053750 | Elasticized Garment and Strapping System to aid in Body Mobility Support and Maintenance - A method for donning a therapeutic garment system on a mammalian body, whereby the garments are adapted for donning and releasably securing in a close-fitting fashion so that a plurality of elasticized pieces may be releasably applied, utilizing fasteners, against an outwardly facing surface of at least one—and more often two—of the garments in an operative therapeutic configuration. At least one elasticized garment is included for donning around an area of a torso such as the upper-torso, lower-torso, or full-torso area; a second elasticized garment is included for donning and releasably securing in a close-fitting fashion around a portion of the body, generally other than that around which the first garment will be (or has been) donned. In addition to an outwardly facing surface adapted for accepting releasable fasteners, each garment has an under-layer with an inwardly facing surface to resist slippage. A wide variety of operative therapeutic configurations are available to one donning garment system components, including those that address generally targeted objectives. | 02-28-2013 |
20150290017 | CUSTOMIZED SPINAL BRACING TO AID IN NEUROMOTOR TRAINING - A thermoformable spinal brace for customizable shaping to a wearer by a skilled clinician, preferably worn under the wearer's clothes and worn over and releasably attached to a subsystem of neuromotor training garments for the torso. The subsystem of garments for the torso may include upper- and lower-torso garments whether unitary or two or more pieces interconnected with flexible straps. An anterior apron assembly with strapping is included for further support, creating a unique therapeutic mammalian musculoskeletal spinal orthosis system. | 10-15-2015 |
Cody C. Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20130190759 | Portable Surgical Instrument - A surgical instrument is provided and includes a housing including an elongated shaft. The housing includes a docking portion that includes one or more apertures defined therein and electrical circuitry disposed therein. An end effector is operably supported at a distal end of the elongated shaft. A battery assembly is selectively and pivotably engageable with the docking portion of the housing and configured to generate electrical energy. The battery assembly includes one or more protrusions that are configured to releasably engage the aperture(s) on the docking portion and a latch mechanism that is movable from an initial position for latching the battery assembly to the docking portion to a subsequent position for unlatching the battery assembly from the docking portion. The battery assembly is adapted to communicate with the electrical circuitry of the docking member upon insertion of the battery assembly into the at least one aperture. | 07-25-2013 |
20140148803 | EXTERNAL ACTUATOR FOR AN ELECTROSURGICAL INSTRUMENT - An electrosurgical instrument is provided having a treatment portion attached at a distal end thereof and a handle for actuating the treatment portion. The instrument includes at least one switch, each configured to close an associated open circuit upon activation thereof for controlling at least one respective function or parameter associated with the treatment portion. The instrument is provided with a cap configured to mechanically engage the housing and having an inner surface including a corresponding number of mechanical interfaces configured to align with each switch, such that an activation force against an outer surface of the cap and relative to the housing closes the open circuit associated with a corresponding switch. | 05-29-2014 |
Craig Taylor, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20100246238 | METHOD FOR MITIGATING IMPRINT IN A FERROELECTRIC MEMORY - An array of ferroelectric memory cells that allows imprint mitigation includes ferroelectric memory cells respectively coupled to word lines, plate lines, and bit lines; a word line driver for driving the word lines; a plate line driver for driving the plate lines; a bit line driver for driving the bit lines; and an isolation device driver for driving isolation devices coupled between the bit lines and a plurality of bit lines. The method for mitigating imprint includes coupling the bit lines to a respective plurality of sense amplifiers, turning on a word line and pulsing a plate line associated with a row of ferroelectric memory cells, disconnecting the bit lines from the respective sense amplifiers, driving the plate line low and the bit lines high, driving the plate line high and the bit lines low, driving the plate line low and floating the bit lines, driving the bit lines with the sense amplifier, and turning off the word line and precharging the bit lines. The method can be performed after each memory access, or can be performed whenever convenient with a counter and a rejuvenate command. | 09-30-2010 |
20140327553 | ZERO POWER METERING CIRCUITS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system can include a passive wireless interface circuit that generates data from a wireless signal and further includes an energy harvesting circuit that generates first operating power from the wireless signal; a meter interface circuit configured to receive at least one input signal and second operating power from a metering device; logic circuits configured to arbitrate accesses to nonvolatile storage circuits from the passive wireless interface and meter interface circuits using the first or second operating power. | 11-06-2014 |
Dale Taylor, Centennial, CO US
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20120240866 | Reusable pet chew toy with treat compartment - The invention relates to a reusable pet chew toy made of hard rubber and rawhide laces with a compartment to accommodate treats wherein the pet must chew through rawhide laces to break open the compartment to obtain the treat. | 09-27-2012 |
20130032096 | Pop up tennis ball pet toy - The invention relates to a pet toy wherein a two-piece molded plastic encasement contains apertures that allow a ball or balls to protrude and extrude as a result of rotation of the top of the toy and fixed raised protrusions which naturally cause a ball to essentially “appear” and “disappear” and an animal must solve by attempting to retrieve the moving ball or balls. | 02-07-2013 |
20130036987 | Pet puzzle game utilizing tennis balls - The invention relates to a molded pet toy puzzle with a top aperture to receive a ball and wherein gravity will force the ball randomly into one of three tunnels with a terminus at each end. Each terminus will have some type of covering wherein an animal must determine how to open the covering to retrieve the ball. | 02-14-2013 |
20140085872 | RECREATIONAL OR OCCUPATIONAL HEADLAMP USING MODULATED LIGHT COROLLARY TO HUMAN PERSISTENCE OF VISION FOR OPTIMIZED PATH ILLUMINATION - The invention relates to a novel recreational or occupational modulating light headlamp which works in conjunction with the mechanics of human vision to provide effective path lighting in very low light or dark. Applying flicker fusion rate and factoring in the acuity of the eye's rods and cones, lighting is applied to the range and capability of the ocular abilities and optimized for low light or dark. | 03-27-2014 |
20140196671 | COLLAPSIBLE TACTILE MAZE PET TOY - The invention relates to a novel pet toy that utilizes tactile signals to solve the maze puzzle and is collapsible allowing for compaction during play. Soft sides allow for compaction and reconfigurable inner walls create a potentially new and unique trajectory for the solver of the maze. A treat may be placed inside for reward motivation and to activate sensory triggers of an animal though the toy could be utilized by a human child as well. | 07-17-2014 |
Edward Taylor, Erie, CO US
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20140076715 | Low Pressure Arc Plasma Immersion Coating Vapor Deposition and Ion Treatment - A coating system includes a vacuum chamber and a coating assembly. The coating assembly includes a vapor source, a substrate holder, a remote anode electrically coupled to the cathode target, and a cathode chamber assembly. The cathode chamber assembly includes a cathode target, an optional primary anode and a shield which isolates the cathode target from the vacuum chamber. The shield defines an opening for transmitting an electron emission current of a remote arc discharge from the cathode target to the remote anode that streams along the target face long dimension. A primary power supply is connected between the cathode target and the primary anode while a secondary power supply is connected between the cathode target and the remote anode. Characteristically, a linear remote anode dimension and a vapor source short dimension are parallel to a dimension in which an arc spot is steered along the cathode target. | 03-20-2014 |
20140076716 | Low Pressure Arc Plasma Immersion Coating Vapor Deposition And Ion Treatment - A vacuum coating and plasma treatment system includes a magnetron cathode with a long edge and a short edge. The magnetic pole of the magnetron results in an electromagnetic barrier. At least one remote arc discharge is generated separate from the magnetron cathode and in close proximity to the cathode so that it is confined within a volume adjacent to the magnetron target. The remote arc discharge extends parallel to the long edge of the magnetron target and is defined by the surface of the target on one side and the electromagnetic barrier on all other sides. There is a remote arc discharge cathode hood and anode hood extending over the arc discharge and across the short edge of the magnetron cathode. Outside of the plasma assembly is a magnetic system creating magnetic field lines which extend into and confine the plasma in front of the substrate. | 03-20-2014 |
Edward W. Taylor, Erie, CO US
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20140076718 | Remote Arc Discharge Plasma Assisted Processes - A coating system includes a vacuum chamber and a coating assembly positioned within the vacuum chamber. The coating assembly includes a vapor source that provides material to be coated onto a substrate, a substrate holder to hold substrates to be coated such that the substrates are positioned in front of the vapor source, a cathode chamber assembly, and a remote anode. The cathode chamber assembly includes a cathode, an optional primary anode and a shield which isolates the cathode from the vacuum chamber. The shield defines openings for transmitting an electron emission current from the cathode into the vacuum chamber. The vapor source is positioned between the cathode and the remote anode while the remote anode is coupled to the cathode. | 03-20-2014 |
Eric Carl Taylor, Superior, CO US
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20140115293 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING SPACE IN A STORAGE DEVICE - Aspects of the present disclosure disclose systems and methods for managing space in storage devices. In various aspects, the disclosure is directed to providing more efficient method for managing free space in the storage system, and related apparatus and methods. In particular, the system provides for freeing blocks of memory that are no longer being used based on the information stored in a file system. More specifically, the system allows for reclaiming of large segments of free blocks at one time by providing information on aggregated blocks that were being freed to the storage devices. | 04-24-2014 |
20150355968 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SEQUENTIAL RESILVERING - Implementations claimed and described herein provide systems and methods for the efficient rebuilding of a failed storage device through sequential resilvering. In one implementation, blocks for resilvering are discovered. The blocks correspond to input/output requests not successfully completed for a failed storage device. A coarse grained sorting of the blocks is performed based on a block location of each of the blocks on the failed storage device. The block locations of the blocks are stored in memory according to the coarse grained sorting. A fine grained sorting of the blocks is performed based on the coarse grained sorting of the blocks. The blocks are sequentially resilvered based on the fine grained sorting. | 12-10-2015 |
Gary L. Taylor, Windsor, CO US
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20130223168 | DEEPLY PIPELINED INTEGRATED MEMORY BUILT-IN SELF-TEST (BIST) SYSTEM AND METHOD - A memory system with integrated memory built-in self-test (BIST) circuitry has one or more pipeline registers interposed between combinational logic elements. These combinational logic elements can include write data decoding logic, memory control signal decoding logic, address counter logic, address comparison logic, data comparison logic, and next state decoding logic. Features can be included that compensate for the delay inherent in the pipeline registers. | 08-29-2013 |
20130227223 | LATCHING PSEUDO-DUAL-PORT MEMORY MULTIPLEXER - A pseudo-dual-port (PDP) memory system includes a memory array, timing and control logic, and multiplexer-latch (MUX-latch). The MUX-latch comprises integrated address selection logic and latching logic, such that the combination multiplexes and latches an address in a single change in response to a state change in the read select or write select signals. The multiplexing and latching defines a single operation or state change in the MUX-latch. Since the multiplexing delay and the latching delay for a read operation are coincident with each other rather than being incurred one after the other, memory read operations are fast. | 08-29-2013 |
Haley A. Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20160132031 | Data Processing Systems and Methods for Smart Hub Devices - A first device receives a first command for performing a first functionality on at least a second device, the first functionality comprising a plurality of constituent functionalities, wherein the second device is not configured to execute the first command. The first command is translated into a plurality of sub-commands for execution by respective devices. Each of the plurality of sub-commands, when executed, performs a respective constituent functionality of the plurality of constituent functionalities, and execution of any one of the sub-commands individually does not perform the entire first functionality. The first device manages execution of the plurality of sub-commands by the respective devices, wherein execution of the plurality of sub-commands by the respective devices emulates performance of the first functionality on at least the second device. | 05-12-2016 |
Haley April Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20150195785 | Reduced Power Consumption In A Wireless Network Device - Various techniques for reducing power in a wireless network device are disclosed. In some embodiments, software routines within the device are modified to minimize the time during which the analog circuitry in a radio is powered. In some embodiments, the techniques make use of knowledge of implied delays associated with a particular network protocol. For example, in a CSMA network, there is a defined minimum period before the device can attempt to gain access to the media. The radio may be powered off during this defined period. In other embodiments, modifications to a protocol are disclosed which allow additional power savings. | 07-09-2015 |
Harry Baylor Taylor, Lafayette, CO US
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20130257613 | MOBILE DURESS DYNAMIC REGISTRATION AND PENDANT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A system for transmitting information in a wireless network includes at least one mobile transponder, each transponder adapted to be on the person of a user; an area controller gateway for controlling and managing the network, the area controller gateway operatively connected to the at least one mobile transponder; and a central monitoring station adapted to receive information from the at least one mobile transponder via the area controller gateway and to transmit other information to the at least one mobile transponder via the area controller gateway. The central monitoring station is operatively connected to the area controller gateway by an interne or cellular connection. The system may include a repeater adapted to receive information from the at least one mobile transponder and to transmit said information to the area controller gateway. The mobile transponder may be a duress pendant to provide duress notification or coverage to the user. | 10-03-2013 |
James H. Taylor, Lafayette, CO US
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20120296371 | Modular Shaft for Endoscopic Vessel Sealer and Divider - A modular shaft assembly for use with a variety of different endoscopic forceps each having a housing includes a handle assembly and one or more moveable handles. The modular shaft assembly also includes a shaft having proximal and distal ends and an end effector assembly including a pair of jaw members attached to the distal end thereof. The shaft and a universal drive assembly are attached at the proximal end of the shaft. The universal drive assembly is operably engageable with the handle assemblies of the variety of different endoscopic forceps such that actuation of the one or more movable handles of any of the variety of different forceps causes the universal drive assembly to actuate the jaw members to move between an open position wherein the jaw members are disposed in spaced relation relative to one another to a closed position for grasping tissue therebetween. | 11-22-2012 |
John Taylor, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20100128250 | Line of sight wind speed detection system - The invention is a line of sight wind detection system that has a laser with an output that is directed at a target. The system also has a receiver with a Hartmann aperture array receiving a reflected beam impinging on the Hartmann aperture array. A multiple pixel sensor senses a number of spots of light from the Hartmann aperture array. An analyzer receives an output from the multiple pixel sensor and determines an effective wind speed along a line of sight using a position of the spots. The system takes advantage of the fact that the wind along the line of sight will result in a shift in the angle of the wave front of the reflected beam. This shift in the angle of the wave front contains all the information of the cumulative effect on a projectile fired at the target. | 05-27-2010 |
John D. Taylor, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20090206260 | Night vision technology: broad band imaging - The invention is directed to a night vision system that has an illuminator that transmits light towards a target using light outside the visible spectrum. A receive optics focuses an image on a charge coupled device. This system with an ultraviolet illuminator allows the night vision system to view images beyond 2500 meters, while present systems are limited to around 800 meters. The illuminator is generally a high peak power pulsed light source. A processor uses frame addition techniques to increase the captured light and may use binning techniques to increase the signal to noise ratio. The system may use multiple illuminators and capture images at a number of different wavelengths. | 08-20-2009 |
Joseph E. Taylor, Fort Collins, CO US
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20130282886 | NETWORK MANAGEMENT - The present disclosure provides methods, computer-readable media, and systems for managing a network with a network management device. Vendor specific discovery protocol data can be collected with the network management device from a network device in response to the network device having vendor specific discovery protocol data. Vendor neutral discovery protocol data can be collected with the network management device in response to the network device having vendor neutral discovery protocol data. A network connection can be assessed using the at least one of the vendor specific discovery protocol data and the vendor neutral discovery protocol data. | 10-24-2013 |
Joseph Elisha Taylor, Ft. Collins, CO US
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20130282923 | MANAGING OVERLAPPING ADDRESS DOMAINS - A system and method for managing overlapping address domains are described herein. The method includes receiving, at a global network node management system, communications from a plurality of tenants within a network address translation (NAT) environment, wherein each of the plurality of tenants includes a group of network devices with non-overlapping internet protocol (IP) addresses. The method also includes tracking, via the global network node management system, a state of the NAT environment based on the communications. | 10-24-2013 |
Joshua D. Taylor, Evergreen, CO US
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20090299109 | Renewable Compositions - The present invention is directed to renewable compositions derived from fermentation of biomass, and integrated methods of preparing such compositions. | 12-03-2009 |
20100216958 | Methods of Preparing Renewable Butadiene and Renewable Isoprene - Isobutene, isoprene, and butadiene are obtained from mixtures of C | 08-26-2010 |
20110087000 | Integrated Process to Selectively Convert Renewable Isobutanol to P-Xylene - The present invention is directed to a method for preparing renewable and relatively high purity p-xylene from biomass. For example, biomass treated to provide a fermentation feedstock is fermented with a microorganism capable of producing a C | 04-14-2011 |
20110172475 | INTEGRATED METHODS OF PREPARING RENEWABLE CHEMICALS - Isobutene, isoprene, and butadiene are obtained from mixtures of C | 07-14-2011 |
20110288352 | RENEWABLE JET FUEL BLENDSTOCK FROM ISOBUTANOL - The present invention in its various embodiments is directed to methods for preparing a renewable jet fuel blendstock, and blendstocks prepared by such methods, comprising fermenting a biomass-derived feedstock to form one or more C | 11-24-2011 |
20120171741 | Renewable Xylenes Produced from Bological C4 and C5 Molecules - The present invention is directed to a method for preparing renewable and relatively high purity p-xylene from biomass, and from C | 07-05-2012 |
20120238787 | RENEWABLE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to renewable compositions derived from fermentation of biomass, and integrated methods of preparing such compositions. | 09-20-2012 |
20120259146 | RENEWABLE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to renewable compositions derived from fermentation of biomass, and integrated methods of preparing such compositions. | 10-11-2012 |
20120271082 | VARIATIONS ON PRINS-LIKE CHEMISTRY TO PRODUCE 2,5-DIMETHYLHEXADIENE FROM ISOBUTANOL - The method of the present invention provides a high yield pathway to 2,5-dimethylhexadiene from renewable isobutanol, which enables economic production of renewable p-xylene (and subsequently, terephthalic acid, a key monomer in the production of PET) from isobutanol. In addition, the present invention provides methods for producing 2,5-dimethylhexadiene from a variety of feed stocks that can act as “equivalents” of isobutylene and/or isobutyraldehyde including isobutanol, isobutylene oxide, and isobutyl ethers and acetals. Catalysts employed in the present methods that produce 2,5-dimethylhexadiene can also catalyze alcohol dehydration, alcohol oxidation, epoxide rearrangement, and ether and acetal cleavage. | 10-25-2012 |
20120323055 | RENEWABLE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to renewable compositions derived from fermentation of biomass, and integrated methods of preparing such compositions. | 12-20-2012 |
20130261323 | INTEGRATED METHODS OF PREPARING RENEWABLE CHEMICALS - Isobutene, isoprene, and butadiene are obtained from mixtures of C | 10-03-2013 |
20140051897 | RENEWABLE JET FUEL BLENDSTOCK FROM ISOBUTANOL - The present invention in its various embodiments is directed to methods for preparing a renewable jet fuel blendstock, and blendstocks prepared by such methods, comprising fermenting a biomass-derived feedstock to form one or more C | 02-20-2014 |
20140163267 | RENEWABLE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to renewable compositions derived from fermentation of biomass, and integrated methods of preparing such compositions. | 06-12-2014 |
20150126787 | RENEWABLE COMPOSITIONS - The present invention is directed to renewable compositions derived from fermentation of biomass, and integrated methods of preparing such compositions. | 05-07-2015 |
Kevin Taylor, Parker, CO US
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20130054967 | Reoccuring Keying System - A secure communication system or method are disclosed that may employ a constant level of trust between participants and a security management entity. As part of the constant level of trust, a communication policy may cause participants to request key validation every time the participant wishes to take an action that requires use of a key. In this manner, the participant may regularly communicate with the security management, and this regular communication can be further used to implement key renewal and/or rollover procedures. | 02-28-2013 |
20140108782 | Reconfigurable Access Network Encryption Architecture - An access platform or other network elements can include multiple line cards configured to encrypt data. The platform and/or each of the line cards may receive encryption management data that conforms to a predefined encryption management data interface. The encryption management data received by a particular line card may be generated by a conditional access system device and converted to conform to the encryption management data interface by an encryption manager. Line cards may alternatively be configured for connection to separate encryption hardware components. Line cards may include a block of field programmable gate arrays or other type of programmable hardware that can be configured to execute an encryption module. | 04-17-2014 |
20140289521 | Reoccurring Keying System - A secure communication system or method are disclosed that may employ a constant level of trust between participants and a security management entity. As part of the constant level of trust, a communication policy may cause participants to request key validation every time the participant wishes to take an action that requires use of a key. In this manner, the participant may regularly communicate with the security management, and this regular communication can be further used to implement key renewal and/or rollover procedures. | 09-25-2014 |
20160006706 | Reconfigurable Access Network Encryption Architecture - An access platform or other network elements can include multiple line cards configured to encrypt data. The platform and/or each of the line cards may receive encryption management data that conforms to a predefined encryption management data interface. The encryption management data received by a particular line card may be generated by a conditional access system device and converted to conform to the encryption management data interface by an encryption manager. Line cards may alternatively be configured for connection to separate encryption hardware components. Line cards may include a block of field programmable gate arrays or other type of programmable hardware that can be configured to execute an encryption module. | 01-07-2016 |
Kevin Taylor, Denver, CO US
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20140272632 | Integration of Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells in Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis - In various aspects, systems and methods are provided for integration of molten carbonate fuel cells with a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process. The molten carbonate fuel cells can be integrated with a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process in various manners, including providing synthesis gas for use in producing hydrocarbonaceous carbons. Additionally, integration of molten carbonate fuel cells with a Fischer-Tropsch synthesis process can facilitate further processing of vent streams or secondary product streams generated during the synthesis process. | 09-18-2014 |
Kevin Taylor, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20090171330 | TUNABLE NANOPARTICLE TAGS TO ENHANCE TISSUE RECOGNITION - A method of locating and ablating a target tissue is described. The method includes providing a catheter that has at least one light guide, where the light guide is adaptable to receive light from a light source. A distal portion of the catheter is advanced through vasculature of a patient towards the target tissue. A nanoparticle dye is introduced into the patient, where the nanoparticles selectively bind to the target tissue. The target tissue is mapped by detecting fluorescence light emitted from the nanoparticle dye bound to the tissue. The distal tip of the catheter is positioned adjacent to the mapped target tissue, and a light pulse is transmitted through the light guide to ablate at least a portion of the target tissue. | 07-02-2009 |
Kevin Taylor, Littleton, CO US
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20100228838 | Method and System for Provisioning a Set-Box - A method and system of provisioning a set-top box (STB) with a STB provisioning system are provided which include storing STB profile information in a provisioning datastore, receiving a customer order at a service provisioning system, notifying a billing system of the customer order, and notifying a conditional access system of the customer order. The method and system further include storing information from the customer order in a provisioning datastore, notifying a video device manager about the STB, and delivering a cable operator configuration message from the video device manager to the STB, the configuration message being based on information from the provisioning datastore, thereby provisioning the STB without essential involvement of the conditional access system. | 09-09-2010 |
20140053184 | Device Provisioning - A method and system of provisioning a set-top box (STB) with a STB provisioning system are provided which include storing STB profile information in a provisioning datastore, receiving a customer order at a service provisioning system, notifying a billing system of the customer order, and notifying a conditional access system of the customer order. The method and system further include storing information from the customer order in a provisioning datastore, notifying a video device manager about the STB, and delivering a cable operator configuration message from the video device manager to the STB, the configuration message being based on information from the provisioning datastore, thereby provisioning the STB without essential involvement of the conditional access system. | 02-20-2014 |
Kevin D. Taylor, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20080249515 | Interventional Devices and Methods For Laser Ablation - Laser catheter systems include catheters, mandrels, guidewires, and fiber optics configured to reduce or remove occlusions in a lumen or vessel of a patient. Rotation or translation of a mandrel, a guidewire, or a catheter can induce relative rotational or translational movement between the mandrel or guidewire and the catheter body, and can cause the distal end of the catheter body to rotate or traverse off of a central axis, such as a central longitudinal axis of a proximal or unbent portion of the catheter body, so as to cause ablation energy from the optical fibers to move in an arc or path. | 10-09-2008 |
20080300662 | Custom Laser Sequences - A custom laser sequencing system is disclosed. The system may include a laser coupled with a catheter. The catheter may include a fiber optic that directs light from the laser toward unwanted material on a vessel wall. The system may also include a modulator and a controller. The modulator is adapted to modulate the operational parameters of the laser, such as, the repetition rate and/or the fluence. The controller may be electrically coupled with the modulator and adapted to include instruction to cause the modulator to pulse the laser with a first set of operational parameters, and while the laser is pulsing, pulse the laser with a second set of operational parameters. | 12-04-2008 |
20090254074 | LIQUID LIGHT-GUIDE CATHETER WITH OPTICALLY DIVERGING TIP - A light-diverting catheter tip is provided according to embodiments disclosed herein. The light-diverting catheter tip may be coupled with the distal tip of a laser catheter and divert at least a portion of the light exiting the distal tip of the laser catheter such that the spot size of the laser beam on an object after exiting the catheter tip is larger than the spot size of the light entering the catheter without the catheter tip. The catheter tip may be removably coupled with the catheter or constructed as part of the catheter. In other embodiments, the catheter tip may conduct fluid and/or divert fluid at the tip of the laser catheter. | 10-08-2009 |
20110009750 | CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING SYSTEM - Embodiments of the present invention include a laser catheter that includes a catheter body, a light guide, and a distal tip that extends beyond the exit aperture of the light guide. In some embodiments, an imaging device is disposed on the distal tip such that the imaging device is distal relative to the exit aperture of the light guide. In some embodiments, the imaging device can be gated to record images during and/or slightly beyond periods when the laser catheter is not activated. | 01-13-2011 |
20110098720 | SNARING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Snaring systems and methods involve engaging objects such as pacemaker pacing leads within a patient. Physicians can use snaring systems having loops, tags, and roller mechanisms to remove a pacing leads from a patient. For example, snaring systems can be inserted through a jugular access site, engaged with a pacemaker pacing lead, and withdrawn through the jugular access site so as to remove a portion of the pacing lead. Lead extraction techniques can be employed to further dislodge the pacing lead from the patient. | 04-28-2011 |
20110208207 | Endocardial lead removing apparatus - The invention provides an apparatus having a tubular member for receiving an endocardial lead implanted within a patient's body. Disposed generally at a distal end of the tubular member is at least one blade or cutting surface. An adjustment mechanism moves the blade between retracted and extended positions to engage the cutting surface with the endocardial lead to cut the lead. Once severed, the cut portion of the lead remains within an inner channel of the tubular member and the apparatus and cut portion of the lead are removed from within the patient. Various embodiments include the blade pivotally connected to the distal end of the tubular member and activated by a wire adjustment mechanism. Others include a metallic wire for slicing through the lead. Still others include a pneumatically actuated adjustment mechanism that inflates to move the blade and engage the cutting surface with the lead. | 08-25-2011 |
20120095479 | Endocardial Lead Removing Apparatus - The invention provides an apparatus having a tubular member for receiving an endocardial lead implanted within a patient's body. Disposed generally at a distal end of the tubular member is at least one blade or cutting surface. An adjustment mechanism moves the blade between retracted and extended positions to engage the cutting surface with the endocardial lead to cut the lead. Once severed, the cut portion of the lead remains within an inner channel of the tubular member and the apparatus and cut portion of the lead are removed from within the patient. Various embodiments include the blade pivotally connected to the distal end of the tubular member and activated by a wire adjustment mechanism. Others include a metallic wire for slicing through the lead. Still others include a pneumatically actuated adjustment mechanism that inflates to move the blade and engage the cutting surface with the lead. | 04-19-2012 |
20120199703 | Spiral Wire Retaining Device and Method of Using the Same - A retaining device for retaining at least one medical line adjacent to a supporting surface comprising a spiral-shaped holding portion defining a peripheral edge, loading channel and internal holding area, the internal holding area dimensioned to accept the largest medical wire the device is destined to be used with; and attachment means connected to a holding portion to secure the retaining device to a supporting surface; wherein a section of medical wire may be inserted into and along the loading channel to enter the holding area and be retained within. | 08-09-2012 |
20120199704 | Retaining Device and Method of Using the Same - A retaining device configured for retaining at least one medical device adjacent to a supporting surface. The retaining device includes a plate shaped holding portion defining a peripheral edge, a slot extending from the peripheral edge defining a loading channel, and communicating with an internal holding area. The internal holding area is dimensioned to accept the largest medical device the retaining device is configured to be used with. An attachment mechanism is connected to the holding portion to secure the retaining device to a supporting surface. A section of medical device may be inserted into and along the loading channel to enter the holding area and be retained within. | 08-09-2012 |
20120216385 | Medical Line Retaining Device and Method of Using the Same - The invention is directed towards a retaining device for retaining at least one medical line. The retaining device includes a flexible body having a top and bottom surface with at least one slot formed in the top surface. The at least one slot extends to a depth greater than the largest medical line the retaining device is destined to be used with. An attachment mechanism is coupled to the flexible body for securing the flexible body to a supportive surface. | 08-30-2012 |
20120220897 | Helical Clip and Method of Using the Same - The invention relates to a retaining clip for retaining at least one medical line in a shortened lateral position and/or to a supportive surface. In one embodiment, the device includes an elongated, tapered helical wire structure defining a hook shaped leading edge, a loading channel, an inner lumen and a handle on the trailing end. The hooked shaped leading edge, inner lumen and channel are configured to accept the largest diameter of medical wires the device is destined to be used with. Sections of the medical wire may be captured in the hook portion, and multiple rotations of the structure by the handle, moves the medical wire(s) into the channel and the inner lumen to be retained. | 08-30-2012 |
20130338500 | CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING SYSTEM - Embodiments of the present invention include a laser catheter that includes a catheter body, a light guide, and a distal tip that extends beyond the exit aperture of the light guide. In some embodiments, an imaging device is disposed on the distal tip such that the imaging device is distal relative to the exit aperture of the light guide. In some embodiments, the imaging device can be gated to record images during and/or slightly beyond periods when the laser catheter is not activated. | 12-19-2013 |
20140114298 | RAPID EXCHANGE BIAS LASER CATHETER DESIGN - Embodiments of a balloon biasing laser catheter are provided. In some embodiments, the laser catheter may include a distal tip that extends from the distal end of the catheter from a point near the light guide aperture. The distal tip may be disposed at the periphery of the catheter. In some embodiments, a balloon may be disposed between the light guide aperture and the distal tip, such that the a light guide extending from the aperture may be disposed proximate with the distal tip having the balloon in between. A retaining wire may be coupled with the distal tip and slidably coupled with the light guide. The retaining wire may keep the light guide biased relatively parallel with the distal tip and/or the catheter body when the balloon is inflated. The light guide may include a guidewire lumen the extends to the distal end of the distal tip. | 04-24-2014 |
20150119899 | RETRACTABLE SEPARATING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A method for detaching an object from a patient includes providing a tool having a sheath, and a separating assembly operably coupled to a distal end of the sheath. The separating assembly includes a separator moveably coupled to a tip via a threadable connection. The separating assembly is placed near patient tissue that is attached to the object, the sheath is rotated to move the separator distal to the tip, and the separator is applied to the patient tissue that is attached to the object, so as to separate the tissue. A separating system includes a sheath, and a separator threadably coupled with a distal end of the sheath. The separator is adapted to switch between a first configuration where a separating means is deployed, and a second configuration where the separating means is undeployed. | 04-30-2015 |
20150209062 | TISSUE SEPARATING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Systems and methods for separating an object such as a pacing lead from a patient tissue involve a flexible and torqueable shaft having an internal lumen sized to receive the object, and a hard separating mechanism for separating the object from the tissue. Typically the shaft and separating mechanism are advanced along or toward the object, and the separating mechanism is contacted with the tissue. The shaft is rotated to effect separation between the object and the tissue. The systems and methods are well suited for use in cardiac pacing or defibrillator lead explant procedures. | 07-30-2015 |
20160001064 | ENDOCARDIAL LEAD CUTTING APPARATUS - In some embodiments, without limitation, the invention comprises an apparatus for cutting an endocardial lead within a patient. The apparatus comprises a generally flexible tubular member having a proximal end and distal end. At least one blade or cutting surface is affixed to the distal end of the tubular member. The apparatus optionally includes an adjustment mechanism adapted to adjust the blade or cutting surface between an extended position and a retracted position. The blade or cutting surface engages the endocardial lead to cut the lead. Various embodiments include a v-shaped groove defining the cutting surfaces. Other embodiments may comprise a rotatable blade of an inner shaft rotating within the tubular member and cutting the lead received within the v-shaped groove, and blades or cutting surfaces functioning like guillotines or scissors retracting into a distal end of the tubular member. | 01-07-2016 |
20160120562 | RETRACTABLE SEPARATING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A method for detaching an object from a patient includes providing a tool having a sheath, and a separating assembly operably coupled to a distal end of the sheath. The separating assembly includes a separator moveably coupled to a tip via a threadable connection. The separating assembly is placed near patient tissue that is attached to the object, the sheath is rotated to move the separator distal to the tip, and the separator is applied to the patient tissue that is attached to the object, so as to separate the tissue. A separating system includes a sheath, and a separator threadably coupled with a distal end of the sheath. The separator is adapted to switch between a first configuration where a separating mechanism is deployed, and a second configuration where the separating mechanism is undeployed. | 05-05-2016 |
Kevin K. Taylor, Lafayette, CO US
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20140036666 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLING NETWORK SERVICE QUALITY - Methods and systems are provided for controlling network service quality. According to an aspect of the invention, a computer-implemented method is provided for controlling levels of quality of service (QoS) for transmitting data between a terminal and a destination. The method comprises enforcing a first level of a QoS to a connection between the terminal and the network, receiving a user-requested, second level of the QoS from the terminal, identifying a currently-available level of the QoS on the network, determining a third level of the QoS based at least in part on the currently-available level of the QoS on the network and the second level of the QoS, and enforcing the third level of the QoS. Methods and system are provided for enabling users at the terminals to specify online a level of network QoS, and the system dynamically changes the quality level and the plan to satisfy the request. | 02-06-2014 |
Kevin N. Taylor, Parker, CO US
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20110085564 | Gateway for Transporting Out-Of-Band Messaging Signals - A Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) having a gateway configured to output signals on over data tunnels for transfer over a cable network to Customer Premises Equipment (CPE). Each data tunnel is preferably characterized as a one-way data stream of out-of-band (OOB) messaging signals. | 04-14-2011 |
Kevin Norman Taylor, Parker, CO US
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20090077362 | CONFIGURABLE ACCESS KERNAL - A highly configurable kernel supports a wide variety of content protection systems. The kernel may reside in a host that interacts with a secure processor maintaining content protection clients. After establishing communication with the secure processor, the host receives messages from content protection clients requesting rules for message handling operations to support client operations. This flexible configuration allows for dynamic reconfiguration of host and secure processor operation. | 03-19-2009 |
20110191572 | Configurable Access Kernel - A highly configurable kernel supports a wide variety of content protection systems. The kernel may reside in a host that interacts with a secure processor maintaining content protection clients. After establishing communication with the secure processor, the host receives messages from content protection clients requesting rules for message handling operations to support client operations. This flexible configuration allows for dynamic reconfiguration of host and secure processor operation. | 08-04-2011 |
Kurt M. Taylor, Fort Collins, CO US
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20100190132 | ORAL IRRIGATOR TIP - An oral irrigator tip for an oral irrigator with proximal extensions for removal of debris and plaque at the gum line and between teeth in addition to mechanical stimulation of gum tissue. The extension elements may be bristle clusters, posts, or arcuate structures. The oral irrigator tip may further include a tip head and a shaft portion, the shaft portion defining a fluid outlet and a fluid inlet in fluid communication with the fluid inlet. The tip head defining an opening to a cavity for housing the fluid outlet. The extension elements may be attached to the tip head and positioned about the opening. | 07-29-2010 |
20100261134 | PUMP FOR DENTAL WATER JET - A pump for an oral irrigator includes a pump chassis, an eccentric end plate movably connected to the pump chassis, a first alignment shaft connected to the pump chassis, a second alignment shaft connected to the eccentric end plate, a first gear rotating around a longitudinal axis of the first alignment shaft, and a second gear engaging the first gear and rotating around a longitudinal axis of the second alignment shaft. By selectively moving the eccentric end plate relative to the pump chassis selectively moves the second gear relative to the first gear. | 10-14-2010 |
20100261137 | VIBRATION DAMPING FOR DENTAL WATER JET - An apparatus for providing a pressurized water stream for cleaning gums and teeth includes a base unit defining a cavity. The cavity contains a pump, which may move pressurized water from a reservoir to a tip in fluid communication with the pump. The pump may be secured within the cavity by at least one vibration reduction mount. Fluid may flow from the reservoir and ultimately into the tip to provide oral irrigation and/or cleaning of the teeth, gums, and tongue. The base may include a plurality of footings that elevate the base unit above a surface supporting the base unit. Also, the base may include a basin for receiving a reservoir. The basin may include a reservoir valve initially biased to a closed position and operationally attached to the reservoir, and a tube projection connected to the base unit and opening the valve when the reservoir is received within the basin. The basin and the reservoir are configured to guide the reservoir valve adjacent to the tube projection. | 10-14-2010 |
20100266980 | ADJUSTABLE FLOW REGULATOR FOR DENTAL WATER JET - A dental water jet apparatus for adjusting a pressurized water stream from a pump to a tip moves pressurized water from a reservoir to a tip in fluid communication with the pump. A flow control knob may be turned to selectively adjust the water pressure supplied by the tip between a minimum and a maximum value. When the flow control knob is turned in a first direction, the volume of fluid directed towards the tip decreases and the volume of fluid returned to an inlet of the pump increases. Fluid may flow from the reservoir and ultimately into the tip to provide oral irrigation and/or cleaning of the teeth, gums, and tongue. | 10-21-2010 |
20100330527 | DENTAL WATER JET IRRIGATOR HANDLE - An irrigator handle to be used with a water jet apparatus for cleaning gums and teeth includes a visual indicator to let a user know when a tip has been properly attached to the handle. The handle in some embodiments also includes an audible indicator to let the user know when the tip has been properly attached. The handle has a pause button attached to plunger to restrict water flow when the pause button is depressed. | 12-30-2010 |
20110097683 | DENTAL WATER JET WITH STORAGE CONTAINER RESERVOIR COVER - A dental water jet provides a pressurized water stream for cleaning gums and teeth. The embodiment includes a base unit defining a cavity. The cavity contains a pump, which may move pressurized water from a reservoir to a tip in fluid communication with the pump. A flow control knob may be turned to selectively adjust the water pressure supplied by the tip between a minimum and a maximum value. The reservoir may be removed from the base unit so that it may be filled with the fluid. The reservoir may support a container for storing tips or other items. Fluid may flow from the reservoir and ultimately into the tip to provide oral irrigation and/or cleaning of the teeth, gums, and tongue. | 04-28-2011 |
20110139149 | BOTTLE FOR SINUS CAVITY RINSE - A vessel for use in rinsing a user's nasal cavities includes a main body, a spout, a self-sealing nozzle, and a flow control valve actuable by the user. The spout extends off of the main body and the elastomeric nozzle attached to the spout defines an outer skirt having a deflectable free end upon contact with the walls of the user's nasal cavity. A vacuum breaker valve is formed in a top portion of the main body for actuation by the user to control the flow of a fluid positioned in the vessel out of the nozzle. The main body may include gripping indentations along opposing sidewalls thereof. The spout may be integrally formed with the main body, and the spout and the nozzle may be detachably connected. | 06-16-2011 |
20110139824 | POT FOR SINUS CAVITY RINSE - A vessel for use in rinsing a user's nasal cavities includes a main body, a spout extending from the main body, a nozzle attached to the spout, and a handle forming an aperture in communication with the main body. The aperture is sealable by a user to control a flow of a fluid held in the main body out of the nozzle. The nozzle defines an outer skirt deflectable upon engagement with the walls of the user's nasal cavity. A lid is removably engageable with the main body, provides fluid ingress when removed, and creates a watertight seal between the lid and the main body when engaged with the main body. An annular raised periphery may surround the aperture for facilitating sealing of the aperture with the user's finger. | 06-16-2011 |
20110139826 | SQUEEZE BOTTLE FOR SINUS CAVITY RINSE - A vessel for use in rinsing a user's nasal cavity provides a resiliently collapsible main body, a self-sealing nozzle that increases in internal pressure when the vessel is squeezed, and a check valve in the nozzle to reduce back-wash into the vessel. A collar connects the nozzle and check valve to the main body. The check valve includes a first opening that provides fluid communication between the main body and a void formed in an interior of the nozzle and may allow pressure within the nozzle to increase upon deforming the main body. A second opening may provide fluid communication between an exterior of the main body and a fluid reservoir formed in the main body. The second opening may cooperate with a valve that allows selective fluid communication between the exterior of the main body and the reservoir formed in the main body. | 06-16-2011 |
20110144588 | POWERED IRRIGATOR FOR SINUS CAVITY RINSE - A powered irrigator for use in rinsing nasal cavities has a main body including a handle and a fluid reservoir detachably coupled to one another, an outlet nozzle extending from a top end of the handle, a pump mechanism operably coupled to a power source, and a switch operably coupled to the power source for turning the pump mechanism on and off. When the switch turns on the pump mechanism, fluid flows from the fluid reservoir into a first fluid coupling between the reservoir and the pump mechanism and into a second fluid coupling between the pump mechanism to the outlet nozzle. The top of the handle can be angled relative to a longitudinal axis of the main body. The nozzle is removable from the top end and has a self-sealing structure to provide an enhanced fit within a user's nostril. | 06-16-2011 |
20120277677 | Powered Irrigator for Sinus Cavity Rinse with Detachable Reservoir - A powered irrigator for use in rinsing nasal cavities including a main body having a handle and fluid reservoir detachably coupled to one another, an outlet nozzle extending from a top end of the handle, a pump mechanism operably coupled to a power source, and a switch operably coupled to the power source for turning the pump mechanism on and off, and when the switch turns on the pump mechanism, fluid flows from the fluid reservoir into a first fluid coupling between the reservoir and the pump mechanism and into a second fluid coupling between the pump mechanism to the outlet nozzle. The reservoir includes a generally centrically body defining a cavity and at least two tabs connected to the cylindrical body and extending inwards therefrom. The at least two tabs operably connect the reservoir to the handle portion to releasably secure the reservoir to the handle portion. | 11-01-2012 |
20120277678 | Pump for Powered Irrigator for Sinus Cavity Rinse - A powered irrigator for use in rinsing nasal cavities provides a main body having a handle and fluid reservoir detachably coupled to one another, an outlet nozzle extending from a top end of the handle, a pump mechanism operably coupled to a power source, and a switch operably coupled to the power source for turning the pump mechanism on and off, and when the switch turns on the pump mechanism, fluid flows from the fluid reservoir into a first fluid coupling between the reservoir and the pump mechanism and into a second fluid coupling between the pump mechanism to the outlet nozzle. | 11-01-2012 |
20150072303 | DENTAL WATER JET DEVICE - An apparatus for providing a pressurized water stream for cleaning gums and teeth. The embodiment includes a base unit defining a cavity. The cavity contains a pump, which may move pressurized water from a reservoir to a tip in fluid communication with the pump. The pump may be secured within the cavity by at least one vibration reduction mount. Fluid may flow from the reservoir and ultimately into the tip to provide oral irrigation and/or cleaning of the teeth, gums, and tongue. The base may include a plurality of footings that elevate the base unit above a surface supporting the base unit. Also, the base may include a basin for receiving a reservoir. The basin may include a reservoir valve initially biased to a closed position and operationally attached to the reservoir, and a tube projection connected to the base unit and opening the valve when the reservoir is received within the basin. The basin and the reservoir are configured to guide the reservoir valve adjacent to the tube projection. | 03-12-2015 |
20150147717 | ORAL IRRIGATOR WITH SLIDE PAUSE SWITCH - An oral irrigator including a handle through which fluid flows to a tip. Fluid flows to the tip during irrigate mode, and fluid flow may be interrupted by selecting a pause mode. The handle includes a mechanically controlled actuator for selecting the pause mode. The actuator may include a rack gear operably connected to a pinion gear formed on a valve spool inside the handle. The valve spool may include a ball that blocks fluid flow to the tip during pause mode but not during irrigate mode. | 05-28-2015 |
20150182319 | ORAL HYGIENE SYSTEM - An apparatus for oral hygiene is disclosed herein. The apparatus includes a base unit containing a reservoir, an oral irrigation handle, a sonic toothbrush, and an accessory container. The apparatus may include a pump, which may move pressurized water from a reservoir to a tip in fluid communication with the pump. The apparatus contains a drive mechanism in a gear housing that is continually drained by one or more apertures in the base. The base may include a plurality of footings that elevate the base unit above a surface supporting the base unit. The oral irrigation handle includes a pause switch that translates longitude motion into rotational motion to close a valve. | 07-02-2015 |
Kurt Michael Taylor, Fort Collins, CO US
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20100209870 | ORAL IRRIGATOR - An oral irrigator has a pump, a discharge nozzle and a pressure control. The pump has a generally constant operating speed and feeds the discharge nozzle. The pressure control is adapted to modify a discharge pressure at the nozzle without a significant change in pump speed. The pressure control modifies a level of fluid flow restriction between the pump and the nozzle. The modification of the level of fluid flow restriction is accomplished by modifying aspects of a fluid flow path extending through the pressure control. The aspects modified include the diameter, length and/or number of direction changes of the fluid flow path. | 08-19-2010 |
20120295220 | Oral Irrigator with Hand Conforming Housing - An oral irrigator has a pump, a discharge nozzle and a pressure control. The pump has a generally constant operating speed and feeds the discharge nozzle. The pressure control is adapted to modify a discharge pressure at the nozzle without a significant change in pump speed. The pressure control modifies a level of fluid flow restriction between the pump and the nozzle. The modification of the level of fluid flow restriction is accomplished by modifying aspects of a fluid flow path extending through the pressure control. The aspects modified include the diameter, length and/or number of direction changes of the fluid flow path. | 11-22-2012 |
Larry Edmund Taylor, Lakewood, CO US
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20080293115 | PLANT WALL DEGRADATIVE COMPOUNDS AND SYSTEMS - The present invention relates to cell wall degradative systems, in particular to systems containing enzymes that bind to and/or depolymerize cellulose. These systems have a number of applications. | 11-27-2008 |
20120329103 | PLANT WALL DEGRADATIVE COMPOUNDS AND SYSTEMS - The present invention relates to cell wall degradative systems, in particular to systems containing enzymes that bind to and/or depolymerize cellulose. These systems have a number of applications. | 12-27-2012 |
20140248688 | PLANT WALL DEGRADATIVE COMPOUNDS AND SYSTEMS - The present invention relates to cell wall degradative systems, in particular to systems containing enzymes that bind to and/or depolymerize cellulose. These systems have a number of applications. | 09-04-2014 |
Lee R. Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20120106417 | REDUCED POWER CONSUMPTION IN A WIRELESS NETWORK DEVICE - Various techniques for reducing power in a wireless network device are disclosed. In some embodiments, software routines within the device are modified to minimize the time during which the analog circuitry in a radio is powered. In some embodiments, the techniques make use of knowledge of implied delays associated with a particular network protocol. For example, in a CSMA network, there is a defined minimum period before the device can attempt to gain access to the media. The radio may be powered off during this defined period. In other embodiments, modifications to a protocol are disclosed which allow additional power savings. | 05-03-2012 |
20130080690 | METHOD TO EMULATE EEPROM USING FLASH MEMORY - Methods of using FLASH memory to emulate EEROM are disclosed. The present method uses two pages of FLASH memory, where each page is one or more separately erasable blocks. One page is referred to as the current page, while the other is the next page. Tokens, which are data structures containing a data element, are written in successive locations in the current page. When the current page is nearly completely filled, the write operation starts writing the new tokens to the next page. In some embodiments, to equalize the execution time of the write routine, the write routine also copies one token from the current page to the next page after a new token is written to the next page. Once all tokens have been copied to the next page, the current page can be erased. At this point, the next page becomes the current page. | 03-28-2013 |
20130272223 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SEAMLESS COMMISSIONING OF WIRELESS DEVICES - An apparatus is provided for commissioning a target device onto a wireless local area network (WLAN). The apparatus includes a smart wireless device. The smart wireless device has commissioning logic and a transducer. The commissioning logic is configured to format and direct transmission of one or more WLAN configuration packets that convey WLAN configuration data. The transducer is coupled to the commissioning logic, and is configured to transmit the one or more WLAN configuration packets over the transmission path to the target device, wherein the transducer is an existing component of the smart wireless device. | 10-17-2013 |
20150063821 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR EFFICIENT TWO-WAY OPTICAL COMMUNICATION WHERE TRANSMITTER MAY INTERFERE WITH RECEIVER - An two-way optical communication apparatus, including a transmit element, a receive element, and a transceive processor. The transmit element is coupled to a light pipe, and transmits a first signal. The receive element is coupled to the light pipe, and receives a second signal. The transceive processor directs the transmit element to pause and then resume transmitting the first signal during first intervals, and directs the receive element to sample for the second signal during one or more second intervals within each of the first intervals, where the each of the first intervals is less than a first value and the first intervals occur at a duty cycle no greater than a second value, and where the first and second values are controlled by the transceive processor such that a user perceives the first optical signal as having a constant state for a third interval. | 03-05-2015 |
20160050696 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SEAMLESS COMMISSIONING OF WIRELESS DEVICES - An apparatus is provided for commissioning a target device onto a wireless local area network (WLAN). The apparatus includes a smart wireless device. The smart wireless device has commissioning logic and a transducer. The commissioning logic is configured to format and direct transmission of one or more WLAN configuration packets that convey WLAN configuration data. The transducer is coupled to the commissioning logic, and is configured to transmit the one or more WLAN configuration packets over the transmission path to the target device, wherein the transducer is an existing component of the smart wireless device. | 02-18-2016 |
Linda A. Taylor, Littleton, CO US
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20080318756 | Blood Processing Apparatus with Flared Cell Capture Chamber and Method - A cell separation set for separating blood components, having a cell separation chamber with a first entry section having a wall with an outwardly flared curve, the entry section having an axial length and an inmost maximum diameter perpendicular to the axial length, the axial length being greater than the inmost maximum diameter. The cell separation chamber further comprises a separation section having a wall comprising an inward curve. A transition section between the entry section and the separation section has a wall comprising a second inward curve, the second inward curve being different from said first inward curve. The first curve may be tangent to the second curve at a first junction between the first and second curves and the second curve may be tangent to the third curve at a second junction between the second and third curves. | 12-25-2008 |
20160045921 | Processing Particles - Embodiments relate to systems, chambers, and methods for processing particles by washing, concentrating, and/or treating the particles. Some embodiments provide for the processing of cells that may be in a liquid medium (e.g., a liquid in which the cells were grown) and are processed by being washed and concentrated for later use in research or other therapies. | 02-18-2016 |
Matthew Taylor, Denver, CO US
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20130203827 | POLYMORPHISMS IN THE PDE3A GENE - Embodiments of the invention are directed to identifying or treating a patient that would benefit from phosphodiesterase inhibitor therapy. | 08-08-2013 |
Matthew Taylor, Golden, CO US
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20080261070 | AMORPHOUS SEMICONDUCTING AND CONDUCTING TRANSPARENT METAL OXIDE THIN FILMS AND PRODUCTION THEREOF - Metal oxide thin films and production thereof are disclosed. An exemplary method of producing a metal oxide thin film may comprise introducing at least two metallic elements and oxygen into a process chamber to form a metal oxide. The method may also comprise depositing the metal oxide on a substrate in the process chamber. The method may also comprise simultaneously controlling a ratio of the at least two metallic elements and a stoichiometry of the oxygen during deposition. Exemplary amorphous metal oxide thin films produced according to the methods herein may exhibit highly transparent properties, highly conductive properties, and/or other opto-electronic properties. | 10-23-2008 |
Matthew R.g. Taylor, Denver, CO US
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20150366843 | Endothelin Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms and Methods of Predicting B-Adrenergic Receptor Targeting Agent Efficacy - The present invention concerns the use of methods for evaluating β-adrenergic receptor targeting agent treatment for a patient, particularly one with a heart condition. In general, the disclosed methods entail determining the presence or absence of one or more polymorphisms in an endothelin gene system member. Based on the results of this determination, a β-adrenergic receptor targeting agent may be prescribed, administered or a treatment regimen altered, including the administration of a β-blocker. Accordingly, methods of treatment are also described. | 12-24-2015 |
Matthew R. G. Taylor, Denver, CO US
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20100298399 | Endothelin Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms and Methods of Predicting B-Adrenergic Receptor Targeting Agent Efficacy - The present invention concerns the use of methods for evaluating β-adrenergic receptor targeting agent treatment for a patient, particularly one with a heart condition. In general, the disclosed methods entail determining the presence or absence of one or more polymorphisms in an endothelin gene system member. Based on the results of this determination, a β-adrenergic receptor targeting agent may be prescribed, administered or a treatment regimen altered, including the administration of a β-blocker. Accordingly, methods of treatment are also described. | 11-25-2010 |
Michael Jon Taylor, Longmont, CO US
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20100218978 | METHOD OF MAKING AN ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT - A layer of transparent conductive material is disposed on a surface of a substrate. Further layers of conductive material are deposited on the layer of transparent conductive material or on an opposite surface of the substrate. The layers are selectively etched to yield a layout of pads for mounting electrical components and conductive traces forming an electrical circuit. | 09-02-2010 |
M. Lee Taylor, Telluride, CO US
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20150290017 | CUSTOMIZED SPINAL BRACING TO AID IN NEUROMOTOR TRAINING - A thermoformable spinal brace for customizable shaping to a wearer by a skilled clinician, preferably worn under the wearer's clothes and worn over and releasably attached to a subsystem of neuromotor training garments for the torso. The subsystem of garments for the torso may include upper- and lower-torso garments whether unitary or two or more pieces interconnected with flexible straps. An anterior apron assembly with strapping is included for further support, creating a unique therapeutic mammalian musculoskeletal spinal orthosis system. | 10-15-2015 |
Nick Taylor, Broomfield, CO US
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20130346617 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR ALLOCATING AND PROVISIONING COMPUTING RESOURCES - Aspects of the present disclosure include systems and methods for the automatic allocation and/or provisioning of various infrastructural computing resources upon which networks, such as telecommunication networks operate. In various aspects, data identifying one or more computing resources needed to implement, support, and/or otherwise facilitate the execution and/or development of a particular computing process, application, software, process, and/or service may be received via one or more interfaces, such as a graphical user-interface (“GUI”). The data may be processed to automatically provision the require resource. | 12-26-2013 |
Patrick Taylor, Lakewood, CO US
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20120325676 | PROCESS TO RECYCLE END OF LIFE CDTE MODULES AND MANUFACTURING SCRAP - A method for recycling of thin film Cadmium Telluride photovoltaic modules at the end of their life, and manufacturing scrap, has been developed. This method allows for minimum glass fine generation, requires little or no acid compared to other methods, and generates a pure cadmium and tellurium product at recoveries in excess of about 80 percent. In addition, the process allows for the recovery of a clean soda-lime plate glass product. | 12-27-2012 |
Patrick R. Taylor, Lakewood, CO US
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20100294670 | SYNTHESIS OF BORON USING MOLTEN SALT ELECTROLYSIS - The invention relates generally to elemental boron, particularly to elemental boron having a high purity level and to a method of recovering elemental boron by the electrolysis of a molten boron-containing electrolyte. | 11-25-2010 |
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Rebecca Taylor, Longmont, CO US
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20150027833 | BACKPACK WITH INTEGRATED RIGID STORAGE CONTAINER - A luggage device with a first enclosure and at least one additional enclosure which includes a protective compartment is provided. The protective compartment may be adapted for isolated and secure storing of delicate or fragile items, and is preferably separate and distinct from the first enclosure and a primary storage volume. | 01-29-2015 |
Robert D. Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20150334429 | TUNING EFFICIENCY AND DELIVERY OF CONTENT - In accordance with one configuration, in response to receiving a request from a client device, a server resource tunes to a corresponding channel to retrieve content conveyed on the corresponding channel. While tuning, the server resource obtains a network address of the server resource from which content in the corresponding channel will be available for retrieval by the client device subsequent to the server resource successfully tuning to the corresponding channel and buffering a portion of the content. The server resource forwards the network address to the client device for subsequent retrieval of the content. | 11-19-2015 |
Thomas Jack Taylor, Arvada, CO US
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20130332772 | Registration Status Management for Endpoint Devices - A registration status manager may poll a user device, such as a session initiation protocol (SIP) endpoint device, for a registration state value indicative of its registration state. The registration status manager may receive the registration state value and determine that it indicates a registration state error such as an out-of-service no dial tone (NDT) condition. The registration status manager may determine a possible cause for failure associated with the registration state error. Subsequently, the registration status manager may determine a possible solution associated with the possible cause for failure. | 12-12-2013 |
Thomas Jackson Taylor, Highlands Ranch, CO US
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20120171741 | Renewable Xylenes Produced from Bological C4 and C5 Molecules - The present invention is directed to a method for preparing renewable and relatively high purity p-xylene from biomass, and from C | 07-05-2012 |
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Warren Taylor, Longmont, CO US
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20100036380 | Multifunctional Surgical Instrument With Flexible End Effector Tools - A surgical tool having proximal and distal ends and adapted to transverse a curved passageway comprises an end effector disposed on the distal end of the surgical tool, the end effector having a first body section and a second body section and a releasable connector joining the end effector first body section with the end effector second body section. The connector is operable to reversibly engage the first and second end effector body sections in a first fixed position and in a second movable position. The surgical tool further comprises an actuation device for moving the first and second end effector body sections from the first fixed position to the second movable position. The end effector is adapted to maneuver through a larger radius of curvature in the second movable position than in the first fixed position. | 02-11-2010 |
20100042097 | ENHANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS INCLUDING FLEXIBLE SHIELDING AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR ELECTROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS - A surgical system comprises a device adapted to deliver a plurality of surgical instruments to a site within a patient's body, a first surgical instrument comprising an active electrode probe, a second surgical instrument for performing a non-electrosurgical procedure, a conductive shield surrounding the active electrode probe of the first surgical instrument and connected to a reference potential, and a cold instrument monitor connected to the second surgical instrument and to the reference potential. | 02-18-2010 |
20120283720 | Combined Bipolar and Monopolar Electrosurgical Instrument and Method - An electrical switching system for use in various types of electrosurgical instruments and related tools comprises a system adapted to automatically determine which of at least two electrical current modes to deliver through an electrosurgical instrument based on a condition sensed by the electrosurgical instrument. In another embodiment, the electrical switching system comprises a generator, the generator including a first electrical distribution systems for delivering monopolar electrical energy, and a second electrical distribution system for delivering bipolar electrical energy, a controller coupled to the generator for selecting based on an input which of the first and second electrical distribution systems to activate. | 11-08-2012 |
20130317496 | ENHANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS INCLUDING FLEXIBLE SHIELDING AND SUPPORT SYSTEMS FOR ELECTROSURGICAL APPLICATIONS - A surgical system comprises a device adapted to deliver a plurality of surgical instruments to a site within a patient's body, a first surgical instrument comprising an active electrode probe, a second surgical instrument for performing a non-electrosurgical procedure, a conductive shield surrounding the active electrode probe of the first surgical instrument and connected to a reference potential, and a cold instrument monitor connected to the second surgical instrument and to the reference potential. | 11-28-2013 |
20140094781 | Multifunctional Surgical Instrument With Flexible End Effector Tools - A surgical tool having proximal and distal ends and adapted to transverse a curved passageway comprises an end effector disposed on the distal end of the surgical tool, the end effector having a first body section and a second body section and a releasable connector joining the end effector first body section with the end effector second body section. The connector is operable to reversibly engage the first and second end effector body sections in a first fixed position and in a second movable position. The surgical tool further comprises an actuation device for moving the first and second end effector body sections from the first fixed position to the second movable position. The end effector is adapted to maneuver through a larger radius of curvature in the second movable position than in the first fixed position. | 04-03-2014 |
Warren F. Taylor, Boulder, CO US
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20080312550 | Multi-Functional and Modular Urine Collection System - Multi-functional urine collection devices, embodiments of which can include a self-expanding container having a receptacle for receiving urine from the tubing, a pump for moving urine through the tubing and into a receptacle, extendable tubing that may be shortened and/or lengthened, and/or one or more meters for monitoring, measuring, transmitting or storing a characteristic from the urine. Embodiments can also include a display kit having a transmitting device in the form of a cable or wireless transmitter and a display module. The display module may include an LCD and may be configured for attachment to a urine receptacle. | 12-18-2008 |
Wilhelm Taylor, Longmont, CO US
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20130093646 | Electronic display tiling apparatus and propagation based method thereof - Disclosed is a method and apparatus for substantially eliminating the appearance of seams between tiled panels of a display. Non-imaging magnification may be used to substantially eliminate the appearance of seams. Additionally, the appearance of seams between the tiled panels of a display may be substantially eliminated by employing propagation based elimination. The methods disclosed can be used to generate substantially seamless 2D and 3D displays. Additionally, a method and apparatus for achieving substantially uniform panel brightness and color correction may be addressed. The substantially seamless tiled displays may employ specific data formats for use in displaying images on the individual displays which may be tiled together to form a larger, substantially seamless tiled display and may employ other techniques not utilized in known video wall applications. These functions may include an intensity envelope in addition to substantially complying with the Digital Cinema Initiative (“DCI”) security concerns. | 04-18-2013 |
20130093647 | Electronic display tiling apparatus and method thereof - Disclosed is a method and apparatus for substantially eliminating the appearance of seams between tiled panels of a display. Non-imaging magnification may be used to substantially eliminate the appearance of seams. Additionally, the appearance of seams between the tiled panels of a display may be substantially eliminated by employing propagation based elimination. The methods disclosed can be used to generate substantially seamless 2D and 3D displays. Additionally, a method and apparatus for achieving substantially uniform panel brightness and color correction may be addressed. The substantially seamless tiled displays may employ specific data formats for use in displaying images on the individual displays which may be tiled together to form a larger, substantially seamless tiled display and may employ other techniques not utilized in known video wall applications. These functions may include an intensity envelope in addition to substantially complying with the Digital Cinema Initiative (“DCI”) security concerns. | 04-18-2013 |
20150153995 | Electronic display tiling apparatus and method thereof - Disclosed is a method and apparatus for substantially eliminating the appearance of seams between tiled panels of a display. Non-imaging magnification may be used to substantially eliminate the appearance of seams. Additionally, the appearance of seams between the tiled panels of a display may be substantially eliminated by employing propagation based elimination. The methods disclosed can be used to generate substantially seamless 2D and 3D displays. Additionally, a method and apparatus for achieving substantially uniform panel brightness and color correction may be addressed. The substantially seamless tiled displays may employ specific data formats for use in displaying images on the individual displays which may be tiled together to form a larger, substantially seamless tiled display and may employ other techniques not utilized in known video wall applications. These functions may include an intensity envelope in addition to substantially complying with the Digital Cinema Initiative (“DCI”) security concerns. | 06-04-2015 |
William A. Taylor, Evergreen, CO US
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20100210338 | METHOD FOR PLAYING A VIDEO GAMING MACHINE - A method for playing video gambling games whereby pay tables vary from play to play, or, alternatively, whereby a plurality of pay tables are possible within a game. For example, in a video poker game a player wagers against a first pay table. If a winner occurs, the next game offers a new pay table with a greater expected value. This process continues until the player loses, whereupon the player is returned to play against the first pay table. Pay tables increment and decrement in expected value based on achieving predetermined events within the current game, within a previous game or games or randomly. | 08-19-2010 |
20130072274 | METHOD FOR PLAYING A VIDEO GAMING MACHINE - A method for playing video gambling games whereby pay tables vary from play to play, or, alternatively, whereby a plurality of pay tables are possible within a game. For example, in a video poker game a player wagers against a first pay table. If a winner occurs, the next game offers a new pay table with a greater expected value. This process continues until the player loses, whereupon the player is returned to play against the first pay table. Pay tables increment and decrement in expected value based on achieving predetermined events within the current game, within a previous game or games or randomly. | 03-21-2013 |
20130130769 | METHOD FOR PLAYING A VIDEO GAMING MACHINE - A method for playing video gambling games whereby pay tables vary from play to play, or; alternatively; whereby a plurality of pay tables are possible within a game. For example, in a video poker game a player wagers against a first pay table. If a winner occurs; the next game offers a new pay table with a greater expected value. This process continues until the player loses, whereupon the player is returned to play against the first pay table. Pay tables increment and decrement in expected value based on achieving predetermined events within the current game, within a previous game or games or randomly. | 05-23-2013 |
20140135111 | METHOD FOR PLAYING A VIDEO GAMING MACHINE - A method for playing video gambling games whereby pay tables vary from play to play, or alternatively, whereby a plurality of pay tables are possible within a game. For example, in a video poker game a player wagers against a first pay table. If a winner occurs, the next game offers a new pay table with a greater expected value. This process continues until the player loses, whereupon the player is returned to play against the first pay table. Pay tables increment and decrement in expected value based on achieving predetermined events within the current game, within a previous game or games or randomly. | 05-15-2014 |
William Arthur Taylor, Evergreen, CO US
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20090042636 | POWER PATH BONUS METHOD - A gaming machine is described wherein one or more moving indicators travel near or amongst slot machine symbols or playing cards granting awards, bonuses, attributes or selection criteria that may affect the game outcome for the current play, subsequent plays or other game segments. | 02-12-2009 |
20130012295 | Gaming Device with Conditional Bonusing - A gaming machine is described wherein one or more moving indicators travel around or among slot machine reels granting awards, bonuses or special characteristics to associated symbols on the reels. | 01-10-2013 |
20140179401 | GAMING DEVICE WITH SELECTIVE BONUSING - A gaming machine is described wherein one or more moving indicators travel around or among slot machine reels granting awards, bonuses or special characteristics to associated symbols on the reels. | 06-26-2014 |