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Bert Appleton Spiller, Dover, NH US
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20130091730 | PROTECTION DEVICES FOR USE IN SHOES OR OTHER PRODUCTS - A variety of devices for protecting a user's foot from injury are disclosed. In one embodiment, the device may be a metatarsal protection device, which may include a first layer of material having top and bottom surfaces, with at least one of such surfaces including a series of cones or a pattern of hexagons thereon. The metatarsal protection device may also include a second relatively rigid layer of material overlying the first layer, and the first layer may be shaped to conform to the metatarsal region of the user's foot, such that the device is configured to protect the metatarsal region against injury. Other configurations and variations of a metatarsal protection device are also disclosed, as are other uses for the principles of the invention(s) disclosed herein (e.g., protection devices for other areas of the foot, etc.) | 04-18-2013 |
20130125415 | ANTI-FATIGUE PLY RIB CONSTRUCTION - An improved welt construction for use in a welted shoe is disclosed, in which the construction contains a number of components, including: (1) an anti-fatigue layer with tapered recesses for providing cushioning; (2) a rigid shock diffusion welt-frame back part; (3) a flexible forepart welt-frame; (4) a torsional shank; and (5) a flexible ply rib, which may surround a periphery of the support system. Methods of: (1) constructing a shoe utilizing the aforementioned welt construction; and (2) manufacturing the aforementioned welt construction through the use of a mold(s) are also disclosed. | 05-23-2013 |
20140130371 | PROTECTION DEVICES FOR USE IN SHOES OR OTHER PRODUCTS - A variety of devices for protecting a user's foot from injury are disclosed. In one embodiment, the device may be a metatarsal protection device, which may include a first layer of material having top and bottom surfaces, with at least one of such surfaces including a series of cones or a pattern of hexagons thereon. The metatarsal protection device may also include a second relatively rigid layer of material overlying the first layer, and the first layer may be shaped to conform to the metatarsal region of the user's foot, such that the device is configured to protect the metatarsal region against injury. Other configurations and variations of a metatarsal protection device are also disclosed, as are other uses for the principles of the invention(s) disclosed herein (e.g., protection devices for other areas of the foot, etc.) | 05-15-2014 |
20140259768 | SAFETY FOOTWEAR - A footwear system is disclosed, which includes a shell having an inner cavity and at least one recessed area offset from an inner surface of the shell, and a chassis having one or more components adapted to protect a user's foot from injury. In one embodiment, the chassis is insertable into the inner cavity of the shell, such that the one or more components of the chassis are securely retained (e.g., permanently affixed) within the at least one recessed area of the shell. Methods of forming the aforementioned footwear system using expandable materials are also disclosed. | 09-18-2014 |
Christopher Spiller, Harrisonburg, VA US
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20120070808 | TEACHING SYSTEM COMBINING LIVE AND AUTOMATED INSTRUCTION - Just prior to a scheduled session with a live instructor, a student is presented with an automated lesson which prepares him for the live instruction. The automatic lesson presents and practices skills that will be needed for the live lesson. Thus, when the instructor appears, the student is entirely prepared for the live lesson and optimum use may be made if the instructor's time. After the live lesson is complete, the student may be returned to an automated debriefing, which helps imprint major aspects of the live lesson of the students of mine. Thus, the learning process is improved through the combination of live and automatic instruction. | 03-22-2012 |
Darren Michael Spiller, Eastleigh GB
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20150031227 | CONDUCTOR CONNECTORS FOR POWER CABLES - A connector for a conductor of a power cable includes a hollow outer member configured to at least partially surround an exposed section of the conductor and configured to exert a force in an axial direction onto at least one electrically conductive inner member, and at least one electrically conductive inner member configured to be interposed between the outer member and the conductor, and configured to exert a force in a radial direction onto the conductor in response to the force in an axial direction. | 01-29-2015 |
David Spiller, Cumming, GA US
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20090119221 | System and Method for Cryptographically Authenticated Display Prompt Control for Multifunctional Payment Terminals - This disclosure provides various embodiments of systems and methods for secure communications. In one aspect, the system for secure communications in a retail environment comprises a first display for presenting content to a customer, a first secure payment module comprising a first data entry device and a first secure processor, and a first controller. In some instances, the first controller is communicably coupled to the first display and the first secure payment module. Additionally, the first controller may be adapted to authenticate the first secure payment module, establish a secure communications link between the first controller and the first secure payment module, receive a first source of content, provide a portion of the content to the first display, and selectively enable or disable the first data entry device. | 05-07-2009 |
20110321173 | Multimode Retail System - A multimode system for receiving data in a retail environment includes: a secure input module for receiving high security input and low security input from a customer, the high security input to be communicated by the secure input module in cipher text, and the low security input to be communicated by the secure input module in plaintext. The multimode system is adapted to operate in a high security mode and a low security mode. The multimode system is adapted to enter the low security mode upon detection by the multimode system of a security breach condition. In the high security mode, the secure input module accepts low security input and high security input. In the low security mode, the secure input module accepts the low security input and does not accept the high security input. | 12-29-2011 |
20140289133 | MULTIMODE RETAIL SYSTEM - A multimode system for receiving data in a retail environment includes: a secure input module for receiving high security input and low security input from a customer, the high security input to be communicated by the secure input module in cipher text, and the low security input to be communicated by the secure input module in plaintext. The multimode system is adapted to operate in a high security mode and a low security mode. The multimode system is adapted to enter the low security mode upon detection by the multimode system of a security breach condition. In the high security mode, the secure input module accepts low security input and high security input. In the low security mode, the secure input module accepts the low security input and does not accept the high security input. | 09-25-2014 |
Eberhard A. Spiller, Livermore, CA US
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20090116619 | Area x-ray or UV camera system for high-intensity beams - A system in one embodiment includes a source for directing a beam of radiation at a sample; a multilayer mirror having a face oriented at an angle of less than 90 degrees from an axis of the beam from the source, the mirror reflecting at least a portion of the radiation after the beam encounters a sample; and a pixellated detector for detecting radiation reflected by the mirror. A method in a further embodiment includes directing a beam of radiation at a sample; reflecting at least some of the radiation diffracted by the sample; not reflecting at least a majority of the radiation that is not diffracted by the sample; and detecting at least some of the reflected radiation. A method in yet another embodiment includes directing a beam of radiation at a sample; reflecting at least some of the radiation diffracted by the sample using a multilayer mirror; and detecting at least some of the reflected radiation. | 05-07-2009 |
Eric M. Spiller, Columbus, OH US
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20090169622 | DELAYED-RELEASE ORAL PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION FOR TREATMENT OF COLONIC DISORDERS - A timed or delayed release oral composition delivery system for the treatment of colonic disorders and diseases is provided. According to one aspect, a delayed release oral pharmaceutical composition includes an active core comprising a therapeutically effective amount of 5-amino salicylic acid (i.e., mesalamine); a primary coating composition disposed around the active core, wherein the primary coating composition includes an enteric polymer; and a secondary coating composition disposed around the primary coating composition, wherein the secondary coating composition includes a ratio mixture of ethyl cellulose and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. | 07-02-2009 |
20120003314 | DELAYED-RELEASE ORAL PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION FOR TREATMENT OF COLONIC DISORDERS - A timed or delayed release oral composition delivery system for the treatment of colonic disorders and diseases is provided. According to one aspect, a delayed release oral pharmaceutical composition includes an active core comprising a therapeutically effective amount of 5-amino salicylic acid (i.e., mesalamine); a primary coating composition disposed around the active core, wherein the primary coating composition includes an enteric polymer; and a secondary coating composition disposed around the primary coating composition, wherein the secondary coating composition includes a ratio mixture of ethyl cellulose and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. | 01-05-2012 |
Eric Martin Spiller, Columbus, OH US
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20090170815 | ALENDRONATE ORAL LIQUID FORMULATIONS - The invention features an oral pharmaceutical solution comprising a therapeutically effective amount of alendronate or a salt thereof and a pharmaceutically acceptable liquid carrier. The solution is substantially free from degradation products, with the proviso that the solution has no buffer and no complexing agent. The oral solution avoids the difficulties in swallowing tablets of the prior art. Moreover, the oral solution is surprisingly stable without the use of buffering systems and complexing agents of the prior art. | 07-02-2009 |
Jonathon Phillip Spiller, Dallas, TX US
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20090135134 | EDUCATION METHOD AND SYSTEM INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE USER INTERFACE - An education method and system including a user interface. The user interface may illustrate a portion of the human anatomy that may be viewed in three dimensions. The user interface and method may also provide for selecting training modules, inputting student names, access codes, and tracking pre- and/or post-training student knowledge via quizzes and tests, receive curriculum concurrence from school or government administrators, receive permission from parents or guardians to the actual training and/or provide general visiting users with a holistic overview of the user interface and method of providing the education. | 05-28-2009 |
Kara Spiller, Philadelphia, PA US
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20090017096 | POROUS NON-BIODEGRADABLE HYDROGEL ADMIXED WITH A CHEMOATTRACTANT FOR TISSUE REPLACEMENT - A non-biodegradable hydrogel matrix containing microspheres of a biodegradable polymer for the purpose of treating, repairing, or replacing damaged biological tissue is described. The biodegradable phase can be admixed with a chemoattractant. Examples of degradable polymers include degradable polyesters such as 50:50 PLA:PGA, the degradation profiles of which are well characterized. The matrix is permanently inserted into a tissue defect to provide mechanical support before, during, and after tissue ingrowth. | 01-15-2009 |
Karmichael Spiller, Jackson, MS US
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20100261512 | Checkbook for disabled users - The checkbook for disabled users is a book of checks including instructional information for check writing for mentally disabled users, and further providing easily removable and manipulable checks for physically disabled users. The checkbook includes a plurality of checks removably bound to one another, with each check being removably attached to a spine through perforations. Opposed cutout portions may be formed between upper corners of each check and the spine, providing pre-cut scores for each check. Each successive check from a topmost one of the plurality of checks to a bottommost one of the plurality of checks has a decreasing length and a decreasing width. Further, the checkbook includes opposed top and bottom covers secured to the spine. On a lower surface of the top cover, a set of indicia is imprinted, providing the user with instructional information, such as the spelling of numbers and instructions on general check writing. | 10-14-2010 |
Mark D. Spiller, Davis, CA US
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20140298507 | Synthetic Clonal Reproduction Through Seeds - Clonal embryos or seeds produced by conversion of apomeiotic gametes into clonal embryos or seeds. Clonal embryos or seeds are produced by crossing a MiMe plant, as either a female or male, with an appropriate plant which induces genome elimination (genome eliminator, GE). MiMe plants are those in which meiosis is totally replaced by mitosis. In specific embodiments MiMe plants are MiMe-1 plants or MIME-2 plants. In specific embodiments MiMe plants are mutant plants. In a more specific embodiment, the genome eliminator is a haploid inducer exhibiting directed genome elimination of its own genome. | 10-02-2014 |
Olaf Spiller, Hude DE
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20120032030 | HIGH LIFT SYSTEM FOR AN AIRPLANE, AIRPLANE SYSTEM AND PROPELLER AIRPLANE HAVING A HIGH LIFT SYSTEM - A high-lift system of an aeroplane is described, including one or more high-lift flaps, an activation device with an activation function for generating adjustment commands for adjusting the adjustment state of the high-lift flaps, and a drive device coupled with the high-lift flaps, which is configured such that on the basis of activation commands the high-lift flaps are adjusted between a refracted adjustment state and an extended adjustment state. The activation function, on the basis of input values, generates adjustment commands and transmits these to the drive device for adjusting the high-lift flaps. The activation function has a function for the automatic retraction of the high-lift flap in flight, which in a flight condition in which the high-lift flap has assumed an extended adjustment state, whilst taking into account an engine thrust and a minimum flight altitude, generates an activation command, in accordance with which the high-lift flap retracts. | 02-09-2012 |
20120091282 | HIGH LIFT SYSTEM FOR AN AIRCRAFT AND METHOD FOR DETECTING FAULTS IN A HIGH LIFT SYSTEM FOR AN AIRCRAFT - The present invention relates to a high lift system for an aircraft, comprising a flap, which is arranged on a wing box and which can be moved between a retracted position and at least one extended position relative to the wing box by means of a drive device, a support construction, which is arranged on the wing box in the area of the drive device and to which the flap is coupled and which comprises a movable support element, which can be moved to move the flap relative to the wing box, and an acceleration sensor arranged in the area of the flap or the movable support element for detecting accelerations of the flap. | 04-19-2012 |
Patrick Spiller, Las Vegas, NV US
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20140329604 | TRANSPORT AGNOSTIC IPC MECHANISM - A distributed computer system includes at least two processors. Each processor includes at least one process including at least one thread and a network server. A host module is in a thread in a first processor and a client module is in a thread in a second processor. A network couples the respective network servers in the processors. The host module registers with the system via the network server in the first processor. The client module on the second processor establishes a connection with the host module on the first processor. The host module and the client module communicate through the established connection. | 11-06-2014 |
20150065232 | PROGRESSIVE POOL MANAGEMENT - Various embodiments are directed to systems and methods for providing management of multiple progressive pools. In some embodiments, a progressive pool management system may include at least one gaming machine configured to present a first game having a progressive pool. The progressive pool management system may include at least one gaming machine configured to present a second game having a progressive pool. The progressive pool management system may include a server in communication with the at least one gaming machine configured to present the first game and the at least one gaming machine configured to present the second game. The server may associate a section of a unified pool with the progressive pool of the first game. The server may associate a section of the unified pool with the progressive pool of the second game. | 03-05-2015 |
Paul Spiller, Chicago, IL US
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20140278978 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CUSTOMER ACQUISITION - A customer acquisition system for targeting potential customers may comprise: a non-transitory data storage device having one or more databases embodied therein; a data transmission device; and a processor operatively coupled to the non-transitory data storage device and the data transmission device, wherein the processor is communicatively coupled with an on-site user device positioned at a merchant and configured to interact with a user via a customer interface apparatus, wherein the processor receives, via said on-site user device, user visit data reflecting the user's activities with the merchant during a visit, wherein the processor is configured to access an offer database stored to the non-transitory data storage device, the offer database comprising a plurality of offers, wherein the processor uses said user visit data to identify one or more of said plurality of offers to be sent to the user for consideration, and wherein the processor communicates said one or more of said plurality of offers to said user via said data transmission device. | 09-18-2014 |
Ralf Spiller, Giengen DE
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20090038336 | Refrigerator featuring recirculated air cooling - A refrigerator includes an evaporator zone and a cooling zone separated from each other in a refrigerator housing. A fan drives a cold air flow from the evaporator zone into the cooling zone via a central inlet port that is arranged next to a heat-insulating partition located between the evaporator zone and the cooling zone. A distributing device that diverts a partial air flow into a distributor pipe that extends along a wall of the cooling zone is mounted upstream of the central inlet port in the direction of flow of the cold air. The distributor pipe is provided with holes that are distributed along the height of the wall and extend into the cooling zone. | 02-12-2009 |
20090064706 | Refrigerating Appliance With Circulating Air Cooling - The invention relates to a refrigerating appliance having an evaporator area and at least two cooling areas partitioned off from one another inside the housing of the refrigerating appliance. A wall has a solid inner skin, a solid outer skin and a layer made of expanded insulating material located between the inner and outer skin. A cold air supply channel in the wall extends from the evaporator area past the first cooling area to the second cooling area. A shaped part made of an insulating material extends between the cold air supply channel and the inner skin of the wall. The cold air supply channel is separated from the expanded insulating material by a partition. | 03-12-2009 |
20090133425 | Refrigeration Device With a Modular Configuration for the Control System and Evaporator - A refrigeration device, in particular a no-frost device, refrigerator and/or freezer, comprising a thermally insulating housing containing at least one product storage compartment that can be supplied with cold air by a fan and an evaporator chamber that holds an evaporator. According to the invention, the evaporator chamber is thermally separated from the storage compartment by a partition. The device also comprises an electronic control system for controlling the refrigeration device and at least one light source for illuminating the storage compartment. The evaporator, the partition and the electronic control system and/or the evaporator, the partition and the light source are provided in the form of modules. The refrigeration device is characterised in that it is particularly reliable, works efficiently, can be cost-effectively produced and is easy to service. | 05-28-2009 |
20090314026 | Cooling apparatus with cooling of circulating air and injection of cooling air - The invention relates to a cooled goods apparatus with cool circulating air and having a cooling compartment for receiving the goods to be cooled, a duct for cooling air and, a low temperature generator for generating cooling air. The low temperature generator is in fluid communication with the cooling compartment via the duct that leads into the cooling compartment via an outlet opening. A jet forming means is formed by a nozzle element and/or a spacer that is arranged at the outlet opening and that keeps the goods to be cooled at a distance from the outlet opening. | 12-24-2009 |
20100031684 | Circulating Air Refrigerating Appliance and Assembly Method Therefor - A circulating air refrigerating appliance surrounds at least one storage region and an evaporation chamber containing an evaporator. The evaporator engages with projections extending from an inner wall of the housing defining the evaporation chamber. A separating wall between the storage region and the evaporation chamber is mounted adjacently to the evaporator in the housing. | 02-11-2010 |
Robert F. Spiller, Fairfield, CA US
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20140209087 | DUAL CATEGORY VENTING SYSTEM - A venting system includes a venting pipe comprising a chase through a structure. The chase includes a first end positioned adjacent an appliance installation, a second end exiting a structure and a third end adjacent another appliance. A vent tube comprising a sealed non-corrosive material is provided in the chase between the second end and the third end, itself coupled to a high efficiency appliance. The vent tube has a first end and a second end and is positioned between the second end of the venting pipe and the third end of the venting pipe. The vent tube is coupled to a first appliance and the venting pipe is coupled to a second appliance. A vent cap is coupled to the second end of the first vent tube and to the second end of the venting pipe. | 07-31-2014 |
Simone Christina Spiller, Mannheim DE
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20140291480 | DETECTOR FOR OPTICALLY DETECTING AT LEAST ONE OBJECT - A detector ( | 10-02-2014 |
Stephanie Anne Spiller, Denver, CO US
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20160057920 | Three-Dimensional Elevation Modeling For Use In Operating Agricultural Vehicles - Novel tools and techniques for creating and implementing three-dimensional guidance paths for use in conjunction with more or one agricultural vehicles operating in an area of operation. | 03-03-2016 |
Sven Spiller, Hannover DE
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20130260291 | MODIFIED MASK FOR PHOTOLITHOGRAPHY OF A WAFER WITH RECESS, METHOD FOR PRODUCING SUCH A MASK AND METHOD FOR PHOTOLITHOGRAPHY OF A WAFER WITH RECESS - A photolithography mask for a semiconductor wafer. The mask includes a protrusion section that protrudes from a handling section of the mask. An outer shape of the handling section enables handling by a mask aligner device. The protrusion includes a face surface provided at a level which is different from a face surface area of the handling section. | 10-03-2013 |
Sven-Manfred Spiller, Hannover DE
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20110260296 | SEMICONDUCTOR WAFER AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME - A semiconductor wafer ( | 10-27-2011 |
20150235900 | SEMICONDUCTOR WAFER AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING SAME - A semiconductor wafer ( | 08-20-2015 |
Timothy Spiller, Avon GB
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20120039617 | PHOTONIC QUANTUM SYSTEM ALIGNMENT USING MULTIPLE BEAMS - A handheld device ( | 02-16-2012 |
Timothy Spiller, Bristol GB
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20090310784 | QKD System Alignment - QKD receiving apparatus is provided with an alignment-correction system for correcting misalignment of a quantum signal received at an optical port of the apparatus relative to a quantum-signal detector of the receiving apparatus. The alignment-correction system comprises a misalignment measuring subsystem for making multiple different misalignment measures, and a misalignment compensation subsystem for adjusting the relative alignment of the quantum signal and quantum-signal detector in dependence on the misalignment measures made. The misalignment measuring subsystem comprises an alignment-beam source, an alignment-beam detector arrangement, and optical components for guiding an alignment beam from the alignment-beam source to the optical port, and for guiding the alignment beam, after external retro-reflection at a cooperating QKD transmitting apparatus from the optical port to the alignment-beam detector arrangement. | 12-17-2009 |
20100080394 | QKD transmitter and transmission method - In order to facilitate alignment of a QKD transmitter and QKD receiver, the transmitter is provided with a retro-reflector for returning to the receiver a photon beam originating at the latter. The transmitter is arranged to polarization modulate the retro-reflected beam. The transmitter is provided both with an intensity detector for generating an indication of retro-reflected photon intensity, and an intensity-dependent controller for controlling the QKD transmitter in dependence on the detected photon intensity. In one embodiment, this control involves aborting operation of the QKD transmitter upon an unexpectedly high photon intensity being detected; in another embodiment, the intensity indication is used to control the attenuation of the retro-reflected beam so as stabilize the average retro-reflected photon count per unit time. | 04-01-2010 |
20120134675 | Quantum Repeater And System And Method For Creating Extended Entanglements - An iterative method is provided for progressively building an end-to-end entanglement between qubits in first and second end nodes ( | 05-31-2012 |
Timothy P. Spiller, Bristol GB
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20080310000 | Quantum Coherent Systems and Operations - Nonlinear elements can efficiently implement quantum information processing systems such as controlled phase shifters, non-absorbing detectors including parity detectors, quantum subspace projections, non-absorbing Bell state analyzers, non-absorbing encoders/entanglers, and fundamental quantum gates such as CNOT gates. The non-absorbing detectors permit improvements in the efficiency of a probabilistic quantum gate by permitting reuse of the same photonic resources during multiple passes through the probabilistic gate. | 12-18-2008 |
William K. Spiller US
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20130170417 | Distributed low-power monitoring system - A distributed wireless monitoring system with low-power remote sensors includes data encoding/compression at sensors to reduce power use from transmission and storage (where the compact data representation is decoded after upload), event activated operation/data logging, remote configuration of event triggering thresholds and correlation templates, distributed processing capabilities, and sensor clock synchronization from a network time service. | 07-04-2013 |
William K. Spiller, Vancouver, WA US
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20130317659 | Distributed low-power wireless monitoring - A distributed wireless monitoring system with low-power remote sensors includes data encoding/compression at sensors to reduce power use from transmission and storage, event activated operation/data logging, remote configuration of event triggering thresholds and correlation templates, distributed processing capabilities, and sensor clock synchronization from a network time service. | 11-28-2013 |