Underwood, US
Anna Marie Underwood, Greenwood, SC US
Benjamin D. Underwood, Albermarle, NC US
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20080299883 | Wall Scrubber For Blown Insulation - An insulation system comprising: a supply of material having discrete elements; an applicator assembly for installation of the material having discrete elements to a surface; and a scrubber for finishing the face of the material, the scrubber including: (a) a vacuum conduit; (b) a blade assembly attached to the vacuum conduit; (c) a drive for the blade assembly; and (d) a vacuum substantially adjacent the face of the material during finishing. In the one embodiment, the system comprises a transporter system downstream of the supply of material having discrete elements for delivery of the material to the applicator assembly. Also, in one embodiment, the blade assembly comprises an axis of rotation perpendicular to the face of the material during finishing. | 12-04-2008 |
Bradford J. Underwood, Columbus, OH US
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20080274841 | MULTI-MATERIAL COMPOSITE LOCKING UPRIGHT - A composite locking upright having low weight and great rigidity for installation into a playing surface with built-in sleeves. The composite locking upright supports and secures a net at a playing height for athletic sports such as, volleyball, tennis, and badminton. The composite locking upright may have a composite tube, a multi-material tube, an upper and a lower protective collar, and a locking tool. The composite tube may be made of a light-weight, fiber-reinforced composite. The multi-material tube may be made at least in part of the same material and may incorporate at least one abrasion resistant area, which may be a partial or full thickness insert and may be, but is not necessarily, formed of a metal. The multi-material tube is extendable and retractable from the composite. The locking tool locks the multi-material tube with respect to the composite tube and thereby fixes a net at a playing height. | 11-06-2008 |
20090023557 | PORTABLE JUMP TRAINING APPARATUS - A portable jump training apparatus designed for portability that permits an athlete to safely measure their vertical leap in any number of venues where a jump training apparatus might be utilized is provided. The portable jump training apparatus may include a jump measurement device, a height adjustment post, and an external surface mount. The height adjustment post may be joined to the jump measurement device such that they are positionally fixed with respect to one another. The external surface mount may include at least one adjustable gripping device to releasably secure the external surface mount to an external mounting surface. Also, the external surface mount may include a translation guide configured for translational cooperation with the height adjustment post such that the position of the jump measurement device may be adjusted with respect to the stationary external surface mount. | 01-22-2009 |
20090247330 | MULTI-MATERIAL COMPOSITE LOCKING UPRIGHT - A composite locking upright having low weight and great rigidity for installation into a playing surface with built-in sleeves. The composite locking upright supports and secures a net at a playing height for athletic sports such as, volleyball, tennis, and badminton. The composite locking upright may have a composite tube, a multi-material tube, an upper and a lower protective collar, and a locking tool. The composite tube may be made of a light-weight, fiber-reinforced composite. The multi-material tube may be made at least in part of the same material and may incorporate at least one abrasion resistant area, which may be a partial or full thickness insert and may be, but is not necessarily, formed of a metal. The multi-material tube is extendable and retractable from the composite. The locking tool locks the multi-material tube with respect to the composite tube and thereby fixes a net at a playing height. | 10-01-2009 |
20110224031 | MULTI-MATERIAL COMPOSITE LOCKING UPRIGHT - A composite locking upright having low weight and great rigidity for installation into a playing surface with built-in sleeves, supporting and securing a net at a playing height for athletic sports such as, volleyball, tennis, and badminton. The composite locking upright may have a composite tube, a multi-material tube, an upper protective collar, and in some embodiments a lower protective collar, and a locking tool. The composite tube may be made of a light-weight, fiber-reinforced composite. The multi-material tube may be made at least in part of the same material and may incorporate at least one abrasion resistant area, which may be a partial or full thickness insert which may be formed of a metal. The multi-material tube is extendable and retractable from the composite. The locking tool locks the multi-material tube with respect to the composite tube and thereby fixes a net at a playing height. | 09-15-2011 |
Brandon Underwood, Wisconsin Rapids, WI US
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20090139582 | INFLATION VALVE ASSEMBLY - An inflation valve assembly comprises a longitudinally extending conduit, a cap, a normally closed elastic double-duckbill valve, and a hollow nozzle insert. The longitudinally extending conduit has a first longitudinal end and a second longitudinal end. The cap is configured and arranged for removable attachment to the first longitudinal end of the conduit. The normally closed elastic double-duckbill valve sealingly engages within the conduit with intersecting radially elongated slits extending longitudinally there through. The hollow nozzle insert is configured and arranged for longitudinal insertion into the conduit through the first longitudinal end for separating both slits and opening the double-duckbill valve so long as the nozzle insert remains inserted within the conduit. | 06-04-2009 |
Christina Underwood, Cincinnati, OH US
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20090089132 | Computer-Assisted Contract Management System for An Enterprise - A computer-assisted management method for an enterprise including multiple work locations is provided. The method includes creating electronic contracts by associating work rules within the electronic contracts, the work rules governing an employer-employee relationship. The electronic contracts including the work rules are stored in a contract database. The electronic contracts stored in the contract database are provided to one or more system. The employer-employee relationship is managed using the electronic contracts including the work rules. | 04-02-2009 |
Danielle Elise Underwood, Winston-Salem, NC US
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20090264329 | CLEANER CONCENTRATES, ASSOCIATED CLEANERS, AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Cleaner concentrates, associated cleaners, and associated methods are disclosed. The cleaner concentrates are capable for use in making cleaners that are capable of removing from surfaces fresh, greasy soils and polymerized soils more recently encountered in the food service industry originating from non-trans-fat oils. The cleaner concentrates include one or more alkalinity sources, one or more chelants, one or more surfactants, and as a remainder, water. The one or more alkalinity sources may be present in an amount sufficient to provide a free alkalinity (expressible as Na | 10-22-2009 |
20110028370 | CLEANER CONCENTRATES, ASSOCIATED CLEANERS, AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Cleaner concentrates, associated cleaners, and associated methods are disclosed. The cleaner concentrates are capable for use in making cleaners that are capable of removing from surfaces fresh, greasy soils and polymerized soils more recently encountered in the food service industry originating from non-trans-fat oils. The cleaner concentrates include one or more alkalinity sources, one or more chelants, one or more surfactants, and as a remainder, water. The one or more alkalinity sources may be present in an amount sufficient to provide a free alkalinity (expressible as Na | 02-03-2011 |
Dan Robert Underwood, Wichita, KS US
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20090094542 | Classification Tool - Disclosed is a method which, in one embodiment, enables a user to navigate the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS). The method initially involves uploading a delimited HTS file, and using it to create a wizard which optionally allows the user to navigate a series of options menus, or alternatively, the entire menu hierarchy can be displayed on the same screen. The selections made at every menu is saved for future reference. The method also optionally enables the documentation of Export Control Classification Numbers, which are recorded along with applicable control information for the product. | 04-09-2009 |
Daron R. Underwood, Canton, MI US
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20090019226 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROVIDING A LEVEL OF ACCESS TO A COMPUTING DEVICE - A method for responding to read requests for a data block of a storage device, the storage device providing access to a hardened appliance and providing unrestricted access to a computing device, includes the step of executing a computing device in a requested one of a plurality of execution modes. A process intercepts a read request for a first data set stored in a data block of a storage device associated with the computing device. The read request is responded to with a second data set, the second data set stored in a cache and representing an unmodified version of the first data set presently stored in the data block of the storage device. | 01-15-2009 |
David M. Underwood, Norwalk, CT US
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20110298340 | Mounting Platform For Modular Furniture Assembly - A modular furniture assembly includes: a base member having a frame assembly, a transverse member having a frame assembly, a foot configured to contact a support surface, and a mounting platform having a plurality of apertures therethrough. The mounting platform is configured to be mounted on the base member frame assembly and the transverse member frame assembly, thereby connecting the frame assemblies. The foot is selectively mounted on the mounting platform, such that the foot is configured to contact the support surface when the modular furniture assembly is in an upright configuration. The mounting platform connects the base and transverse member frame assemblies together and also acts as a platform for receiving a variety of different types of feet. | 12-08-2011 |
20120119629 | MODULAR FURNITURE ASSEMBLY AND DISPLAY KIT WITH MAGNETIC COUPLING ASSEMBLY - A modular furniture assembly comprising a base and a transverse member has a convenient magnetic coupling assembly. A miniature display kit can be used in advertising or in a retail setting to display the benefits and optional positions of modular furniture. The display kit can have the same or essentially the same features as the modular furniture assembly. | 05-17-2012 |
David W. Underwood, Tampa, FL US
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20110028922 | Female External Incontinence Device - A female external incontinence device includes a housing formed of a soft, pliable, membranous, elastomeric material defining a flange for adhesive securement to the intralabial parameatal surface to create a parameatal seal around the urethral meatus, a urine collection channel and an outlet tube and an applicator having a tray component for holding the housing to facilitate securement of the housing to the intralabial parameatal surface. | 02-03-2011 |
20110118670 | Tube Holder and Method of Securing Catheters to a Patient - A tube holder includes a base mounted on a support surface, and male and female gripping members extending substantially transversely from the base with the base and gripping members unitarily, integrally formed of a one-piece, soft, low durometer elastomer and one of the gripping members having a plurality of apertures therein for receiving the other of the gripping members to positively grip a tube therebetween. A method of securing a catheter to a patient utilizing the tube holder. | 05-19-2011 |
20120203182 | Adhesive layer arrangements and methods for securing medical tubing - Adhesive layer arrangements for securing catheters relative to a patient's body and forming occlusive seals at catheter insertion sites. | 08-09-2012 |
20140046265 | Tube Holder and Method of Securing Catheters to a Patient - A tube holder includes a base mounted on a support surface, and male and female gripping members extending substantially transversely from the base with the base and gripping members unitarily, integrally formed of a one-piece, soft, low durometer elastomer and one of the gripping members having a plurality of apertures therein for receiving the other of the gripping members to positively grip a tube therebetween. A method of securing a catheter to a patient utilizing the tube holder. | 02-13-2014 |
20140214008 | Precision Venting Arrangement for Pressure Equilibration to Enhance Drainage of Medical Tubing - A precision venting arrangement for urinary drainage includes a tubular housing communicating with medical tubing receiving urine from the body and a pouch for storing the urine, the tubular housing having opposing open ends with a lumen passing longitudinally therebetween, an intermediate portion disposed between the open ends and an intermediate portion with a side passage disposed at the intermediate portion and extending through a side wall of the housing with a venting valve disposed in the side passage having a biased dosed distal end and an open proximal end exposed to atmospheric pressure such that the venting valve is opened when the differential between the pressure in the lumen of the housing and atmospheric pressure exceeds a predetermined value. | 07-31-2014 |
Dennis Underwood, Jamaica Plain, MA US
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20120077781 | FLAVIN DERIVATIVES - The present invention relates novel flavin derivatives and other flavin derivatives, their use and compositions for use as riboswitch ligands and/or anti-infectives. The invention also provides method of making novel flavin derivatives. | 03-29-2012 |
20120283219 | DIAMINOPTERIDINE DERIVATIVES - The present invention relates novel diaminopteridine derivatives, their compositions and method of treatment comprising the same for use as anti-infectives. | 11-08-2012 |
20140155417 | COMPOUNDS FOR MODULATING TRPV3 FUNCTION - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 06-05-2014 |
Dennis John Underwood, Jamaica Plain, MA US
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20090018147 | Compounds for modulating TRPV3 function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 01-15-2009 |
20100152209 | Compounds for Modulating TRPV3 Function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 06-17-2010 |
20100273777 | Compounds for Modulating TRPV3 Function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 10-28-2010 |
20110144135 | Compounds for Modulating TRPV3 Function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 06-16-2011 |
20110151559 | Compounds for Modulating TRPV3 Function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 06-23-2011 |
20120015979 | Compounds for Modulating TRPV3 Function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 01-19-2012 |
20140011840 | Compounds of Modulating TRPV3 Function - The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3. | 01-09-2014 |
Derek Underwood, Amherst, NH US
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20090207862 | Controlling The Operation Of Modules - In a method for controlling the operations of modules that are interconnected through interconnections in which high-speed signals operate at high-bit rates, a low-frequency signal is placed on at least one of the interconnections. From the low-frequency signal operational information on the modules is retrieved. | 08-20-2009 |
Diana Underwood, Lawrence, KS US
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20100274297 | System And Method For Micro-Invasive Transfacet Lumbar Interbody Fusion - Spinal surgery systems are provided. In one embodiment, a system includes threaded caps and screw assemblies. Each assembly includes a cannulated and threaded screw having upper and lower ends, a polyaxial head permanently fixed to the screw upper end in a ball-and-socket engagement, and an extension portion fixed to the head wherein extension portion movement causes the head to move in concert. Each head has a receiving area for engaging a rod and a threaded area for receiving one of the caps after the rod is engaged in the receiving area. Each extension portion has: (a) two arms spaced apart such that the arms are on opposite sides of the polyaxial head receiving area; and (b) at least one point of weakness such that forcing the arms away from one another causes the extension portion to divide at the point of weakness and separate the extension portion from the head. | 10-28-2010 |
Diana Marcolino Underwood, Lawrence, KS US
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20100114179 | System And Method For Micro-Invasive Transfacet Lumbar Interbody Fusion - Spinal surgery systems are provided. In one embodiment, a system includes threaded caps and screw assemblies. Each assembly includes a cannulated and threaded screw having upper and lower ends, a polyaxial head permanently fixed to the screw upper end in a ball-and-socket engagement, and an extension portion fixed to the head wherein extension portion movement causes the head to move in concert. Each head has a receiving area for engaging a rod and a threaded area for receiving one of the caps after the rod is engaged in the receiving area. Each extension portion has: (a) two arms spaced apart such that the arms are on opposite sides of the polyaxial head receiving area; and (b) at least one point of weakness such that forcing the arms away from one another causes the extension portion to divide at the point of weakness and separate the extension portion from the head. | 05-06-2010 |
Edward Moore Underwood US
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20120047560 | Social Age Verification Engine - A social networking system obtains parental authorization from a parent for a child to access a computing resource, where the parent and the child are users of the social networking system. The child user may request the authorization by identifying a purported parent user. The social networking system attempts to verify the validity of the purported parent user's account, the age of the user associated with the purported parent's account, and/or the existence of a parent-child relationship between users of the accounts associated with the purported parent and the child. The social networking system makes these determinations, at least in part, using social and transactional information associated with the purported parent user's account and the child user's account in the social networking system. Upon verification of these items, the social networking system may allow the purported parent to provide authorization responsive to the child's request to access the computing resource. | 02-23-2012 |
Gary L. Underwood, Manitowoc, WI US
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20090061052 | Casings for Foodstuffs - A polysaccharide casing and a collagen/polysaccharide casing, and method of manufacturing the casings, are disclosed. The casings maintain their structural integrity over time and do not adversely affect the quality and taste of the encased foodstuff. | 03-05-2009 |
Geoffrey Scott Underwood, Atlanta, GA US
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20090026128 | High Performance Shaped Articles, Methods Of Making, And Uses Thereof - Essentially at most two-dimensional shaped article (A) comprising at least one polymer composition (C) comprising at least one high glass transition temperature sulfone polymer (P). Methods of making it and uses thereof. | 01-29-2009 |
20110201775 | High purity diphenyl sulfone, preparation and use thereof for the preparation of a poly(aryletherketone) - The presence of certain impurities in diphenyl sulfone have a deleterious effect on the properties of the poly(aryletherketone)s produced therein, including one or more of color, melt stability, molecular weight, crystallinity, etc. and here identify those impurities and provide processes for the removal of such impurities. | 08-18-2011 |
20140221595 | HIGH PURITY DIPHENYL SULFONE, PREPARATION AND USE THEREOF FOR THE PREPARATION OF A POLY(ARYLETHERKETONE) - The presence of certain impurities in diphenyl sulfone have a deleterious effect on the properties of the poly(aryletherketone)s produced therein, including one or more of color, melt stability, molecular weight, crystallinity, etc. and here identify those impurities and provide processes for the recovery of the diphenyl sulfone. | 08-07-2014 |
Heather Underwood US
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20120000983 | NOISE REMOVAL FROM COLOR BARCODE IMAGES - A method for noise removal from color barcode images includes acquiring a barcode image using a color imaging array and separating the barcode image into color channels. Weighting factors are associated with the color channels and at least one weighting factor is reduced. The weighting factors are applied to the color channels to produce a first transformed image. A portion of the first transformed image is analyzed to produce a first set of decoded data from the barcode. | 01-05-2012 |
20120005222 | TEMPLATE-BASED RECOGNITION OF FOOD PRODUCT INFORMATION - A method for template based recognition of food product information includes capturing an image of food product packaging and extracting an attribute from the image. The attribute is used to find a matching template in a template-database. The matching template is then used to extract food product information from the image. | 01-05-2012 |
Heather M. Underwood US
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20120005105 | SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT USING MOBILE DEVICES - A method for supply chain management using mobile devices with a server on an electronic data network includes receiving identifying information for a product transmitted from a mobile device via the network, the server being periodically updated with product recall data. The server queries a traceability server via the network for master data and event data related to the product using the identifying information. The server processes the recall data, master data, and event data to produce product data which is output to the mobile device. | 01-05-2012 |
Howard R. Underwood, Bryn Mawr, PA US
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20100169124 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADMINISTERING HEALTH CARE COST REDUCTION - A system and method for the efficient administration of health care plans, particularly as to the reduction and/or elimination of avoidable medical costs for select individuals who participate in the plan, is disclosed. Existing health care data is processed to determine an indication as to the relative desirability of an intervention in a plan participant's health care regimen. The data is also processed to determine the status of one or more flags, each of which potentially indicates the relative desirability of an intervention in a plan participant's health care regimen. A predictive model is used to determine the status of a flag relating to the likelihood of an insurance plan participant making a disability claim within a certain period of time. The information relating to desirability of an intervention in a plan participant's health care regimen, as well as a plan participant's medical information and claim history, is presented to case managers and/or health care providers in a user-friendly format. | 07-01-2010 |
20130246091 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADMINISTERING HEALTH CARE COST REDUCTION - A system and method for the efficient administration of health care plans, particularly as to the reduction and/or elimination of avoidable medical costs for select individuals who participate in the plan, is disclosed. Existing health care data is processed to determine an indication as to the relative desirability of an intervention in a plan participant's health care regimen. The data is also processed to determine the status of one or more flags, each of which potentially indicates the relative desirability of an intervention in a plan participant's health care regimen. A predictive model is used to determine the status of a flag relating to the likelihood of an insurance plan participant making a disability claim within a certain period of time. The information relating to desirability of an intervention in a plan participant's health care regimen, as well as a plan participant's medical information and claim history, is presented to case managers and/or health care providers in a user-friendly format. | 09-19-2013 |
Howard R. Underwood, Bethesda, MD US
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20090043606 | MEDICAL MANAGEMENT MODELER AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - A method and system for determining custom population Return on Investment (ROI) forecasted savings estimates for use in evaluating the desirability of active health care management programs and the depth of penetration of such programs. The method and system further include a graphical user interface and returns a statistical confidence of the predicted savings or loss. | 02-12-2009 |
James Mark Underwood, Chesterton, IN US
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20080210259 | CATALYST CLEANING TOOL - A device for cleaning a selective catalyst reduction unit by directing air or a cleansing solution directly into or out of honeycomb cells of the selective catalyst reduction unit. The device utilizes a plurality of orifices which are sufficient in diameter and number to cleanse honeycomb cells thereby directing air or cleansing solution into or out of each individual honeycomb cell. The device also utilizes a plurality of probes which are sufficient in number and diameter to cleanse the honeycomb cells. The invention also involves a method for cleaning the honeycomb cells and a method for producing the catalyst cleaning tool. | 09-04-2008 |
20110146722 | CATALYST CLEANING TOOL - A device for cleaning a selective catalyst reduction unit by directing air or a cleansing solution directly into or out of honeycomb cells of the selective catalyst reduction unit. The device utilizes a plurality of orifices which are sufficient in diameter and number to cleanse honeycomb cells thereby directing air or cleansing solution into or out of each individual honeycomb cell. The device also utilizes a plurality of probes which are sufficient in number and diameter to cleanse the honeycomb cells. The invention also involves a method for cleaning the honeycomb cells and a method for producing the catalyst cleaning tool. | 06-23-2011 |
Jeff Underwood, Muscatine, IA US
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20100221402 | Cold-Water Soluble Extruded Starch Product - Disclosed is a cold-water soluble starch and a process for preparing same. Generally, the process comprises providing a hydroxyalkyl starch and applying a shearing force to the starch in an extruder in the presence of moisture, the force and the moisture each being sufficient to gelatinize at least substantially all of the granules of the starch to thereby form a sheared starch. The starch is heated to its gelatinization temperature after the starch has passed partially through the barrel of the extruder, with the moisture being maintained at a level sufficiently high to allow gelatinization but sufficiency low to protect the starch from becoming too sticky to extrude. The extruded starch product thus formed may be used in connection with a number of film-forming, coating, and other applications. | 09-02-2010 |
20120266869 | Cold-Water Soluble Extruded Starch Product - Disclosed is a cold-water soluble starch and a process for preparing same. Generally, the process comprises providing a hydroxyalkyl starch and applying a shearing force to the starch in an extruder in the presence of moisture, the force and the moisture each being sufficient to gelatinize at least substantially all of the granules of the starch to thereby form a sheared starch. The starch is heated to its gelatinization temperature after the starch has passed partially through the barrel of the extruder, with the moisture being maintained at a level sufficiently high to allow gelatinization but sufficiency low to protect the starch from becoming too sticky to extrude. The extruded starch product thus formed may be used in connection with a number of film-forming, coating, and other applications. | 10-25-2012 |
20150024113 | Cold-Water Soluble Extruded Starch Product - Disclosed is a cold-water soluble starch and a process for preparing same. Generally, the process comprises providing a hydroxyalkyl starch and applying a shearing force to the starch in an extruder in the presence of moisture, the force and the moisture each being sufficient to gelatinize at least substantially all of the granules of the starch to thereby form a sheared starch. The starch is heated to its gelatinization temperature after the starch has passed partially through the barrel of the extruder, with the moisture being maintained at a level sufficiently high to allow gelatinization but sufficiency low to protect the starch from becoming too sticky to extrude. The extruded starch product thus formed may be used in connection with a number of film-forming, coating, and other applications. | 01-22-2015 |
Jeff Edward Underwood, Newnan, GA US
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20090196053 | Recessed Plaster Collar Assembly - A plaster collar assembly having a first ring, a second ring secured to the first ring, and a mechanism arranged at an outer periphery of at least one of the rings for axially displacing the first and second rings during rotation of the secured rings relative to each other. | 08-06-2009 |
Jeff M. Underwood, Muscatine, IA US
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20100297332 | Process For Preparation Of High-Fiber Product - Disclosed is a process for treating a grain to form a product that is high in dietary fiber on the basis of dry solids content relative to the grain. Generally, the process includes subjecting the grain product to a destarching step, typically via aqueous treatment in warm water, followed by screening. The intermediate product thus formed is subjected to steam, typically in a jet cooking step, to yield a product that is higher in dietary fiber on a dry solids basis than the intermediate product previously formed. The grain is typically wheat bran, but may be other grains such as rice or oats. | 11-25-2010 |
20110091938 | Starch Hydrolysis - Disclosed is a method for hydrolyzing starch. The starch is subjected to hydrolysis in the presence of a neutral calcium salt, the hydrolysis being conducted at a pH ranging from about 5.0 to about 5.5. The calcium salt may be a non-toxic and label-friendly salt such as calcium sulfate, calcium chloride or calcium phosphate, preferably naturally existing salts. The enzymatically catalyzed hydrolysis may be quenched using an organic acid, such as citric acid, preferably an acid that exists in nature, or with heat. Certain processing and product quality advantages may be realized via the disclosed method. The method may provide a variety of hydrolyzed products, including maltodextrins, syrup solids, and the like. | 04-21-2011 |
20140275512 | Preparation Of Malto-Oligosaccharides - Disclosed is a method for preparing a mixture of malto-oligosaccharides. Generally, a dry-milled corn fraction, such as a corn flour from which germ and fiber have been removed, is subjected to hydrolysis, typically catalyzed with acid or an enzyme such as an α-amylase enzyme, under conditions suitable to form a mixture of malto-oligosaccharides. A gluten fraction is removed and the enzyme is inactivated, such as with heat. The mixture of malto-oligosaccharides then may be recovered from remaining solids and purified. | 09-18-2014 |
Jeffrey A. Underwood, Sunrise, FL US
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20100101846 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SPATIALLY OPTIMIZING SURFACE MOUNT PADS ON A BALL GRID ARRAY PACKAGE - Method and apparatus for spatially optimizing the arrangement of surface mount pads on a ball grid array package. An array containing T surface mount pads with a diameter less than or equal to 0.4 millimeter is arranged in an array of rows and columns less than or equal to 0.5 millimeters center-to-center. The array of pads is subdivided into N groups of pads respectively numbered G | 04-29-2010 |
Joey K. Underwood, Greenville, SC US
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20110165807 | Non-Coated Fabric for Outdoor Applications - A non-coated fabric for outdoor applications is provided that is made up of a woven fabric and a chemical composition applied to the woven fabric. The woven fabric is made from multifilament yarns that are solution dyed and have a UV rating of at least 500 hours. The chemical composition is applied to the woven fabric and incorporated into the fabric such that the fabric has a hydrostatic pressure of at least 45 cm. | 07-07-2011 |
20110191949 | Flame Resistant Fabric Made From A Fiber Blend - Fire resistant garments are disclosed made from a fabric containing a fiber blend. The fiber blend contains meta-aramid fibers, fire resistant cellulose fibers, non-aromatic polyamide fibers, and optionally para-aramid fibers. The non-aromatic polyamide fibers are present in an amount sufficient to dramatically improve the abrasion resistance of the fabric without adversely interfering with the flame resistant properties. In addition to abrasion resistance, the particular blend of fibers has also been found to dramatically improve or increase various other properties. In one embodiment, the fabric is made with a herringbone weave which has been found to unexpectedly improve tear properties and porosity. | 08-11-2011 |
20120278979 | Flame Resistant Fabric Made From A Fiber Blend - Fire resistant garments are disclosed made from a fabric containing a fiber blend. The fiber blend contains meta-aramid fibers, fire resistant cellulose fibers, non-aromatic polyamide fibers, and optionally para-aramid fibers. The non-aromatic polyamide fibers are present in an amount sufficient to dramatically improve the abrasion resistance of the fabric without adversely interfering with the flame resistant properties. In addition to abrasion resistance, the particular blend of fibers has also been found to dramatically improve or increase various other properties. In one embodiment, the fabric is made with a herringbone weave which has been found to unexpectedly improve tear properties and porosity. | 11-08-2012 |
20130205481 | Fire Resistant Garments Containing A High Lubricity Thermal Liner - Protective garments are disclosed having an inner lining with high lubricity and high strength characteristics. The inner lining, in one embodiment, contains spun yarns combined with para-aramid multifilament yarns. The spun yarns may also contain flame resistant fibers, such as meta-aramid fibers, FR cellulose fibers, or mixtures thereof. The para-aramid filament yarns provide excellent strength characteristics to the fabric. In addition, in some embodiments, the multifilament yarns may enhance the fire resistant properties of the fabric. In one embodiment, the para-aramid filament yarns may have less than five twists per inch, such as from about 1 twist per inch to about four twists per inch. | 08-15-2013 |
20130254980 | Flame Resistant Fabric and Garments Made Therefrom - Protective garments include a flame resistant fabric that is strong and yet has a soft hand. The fabric is made from a combination of filament yarns and spun yarns. The filament yarns and spun yarns are woven together such that the filament yarns are separated by from about 2 to about 5 spun yarns in both the warp direction and the fill direction. The spun yarns may contain polybenzimidazole fibers in combination with other fibers, such as aramid fibers. The filament yarns may comprise para-aramid fibers. In one embodiment, the filament yarns may have a size larger than the spun yarns. | 10-03-2013 |
20140127401 | Non-Coated Fabric for Outdoor Applications - A non-coated fabric for outdoor applications is provided that is made up of a woven fabric and a chemical composition applied to the woven fabric. The woven fabric is made from multifilament yarns that are solution dyed and have a UV rating of at least 500 hours. The chemical composition is applied to the woven fabric and incorporated into the fabric such that the fabric has a hydrostatic pressure of at least 45 cm. | 05-08-2014 |
20140360619 | Flame Resistant Fabric and Garments Made Therefrom - Protective garments include a flame resistant fabric that is strong and yet has a soft hand. The fabric is made from a combination of filament yarns and spun yarns. The filament yarns and spun yarns are woven together such that the filament yarns are separated by from about 2 to about 5 spun yarns in both the warp direction and the fill direction. The spun yarns may contain polybenzimidazole fibers in combination with other fibers, such as aramid fibers. The filament yarns may comprise para-aramid fibers. In one embodiment, the filament yarns may have a size larger than the spun yarns. | 12-11-2014 |
John Underwood, Chelmsford, MA US
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20120195717 | WORKPIECE HANDLING MODULES - A workpiece handling module including a first housing member and a second housing member pivotally movable relative to the first member forming a housing having an access side and a second side opposite the access side and side walls, a first portion of the side walls is carried by the first member and a second portion of the side walls is carried by the second member, and at least one of the first and second housing members includes at least one sealable opening for allowing ingress and egress of workpieces to and from an interior chamber formed by the first and second housing members in a closed configuration, and the second portion of the side walls adjacent the access side and carried by the second member is greater than the first portion of the side walls adjacent the access side and carried by the first member. | 08-02-2012 |
John Underwood, New York, NY US
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20100205551 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A WEB SITE WITH DYNAMIC CONTENT DATA FROM AN EXTERNAL DATA SOURCE INTEGRATED THEREIN - A technique for generating a web site in accordance with received data entry by: determining at least one characteristic of at least one web site dimension of the web site based on the data entry; generating a multi-dimensional description of the web site based on the determined characteristics; retrieving web site data according to the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site; and generating the web site based upon the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site and the retrieved web site data. The web site data includes dynamic content data from an external data source, and the data entry may include a designation of such an external data source. | 08-12-2010 |
20100306644 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A WEB SITE USING A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WEBSITE - A technique for generating a web site in accordance with received data entry by: determining at least one characteristic of at least one web site dimension of the web site based on the data entry; generating a multi-dimensional description of the web site based on the determined characteristics; retrieving web site data according to the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site; and generating the web site based upon the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site and the retrieved web site data. | 12-02-2010 |
20140181206 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A WEB SITE USING A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WEB SITE - A technique for generating a web site in accordance with received data entry by: determining at least one characteristic of at least one web site dimension of the web site based on the data entry; generating a multi-dimensional description of the web site based on the determined characteristics; retrieving web site data according to the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site; and generating the web site based upon the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site and the retrieved web site data. | 06-26-2014 |
20140344110 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A LINK TO A PRESENTED WEB PAGE - A technique for generating links to a web page by: presenting a web page; defining one or more other web pages to include a link to the presented web page; and placing a link on at least one of the other web pages linking to the presented web page. A prompt for an acceptance of the link may be presented to the other web pages whereby a link is not added until the corresponding acceptance of the link is received. | 11-20-2014 |
Joseph E. Underwood, Beverly, NJ US
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20080210234 | VARIABLE PRESSURE CHAMBER HAVING A SCREW COMPRESSOR - A variable pressure chamber is provided for operation at hypobaric or hyperbaric pressure. The variable pressure chamber comprises a substantially air-tight enclosure having a sufficient volume to enclose a patient, a sealable opening adapted to provide access to the enclosure, a closure mechanism adapted to seal the sealable opening, a reversible compressor fluidly connected to the enclosure and an outlet flow modulator. A method of treatment of a subject in need thereof using the variable pressure chamber is also provided. | 09-04-2008 |
Joseph H. Underwood, Apalachin, NY US
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20080225943 | SINGLE PASS VARIABLE BIT RATE CONTROL STRATEGY AND ENCODER FOR PROCESSING A VIDEO FRAME OF A SEQUENCE OF VIDEO FRAMES - An encode control strategy is provided for variable bit rate encoding of a sequence of video frames in a single pass. The control strategy includes determining whether a video frame has a complexity level statistically outside a defined range from a complexity level of at least one preceding frame of the sequence of video frames, and if so, determining a new average bit rate target for the video frame. The new average bit rate for the video frame is determined employing at least one of spatial complexity and temporal complexity of the video frame. The new average bit rate target for the video frame is used to set frame level bit rate control parameter(s), and the video frame is encoded using the set frame level bit rate control parameter(s). | 09-18-2008 |
20090110081 | SINGLE PASS VARIABLE BIT RATE CONTROL STRATEGY AND ENCODER FOR PROCESSING A VIDEO FRAME OF A SEQUENCE OF VIDEO FRAMES - An encode control strategy is provided for variable bit rate encoding of a sequence of video frames in a single pass. The control strategy includes determining whether a video frame has a complexity level statistically outside a defined range from a complexity level of at least one preceding frame of the sequence of video frames, and if so, determining a new average bit rate target for the video frame. The new average bit rate for the video frame is determined employing at least one of spatial complexity and temporal complexity of the video frame. The new average bit rate target for the video frame is used to set frame level bit rate control parameter(s), and the video frame is encoded using the set frame level bit rate control parameter(s). | 04-30-2009 |
Joshua A. Underwood, Salem, OR US
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20110056107 | FIREARM RECEIVER WITH AMBIDEXTROUS FUNCTIONALITY - Embodiments of the present invention provide firearm receiver with ambidextrous features. Some of these features include a bolt-locking mechanism on a firearm receiver that is configured to allow an operator to clear jams while maintaining hold of a firing grip. The bolt-locking mechanism may include a linking mechanism configured to manipulate a bolt-catch device in response to activation of a magazine release button on a firearm receiver. Other features include an ambidextrous magazine release mechanism on a firearm receiver that is configured to allow an operator to release an inserted magazine while maintaining hold of a firing grip with either hand. The magazine release mechanism may include a linking mechanism configured to manipulate a magazine catch device in response to activation of either a right-handed magazine release button or a left-handed magazine release lever that pivots on an external fulcrum on a firearm receiver. | 03-10-2011 |
20130152442 | FIREARM RECEIVER WITH AMBIDEXTROUS FUNCTIONALITY - Embodiments of the present invention provide firearm receiver with ambidextrous features. Some of these features include a bolt-locking mechanism on a firearm receiver that is configured to allow an operator to clear jams while maintaining hold of a firing grip. The bolt-locking mechanism may include a linking mechanism configured to manipulate a bolt-catch device in response to activation of a magazine release button on a firearm receiver. Other features include an ambidextrous magazine release mechanism on a firearm receiver that is configured to allow an operator to release an inserted magazine while maintaining hold of a firing grip with either hand. The magazine release mechanism may include a linking mechanism configured to manipulate a magazine catch device in response to activation of either a right-handed magazine release button or a left-handed magazine release lever that pivots on an external fulcrum on a firearm receiver. | 06-20-2013 |
Keith D. Underwood, Albuquerque, NM US
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20110196950 | NETWORK CONTROLLER CIRCUITRY TO INITIATE, AT LEAST IN PART, ONE OR MORE CHECKPOINTS - An embodiment may include network controller circuitry to be included in a first host computer that includes a host processor to execute an operating system environment. The circuitry may initiate, at least in part, one or more checkpoints of, at least in part, one or more states associated with, at least in part, the operating system environment and network traffic between the first host computer and a second host computer. The circuitry also may coordinate, at least in part, respective execution, at least in part, of the one or more checkpoints with respective execution of one or more other respective checkpoints of the second host computer. Of course, many alternatives, variations, and modifications are possible without departing from this embodiment. | 08-11-2011 |
20120063459 | PACKET ROUTING - An embodiment may include circuitry to determine, at least in part, at least one first output to which to route at least one packet, based, at least in part upon, a first output determination and a second output determination. The first output determination may select at least one second output based at least in part upon at least one deterministic output selection algorithm. The second output determination may select at least one third output based at least in part upon at least one pseudo-random output selection algorithm. The at least one pseudo-random output selection algorithm may be based, at least in part, upon a counter value. Many modifications, variations, and alternatives are possible without departing from this embodiment. | 03-15-2012 |
20130246552 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MANAGING APPLICATION STATE IN A NETWORK INTERFACE CONTROLLER IN A HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING SYSTEM - Methods related to communication between and within nodes in a high performance computing system are presented. Processing time for message exchange between a processing unit and a network controller interface in a node is reduced. Resources required to manage application state in the network interface controller are minimized. In the network interface controller, multiple contexts are multiplexed into one physical Direct Memory Access engine. Virtual to physical address translation in the network interface controller is accelerated by using a plurality of independent caches, with each level of the page table hierarchy cached in an independent cache. A memory management scheme for data structures distributed between the processing unit and the network controller interface is provided. The state required to implement end-to-end reliability is reduced by limiting the transmit sequence number space to the currently in-flight messages. | 09-19-2013 |
Keith R. Underwood, Annapols, MD US
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20090290936 | Regenerative stormwater conveyance system and method - A regenerative stormwater conveyance (RSC) system for treating and dispersing stormwater runoff is disclosed which includes an upstream entry point where water enters the system and an entry pool downstream from the entry point that collects water from the entry point. The RSC system includes one or more shallow aquatic beds that receive water from the entry pool in a serial manner and each of which includes a filtration structure for filtering water from the aquatic bed. Riffle weir grade control structures are positioned between the aquatic beds and transition water overflowing from each upstream aquatic bed to a downstream aquatic bed. Accordingly, collected stormwater runoff traverses the series of aquatic beds and riffle weir grading structures and is treated and safely detained, thus, conveying stormwater to groundwater through infiltration. | 11-26-2009 |
Lance D. Underwood, Morrison, CO US
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20110214963 | LOCKING CLUTCH FOR DOWNHOLE MOTOR - A locking clutch to selectively transmit torque from a stator of a downhole tool to a rotor of the downhole tool includes at least one locking pawl disposed upon the rotor, wherein the at least one locking pawl comprises a load path, at least one pivot axis, and a mass center, wherein the at least one locking pawl is biased into an engaged position by a biasing mechanism, wherein the at least one locking pawl transmits force from the stator to the rotor along the load path when in the engaged position, and wherein centrifugal force urges the at least one locking pawl into a disengaged position when the rotor is rotated above a disengagement speed. | 09-08-2011 |
20110243774 | UNDERCUT STATOR FOR A POSITIVE DISPLACMENT MOTOR - A Moineau style stator includes a stator tube having a plurality of rigid helical lobes formed on an inner surface thereof. The helical lobes define a major internal tube diameter that is greater than a pass through diameter of the tube such that the major diameter undercuts the pass through diameter of the tube. A major liner diameter may also be less than the pass through diameter so as to provide a suitable interference fit between rotor and stator. | 10-06-2011 |
20120067643 | TWO-PHASE ISOLATION METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR CONTROLLED DRILLING - There is provided a system and method for having multiple movable isolation zones within a borehole, to provide for zones having predetermined properties, such as pressure, flow or optical properties. These movable isolation zones provide advantages in downhole activities, such as, laser cutting and laser drilling to advance a borehole. | 03-22-2012 |
20120068086 | SYSTEMS AND CONVEYANCE STRUCTURES FOR HIGH POWER LONG DISTANCE LASER TRANSMISSION - There is provided a mobile high power laser system and conveyance structure for delivering high power laser energy to and for performing high power laser operations in remote and difficult to access locations. There is further provide such systems with high power laser, handling equipment and conveyance equipment that are configured to avoid exceeding the maximum bending radius of high power optical fibers used with the conveyance structures. There are also provided embodiments of the conveyance structures having channels, lines and passages for delivering materials such as fluids. | 03-22-2012 |
20120217018 | LASER ASSISTED BLOWOUT PREVENTER AND METHODS OF USE - There is provided a high power laser assisted blowout preventer and methods of use. In particular, there are provided systems and assemblies for utilizing high power laser energy within a blowout preventer to cut tubulars that are present within the bore of the blowout prevent, reducing the risk that such tubulars will inhibit the ability of the blowout preventer to seal a well. | 08-30-2012 |
20120248078 | CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HIGH POWER LASER DRILLING WORKOVER AND COMPLETION UNIT - There is provided a control, monitoring, and control and monitoring system for controlling and monitoring a high power laser system for performing high power laser operations and, in particular, for performing high power laser operation on, and in, remote and difficult to access locations. | 10-04-2012 |
20120255774 | HIGH POWER LASER-MECHANICAL DRILLING BIT AND METHODS OF USE - There is provided a high power laser-mechanical bit for use with a laser drilling system and a method for advancing a borehole. The laser-mechanical bit has a beam path and mechanical removal devices that provide for the removal of laser-affected rock to advance a borehole. | 10-11-2012 |
20140116785 | Turbodrill Using a Balance Drum - A turbodrill using a balance drum. The turbodrill may include a housing having an upper end that is configured to be coupled to a drill string. The turbodrill may also include a rotatable shaft having a lower end configured to be coupled to a drill bit. The turbodrill may further include a balance drum assembly coupled to the shaft within the housing. In addition, the turbodrill may include a compliant mounting disposed between the balance drum assembly and the housing, where the compliant mounting is configured to allow displacement of the balance drum assembly within the housing. | 05-01-2014 |
20140170011 | Bearing/Gearing Section For A PDM Rotor/Stator - A moving or progressive cavity motor or pump is disclosed, the motor including a rotor and a stator, the stator having one or more inserts or gearing sections to limit a lateral movement of the rotor relative to the stator. In some embodiments, the motor or pump may include a rotor and a stator, the stator including: a first, helicoidal, section comprising a compliant material having a first compressibility; a second section, helicoidal, non-helicoidal, or combination thereof, having a second compressibility, wherein the second compressibility is less than the first compressibility. | 06-19-2014 |
20140262677 | LOCKING CLUTCH FOR DOWNHOLE MOTOR - A locking clutch to selectively transmit torque from a stator of a downhole tool to a rotor of the downhole tool includes at least one locking pawl disposed upon the rotor, wherein the at least one locking pawl comprises a load path, at least one pivot axis, and a mass center, wherein the at least one locking pawl is biased into an engaged position by a biasing mechanism, wherein the at least one locking pawl transmits force from the stator to the rotor along the load path when in the engaged position, and wherein centrifugal force urges the at least one locking pawl into a disengaged position when the rotor is rotated above a disengagement speed. | 09-18-2014 |
20140332275 | Positive Displacement Motor With Radially Constrained Rotor Catch - A moving cavity motor or pump, such as a mud motor, comprising: a rotor, a stator, and one or more apparatus for constraining (i.e., controlling or limiting) the movement of the rotor relative to the stator, where the apparatus for constraining is operable with the rotor catch. | 11-13-2014 |
Laura Underwood, Wooster, OH US
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20100108612 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REMOVING SMALL MOLECULE ORGANIC PHARMACEUTICALS FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS - A swellable sol-gel composition includes a plurality of interconnected organosilica nanoparticles. The swellable sol-gel composition is capable of removing a small molecule organic pharmaceutical having a log K | 05-06-2010 |
Lauren W. Underwood, Diamondhead, MS US
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20090297399 | Photocatalytic Fog Disseminating System for Purifying Air and Surfaces - A photocatalytic fog disseminating system is used to disperse and activate photocatalytic particles. The photocatalytic particles preferably are nanoscale particles of titanium oxide. An aqueous suspension of the photocatalytic particles is dispersed by the system as an aerosol, and a photon source is used to excite the dispersed particles in order to initiate photocatalytic redox reactions that degrade airborne or sedentary organic impurities that come into contact with the aerosol. | 12-03-2009 |
Lowell Underwood, Fayetteville, AR US
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20090035819 | CA125 gene and its use for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions - The CA125 gene has been cloned and multiple repeat sequences as well as the carboxy terminus have been identified. The CA125 molecule comprises three major domains: an extracellular amino terminal domain (Domain 1); a large multiple repeat domain (Domain 2); and a carboxy terminal domain (Domain 3) which includes a transmembrane anchor with a short cytoplasmic domain. The amino terminal domain is assembled by combining five genomic exons, four very short amino terminal sequences and one extraordinarily large exon. This domain is dominated by its capacity for O-glycosylation and its resultant richness in serine and threonine residues. Additionally, an amino terminal extension is present, which comprises four genomic exons. The amino acid composition of the amino terminal extension was found to be consistent with the amino acid composition of the amino terminal domain. The molecular structure is dominated by a repeat domain comprising 156 amino acid repeat units, which encompass the epitope binding sites. More than 60 repeat units have been identified, sequenced, and contiguously placed in the CA125 domain structure. The repeat units encompass an interactive disulfide bridged C-enclosure and the site of OC125 and M11 binding. The repeat sequences demonstrated 70-85% homology to each other. Expression of the repeats was demonstrated in | 02-05-2009 |
20100331536 | CA125 gene and its use for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions - The CA125 gene has been cloned and multiple repeat sequences as well as the carboxy terminus have been identified. The CA125 molecule comprises three major domains: an extracellular amino terminal domain (Domain 1); a large multiple repeat domain (Domain 2); and a carboxy terminal domain (Domain 3) which includes a transmembrane anchor with a short cytoplasmic domain. The amino terminal domain is dominated by its capacity for O-glycosylation and its resultant richness in serine and threonine residues. An amino terminal extension is presented, which comprises four genomic exons. The molecular structure is dominated by a repeat domain comprising 156 amino acid repeat units, which encompass the epitope binding sites. More than 60 repeat units have been identified, sequenced, and contiguously placed in the CA125 domain structure. More specifically, this invention is directed to a CA125 cDNA sequence which can be introduced into animal or human cells to achieve transcription or expression of the cDNA. | 12-30-2010 |
Lowell J. Underwood, Little Rock, AR US
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20090142328 | Uses of antileukoprotease in carcinoma - The present invention provides a method of detecting/monitoring tumor growth and progression in a tissue by measuring the level of antileukoprotease. Also provided is a method of treating an individual having a tumor by administering antileukoprotease to inhibit the activity of stratum corneum chymotryptic enzyme. Specifically, the tumor is an ovarian carcinoma. | 06-04-2009 |
20100119513 | Transmembrane serine protease overexpressed in ovarian carcinoma and uses thereof - The present invention provides a TADG-12 protein and a DNA fragment encoding such protein. Also provided is a vector/host cell capable of expressing the DNA. The present invention further provides various methods of early detection of associated ovarian and other malignancies, and of interactive therapies for cancer treatment by utilizing the DNA and/or protein disclosed herein. | 05-13-2010 |
20100120030 | Extracellular serine protease - The present invention provides a DNA encoding a TADG-14 protein selected from the group consisting of: (a) isolated DNA which encodes a TADG-14 protein; (b) isolated DNA which hybridizes to isolated DNA of (a) above and which encodes a TADG-14 protein; and (c) isolated DNA differing from the isolated DNAs of (a) and (b) above in codon sequence due to the degeneracy of the genetic code, and which encodes a TADG-14 protein. Also provided is a vector capable of expressing the DNA of the present invention adapted for expression in a recombinant cell and regulatory elements necessary for expression of the DNA in the cell. | 05-13-2010 |
20100291124 | Extracellular serine protease - The present invention provides a DNA encoding a novel extracellular serine protease termed Tumor Antigen Derived Gene-14 (TADG-14) which is overexpressed in ovarian, breast and colon carcinoma samples. Also provided are vector and host cells capable of expressing the DNA of the present invention, as well as the uses of the DNA and protein of the present invention. Also provided is a TADG-14 protein variant that has a potential role for detecting and targeting of ovarian carcinomas. | 11-18-2010 |
20120264123 | Extracellular Serine Protease - The present invention provides a DNA encoding a novel extracellular serine protease termed Tumor Antigen Derived Gene-14 (TADG-14) which is overexpressed in ovarian, breast and colon carcinoma samples. Also provided are vector and host cells capable of expressing the DNA of the present invention, as well as the uses of the DNA and protein of the present invention. Also provided is a TADG-14 protein variant that has a potential role for detecting and targeting of ovarian carcinomas. | 10-18-2012 |
Lyle Underwood, Chili, MN US
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20090139582 | INFLATION VALVE ASSEMBLY - An inflation valve assembly comprises a longitudinally extending conduit, a cap, a normally closed elastic double-duckbill valve, and a hollow nozzle insert. The longitudinally extending conduit has a first longitudinal end and a second longitudinal end. The cap is configured and arranged for removable attachment to the first longitudinal end of the conduit. The normally closed elastic double-duckbill valve sealingly engages within the conduit with intersecting radially elongated slits extending longitudinally there through. The hollow nozzle insert is configured and arranged for longitudinal insertion into the conduit through the first longitudinal end for separating both slits and opening the double-duckbill valve so long as the nozzle insert remains inserted within the conduit. | 06-04-2009 |
Mark Underwood, New York, NY US
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20100205551 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A WEB SITE WITH DYNAMIC CONTENT DATA FROM AN EXTERNAL DATA SOURCE INTEGRATED THEREIN - A technique for generating a web site in accordance with received data entry by: determining at least one characteristic of at least one web site dimension of the web site based on the data entry; generating a multi-dimensional description of the web site based on the determined characteristics; retrieving web site data according to the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site; and generating the web site based upon the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site and the retrieved web site data. The web site data includes dynamic content data from an external data source, and the data entry may include a designation of such an external data source. | 08-12-2010 |
20100306644 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A WEB SITE USING A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WEBSITE - A technique for generating a web site in accordance with received data entry by: determining at least one characteristic of at least one web site dimension of the web site based on the data entry; generating a multi-dimensional description of the web site based on the determined characteristics; retrieving web site data according to the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site; and generating the web site based upon the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site and the retrieved web site data. | 12-02-2010 |
20140181206 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A WEB SITE USING A MULTI-DIMENSIONAL DESCRIPTION OF THE WEB SITE - A technique for generating a web site in accordance with received data entry by: determining at least one characteristic of at least one web site dimension of the web site based on the data entry; generating a multi-dimensional description of the web site based on the determined characteristics; retrieving web site data according to the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site; and generating the web site based upon the generated multi-dimensional description of the web site and the retrieved web site data. | 06-26-2014 |
20140344110 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR GENERATING A LINK TO A PRESENTED WEB PAGE - A technique for generating links to a web page by: presenting a web page; defining one or more other web pages to include a link to the presented web page; and placing a link on at least one of the other web pages linking to the presented web page. A prompt for an acceptance of the link may be presented to the other web pages whereby a link is not added until the corresponding acceptance of the link is received. | 11-20-2014 |
Mark Stephen Underwood, Lexington, KY US
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20090122350 | Radio Frequency Identification Printing Device - This disclosure relates to a system, apparatus and method for incorporating radio frequency identification (RFID) technology into a printing device that may provide an assortment of functional performance capabilities. This may include the ability to scan media information such as text and/or images along with RFID identifier information and process, copy and/or forward such text media and/or identifier information to a remote location. | 05-14-2009 |
20090274504 | Modular RFID Imaging Device Option - A device, method, system and article for controlling an image forming device including removable RFID functionality. A print job may be received and a determination may be made as to whether the print job includes RFID data. The RFID data may be sent to a removable RFID module when RFID data is included in the print job. Media may then be provided to a first paper path defined in the removable RFID module when RFID data is included in the print job and provided to a second paper path defined in the image forming device. An image may then be formed on the media. | 11-05-2009 |
20100066511 | Multi-Frequency RFID Image Forming Techniques - Techniques that enable printing of multi-frequency RFID label schemes are provided. This may include a device for enabling printing of multi-frequency RFID label schemes, a method for printing multi-frequency RFID label schemes, as well as an article having one or more storage mediums having instructions that when executed by one or more processors result in a process for printing a multi-frequency RFID label scheme. | 03-18-2010 |
20110260834 | Tracking the Usage of Wear Components by an Embedded RFID System - An imaging apparatus having RFID tags associated with wearable components of a system to track the usage and wear levels of the wearable components. The RFID tags can be antennas formed from conductive material impregnated in the wear components such that the RFID tags are worn with the wearing of the wear components. The RFID tags may also be RFID chip tags having memory for storing information, a portion of which is updated in real time. The presence or absence of the impregnated antenna RFID tags or the updated information stored in the chip tags may be used to track usage and wear level of the wear components. | 10-27-2011 |
Mark Y. Underwood, Madison, WI US
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20080287350 | Aequorin-Containing Compositions and Methods of Using Same - Compositions containing aequorin and methods for their use in preventing and/or alleviating symptoms and disorders related to calcium imbalance are provided by the present invention. | 11-20-2008 |
20100152117 | Aequorin-Containing Compositions and Methods of Using Same - Compositions containing aequorin and methods for their use in preventing and/or alleviating symptoms and disorders related to calcium imbalance are provided by the present invention. | 06-17-2010 |
20110124562 | APOAEQUORIN-CONTAINING COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USING SAME - Compositions containing apoaequorin and methods for their use in treating symptoms and disorders related to calcium imbalances associated with, for example, sleep quality, energy quality, mood quality, memory quality or pain are provided by the present invention. | 05-26-2011 |
20110130336 | METHOD OF TREATING ISCHEMIC INJURY USING APOAEQUORIN - Compositions containing apoaequorin and methods for their use in treating ischemic injury, particularly reduction in neuronal cell death following ischemic insult, are provided by the present invention. | 06-02-2011 |
20140294874 | APOAEQUORIN FOR REDUCING NEURONAL INJURY DUE TO ISCHEMIA - The present invention provides apoaequorin-based compositions and methods for preconditioning neurons in a subject to reduce neuronal injury due to brain ischemia. Methods include the step of administering apoaequorin to neurons in a subject, wherein the apoaequorin initiates a change in cytokine expression levels resulting in a reduction of neuronal injury due to brain ischemia as compared to neurons not administered the apoaequorin. Various formulations, including injectable dosages, are described. | 10-02-2014 |
Michael C. Underwood, Owasso, OK US
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20090243398 | Systems and Methods for Reducing Distortion in a Power Source Using an Active Harmonics Filter - Systems and methods for reducing harmonic distortion in a power system resulting from non-linear loading on the power system. The power at an interface with a power source is measured, and then distortion in the waveforms of the supplied power is identified. Cancellation signals which cancel all or part of the distortion are then generated and injected at the interface. In one embodiment, the power is sampled to determine the waveform, and then a Fast Fourier Transform is performed on the waveform to convert it to the frequency domain. Harmonics of the fundamental frequency can then be identified, and conjugates of the harmonics generated. An inverse Fast Fourier Transform is performed on the conjugates to generate a signal which is amplified to produce the cancellation signal. | 10-01-2009 |
20140139349 | Systems and Methods for Detecting and Communicating Failure of Integral Surge Suppression in Drive Systems for Downhole Equipment - Systems and methods for providing notifications to monitoring systems that are remotely located from a well upon failure of a surge suppressor in a drive system for equipment used in the operation of the well. In one embodiment, an ESP system is installed in a well. A VSD having a surge suppressor is coupled between a power source and the ESP system. The surge suppressor is monitored to detect a failure of its surge suppression capabilities. In response to detecting a failure, a notification is provided to a monitoring system that is located remotely from the well. The notifications may be provided via phone call, email, text message or other means. The surge suppressor may also provide a local indication of the failure. The VSD may be configured to continue operation despite the failure of the surge suppression capability. | 05-22-2014 |
Nicholas R. Underwood, Louisville, KY US
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20120167535 | SELF SUPPORTED PLEATED PANEL FILTER WITH FRAYED MEDIA EDGES - A panel filter is provided such as for HVAC applications in which one of the cut edges is frayed and attached with adhesive to the inner peripheral surface of a paper board frame. The frayed edges may facilitate better gluing of pleated filter medium to the frame especially for self-supported filter media applications and may increase structural rigidity and sealibility as a whole. Frayed edges also provide flexibility to assist in installation of a card of pleated filter medium into a paper board frame. | 07-05-2012 |
Patricia Underwood, New Market, MD US
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20100040692 | TWO PHASE BIOACTIVE FORMULATIONS - The present invention relates to two-phase systems of a bioactive ingredient in particle form that has limited or no solubility in a liquid medium, which provides stability to the active ingredient that is similar to the active ingredient when in the solid state. The active ingredient may be capable of therapeutically treating for the presence of a cholinesterase inhibitor. | 02-18-2010 |
Patrick K. Underwood, Spokane Valley, WA US
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20100319898 | THERMAL INTERCONNECT AND INTEGRATED INTERFACE SYSTEMS, METHODS OF PRODUCTION AND USES THEREOF - Heat spreader assemblies are disclosed that include a heat spreader component, at least one coupling layer, and at least one thermally conductive layer, wherein the heat spreader component is coupled to the at least one thermally conductive layer through the at least one coupling layer. In some instances, heat spreader assemblies include an aluminum-based heat spreader component, at least one coupling layer, wherein the coupling layer comprises zinc, a zinc-based material, tin, a tin-based material or a combination thereof, and at least one thermally conductive layer comprising nickel, wherein the heat spreader component is coupled to the at least one thermally conductive layer through the at least one coupling layer. Methods of forming heat spreader assemblies are also disclosed that include providing a heat spreader component, wherein the heat spreader component comprises a top surface, a bottom surface and at least one heat spreader material; providing at least one coupling material, wherein the coupling material is directly deposited onto the bottom surface of the heat spreader component; and depositing, applying or coating at least one thermally conductive coating, film or layer on at least part of the bottom surface of the heat spreader component. In several embodiments, heat spreader component comprises a native oxide layer, an oxide barrier layer or a combination thereof that is removed before application of the at least one coupling material. | 12-23-2010 |
Patrick K. Underwood, Spokane, WA US
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20080296756 | HEAT SPREADER COMPOSITIONS AND MATERIALS, INTEGRATED CIRCUITRY, METHODS OF PRODUCTION AND USES THEREOF - Near net shape heat spreader components are disclosed that comprise at least one pressure-treated powder material. Heat spreaders are also described that include at least one near net shape heat spreader component, and at least one additional part. Methods of forming heat spreaders are also described that include: a) forming a base portion comprising a pressure-treated powder material and having a first surface comprising a perimeter region surrounding a heat-receiving surface; b) forming a frame portion comprising a second material; and c) joining the base portion and the frame portion. | 12-04-2008 |
Philip Andrew Underwood, Hope Mills, NC US
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20120024812 | WATER BOTTLE WITH MULTIPLE DRINK DOSAGE DEVICE - The present invention discloses a water bottle with a self dosage compartment for adding drink mix and the like to water in the bottle consisting of a bottom compartment with a circular rotatable lid, a dose is kept in the compartment till user is ready to mix with water. | 02-02-2012 |
Richard Paul Underwood, Allentown, PA US
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20110275866 | Feed Gas Contaminant Removal in Ion Transport Membrane Systems - An oxygen ion transport membrane process wherein a heated oxygen-containing gas having one or more contaminants is contacted with a reactive solid material to remove the one or more contaminants. The reactive solid material is provided as a deposit on a support. The one or more contaminant compounds in the heated oxygen-containing gas react with the reactive solid material. The contaminant-depleted oxygen-containing gas is contacted with a membrane, and oxygen is transported through the membrane to provide transported oxygen. | 11-10-2011 |
20140138921 | Seal Between Metal And Ceramic Conduits - A seal between a ceramic conduit and a metal conduit of an ion transport membrane device consisting of a sealing surface of ceramic conduit, a sealing surface of ceramic conduit, a single gasket body, and a single compliant interlayer. | 05-22-2014 |
20140327241 | Ion Transport Membrane Assembly with Multi-Layer Seal - An ion transport membrane assembly comprising a pressure vessel, a plurality of planar ion transport membrane modules having ceramic conduits, one or more gas manifolds having metal conduits, and multi-layer seals connecting the ceramic conduits to the metal conduits. The multi-layer seals comprise two or more compliant gasket layers and one or more shear gasket layers. | 11-06-2014 |
Rock Underwood, Chapin, SC US
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20110146557 | LOW PROFILE TETHERING DEVICE FOR SECURING A BOAT - A tethering device for a boat may be mounted to a dock so that the top surface of the tethering device is flush with the top of the dock. Inside the housing is a retraction reel storing a sufficient length of line to provide tethering of the boat to the dock while retracting excess line back for out-of-sight storage but leaving the pre-selected length of line extending from the tethering device. The housing also has a line locking mechanism to hold the line at the pre-selected length so as to prevent the boat from drifting away taking line with it. | 06-23-2011 |
Ronald L. Underwood, Raleigh, NC US
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20110128087 | Tuning A Programmable Power Line Filter - Tuning a programmable power line filter, the power line filter including a live line, a neutral line, and a ground line connected to input terminals of the filter on an input side of the filter, the live line and the neutral line connected through inductors in the filter to output terminals on an output side of the filter, X-capacitors selectably connected through tuning switches between the live line and the neutral line, Y-capacitors selectably connected through tuning switches between the live line and ground and/or between the neutral line and ground, and a tuning control circuit connected to the tuning switches and selectably connected through one or more programming switches to the load, including measuring by the tuning control circuit the input impedance of the load and programming by the tuning control circuit the tuning switches in dependence upon the input impedance of the load. | 06-02-2011 |
Rose M. Underwood, Washington, DC US
Sara Underwood, West Lafayette, IN US
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20110314915 | DAMAGE DETECTION USING LASER VIBROMETRY - Methods and apparatus for exciting a structure and determining its structural integrity. In particular, methods of nonlinear analysis are used to compare first and second response datasets, each dataset resulting from a different excitation amplitude that the other dataset. | 12-29-2011 |
Sara Underwood, Snohomish, WA US
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20100008917 | TREATMENT OF APLASTIC ANEMIA - Methods of treating aplastic anemia in a patient and of increasing blood cell production in a patient having aplastic anemia are disclosed. The methods comprise administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of an IL-27 antagonist in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle. IL-27 antagonists include soluble IL-27RA proteins and antagonists that comprise an antigen-binding site of an antibody. | 01-14-2010 |
20100092465 | TREATMENT OF GRAFT-VERSUS-HOST DISEASE - Methods for treating graft-versus-host disease, methods for reducing symptoms of graft-versus-host disease, and methods of reducing the severity of graft-versus-host disease in a patient are disclosed. The methods comprise administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of an IL-27 antagonist in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle. IL-27 antagonists include soluble IL-27RA proteins and antagonists that comprise an antigen-binding site of an antibody. | 04-15-2010 |
Sean Christopher Underwood, Wichita, KS US
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20110151184 | APPARATUS FOR INSULATING EXPOSED FASTENERS - A removable fastener insulating device comprising a heat resistant cover configured for insulating a fastener. The heat resistant cover may comprise a first portion with a hole formed therein for the fastener to be inserted through and a second portion with a cavity formed therein. The cavity may be lined with an insulating portion made of material resistant to heat transfer. In use, a portion of the fastener may be inserted into the hole of the heat resistant cover and the second portion may be actuated into the closed position. In the closed position, an end portion of the fastener may reside within the cavity between the first portion and the second portion. The heat resistant cover may also comprise attachment elements for holding the second portion in the closed position against the first portion. | 06-23-2011 |
Steve D. Underwood, Somerville, AL US
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20100206053 | APPARATUS FOR LEAK TESTING PRESSURIZED HOSES - A hose-attaching apparatus for leak-testing a pressurized hose may include a hose-attaching member. A bore may extend through the hose-attaching member. An internal annular cavity may extend coaxially around the bore. At least one of a detector probe hole and a detector probe may be connected to the internal annular cavity. At least a portion of the bore may have a diameter which is at least one of substantially equal to and less than a diameter of a hose to be leak-tested. | 08-19-2010 |
Stuart Underwood, Roanoke, VA US
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20120138290 | METHODS TO STIMULATE BIOGENIC METHANE PRODUCTION FROM HYDROCARBON-BEARING FORMATIONS - The present invention describes methods of stimulating the biogenic production of methane in hydrocarbon-bearing formations. The present application provides various stimulants which, when contacted with a hydrocarbon deposit in situ or ex situ, induce or enhance coalbed methane production. | 06-07-2012 |
Stuart A. Underwood, Roanoke, VA US
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20120064609 | SOLUBILIZATION OF COAL OR LIGNOCELLULOSE BIOMASS - The present methods deal with the solubilization of coal and lignocellulose biomass using pyrophosphates, polyphosphates, or derivatives thereof. | 03-15-2012 |
Terry L. Underwood, Seymour, IN US
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20090267008 | SOLENOID ACTUATED FLOW CONTROL VALVE INCLUDING STATOR CORE PLATED WITH NON-FERROUS MATERIAL - An electromagnetic valve includes an extra-high pressure injection system control valve having soft metal powder particles in a magnetic stator core. Electroless nickel plating is applied to the stator core to provide an intermediate surface to absorb grinding wheel stress as a working face is exposed during manufacturing, as well as an external compression layer or casing to hold or encapsulate the powder particles in place and together during assembly and use. | 10-29-2009 |
Toni J. Underwood, Sanibel Island, FL US
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20120090511 | TABLE AND STORAGE SYSTEM FOR COOLERS - A table and storage system ( | 04-19-2012 |
Travis Underwood, North Vernon, IN US
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20110031045 | TRACKED MOBILITY DEVICE - A tracked mobility device includes: a) a pair of independent, self-supported track drives defining a planar ground contact area; b) a multi-directional wheel having a raised position above the plane of the ground contact area, and a lowered position below the plane of the ground contact area; and c) an actuator for moving the multi-directional wheel to either its raised or its lowered position. When the actuator lowers the multi-directional wheel, part of the planar ground contact area is raised from the ground without raising all of the planar ground contact area from the ground. Each track drive functions independently so that bumps along one track may be traversed without tilting the entire vehicle. Each track drive may be attached to the vehicle body with flexible mounts that allow each track drive to independently tilt upward or downward as the device moves on its tracks. | 02-10-2011 |
20130153308 | TRACKED MOBILITY DEVICE - A tracked mobility device includes: a) a frame supporting a seat; b) a pair of track drives connected to the frame, with each track drive including a powered center drive wheel, a front roller, a rear roller, and a flexible track, with the center drive wheel having a diameter that is at least 50% greater than the diameter of either the front roller or the rear roller, and c) a rear wheel assembly connected to the frame, with the rear wheel assembly having three wheels sharing a common axle, with the diameter of the center rear wheel being at least 10% larger than the diameter of the two outer rear wheels; d) a source of power to power said center drive wheels; and e) a controller effective for controlling the speed and direction of rotation of each of the track drives. | 06-20-2013 |
20140034400 | TRACKED MOBILITY DEVICE - A tracked mobility device includes a frame, a pair of track drives connected to the frame, and a rear wheel assembly that is independent of the track drives. Each track drive has a flexible track rotating around a set of wheels, with each set of wheels including a rear powered wheel, a central weight-bearing wheel, and a front roller wheel. The wheels are fixed to the frame at a height effective to cause the track drive always to have a “V”-shaped lower surface when viewed from the side. The independent rear wheel is at a fixed and constant height with respect to the frame, with the fixed and constant height being effective to allow the rear wheel to cooperate with the lowered central portion of each of said track drives to provide a three-point contact with a flat surface. | 02-06-2014 |
Warren W. Underwood, Sanibel Island, FL US
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20120090511 | TABLE AND STORAGE SYSTEM FOR COOLERS - A table and storage system ( | 04-19-2012 |