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Bi-Huang Hu, Chicago, IL US
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20080274980 | MACROMONOMERS AND HYDROGEL SYSTEMS USING NATIVE CHEMICAL LIGATION, AND THEIR METHODS OF PREPARATION - The present invention provides novel biocompatible macromonomers, hydrogels, methods of synthesis and methods of use thereof. The biocompatible hydrogels of the present invention are prepared using native chemical ligation (NCL), in which a thioester readily reacts with a N-terminal thiol (cysteine) through transesterification and rearrangement to form an amide bond through a five-member ring intermediate. | 11-06-2008 |
20100113305 | OXAZOLE AND THIAZOLE COMBINATORIAL LIBRARIES - This invention provides a novel method for synthesizing an ensemble of peptides that allows for the generation of an unlimited number of antibiotic compounds. More specifically, the method comprises utilizes synthetic heterocyclic amino acids containing thaizole and/or oxazole as building blocks in a solid phase combinatorial synthesis to yield natural and unnatural antibiotic compounds. | 05-06-2010 |
20130030192 | Method of Synthesizing Acetonide-Protected Catechol-Containing Compounds and Intermediates Produced Therein - The inventors disclose here a novel, facile approach to the synthesis of acetonide-protected catechol-containing compounds having at least one amine group. In specific embodiments, the invention provides novel methods of synthesizing 3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine (H-DOPA(acetonide)-OH (6)), Fmoc-protected H-DOPA(acetonide)-OH (Fmoc-DOPA(acetonide)-OH (7)), Fmoc-protected dopamine (Fmoc-dopamine(acetonide) (10)), TFA-protected dopamine (TFA-dopamine(acetonide) (13)) and acetonide-protected 4-(2-aminoethyl)benzene-1,2-diol (acetonide-protected dopamine (14)). | 01-31-2013 |
Bo Hu, Chicago, IL US
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20140275686 | SELECTIVE ALKANE ACTIVATION WITH SINGLE-SITE ATOMS ON AMORPHOUS SUPPORT - The present invention relates generally to catalysts and methods for use in olefin production. More particularly, the present invention relates to novel amorphously supported single-center, Lewis acid metal ions and use of the same as catalysts. | 09-18-2014 |
Guangdi Hu, Peoria, IL US
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20080208432 | Decoupling control strategy for interrelated air system components - A fluid control system for an engine is disclosed. The fluid control system may have a first fluid control component, a second fluid control component, and a controller in communication with the first and second fluid control components. The controller may be configured to determine an operational change associated with the first fluid control component to achieve desired operation of the engine. The controller may also be configured to determine an effect the operational change will have on performance of the second fluid control component, and adjust operation of the second fluid control component to accommodate the effect substantially simultaneously with implementation of the operational change. | 08-28-2008 |
Jake Hu, Skokie, IL US
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20090044773 | VALVE COVER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF CONSTRUCTION - A valve cover assembly for sealed engagement with a cylinder block includes a cover portion, a rail and a molded-in-place elastomeric bridge molded to the cover portion and the rail maintaining the cover portion and the rail in spaced relation to one another. The rail has an outwardly extending mounting flange providing a hard mounting bottom surface that is coplanar with the rail sealing surface. A seal depends from the sealing surface of the rail when in an uninstalled, uncompressed state for compression against the cylinder block upon the sealing surface and the hard mounting bottom surface being brought into engagement with the cylinder block, thereby establishing fluid-tight seal between the valve cover assembly and the cylinder block. | 02-19-2009 |
Jinmin Hu, Belleville, IL US
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20100301250 | REVERSIBLE FLOW VALVE ASSEMBLY - A flow valve is provided that comprises a valve chamber including first and second valve port openings in communication with first and second inlet/outlets. The valve further includes a shaft rotatably disposed in the valve chamber, and a first valve plate rotatably coupled to the shaft that is disposed in the valve chamber over the first valve port opening. The first valve plate has a first tapered slot positioned therein so as to align with the first valve port opening. The first valve plate is configured to rotate from its closed position covering the first valve port opening to an open position, where rotation of the first valve plate adjustably positions a wider or narrower portion of the first tapered slot over the first valve port opening. The valve further includes a second valve plate that is configured to rotate with the first valve plate, and to cover the second valve port opening. | 12-02-2010 |
20120080102 | Reversible Flow Valve Assembly - A valve is provided that comprises a valve chamber including first and second valve port openings in communication with first and second inlet/outlets, respectively. A shaft is rotatably disposed in the valve chamber. A first valve plate is rotatably coupled to the shaft that is disposed in the valve chamber over the first valve port opening. The first valve plate has a first opening positioned so as to align with the first valve port opening. The first valve plate is configured to rotate from its closed position covering the first valve port opening to an open position, where rotation of the first valve plate adjustably positions at least a portion of the first opening over the first valve port opening. A second valve plate is configured to rotate with the first valve plate, and to cover the second valve port opening. | 04-05-2012 |
Kang Hu, Glenview, IL US
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20100159089 | Oxidation Stability Using Natural Antioxidants - Comestibles including natural antioxidants as a natural replacer for EDTA, food ingredients having reduced oxidative activity, and methods of use thereof are provided. | 06-24-2010 |
Lanhua Hu, Woodridge, IL US
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20160002525 | USE OF FLUORESCENT POLYMERS IN MARKING COMPOSITIONS FOR THE DIAGNOSTIC DETERMINATION OF CLEANING PERFORMANCE - The present invention generally relates to fluorescent marking compositions and their use to determine whether a surface has been cleaned. More particularly, the marking compositions comprise fluorescent polymers. | 01-07-2016 |
Libo Hu, Willowbrook, IL US
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20150050561 | HIGH VOLTAGE LITHIUM ION BATTERIES HAVING FLUORINATED ELECTROLYTES AND LITHIUM-BASED ADDITIVES - A lithium ion cell includes a cathode including a cathode active material having an operating voltage of 4.6 volts or greater; an anode including an anode material and a lithium additive including a lithium metal foil, lithium alloy, or an organolithium material; a separator; and an electrolyte. | 02-19-2015 |
Martin Hu, Deerfield, IL US
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20140294147 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MULTI-VIEW IMAGING AND TOMOGRAPHY - Radiation scanning systems providing multiple views of an object in different planes and a reconstruction algorithm for reconstructing quasi-three-dimensional images from a limited number of views. A system may include bend magnets to direct accelerated charged particles to multiple targets in different viewing locations. Another system collimates radiation generated by a plurality of radiation sources into multiple beams for scanning an object at multiple angles. The object may be a cargo container, for example. The reconstruction algorithm uses an optimization algorithm and imaging and feasibility models to reconstruct quasi-three-dimensional images from the limited number of views. | 10-02-2014 |
Michael Hu, Evanston, IL US
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20100183630 | Tat-005 and Methods of Assessing and Treating Cancer - Surprisingly, the present inventors have discovered that expression of TAT-005 protein in human patients is associated with cancer, and that the over-expressed protein is present in plasma membrane fractions. Thus, the present inventors have discovered that TAT-005 is associated with abnormal development and growth, and may be useful as a target for the identification of anti-cancer com\ pounds, including antibodies for use in immunotherapy. Accordingly, the present invention provides methods for the identification of compounds that inhibit TAT-005 expression or activity, comprising: contacting a candidate compound with a TAT-005 and detecting the presence or absence of binding between said compound and said TAT-005, or detecting a change in TAT-005 expression or activity. Methods are also included for the identification of compounds that modulate TAT-005 expression or activity, comprising: administering a compound to a cell or cell population, and detecting a change in TAT-005 expression or activity. The methods of the invention are useful for the identification of anti-cancer compounds. | 07-22-2010 |
Shengkui Hu, Darien, IL US
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20140044654 | COMPOSITIONS, APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR RESOLVING ELECTRONIC EXCITED STATES - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may receive excited state energy from other molecules (e.g., light-absorbing molecules) or directly from the irradiation sources. According to some embodiments, the disclosure relates to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may resolve (e.g., quench, dissipate) excited state energy, normally by way of releasing it as heat. (e.g., as heat). Conjugated fused polycyclic molecules of various structures are disclosed including Formula III: | 02-13-2014 |
20140050681 | METHOD OF PHOTOSTABILIZING UV ABSORBERS, PARTICULARLY DIBENZYOLMETHANE DERIVATIVES, E.G., AVOBENZONE, WITH CYANO-CONTAINING FUSED TRICYCLIC COMPOUNDS - A photostabilized photoactive composition comprising a mixture of a photoactive compound that develops a singlet excited state, or fluoresces when subjected to UV radiation and an effective amount of an excited state quencher comprising a cyano-containing fused tricyclic compound of formula (I): | 02-20-2014 |
20150044149 | ARYL SUBSTITUTED PROPENOIC AMIDES AND ESTERS - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to molecules, including substituted propenoic amides (e.g., aryl substituted propenoic amides), that may receive excited state energy from light-absorbing molecules. According to some embodiments, the present disclosure relates to molecules, including substituted propenoic amides (e.g., aryl substituted propenoic amides), that may quench, dissipate, and/or otherwise resolve excited state energy (e.g., as heat). | 02-12-2015 |
20160002200 | COMPOSITIONS, APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR RESOLVING ELECTRONIC EXCITED STATES - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may receive excited state energy from other molecules (e.g., light-absorbing molecules) or directly from the irradiation sources. According to some embodiments, the disclosure relates to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may resolve (e.g., quench, dissipate) excited state energy, normally by way of releasing it as heat. (e.g., as heat). Conjugated fused polycyclic molecules of various structures are disclosed including Formula III: | 01-07-2016 |
20160022555 | COMPOSITIONS, APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR RESOLVING ELECTRONIC EXCITED STATES - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may receive excited state energy from other molecules (e.g., light-absorbing molecules) or directly from the irradiation sources. According to some embodiments, the disclosure relates to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may resolve (e.g., quench, dissipate) excited state energy, normally by way of releasing it as heat. (e.g., as heat). Conjugated fused polycyclic molecules of various structures are disclosed including Formula III: | 01-28-2016 |
20160024046 | COMPOSITIONS, APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR RESOLVING ELECTRONIC EXCITED STATES - The present disclosure relates, according to some embodiments, to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may receive excited state energy from other molecules (e.g., light-absorbing molecules) or directly from the irradiation sources. According to some embodiments, the disclosure relates to molecules, including conjugated fused polycyclic molecules, that may resolve (e.g., quench, dissipate) excited state energy, normally by way of releasing it as heat. (e.g., as heat). Conjugated fused polycyclic molecules of various structures are disclosed including Formula III: | 01-28-2016 |
Wenhui Hu, Evanston, IL US
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20080318899 | Pyridazine Compounds, Compositions and Methods - The invention relates to novel chemical compounds and methods of making and using the same. In particular, the invention provides pyridazine compounds and/or related heterocyclic derivatives, compositions comprising the same, and methods of using pyridazine compounds and/or related heterocyclic derivatives and compositions comprising the same, for modulation of cellular pathways (e.g., signal transduction pathways), for treatment or prevention of inflammatory diseases (e.g., Alzheimer's disease), for research, drug screening, and therapeutic applications. | 12-25-2008 |
Xiaolei Hu, Aurora, IL US
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20130021469 | SEED CLASSIFICATION USING SPECTRAL ANALYSIS TO DETERMINE EXISTENCE OF A SEED STRUCTURE - This disclosure relates to a method and system that models a seed structure and uses a spectral analysis to identify which morphological seed structures are existent in the seed/seedling. Additionally, this disclosure relates to a method and system that applies multi-spectral analysis using predetermined models of a seed/seedling to identify which morphological structures are existent in the seed/seedling. The information about the existence or non-existence of structures of the seed/seedling is used to classify the seed as having a specific characteristic, for later commercial use or sale. The seed market determines which specific characteristic the method will use to classify the seed/seedling. The individual seed classification may help determine associated seed lot germination values. | 01-24-2013 |
20130294656 | SEED HOLDING DEVICE AND SEED CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM WITH SEED HOLDING DEVICE - A seed classification system is provided. The seed classification system includes a seed holding device and a seed spectral analysis system. The seed holding device includes a top surface and a plurality of wells disposed in the top surface. The plurality of wells are configured to hold a plurality of seeds. Each well is defined by at least one wall extending transverse to the top surface. The seed spectral analysis system is configured to obtain image data for one or more of the seeds held in one or more of the wells of the seed holding device and configured to classify the one or more seeds based on the obtained image data. | 11-07-2013 |
20140050365 | SEED CLASSIFICATION USING SPECTRAL ANALYSIS TO DETERMINE EXISTENCE OF A SEED STRUCTURE - This disclosure relates to a method and system that models a seed structure and uses a spectral analysis to identify which morphological seed structures are existent in the seed/seedling. Additionally, this disclosure relates to a method and system that applies multi-spectral analysis using predetermined models of a seed/seedling to identify which morphological structures are existent in the seed/seedling. The information about the existence or non-existence of structures of the seed/seedling is used to classify the seed as having a specific characteristic, for later commercial use or sale. The seed market determines which specific characteristic the method will use to classify the seed/seedling. The individual seed classification may help determine associated seed lot germination values. | 02-20-2014 |
Yan Hu, Skokie, IL US
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20110175089 | Dielectric Materials and Methods of Preparation and Use Thereof - Disclosed are dendritic macromolecule-based dielectric compositions (e.g., formulations) and materials (e.g. films) and associated devices. The dendritic macromolecules have branched ends that are functionalized with an organic group that includes at least one 3-40 membered cyclic group. | 07-21-2011 |
Yih-Chun Hu, Urbana, IL US
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20080235509 | METHOD FOR EXCHANGING MESSAGES AND VERIFYING THE AUTHENTICITY OF THE MESSAGES IN AN AD HOC NETWORK - A method for exchanging messages containing reliable information between nodes in an ad hoc network, such as a vehicle ad hoc network. The method includes the steps of providing a public key for a PKI encrypted certificate authority signature to all nodes known to transmit reliable information. Each node transmits a signal containing node identification information and the PKI encrypted certificate authority signature associated with that node. Each node also receives like signals from other nodes and then decrypts the certificate authority signatures from the received signals by using the certificate authority public key to ascertain the authenticity of the received certificate authority signatures and the reliability of the received message. Thereafter, the nodes receive and accept messages with a TESLA encrypted signature only with nodes identified to have authentic certificate authority signatures until the occurrence of a subsequent predefined event, such as a new node in the network or the elapse of a predetermined time period. | 09-25-2008 |
20090259841 | Method for allocating multiple authentication certificates to vehicles in a vehicle-to-vehicle communication network - In a vehicle-to-vehicle communication network utilizing PKI security methods to protect communications and in which the PKI encryption utilizes a Certificate Authority having both a private key and a publicly distributed key, a method for allocating multiple certificates for each vehicle which are assigned to each vehicle in the communication network. The method includes the step of assigning a unique secret key k to each vehicle in the communication network. The Certificate Authority then creates a plurality of public key and private key encryption pairs for each vehicle and each encryption pair is associated with an index i. A plurality of certificates are then created with one certificate for each value of the index. A revocation list comprising the secret keys is maintained by the Certificate Authority so that all encryption pairs assigned to a particular vehicle may be revoked by the secret key k corresponding to that vehicle. | 10-15-2009 |
20090260057 | Method for distributing a list of certificate revocations in a vanet - In a vehicle-to-vehicle wireless communication system utilizing certificates to verify trustworthiness of received communications, a method for distributing a list of certificate revocations to vehicles in the communication system. At least one main station transmits a list of certificate revocations to at least one vehicle and the vehicle thereafter transmits the list of certificate revocations to other vehicles in the communication network. Each of the other vehicles in the communication network updates its list of certificate revocations in response to the receipt of the list of certificate revocations from another vehicle in the system. The other vehicles thereafter transmit their updated list of certificate revocations to other vehicles in the system. | 10-15-2009 |
Yongxing Hu, Willowbrook, IL US
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20140077121 | Generic Approach for Synthesizing Asymmetric Nanoparticles and Nanoassemblies - A generic route for synthesis of asymmetric nanostructures. This approach utilizes submicron magnetic particles (Fe | 03-20-2014 |
Yongyou Hu, Woodridge, IL US
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20150266802 | Systems and Methods of Refining Natural Oil Feedstocks and Derivatives Thereof - Systems and methods are disclosed for refining natural oil feedstocks. In some embodiments, the methods comprise transesterifying glycerides in a natural oil feedstock to provide a transesterified product comprising monounsaturated fatty acid esters and polyunsaturated fatty acid esters. In some embodiments, the methods comprise separating the polyunsaturated fatty acid esters from the monounsaturated fatty acid esters (or vice versa), to provide a separated monounsaturated fatty acid ester composition having a ratio of at least 10 parts by weight of monounsaturated fatty acid esters for every 1 part by weight of polyunsaturated fatty acid esters. | 09-24-2015 |
Yuxiao Hu, Urbana, IL US
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20090052748 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONSTRUCTING A 3D REPRESENTATION OF A FACE FROM A 2D REPRESENTATION - A method and system for generating 3D images of faces from 2D images, for generating 2D images of the faces at different image conditions from the 3D images, and for recognizing a 2D image of a target face based on the generated 2D images is provided. The recognition system provides a 3D model of a face that includes a 3D image of a standard face under a standard image condition and parameters indicating variations of an individual face from the standard face. To generate the 3D image of a face, the recognition system inputs a 2D image of the face under a standard image condition. The recognition system then calculates parameters that map the points of the 2D image to the corresponding points of a 2D image of the standard face. The recognition system uses these parameters with the 3D model to generate 3D images of the face at different image conditions. | 02-26-2009 |
Zhaoli Hu, Dunlap, IL US
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20090045180 | Masking device for laser machining system and method - A laser machining system for machining a workpiece is disclosed. The workpiece may have a primary surface and a secondary surface. The system may have a laser emitter configured to emit a laser beam. The system may also have a masking device having an absorbing portion formed from corundum. The absorbing portion may have a surface portion shaped to approximately correspond to a contour of an inner side of the primary surface of the workpiece. | 02-19-2009 |
20090057282 | Laser machining method utilizing variable inclination angle - A method of laser machining is disclosed. The method of laser machining may include directing a laser beam emitted by an optical device onto a workpiece at an inclination angle to create a cut in the workpiece and varying the inclination angle of the laser beam. | 03-05-2009 |
20090065488 | Laser machining calibration method - A calibration method is disclosed. The method includes locating a focal point of a laser relative to at least one reference datum of a workspace, the focal point being where the laser produces machining. The method also includes machining at least one reference mark onto a work piece via the laser machining at the focal point and measuring an offset between a reference point on the work piece and the at least one reference mark. | 03-12-2009 |
20090294416 | Laser manufacturing system having real-time feedback - A manufacturing system is disclosed. The manufacturing system may have a mount configured to hold a workpiece, a laser source configured to generate a laser beam directed toward a first side of the workpiece, and a sensor located on a second side of the workpiece. The sensor may be configured to sense a characteristic of the laser beam during penetration of the workpiece and to generate a signal in response thereto. The manufacturing system may also have a controller in communication with the laser source and the sensor. The controller may be configured to adjust parameters of the laser beam during penetration of the workpiece based on the signal. | 12-03-2009 |
20090294421 | Manufacturing system for producing reverse-tapered orifice - A manufacturing system for producing a reverse-tapered orifice is disclosed. The manufacturing system may have a mount configured to hold a workpiece, and a laser source configured to generate a laser beam. The manufacturing system may also have a delivery media operatively connected to the laser source. The delivery media may be configured to deliver the laser beam into a hollow portion of the workpiece to create the orifice through a wall of the workpiece having a laser beam entrance opening larger than a laser beam exit opening. | 12-03-2009 |
20090294423 | Manufacturing system having delivery media and grin lens - A manufacturing system is disclosed. The manufacturing system may have a laser source configured to generate a laser beam, and a delivery media operatively connected to the laser source. The manufacturing system may also have a gradient index lens located at a tip end of the delivery media to refract and focus the laser beam exiting the delivery media. | 12-03-2009 |
20090321395 | Variable focus laser machining system - A variable focus laser machining system is disclosed. The machining system may have a laser emitter configured to emit a laser beam. Additionally, the machining system may have a focusing element configured to focus the laser beam. The machining system may also have a controller. The controller may be configured to focus the laser beam at a first focal point. The first focal point may be approximately positioned on a first machining surface of a work piece. The controller may also be configured to determine that the first machining surface has moved relative to the first focal point. Additionally, the controller may be configured to re-focus the laser beam at a second focal point. The second focal point may be positioned between a second machining surface and a predetermined surface spaced apart from the second machining surface. | 12-31-2009 |
Zhaolin Hu, Dunlap, IL US
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20090183804 | LOCALIZED INDUCTION HEATING FOR RESIDUAL STRESS OPTIMIZATION - An apparatus for the heat-treating of a heat-hardenable steel cruciform article having a weld seam includes a heating element to heat the weld seam to a point that an austenitic transformation occurs, and a quenching chamber to cool the weld seam, causing the formation of Martensite and an associated expansion. The quenching is rapid since slow quenching may allow a crystalline phase other than martensite to form. The apparatus may comprise rollers operable to convey the welded cruciform article through the apparatus at a speed such that the weld seam is subjected to heating for a predetermined heat time sufficient to cause a formation of martensite there within, and such that the heated portion reaches the quenching chamber and is quenched to create a substantial amount of martensite, e.g., an amount sufficient to cause expansion of the part. | 07-23-2009 |
20120107644 | Localized Induction Heating For Residual Stress Optimization - An apparatus for the heat-treating of a heat-hardenable steel cruciform article having a weld seam includes a heating element to heat the weld seam to a point that an austenitic transformation occurs, and a quenching chamber to cool the weld seam, causing the formation of Martensite and an associated expansion. The quenching is rapid since slow quenching may allow a crystalline phase other than martensite to form. The apparatus may comprise rollers operable to convey the welded cruciform article through the apparatus at a speed such that the weld seam is subjected to heating for a predetermined heat time sufficient to cause a formation of martensite there within, and such that the heated portion reaches the quenching chamber and is quenched to create a substantial amount of martensite, e.g., an amount sufficient to cause expansion of the part. | 05-03-2012 |
Zheng Hu, Peoria, IL US
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20140081530 | System and Method for Payload Estimation - A payload estimation system for a work machine is provided. The system includes a power source, a payload carrier, an actuator and a controller. The payload carrier is configured to contain a payload of material. The actuator is configured to effectuate movement of the payload carrier. The controller is configured to control an operation of the actuator. The controller is also configured to receive one or more parameters associated with the power source of the work machine, during an operation of the payload carrier. Further, the controller is configured to compare the one or more parameters with a pre-determined dataset to estimate a weight of the payload on the work machine. | 03-20-2014 |
Zhiyong Hu, Chicago, IL US
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20160034604 | Casting Design Advisor Toolkit - A system for providing casting design advisement for designing a cast component is provided. The system includes an integrated design environment, the integrated design environment receiving a concept design for the cast component, the concept design being user-modifiable. The system also includes a plurality of design advisory modules, the plurality of design advisory modules determining physics models associated with the concept design for the cast component and providing advisement analysis for the concept design based on the physics models. The system includes a design rule logic solver for receiving concept design features associated with the concept design and comparing the concept design features with stored casting design rules to determine a geometry modification guide. | 02-04-2016 |