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20090070261 | SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING AN INDIVIDUAL AND MANAGING AN ACCOUNT - The present invention provides a method for managing an account for an unidentified individual by communicating with the unidentified individual who is using a device to communicate which transmits an identifier associated with the origin of the communication, obtaining from the unidentified individual a group of characters associated with the unidentified individual's personal information, comparing the group of characters to a database including a plurality of personal information associated with a plurality of individuals, identifying from the plurality of individuals one individual whose plurality of personal information includes the group of characters associated with the unidentified individual, and managing an account for the identified individual in an account database. | 03-12-2009 |
20090319383 | SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING AN INDIVIDUAL AND MANAGING AN ACCOUNT - The present invention provides a method for managing an account for an unidentified individual by communicating with the unidentified individual who is using a device to communicate which transmits an identifier associated with the origin of the communication, obtaining from the unidentified individual a group of characters associated with the unidentified individual's personal information, comparing the group of characters to a database including a plurality of personal information associated with a plurality of individuals, identifying from the plurality of individuals one individual whose plurality of personal information includes the group of characters associated with the unidentified individual, and managing an account for the identified individual in an account database. | 12-24-2009 |
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20100317804 | NOVEL LDPE ENABLING HIGH OUTPUT AND GOOD OPTICS WHEN BLENDED WITH OTHER POLYMERS - An ethylene-based polymer characterized as having a density from about 0.9 to about 0.94 grams per cubic centimeter, a molecular weight distribution (M | 12-16-2010 |
20130089278 | Extended Hem Fold Drawstring Bag - The present invention is directed to a thermoplastic bag comprised of a front panel and a back panel. The front panel and back panel are generally joined along a first side edge, a second side edge, and a bottom edge of the respective front panel and back panel. The front panel has a distal edge with the distal edge folded over the front panel to provide a hem and an overlap area immediately below the first hem. The overlap area comprises at least two layers of polymeric film which are sealed together. | 04-11-2013 |
20130096231 | MASTERBATCH COMPOSITION - The instant invention provides a masterbatch composition, method of producing the same, polymeric compositions suitable for films, and films made therefrom. The masterbatch composition according to the present invention comprises: (a) from 70 to 90 percent by weight of a filler comprising calcium carbonate; and (b) from 10 to 30 percent by weight of a propylene/alpha-olefin copolymer composition, wherein said propylene/alpha-olefin copolymer composition has a crystallinity in the range of from 1 percent by weight to 30 percent by weight, a heat of fusion in the range of from 2 Joules/gram to 50 Joules/gram, and a DSC melting point in the range of 25° C. to 110° C. | 04-18-2013 |
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20130248646 | Product Containers with Rolled Goods - The present invention relates to a product container for rolls of product, particularly coreless rolls of trash bags. It may comprise a top panel, a bottom panel, a flexible outer wrap and multiple rolls of product. The top panel and the bottom panel may cover each or both ends of the rolls of product while the flexible outer wrap is placed securely around the top panel, the bottom panel, and the rolls of product. | 09-26-2013 |
20140254958 | Cold-Stretched Drawstring Trash Bag - The present invention is directed to a drawstring bag comprised from a first panel and a second panel. The first panel and the second panel are joined along a first side, a bottom, and a second side. The first panel and the second panel thereby define an upper opening of the bag. The drawstring bag may further comprise a first hem located along the upper opening of the bag in the first panel and a first drawstring may be disposed within the first hem. The first drawstring may be manufactured from a drawtape film subjected to a cold-stretch process. | 09-11-2014 |
20150028148 | Product Containers with Rolled Goods - The present invention relates to a product container for rolls of product, particularly coreless rolls of trash bags. It may comprise a top panel, a bottom panel, a flexible outer wrap and multiple rolls of product. The top panel and the bottom panel may cover each or both ends of the rolls of product while the flexible outer wrap is placed securely around the top panel, the bottom panel, and the rolls of product. A leader may be attached to an innermost unit of the roll of product to facilitate removal of the innermost unit. To enable pulling and separating adjacent individual units from the product container, a partial separation may be defined between adjacent individual units. | 01-29-2015 |
20150118424 | Thermoplastic Films with Enhanced Resistance to Puncture and Tear - The present invention relates to a thermoplastic film having improved tear and puncture resistance. The thermoplastic has a plurality of embossed regions that are comprised of a plurality of parallel, linear embosses. The plurality of embossed regions is arranged so that a straight line cannot traverse the thermoplastic film without intersecting at least one of the plurality of embossed regions. | 04-30-2015 |
20150191599 | THERMOPLASTIC FILMS AND BAGS - The present invention relates to a thermoplastic film having improved tear and puncture resistance. The thermoplastic film has a plurality of embossed regions that are comprised of a plurality of parallel, linear embosses. The plurality of embossed regions is arranged so that a straight line cannot traverse the thermoplastic film without intersecting at least one of the plurality of embossed regions. Certain embodiments further disclose an unembossed arrangement having at least three distinct segments that extend in three distinct directions. | 07-09-2015 |
20150259104 | Process for Forming a Cold-Stretched Drawstring Trash Bag - The present invention is directed to a drawstring bag comprised from a first panel and a second panel. The first panel and the second panel are joined along a first side, a bottom, and a second side. The first panel and the second panel thereby define an upper opening of the bag. The drawstring bag may further comprise a first hem located along the upper opening of the bag in the first panel and a first drawstring may be disposed within the first hem. The first drawstring may be manufactured from a drawtape film subjected to a cold-stretch process. | 09-17-2015 |
20160031610 | Extended Hem Fold Drawstring Bag - The present invention is directed to a thermoplastic bag comprised of a front panel and a back panel. The front panel and back panel are generally joined along a first side edge, a second side edge, and a bottom edge of the respective front panel and back panel. The front panel has a distal edge with the distal edge folded over the front panel to provide a hem and an overlap area immediately below the first hem. The overlap area comprises at least two layers of polymeric film which are sealed together. | 02-04-2016 |
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20110189102 | COATED QUANTUM DOTS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THEREOF - The present disclosure provides embodiments of a new class of hydroxylated quantum dots. The quantum dots have a hydroxylated coat disposed thereon, and which serves to minimize non-specific cellular binding and to maintain the small size of quantum dot probes. Embodiments of the coated quantum dots of the disclosure are just slightly larger than the diameter of uncoated quantum dots, and are bright with high quantum yields. They are also very stable under both basic and acidic conditions. Embodiments of the hydroxylated quantum dots result in significant reductions in non-specific binding relative to that of carboxylated dots, and to protein and PEG-coated dots. Embodiments of the disclosure are advantageous in a range of biological applications where non-specific binding is a major problem, such as in multiplexed biomarker staining in cells and tissues, detection of biomarkers in body fluid samples (blood, urine, etc.), as well as live cell imaging. | 08-04-2011 |
20110260111 | QUANTUM DOTS, METHODS OF MAKING QUANTUM DOTS, AND METHODS OF USING QUANTUM DOTS - Embodiments of the present disclosure provide: methods of making a quantum dot, quantum dots, and the like. | 10-27-2011 |
20130337471 | CELL IDENTIFICATION WITH NANOPARTICLES, COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS RELATED THERETO - The present disclosure provides a method for identifying rare or low-abundant biological entities such as Hodgkin's and Reed-Sternberg cells, circulating tumor cells in peripheral blood, circulating fetal cells, stem cells, somatic cells, HIV-infected T cells, bacteria or viruses in water, adenoviruses, enteroviruses, hepatitis A and E, dengue, Swine Flu, bovine diarrhea, and protozpa/helminthes. The method uses a suite of nanoparticle-conjugated agents to mark biological targets of interest for subsequent fluorescence imaging. In certain embodiments, the nanoparticle-conjugated agents are fluorescent semiconductor nanocrystals conjugated with antibodies with affinity for CD15, CD30, CD45, and Pax5. In certain embodiments, a method is developed to differentiate Hodgkin's and Reed-Sternberg (HRS) cells from amongst surrounding immune cells such as T and B lymphocytes with greater specificity and precision than traditional immunohistochemistry (IHC) for the diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma. | 12-19-2013 |
20140024047 | COATED QUANTUM DOTS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THEREOF - The present disclosure provides embodiments of a new class of hydroxylated quantum dots. The quantum dots have a hydroxylated coat disposed thereon, and which serves to minimize non-specific cellular binding and to maintain the small size of quantum dot probes. Embodiments of the coated quantum dots of the disclosure are just slightly larger than the diameter of uncoated quantum dots, and are bright with high quantum yields. They are also very stable under both basic and acidic conditions. Embodiments of the hydroxylated quantum dots result in significant reductions in non-specific binding relative to that of carboxylated dots, and to protein and PEG-coated dots. Embodiments of the disclosure are advantageous in a range of biological applications where non-specific binding is a major problem, such as in multiplexed biomarker staining in cells and tissues, detection of biomarkers in body fluid samples (blood, urine, etc.), as well as live cell imaging. | 01-23-2014 |
20140329716 | DEVICES HAVING A CALIBRATION CONTROL REGION, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMMUNOHISTOCHEMICAL ANALYSES - The disclosure relates to devices, systems and methods that address the variability in immunohistochemistry (IHC) tests that can lead to inaccurate diagnosis or misdiagnosis while maintaining important structural information within the specimen. The devices may include a control region having a control unit including a plurality of substantially homogenous samples and a biological sample region. | 11-06-2014 |
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20130235487 | ANALOG TUNNELING CURRENT SENSORS FOR USE WITH DISK DRIVE STORAGE DEVICES - Amplifier architectures are provided for current sensing applications. An amplifier includes a load device, an operational amplifier, a current source, and a bipolar transistor. The operational amplifier has a first input terminal connected to a first input node that receives an input current, and a second input terminal connected to a second input node that receives a reference voltage. The current source is connected to an output of the operational amplifier. The operational amplifier, the current source, and the bipolar transistor form a feedback loop that generates and maintains a bias voltage on the first input node based on the reference voltage applied to the second input node. The bipolar transistor amplifies the input current received on the first input node, and generates an amplified input current. The load device converts the amplified input current to an output voltage, wherein the output voltage is used to sense the input current. | 09-12-2013 |
20140240870 | ANALOG TUNNELING CURRENT SENSORS FOR USE WITH DISK DRIVE STORAGE DEVICES - Amplifier architectures are provided for current sensing applications. An amplifier includes a load device, an operational amplifier, a current source, and a bipolar transistor. The operational amplifier has a first input terminal connected to a first input node that receives an input current, and a second input terminal connected to a second input node that receives a reference voltage. The current source is connected to an output of the operational amplifier. The operational amplifier, the current source, and the bipolar transistor form a feedback loop that generates and maintains a bias voltage on the first input node based on the reference voltage applied to the second input node. The bipolar transistor amplifies the input current received on the first input node, and generates an amplified input current. The load device converts the amplified input current to an output voltage, wherein the output voltage is used to sense the input current. | 08-28-2014 |
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20150135305 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DYNAMICALLY AND AUTOMATICALLY MANAGING RESOURCE ACCESS PERMISSIONS - Employment role data, trust data, and special permissions data, associated with a party is automatically obtained and/or monitored. The employment role data associated with the party, the trust data associated with the party, and the special permissions data associated with the party, is then analyzed to determine a set of allowed access permissions data to be associated with the party, the set of allowed access permissions data providing the party access to one or more resources. It is then either recommended that the set of allowed access permissions data be provided to the party, or the set of allowed access permissions data is automatically provided to the party. | 05-14-2015 |
20150319177 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING REFERENCE ARCHITECTURE PATTERN-BASED PERMISSIONS MANAGEMENT - Reference architecture pattern role data representing reference architecture pattern roles to be associated with entities taking part in the development, and/or deployment, and/or operation of an application is generated. Reference architecture pattern tier data representing reference architecture pattern tiers used to create, and/or deploy, and/or operate an application using the reference architecture pattern is generated. For each reference architecture pattern role at least one access and/or operational permission is associated with each reference architecture pattern tier. At least one entity is assigned one of the reference architecture pattern roles and for each reference architecture pattern tier, the at least one entity is automatically provided the at least one access and/or operational permission associated with the reference architecture pattern role assigned to the entity. | 11-05-2015 |
20150341357 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ACCESS CONTROL MANAGEMENT USING REPUTATION SCORES - Security reputation data associated with a party is obtained and/or monitored. The security reputation data associated with the party is then analyzed to assign a security reputation score to the party. The security reputation score assigned to the party is then used to determine access permissions to be provided to the party. It is then either recommended that the determined access permissions be provided to the party, or the determined access permissions are automatically provided to the party. | 11-26-2015 |
20150347773 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPLEMENTING DATA SECURITY POLICIES USING DATABASE CLASSIFICATION - Access to a database is obtained, the database containing data that is potentially of one or more data types and/or data security classifications. The data in the database is scanned to determine the types and/or data security classifications of the data in the database. Then based, at least in part, on the determined types and/or data security classifications of the data in the database a database security classification is associated with the entire database and used to select one or more security measures to be applied to the entire database, at the database level, in accordance with defined data security policies. | 12-03-2015 |
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20130177373 | LOG LOADER - Embodiments described herein provide methods, apparatuses, and systems for moving, loading, and/or sorting logs. A log grapple may include opposing arm assemblies and independently positionable drive wheels disposed between the arms. The log grapple may be operable in a grapple mode, in which the arms are in a closed position and the drive wheels are in an open position, and a feed mode, in which the arms and the drive wheels are in closed positions. In feed mode, the first and second drive wheels may be rotated to drive the log through the arms. The log grapple may be further configured to delimb, measure, and/or cut logs in the feed mode. A log grapple may also include a measuring wheel assembly. Optionally, the measuring wheel assembly may include a hydraulic actuator configured to retract the measuring wheel and a gas spring configured to extend the measuring wheel. | 07-11-2013 |
20150115658 | CAB HOLD DOWN SYSTEM - A system and apparatus to fasten a cab and riser to a heavy machine is described herein. A riser may include a frame that has therein a plurality of pivot pins. The pivot pins may have clamping elements coupled thereto. The respective distal ends of the clamping elements may be coupled to activation screws. When force is applied to a respective activation screw, a respective clamping element may rotate around a respective pivot pin to become clampingly engaged with a receiving structure on the heavy machine. | 04-30-2015 |
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20090212637 | MAGNETIC POSITIONING FOR INDUCTIVE COUPLING - A magnetic positioning system for use in inductive couplings. The magnetic positioning system having a magnet that provides sufficient magnetic force, but does not have enough electrical conductivity to overheat in the presence of the anticipated electromagnetic field. The magnet may be a bonded magnet or a shielded magnet. In another aspect a plurality of magnets are used to provide magnetic attraction forces and said magnetic repulsion forces that cooperate to align the inductive power supply and the remote device. In another aspect, a sensor allows differentiation between different positions of the remote device or inductive power supply. In another aspect, multiple magnets in the inductive power supply interact with multiple magnets in the remote device to position the remote device in different positions. | 08-27-2009 |
20090212736 | INDUCTIVE POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM WITH BATTERY TYPE DETECTION - An inductive power supply system to wirelessly charge a remote device based on detected battery characteristics. The system includes an inductive power supply with a primary coil capable of inductively providing power to a secondary coil in a remote device. The inductive power supply and remote device include communication means for wirelessly communicating. The system further includes a remote device, having a battery with detectable battery characteristics. In operation, the remote device is capable of detecting the battery characteristics by applying a qualification charge to the battery. The inductive power supply system is capable of identifying the battery installed in the remote device by analyzing the detected battery characteristics. The inductive power supply system selects an appropriate charging algorithm based on the analyzed characteristics. | 08-27-2009 |
20120133324 | INDUCTIVE POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM WITH BATTERY TYPE DETECTION - An inductive power supply system to wirelessly charge a remote device based on detected battery characteristics. The system includes an inductive power supply with a primary coil capable of inductively providing power to a secondary coil in a remote device. The inductive power supply and remote device include communication means for wirelessly communicating. The system further includes a remote device, having a battery with detectable battery characteristics. In operation, the remote device is capable of detecting the battery characteristics by applying a qualification charge to the battery. The inductive power supply system is capable of identifying the battery installed in the remote device by analyzing the detected battery characteristics. The inductive power supply system selects an appropriate charging algorithm based on the analyzed characteristics. | 05-31-2012 |
20120181876 | MAGNETIC POSITIONING FOR INDUCTIVE COUPLING - A magnetic positioning system for use in inductive couplings. The magnetic positioning system having a magnet that provides sufficient magnetic force, but does not have enough electrical conductivity to overheat in the presence of the anticipated electromagnetic field. The magnet may be a bonded magnet or a shielded magnet. In another aspect a plurality of magnets are used to provide magnetic attraction forces and said magnetic repulsion forces that cooperate to align the inductive power supply and the remote device. In another aspect, a sensor allows differentiation between different positions of the remote device or inductive power supply. In another aspect, multiple magnets in the inductive power supply interact with multiple magnets in the remote device to position the remote device in different positions. | 07-19-2012 |