Taylor, US
Amelia E. Taylor, Pearl River, LA US
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20110257435 | FUNCTIONALIZED CATIONIC POLYAMINES AND THEIR USE TO REDUCE THE NDMA FORMATION DURING THE TREATMENT OF AQUEOUS SYSTEMS, AND APPLICATIONS IN THE WATER TREATMENT INDUSTRY, INCLUDING WASTEWATER AND DRINKING WATER TREATMENT PROCESSES - New water treatment chemicals and corresponding water treatment or more generally aqueous systems treatment processes are provided, which greatly attenuate the NDMA problem, that is, decrease the formation of NDMA during the water or aqueous system treatment namely in the presence of a disinfectant, and decrease too the level of NDMA in the so treated water of the aqueous system, and in the end products such as drinking water. | 10-20-2011 |
20140131284 | FUNCTIONALIZED CATIONIC POLYAMINES AND THEIR USE TO REDUCE THE NDMA FORMATION DURING THE TREATMENT OF AQUEOUS SYSTEMS, AND APPLICATIONS IN THE WATER TREATMENT INDUSTRY, INCLUDING WASTEWATER AND DRINKING WATER TREATMENT PROCESSES - New water treatment chemicals and corresponding water treatment or more generally aqueous systems treatment processes are provided, which greatly attenuate the NDMA problem, that is, decrease the formation of NDMA during the water or aqueous system treatment namely in the presence of a disinfectant, and decrease too the level of NDMA in the so treated water of aqueous system, and in the end products such as drinking water. | 05-15-2014 |
Andrew David Taylor, Santa Cruz, CA US
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20120257008 | Mobile Device Case Having an Integrated Wide-Angle Lens - A case for a mobile device is provided, which may advantageously include an integrated wide-angle lens for photography and/or videography. The mobile device case includes a protective casing with an opening that exposes a mobile device camera, where the mobile device camera has a default angle of view. The protective casing encloses the mobile device and may include one or more hinges and one or more locking mechanisms. A wide-angle lens is integrated within the protective casing of the mobile device case. In some embodiments, the wide-angle lens is removably attached to the protective casing of the mobile device. The wide-angle lens provides a wider angle of view to the mobile device camera than the default angle of view. Furthermore, the wide-angle lens is positioned a predetermined distance from the mobile device camera. The wide-angle lens, in some embodiments, is a fisheye lens. | 10-11-2012 |
Andrew T. Taylor, Santa Rosa, CA US
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20120206350 | Device Control of Display Content of a Display - Methods, apparatuses and systems of providing control of display content on a display with a device are disclosed. One method includes establishing a fixed reference on the display. A user input is received indicating that the device is at a user selected position corresponding to the fixed reference and capturing a position of the device in order to establish a corresponding reference position. The display content on the display is determined based on measured displacement of the device relative to the established reference position. | 08-16-2012 |
20130009635 | Sensing a Field with a Sensor That Includes Bias Resetting of an Active Device of the Sensor - Apparatuses, methods and systems of sensor sampling of a field are disclosed. One apparatus includes a magnetometer that includes a sensor responsive to an applied field. Embodiments of the sensor include an active device and oscillator circuitry, wherein the sensor generates an output signal having a frequency that is dependent on the applied field. The magnetometer further includes a bias reset controller for resetting a bias of the active device and a sampler for sampling the output signal. Further, a reset-rate of the resetting of the bias of the active device is high enough to influence 1/f noise generated by the active device. | 01-10-2013 |
20130009636 | Magnetic Sensor Characterization - Apparatuses, methods and systems of a magnetic sensor self-characterizing its magnetic properties are disclosed. One embodiment of the magnetic sensor apparatus includes a magnetic sensor and a current source for applying a current to the magnetic sensor. The magnetic sensor apparatus further includes control circuitry configured to control the current source, and characterize a magnetic property of the magnetic sensor based on the applied current. One method of a magnetic sensor self-characterizing its magnetic properties includes applying, by the magnetic sensor, an electrical signal, and characterizing a magnetic property of the magnetic sensor based on the applied electrical signal. | 01-10-2013 |
Anthony David Taylor US
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20110259934 | Tree stand and gear carrying system - The present invention relates to a multifunctional carrier that is used to transport a portable tree stand and gear or gear pack. The present invention enables the user, for example, to carry a portable tree stand of their choice along with gear or a gear pack as one combined unit versus carrying a tree stand and gear or a gear pack separately. The versatility of the invention enables the user to use the system with multiple tree stand and gear or gear pack combinations. Structurally, the apparatus comprises of hooks, straps, and buckles that secure the system to a tree stand. The apparatus secures the user's gear or gear pack to the system by means of a strap or straps and buckle(s). Carry of the system is facilitated by a waist belt and shoulder straps. The shoulder straps are separable, enabling ease of attachment and removal of the system from the tree stand. | 10-27-2011 |
Bart M. Taylor, Mobile, AL US
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20110008241 | Catalytically activated vacuum distillation system - A catalytically activated vacuum distillation system, several novel component parts of said system, a process for producing carbon based products and novel carbon black that is produced from such a system and process. | 01-13-2011 |
20120134911 | CATALYTICALLY ACTIVATED VACUUM DISTILLATION SYSTEM - A catalytically activated vacuum distillation system, several novel component parts of said system, a process for producing carbon based products and novel carbon black that is produced from such a system and process. | 05-31-2012 |
Bradley L. Taylor, Santa Cruz, CA US
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20120185674 | EXTENDING A PROCESSOR SYSTEM WITHIN AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT - A method of extending a processor system within an integrated circuit (IC) can include executing program code within the processor system implemented within the IC, wherein the IC includes a programmable fabric. The processor system further can be coupled to the programmable fabric. A process can be performed using a process-specific circuit implemented within the programmable fabric in lieu of using the processor system. A result of the process from the process-specific circuit can be made available to the processor system. | 07-19-2012 |
20120185719 | POWER MANAGEMENT WITHIN AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT - An integrated circuit can include a processor system configured to execute program code, wherein the processor system is hard-wired. The IC also can include programmable circuitry configurable to implement different physical circuits. The programmable circuitry can be coupled to the processor system and can be configured to implement a power off procedure under the control of the processor system. | 07-19-2012 |
20120221833 | INTEGRATED CIRCUIT WITH PROGRAMMABLE CIRCUITRY AND AN EMBEDDED PROCESSOR SYSTEM - An integrated circuit can include a processor system configured to execute program code. The processor system can be hard-wired and include a processor hardware resource. The IC also can include a programmable circuitry configurable to implement different physical circuits. The programmable circuitry can be coupled to the processor system. The programmable circuitry can be configurable to share usage of the processor hardware resource of the processor system. The processor system further can control aspects of the programmable circuitry such as power on and/or off and also configuration of the programmable circuitry to implement one or more different physical circuits therein. | 08-30-2012 |
Brad N. Taylor, Providence, RI US
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20090202441 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS TO PREVENT CANCER WITH CUPREDOXINS - The present invention discloses methods and materials for killing and/or inhibiting the growth of a cancer cell via preferential entry of a cytotoxic compound. Preferential entry of the cytotoxic compound is accomplished by the use of protein transduction domains derived from cupredoxins, including the p18 and p28 truncations of azurin. | 08-13-2009 |
Brendan F. Taylor, South Burlington, VT US
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20120163974 | USE OF AUTOMATION IN WIND DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEMS TO IMPROVE WIND RESOURCE ASSESSMENT ACCURACY - Generally, a wind data acquisition system configured to perform wind resource assessments. A system consistent with the present disclosure may provide a cost-effective data acquisition and analysis system useful for performing wind resource assessments. The system may be configured to automatically detect heights and bearings of instrument mounting booms associated with a wind tower. The system may further be configured to improve the accuracy of differential temperature measurements of a wind tower by providing automatic calibration of components used to measure differential temperature. | 06-28-2012 |
Bryan Dale Taylor, Bono, AR US
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20090301839 | CONVEYOR SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACCUMULATING PACKAGES OF VARYING LENGTHS - A drive controller for controlling movement of a plurality of packages by an accumulation conveyor. The drive controller is configured to determine a length of each of the packages and to coordinate driving of a number of zones needed to accommodate the package. For example, a sensor in each of the conveyor zones communicates blockage by the packages to the drive controller. The drive controller determines a sequence of blockage of the sensors in adjacent zones. Blockage of the sensor in an upstream zone before the sensor in a downstream zone indicates an oversized package that extends longer than a zone length of the downstream zone and into the upstream zone. The drive controller is configured to drive the downstream zone and upstream zone simultaneously when detecting the oversized package. | 12-10-2009 |
20100322473 | DECENTRALIZED TRACKING OF PACKAGES ON A CONVEYOR - A decentralized tracking system is discussed herein. The decentralized tracking system can be comprised of two or more tracking elements and be used to track packages moving on a conveyor system. Each tracking element can operate independently, despite being highly sophisticated and dynamically coordinated with one or more other tracking elements. The conveyor system can be a modular and/or accumulation conveyor system that has sorting functionality. The decentralized tracking system can be used to divert packages for sortation by, for example, embedding a destination zone into the package's tracking data and/or preprogramming conveyor zones to sort specific packages based on a package identifier. | 12-23-2010 |
20110297509 | CONVEYOR SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACCUMULATING PACKAGES OF VARYING LENGTHS - A drive controller for controlling movement of a plurality of packages by an accumulation conveyor. The drive controller is configured to determine a length of each of the packages and to coordinate driving of a number of zones needed to accommodate the package. For example, a sensor in each of the conveyor zones communicates blockage by the packages to the drive controller. The drive controller determines a sequence of blockage of the sensors in adjacent zones. Blockage of the sensor in an upstream zone before the sensor in a downstream zone indicates an oversized package that extends longer than a zone length of the downstream zone and into the upstream zone. The drive controller is configured to drive the downstream zone and upstream zone simultaneously when detecting the oversized package. | 12-08-2011 |
Catherine E. Taylor US
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20110060402 | Wettable ePTFE Medical Devices - Methods are provided for surface modifying a hydrophobic polymer substrate to increase wettability comprising the steps of pre-treating the hydrophobic polymer substrate with a radio frequency (RF)-generated first plasma and a RF-generated second plasma wherein the first plasma and the second plasma are applied sequentially, coating the hydrophobic polymer substrate with a hydrophilic coating; and polymerizing the hydrophilic coating on the hydrophobic polymer substrate by exposure to a RF-generated third plasma. | 03-10-2011 |
Christopher Ellis Taylor, Denham Springs, LA US
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20120324996 | MAGNETIC LEVEL INDICATOR - A magnetic level indicating system includes a chamber for fluidic coupling to a process vessel. Material level in the vessel equalizes with material level in the chamber. A magnetic float in the chamber rises and falls with the material level in the chamber. A magnet actuated visual indicator is mounted to the chamber for indicating level of the magnet in the chamber and thus material level in the vessel. The indicator comprises an elongate transparent tubular housing defining an interior space open at opposite ends. An indicator assembly is mounted in the housing interior space and responsive to movement of the float and visible through the housing to indicate material level in the chamber. An end cap is received in each of the opposite ends of the tubular housing and a seal member is disposed between each end cap and the tubular housing. | 12-27-2012 |
Clive R. Taylor, South Pasadena, CA US
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20110306064 | Quantifiable Internal Reference Standards For Immunohistochemistry And Uses Thereof - Methods for identifying Quantifiable Internal Reference Standards (QIRS) for immunohistochemistry (IHC). Also disclosed are methods for using QIRS to quantify test antigens in IHC. | 12-15-2011 |
Clive R. Taylor, Talibu, CA US
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20120003664 | METHOD FOR EVALUATING PRE-TREATMENT - The present invention relates to methods for evaluating tissue pre-treatment such as ischemic time, fixation time and alcohol time in an immunohistochemical assay by using one or more internal controls. Said internal controls may be biomarker specific or tissue specific. Also included are uses and kits comprising said internal controls. | 01-05-2012 |
Craig Taylor, Los Alamos, NM US
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20090126934 | Kerogen Extraction from Subterranean Oil Shale Resources - The present invention is directed to methods for extracting a kerogen-based product from subsurface (oil) shale formations, wherein such methods rely on fracturing and/or rubblizing portions of said formations so as to enhance their fluid permeability, and wherein such methods further rely on chemically modifying the shale-bound kerogen so as to render it mobile. The present invention is also directed at systems for implementing at least some of the foregoing methods. Additionally, the present invention is also directed to methods of fracturing and/or rubblizing subsurface shale formations and to methods of chemically modifying kerogen in situ so as to render it mobile. | 05-21-2009 |
20100270038 | Kerogen Extraction from Subterranean Oil Shale Resources - The present invention is directed to methods for extracting a kerogen-based product from subsurface (oil) shale formations, wherein such methods rely on fracturing and/or rubblizing portions of said formations so as to enhance their fluid permeability, and wherein such methods further rely on chemically modifying the shale-bound kerogen so as to render it mobile. The present invention is also directed at systems for implementing at least some of the foregoing methods. Additionally, the present invention is also directed to methods of fracturing and/or rubblizing subsurface shale formations and to methods of chemically modifying kerogen in situ so as to render it mobile. | 10-28-2010 |
C. Robert Taylor, Opelika, AL US
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20110218104 | Biodiesel Solvents in Pesticide Compositions - Disclosed are pesticide compositions that utilize biodiesel as a solvent. The disclosed compositions may be utilized for controlling pests, such as nematodes and weeds, and for enhancing growth of plants. | 09-08-2011 |
20140274694 | Molasses as a Soil Amendment - Disclosed are compositions that include molasses. The disclosed compositions may be utilized as soil amendments for controlling pests, and/or weeds and/or for enhancing growth of plants. | 09-18-2014 |
Curtis R. Taylor, Fayetteville, AR US
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20110198569 | APPARATUS AND METHODS OF NANOPATTERNING AND APPLICATIONS OF SAME - A method for patterning nanostructures in a semiconductor heterostructure, which has at least a first layer and a second layer, wherein the first layer has a first surface and an opposite, second surface, the second layer has a first surface and an opposite, second surface, and the first layer is deposited over the second layer such that the second surface of the first layer is proximate to the first surface of the second layer. The method includes the steps of making indentations in a pattern on the first surface of the first layer of the semiconductor heterostructure; bonding the semiconductor heterostructure to a support substrate such that the first surface of the first layer of the semiconductor heterostructure is faced to the support substrate; etching off the second layer of the semiconductor heterostructure; and depositing a third layer over the second surface of the first layer of the semiconductor heterostructure. | 08-18-2011 |
Dana Taylor, Vista, TX US
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20120276507 | ATHLETIC TRAINING DEVICE WITH LIGHTED INDICATORS - An athletic training device includes a power box containing a power source and an electronics box having a front and an interior. A number of translucent portions are formed in the front to allow for a number of lamps positioned internal to the electronic box and adjacent to the translucent portions to be viewed exterior to the electronic box. By use of a remote control having a number of buttons, individual lamps are illuminated to indicate a desired response. A whistle operatively connected to a timing relay sounds after illumination of a lamp is no longer present. | 11-01-2012 |
Douglas Taylor, Solana Beach, CA US
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20120215827 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OBTAINING AND EXECUTING INSTRUCTIONS FROM A PRIVATE NETWORK - Systems and methods for website and application monitoring and testing inside from a private network are presented. An agent module resident on an agent device inside the secured network periodically sends an HTTP message to a controller server and receives an HTTP response. The agent module parses out a set of instructions from the content of the HTTP response and executes the instructions. The agent module collects and compiles responsive information resulting from the instructions being executed and sends the compiled information to the controller server for storage and reporting. | 08-23-2012 |
Edward O. Taylor, Newark, DE US
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20120061233 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR REDUCING POLLUTANTS IN GAS STREAMS - Apparatuses and methods for reducing pollutants in a gas stream are disclosed. The gas stream is introduced into a condensation chamber to condense the gas stream. It then proceeds into a first reaction chamber adapted to electrochemically alter the gas stream. From there, the gas stream is directed into a reduction chamber adapted to reduce pollutants and a resonance chamber adapted to ionize the gas stream. The gas stream is then directed into a second reaction chamber adapted to further reduce pollutants in the stream. After treatment, the gas stream may be discharged into the atmosphere or recirculated through the apparatus to further reduce pollutants in the gas stream, the latter providing for a closed-looped system. | 03-15-2012 |
20120210875 | APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR REDUCING POLLUTANTS IN GAS STREAMS - Apparatuses and methods for reducing pollutants in a gas stream are disclosed. The gas stream is introduced into a condensation chamber to condense the gas stream. It then proceeds into a first reaction chamber adapted to electrochemically alter the gas stream. From there, the gas stream is directed into a reduction chamber adapted to reduce pollutants and a resonance chamber adapted to ionize the gas stream. The gas stream is then directed into a second reaction chamber adapted to further reduce pollutants in the stream. After treatment, the gas stream may be discharged into the atmosphere or recirculated through the apparatus to further reduce pollutants in the gas stream, the latter providing for a closed-looped system. | 08-23-2012 |
Gerard T. Taylor, Baton Rouge, LA US
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20110217226 | Method and Apparatus for the Manufacture of High Purity Carbon Monoxide - Method and apparatus of making 99.99% pure gaseous carbon monoxide comprising the steps of degassing liquid formic acid producing degassed liquid formic acid; reacting the degassed liquid formic acid or a degassed gaseous formic acid with a liquid mineral acid at an elevated temperature producing a gas phase comprising carbon monoxide gas and water vapor and a liquid phase; condensing the gas phase producing liquid water and gaseous carbon monoxide; scrubbing the carbon monoxide gas producing a gaseous 99.99% pure carbon monoxide having a purity of at least 99.99%, and, compressing the gaseous 99.99% pure carbon monoxide producing the 99.99% pure gaseous carbon monoxide, wherein the method is performed at least in the substantial absence of metallic nickel, metallic iron, nickel-containing alloys, and, iron-containing alloys from contacting any of the liquids or gases, wherein the Fe(CO) | 09-08-2011 |
20140178287 | Method and Apparatus for the Manufacture of High Purity Carbon Monoxide - Method and apparatus of making 99.99% pure gaseous carbon monoxide comprising the steps of degassing liquid formic acid producing degassed liquid formic acid; reacting the degassed liquid formic acid or a degassed gaseous formic acid with a liquid mineral acid at an elevated temperature producing a gas phase comprising carbon monoxide gas and water vapor and a liquid phase; condensing the gas phase producing liquid water and gaseous carbon monoxide; scrubbing the carbon monoxide gas producing a gaseous 99.99% pure carbon monoxide having a purity of at least 99.99%, and, compressing the gaseous 99.99% pure carbon monoxide producing the 99.99% pure gaseous carbon monoxide, wherein the method is performed at least in the substantial absence of metallic nickel, metallic iron, nickel-containing alloys, and, iron-containing alloys from contacting any of the liquids or gases, wherein the Fe(CO) | 06-26-2014 |
Gerry Taylor, Laguna Niguel, CA US
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20120194369 | RING OSCILLATOR DELTA SIGMA ADC MODULATOR WITH REPLICA PATH NONLINEARITY CALIBRATION - An embodiment provides a continuous-time delta-sigma modulator for analog-to-digital conversion. The modulator includes a signal path generating including a ring voltage controlled oscillator driven by an analog input signal. The signal path produces digital values by sampling the ring voltage controlled oscillator. A calibration circuit measures nonlinear distortion coefficients in a replica of the signal path. A nonlinearity corrector corrects the digital values based upon determined nonlinear distortion coefficients. Preferred embodiment ADC ΔΣ modulators do not require any analog integrators, feedback DACs, comparators, or reference voltages, and do not require a low jitter clock. | 08-02-2012 |
20140368366 | MOSTLY-DIGITAL OPEN-LOOP RING OSCILLATOR DELTA-SIGMA ADC AND METHODS FOR CONVERSION - A continuous-time delta-sigma modulator for analog-to-digital conversion includes a pair of pseudo-differential signal paths including a pair of pseudo-differential signal paths including current-controlled ring oscillators as the load of open-loop common-source amplifiers that are driven by an analog input signal. The signal path produces digital values by sampling the open-loop current-controlled ring oscillators. A calibration circuit measures nonlinear distortion coefficients in a replica of the signal path. A nonlinearity corrector corrects digital values based upon the nonlinear distortion coefficients | 12-18-2014 |
Gregory Taylor, Hollywood, CA US
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20120184241 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED PREPAID WIRELESS PHONE REFILLS - A method and system for refilling minutes for prepaid wireless phones is provided. Also provided is a computer-readable storage medium including a program, which when executed on a processor performs an operation. The method includes executing a recurring charge to a user account, the user account being stored in a database, and automatically crediting a device associated with the user account with prepaid minutes in response to executing the recurring charge. | 07-19-2012 |
20130052987 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CARRIER TRIGGER-INDEPENDENT, MULTIPLE DEVICE, MULTIPLE CARRIER AUTOMATED PREPAID WIRELESS PHONE REFILLS - A method and system for refilling minutes for prepaid wireless phones without service provider (Carrier) feedback to trigger the replenishment is provided. Also provided is a computer-readable storage medium including a program, which when executed on a processor performs an operation. The method includes executing a recurring charge to a user account for wireless service from one or multiple service providers, the user account being stored in a database, and automatically crediting a device associated with the user account with prepaid minutes in response to executing the recurring charge. | 02-28-2013 |
Howard S. Taylor, Los Angeles, CA US
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20120191417 | NOISE REDUCTION FOR SPECTROSCOPIC SIGNAL PROCESSING - A system with a data collection section and an algorithm is introduced that increases frequency sensitivity in 1D NMR Lorentzian spectra. Such spectra can be obtained for modest concentrations of solutes containing | 07-26-2012 |
Jacob Taylor, Washington, DC US
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20120308181 | TWO-DIMENSIONAL COUPLED RESONATOR OPTICAL WAVEGUIDE ARRANGEMENTS AND SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS THEREOF - Two-dimensional coupled resonator optical waveguide arrangements and systems, devices, and methods thereof. Networks of coupled resonator optical waveguides are arranged so as to exploit topological properties of these optical networks. Such arrangement affords topological protection against disorders or perturbations in the network that may hinder or block photon flow. As a result of a disorder, photons traversing along edge states of the array are rerouted based on the disorder or perturbation. Photon routing in the network is accordingly protected against disorder or defects. | 12-06-2012 |
James Eric Taylor, El Centro, CA US
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20120101646 | INTERACTIVE SYSTEM FOR PRICE-POINT CONTROL OF POWER CONSUMPTION - A system and method for controlling energy consumption at a facility requires categorizing operational devices at the facility into first and second groups, and prioritizing them within the group according to their energy demand requirements. A meter is provided for monitoring an actual real-time energy consumption for each device at the facility, and a totalizer is connected to the meter for measuring a total Energy Consumption Level (ECL) for all devices. A computer/controller is provided for comparing the total ECL with a first price-point (PP | 04-26-2012 |
20120166003 | System for Evaluating, Measuring and Verifying Power Consumption Based on Price-Point Control - A system and method for evaluating, measuring and verifying energy consumption at a facility requires initially establishing a benchmark at the facility based on price-point variations for energy costs, set by the regional ISO. The benchmark is established by measuring the facility's Energy Consumption Level (ECL) over a 30-day period, while no conservation efforts are being taken. To obtain an incentive award, a target value Energy Saving Factor (ESF) is identified relative to the benchmark. Energy conservation efforts are then implemented to control the ECL of the facility in response to price-point variations. When the target value ESF is maintained for a predetermined time, an incentive award is warranted and, once verified, can be given immediately. | 06-28-2012 |
James Lee Taylor, Waco, TX US
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20110309670 | Decorative rim - The present invention relates to decorative rims for self-propelled vehicles. The decorative rim is manufactured with a logo incorporated into the spokes of the rim spatially disposed within the decorative rim. | 12-22-2011 |
Jason T. Taylor, Alexander, AR US
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20110217694 | FLOW CYTOMETRY-BASED SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING MICROBES - In various embodiments, the present disclosure describes methods and systems for detecting microbes in a sample. The methods are generally applicable to quantifying the number of target bacteria in a sample counted from a detection region of a flow cytometer histogram. The detection methods can be employed in the presence of other microorganisms and other non-target microbe components to selectively quantify the amount of a target microbe. The methods are advantageous over those presently existing for testing of foodstuffs and diagnostic evaluation in their speed, accuracy and ease of use. Various swab collection devices and kits useful for practicing the present disclosure are also described herein. | 09-08-2011 |
Jeffrey Taylor, Roanoke, TX US
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20120029516 | Accessory Device for an Orthopedic Fixator - An accessory device for an external orthopedic fixator where the fixator has an external frame made up of frame components which surround the lower leg and ankle of a patient with one or more transfixation wires fixed thereto. The accessory device includes a walking plate which connects to one of the fixator frame components for supporting the sole of a patient's foot. The accessory device also includes a companion shroud which is wrapped about the fixator with the fixator being received within the interior of the shroud. The shroud has a width and height which are sufficient to conceal the fixator within the shroud interior. The shroud has fasteners which allow it to be easily installed and removed from about the fixator. | 02-02-2012 |
Jeremy Taylor, Albuquerque, NM US
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20120298381 | Self-testing and self-calibrating fire sprinkler system, method of installation and method of use - A Self-Testing and Self-Setting residential fire pump system for residential fire protection. The system is designed to boost pressure into a residential sprinkler system when water supply is insufficient to meet the sprinkler system's design requirements. The system comprises an in-line vertical multi-stage, centrifugal pump connected to an electric motor with horsepower ranges from ¾ to 10, a flow rate range of 15 gpm-200 gpm, and pressure ranges of 20 psi-238 psi. The system also comprises a controller assembly which is programmed to Self-Test and Self-Calibrate to most residential fire sprinkler systems with the push of a button, and a manifold made from brass or stainless steel pipe fittings connected to the pump's suction and discharge ports, allowing water to flow from an existing water supply through the pump to either the test loop or existing residential fire sprinkler system. The pump and controller can be mounted on an ABS base. | 11-29-2012 |
Joe Taylor US
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20120224070 | Eyeglasses with Integrated Camera for Video Streaming - A camera is integrated into eyeglasses to allow hands-free recording of video or still images. The eyeglasses also include electronic components, such as a processor for encoding the video and a radio for transmitting the video. The eyeglasses may stream the video to a server, where the video may be viewed my other users. The eyeglasses may connect to a cellular data network to stream the data or connect to a nearby mobile device that relays the streaming video to the cellular data network. The size of the eyeglasses with the integrated camera may be reduced by overmolding wiring and/or electronic components into temples of the frame and coupling components with the integrated camera through the temples and the front frame of the eyeglasses. | 09-06-2012 |
John T. Taylor, Shelburne, VT US
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20110125419 | DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM FOR CONDITION-BASED MAINTENANCE - Generally, a system and method consistent with the present disclosure may provide a relatively low cost, relatively robust data acquisition and analysis system useful for condition-based maintenance. The system may be useful for condition-based maintenance in industrial applications, e.g., of equipment and/or machinery. The industrial monitoring system may be used, for example, to monitor a condition of rotating machinery, e.g., a wind turbine. The system and method may include data analysis that may be useful for anticipating a need for maintenance, repair and/or replacement of one or more components. | 05-26-2011 |
20120065901 | DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEM FOR CONDITION-BASED MAINTENANCE - Generally, a system and method consistent with the present disclosure may provide a relatively low cost, relatively robust data acquisition and analysis system useful for condition-based maintenance. The system may be useful for condition-based maintenance in industrial applications, e.g., of equipment and/or machinery. The industrial monitoring system may be used, for example, to monitor a condition of rotating machinery, e.g., a wind turbine. The system and method may include data analysis that may be useful for anticipating a need for maintenance, repair and/or replacement of one or more components. | 03-15-2012 |
20140163904 | Data Acquisition System for Condition-Based Maintenance - Generally, a system and method consistent with the present disclosure may provide a relatively low cost, relatively robust data acquisition and analysis system useful for condition-based maintenance. The system may be useful for condition-based maintenance in industrial applications, e.g., of equipment and/or machinery. The industrial monitoring system may be used, for example, to monitor a condition of rotating machinery, e.g., a wind turbine. The system and method may include data analysis that may be useful for anticipating a need for maintenance, repair and/or replacement of one or more components. | 06-12-2014 |
Jonathan E. Taylor, Stanford, CA US
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20110302110 | Computer Systems and Methods for Automatic Generation of Models for a Dataset - A method of automatically generating models from a dataset includes multiple steps. First, a description of a view of a dataset is provided. The description includes multiple fields associated with the dataset. Next, a set of properties is determined for each of the multiple fields. Finally, the description is automatically translated into one or more models based on the respective properties of the multiple fields and a set of predefined heuristics. | 12-08-2011 |
20150032429 | Systems and Methods for Generating Models of a Dataset for a Data Visualization - A method of generating a statistical model for a dataset operates at a computer system having one or more processors and memory. The memory stores one or more programs configured for execution by the one or more processors. The process receives a visual specification. The visual specification defines a graphical representation of a portion of the dataset. The visual specification includes a first field and a second field of the dataset. The method determines a set of data properties for each of the first and second fields. The process then generates a statistical model of a mathematical relationship between the first and second fields based on the data properties of the first and second fields and data values associated with the first and second fields in the dataset. The process displays the graphical representation and the statistical model superimposed on the graphical representation. | 01-29-2015 |
Larry Taylor, Blue Ridge, TX US
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20120324771 | DISPLAY DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTATION VEHICLE - Disclosed is a displayed device having a top and bottom elongate rail and a display module for displaying alpha numeric information to passengers on a mass transit vehicle. The display modules may be mounted along a top and bottom edge directly to the top and bottom elongate rails. End caps are mounted to the ends of the elongate rail forming a structurally sound frame about the display module. | 12-27-2012 |
20140022792 | DISPLAY DEVICE FOR TRANSPORTATION VEHICLE - Disclosed is a displayed device having a top and bottom elongate rail and a display module for displaying alpha numeric information to passengers on a mass transit vehicle. The display modules may be mounted along a top and bottom edge directly to the top and bottom elongate rails. End caps are mounted to the ends of the elongate rail forming a structurally sound frame about the display module. | 01-23-2014 |
Lawrence Taylor, Washington, DC US
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20110040973 | Selective Encryption in Broker-Based Messaging Systems and Methods - An exemplary method includes transmitting, by a software application subsystem, a request to an encryption services subsystem to route a message generated by an originating software application to a recipient software application through a message broker subsystem, acquiring, by the software application subsystem, data representative of a current encryption configuration of the message broker subsystem from the encryption services subsystem in response to the request, and determining, by the software application subsystem, during a run time of the originating software application whether to encrypt the message before the message is transmitted to the message broker subsystem for routing to the recipient software application, the determination based at least in part on the current encryption configuration of the message broker subsystem. Corresponding methods and systems are also disclosed. | 02-17-2011 |
Leonard C. Taylor, Bakersfield, CA US
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20110302709 | MULTI-USE PORTABLE HAND HELD HYGIENIC DEVICE - A multi-functional handheld hygienic device with a J-shaped nozzle and attachment options for alternate use externally on either the genital area as a bidet or the rectal area as a wash and for use internally in the genital area as a douche and the rectal area as an enema. A temperature controlled water tank or water diverter attached to a combined hot and cold faucet supplies temperature controlled water to the nozzle. | 12-15-2011 |
Lori N. Taylor, Washington, DC US
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20100017941 | Headwear cooling system and associated method - A combined headwear and cooling system preferably includes a headwear, a mechanism for introducing and circulating external ambient air, and a mechanism for selectively discharging the external ambient air from the inner surface area in such a manner that a discharge rate of the external ambient air is regulated along a plurality of separate target zones defined along the curvilinear region. The present invention allows the user to control the air flow along different portions of the curvilinear region and thereby focus the cooling process on regions that are prone to overheat more quickly than others. | 01-28-2010 |
Mark R. Taylor, Essex Junction, VT US
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20080222472 | METHOD FOR AUTOMATIC TEST PATTERN GENERATION FOR ONE TEST CONSTRAINT AT A TIME - A method for automatically generating test patterns for an IC device includes initially generating a subset of available test patterns according to each of a plurality of test constraints for the IC device, determining an incremental amount of total test coverage of the IC device attributable to each of the test constraints as a result of the initially generated subset of test patterns therefor; determining the test constraint initially providing the largest amount of incremental test coverage, and thereafter generating another subset of test patterns therefor; and iteratively determining the current test constraint providing the largest amount of incremental test coverage, and continuing to generate additional test patterns therefor until one or more test exit criteria is reached. | 09-11-2008 |
20090027075 | System And Method of Digitally Testing An Analog Driver Circuit - A circuit and method of testing an analog driver circuit using digital scan-based test methodologies. The circuit of the present invention comprises a control circuit for generating signals in response to a test enable signal, a differential driver circuit for receiving a differential input signal, amplifying the differential input signal and transmitting a differential output signal in response to the differential input signal and the signals generated by the control circuit, a programmable termination impedance circuit for generating a differential termination impedance at the output node of the differential driver circuit in response the signals generated by the control circuit, and a differential receiver circuit for receiving the differential output from the differential driver circuit, convert the differential output signal to a single ended signal and transmitting the single ended signal, all in response to the test enable signal. The method of the present invention comprises digitally testing the differential driver circuit by activating a test enable signal, skewing the differential output termination impedance in response to the test enable signal, adjusting a voltage offset of the differential receiver circuit in response to the test enable signal, selecting a power level for the differential driver circuit in response to the test enable signal, enabling a decoder in response to the test enable signal, wherein the decoder activates only one segment of the differential driver circuit during any one test sequence, activating one of the segments for testing, stimulating the differential driver circuit with digital test patterns, receiving an output of the differential driver circuit by the differential receiver circuit, converting the received differential driver output to a single-ended signal, observing the single-ended signal; and deactivating the test enable signal. | 01-29-2009 |
20090102507 | DESIGN STRUCTURE FOR SHUTTING OFF DATA CAPTURE ACROSS ASYNCHRONOUS CLOCK DOMAINS DURING AT-SPEED TESTING - A design structure embodied in a machine readable medium used in a design process includes an apparatus for testing logic devices configured across asynchronous clock domains, including a deactivation mechanism for deactivating, during at-speed fault testing, a local clock signal for each of a first plurality of latches having at least one data input thereto originating from a source located within an asynchronous clock domain with respect thereto; wherein the deactivation mechanism is configured to permit data capture within the first plurality of latches, and wherein the deactivation mechanism is further configured to permit at-speed data launch from the first plurality of latches to downstream latches with respect thereto during at-speed testing. | 04-23-2009 |
20090106608 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SELECTIVELY IMPLEMENTING LAUNCH OFF SCAN CAPABILITY IN AT SPEED TESTING - An apparatus for selectively implementing launch-off-scan capability in at-speed testing of integrated circuit devices includes a control device configured to selectively disable a master clock signal of a latch structure under test such that a pulse sequence of a system clock signal results in a slave-master-slave clock pulse sequence in the latch structure under test; wherein the control device utilizes the system clock signal as an input thereto and operates in a self-resetting fashion that is timing independent with respect to a scan chain. | 04-23-2009 |
20120150473 | CLOCK EDGE GROUPING FOR AT-SPEED TEST - A method of grouping clock domains includes: separating a plurality of test clocks into a plurality of domain groups by adding to each respective one of the plurality of domain groups those test clocks that originate from a same clock source and have a unique clock divider ratio; sorting the domain groups in decreasing order of size; and creating a plurality of parts by adding the respective one of the plurality of domain groups to a first one of the plurality of parts in which already present test clocks have a different clock source, and creating a new part and adding the respective one of the plurality of domain groups to the new part when test clocks present in the respective one of the plurality of domain groups originate from a respective same clock source and have a different clock divider ratio as test clocks present in all previously-created parts. | 06-14-2012 |
Martin P. Taylor US
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20120073913 | BRAKE ASSEMBLY - A disc brake assembly includes a brake pad having a first pad abutment spaced from a second pad abutment and a third pad abutment positioned between the first pad abutment and the second pad abutment. An actuator is operable to apply a force to the brake pad to apply the brake. The disc brake assembly has a first reaction abutment facing the first pad abutment, a second reaction abutment facing the second pad abutment, and a third reaction abutment facing the third pad abutment. The first, second and third pad abutments are operable to transfer brake pad drag torque to the first, second and third reaction abutments respectively. The disc brake is configured such that under no load conditions with the third pad abutment engaging the third reaction abutment, the first pad abutment is spaced from the first reaction abutment. | 03-29-2012 |
20120298456 | DISC BRAKE - A disc brake includes a brake disc, a sliding caliper, a single piston, and a brake pad carrier comprising a leading part and a trailing part. The brake pad carrier includes mounting features for securing the brake pad carrier to an associated structure of a vehicle. The mounting features define a mounting side and a non-mounting side of the brake. A mounting side brake pad comprises mounting side friction material and a non-mounting side brake pad comprising non-mounting side friction material. The center of pressure of the non-mounting side friction material is circumferentially aligned with the piston and the center of pressure of the mounting side friction material is offset in relation to the piston towards the leading part of the brake pad carrier. | 11-29-2012 |
Matthew Joel Taylor US
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20100112181 | Recovery of Antioxidants from Decaffeination Process - The present invention relates to a process to recover an antioxidant component. The process can include decaffeinating coffee beans to produce a decaffeination stream and decaffeinated coffee beans and then processing the decaffeination stream to recover the antioxidant component. The decaffeinated coffee beans can be in a usable form after decaffeination so that they can be used as part of a coffee making process to make roast and ground coffee for conventional brewing. | 05-06-2010 |
Melinda Taylor, Napa, CA US
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20120255865 | METHOD OF COOLING PERSONAL, COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY - This is directed to systems, processes, machines, and other means that produce a reduced solution for cooling machinery. The invention can produce a superior coolant, or has a superior ability to reduce or transfer heat through the use of highly reduced water with a high potential of hydrogen and increased production of electrons in a rapid state of disassociation, which produces a highly active (energy) solution with an increased ability to transfer heat. This superior coolant is a cathodic non-corrosive medium, which possesses an increased ability to transfer heat. | 10-11-2012 |
Michael C. Taylor, Bakersfield, CA US
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20110302709 | MULTI-USE PORTABLE HAND HELD HYGIENIC DEVICE - A multi-functional handheld hygienic device with a J-shaped nozzle and attachment options for alternate use externally on either the genital area as a bidet or the rectal area as a wash and for use internally in the genital area as a douche and the rectal area as an enema. A temperature controlled water tank or water diverter attached to a combined hot and cold faucet supplies temperature controlled water to the nozzle. | 12-15-2011 |
Michael T. Taylor, Newark, CA US
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20120009667 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ANALYZING FLUID SAMPLE - The present invention provides a cartridge for analyzing a fluid sample. The cartridge provides for the efficient separation of cells or viruses in the sample from the remaining sample fluid, lysis of the cells or viruses to release the analyte (e.g., nucleic acid) therefrom, and optionally chemical reaction and/or detection of the analyte. The cartridge is useful in a variety of diagnostic, life science research, environmental, or forensic applications for determining the presence or absence of one or more analytes in a sample. | 01-12-2012 |
20120171758 | Device for extracting nucleic acid from a sample - The present invention provides a cartridge for analyzing a fluid sample. The cartridge provides for the efficient separation of cells or viruses in the sample from the remaining sample fluid, lysis of the cells or viruses to release the analyte (e.g., nucleic acid) therefrom, and optionally chemical reaction and/or detection of the analyte. The cartridge is useful in a variety of diagnostic, life science research, environmental, or forensic applications for determining the presence or absence of one or more analytes in a sample. | 07-05-2012 |
Nathan D. Taylor, Scotts Valley, CA US
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20120309510 | PERSONALIZED INFORMATION FOR A NON-ACQUIRED ASSET - Described herein are methods and systems for providing personalized information for a non-acquired asset. The personalized information can be based on data related to the user's friends, friends of the user's friends, and the user. In one embodiment, a computer-implemented method is performed by processing logic that allows a user to access a first user account. The processing logic causes a system to present at least a first asset that is inaccessible by the first user account. The first asset may be associated with a second user account that is linked to the first user account. The processing logic may receive a selection of the first asset. The processing logic, in response to the selection, causes the system to automatically present data related to the first asset. The data may be personalized to the first user account and based on the second user account. | 12-06-2012 |
20120311504 | EXTENSIBLE ARCHITECTURE FOR NAVIGATING A HIERARCHY - Described herein are methods and systems for providing an extensible architecture for navigating a data hierarchy. For example, in at least certain embodiments, a module on a system provides a hub architecture for navigation. One or more selections can navigate within a hub and also between hubs with each hub having selectable navigation options. | 12-06-2012 |
20130331158 | IMPLEMENTING CHALLENGES IN SINGLE-PLAYER GAMES - A method of implementing challenges in single-player games starts with a server receiving a challenge from a first mobile device and transmitting the challenge to a second mobile device. The challenge may include a high score or an achievement of a single-player game obtained on the first mobile device. The server may determine that a new high score is obtained on the second mobile device that is equal or greater than the high score included in the challenge or that the achievement is completed on the second mobile device. The server may then transmit a notification to the first mobile device that the challenge has been completed. If the server determines that the new high score is obtained, the notification may include a new challenge from the second mobile device to the first mobile device and the new challenge may include the new high score. Other embodiments are also described. | 12-12-2013 |
20140106888 | TURN-BASED EXCHANGES - System of structuring match data updates in multiplayer games includes a plurality of portable electronic devices and a server. Each device may execute a match and store match data. A current device, which is one of the devices, controls the current turn in the match. The current device may establish exchanges that occur during the current turn which includes at least one of: (i) sending a request to at least one of the devices, (ii) receiving a request from at least one of the devices, (iii) receiving a reply to a request from at least one of the devices, and (iv) sending a reply to a request to at least one of the devices. The server is communicatively coupled with the devices to synchronize the match data stored on each of the devices when the current device updates the match data stored on the current device. Other embodiments are described. | 04-17-2014 |
Nathaniel Brook Taylor, Santa Barbara, CA US
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20110280725 | Long Term Rotor Parking on a Wind Turbine - A method for locking a rotor of a wind turbine in a long term parking state is disclosed. The method may include applying rotor brakes, enabling a long term parking configuration of the rotor and providing an emergency feather response for protecting the wind turbine against faults. | 11-17-2011 |
20120009062 | Load Mitigation During Extreme Yaw Error on a Wind Turbine - A method for mitigating loads on a wind turbine in yaw error events is disclosed. The method may include determining a yaw error and a speed of the wind turbine and determining a magnitude of de-rating of the wind turbine based upon magnitudes of the yaw error and the speed. The method may further include reducing power output of the wind turbine based upon the magnitude of de-rating. | 01-12-2012 |
20130045098 | Cyclic Pitch Control System for Wind Turbine Blades - In a wind turbine, an open loop control algorithm for incrementally or positively adjusting the pitch angles of individual rotor blades may be used to increase spacing between the base of the turbine tower and an approaching blade tip. As each rotating blade passes in front of the tower base, a minimum clearance distance may be assured to avoid blade tip strikes of the base. In accordance with at least one embodiment of the control algorithm, as each blade approaches the tower base, it may be feathered to reduce its power loading, and to facilitate increased clearance beyond the normal unloading or feathering produced by the so-called tower shadow effect. To offset resultant loss of torque, the remaining blades may be correspondingly pitched toward power, i.e. into the wind, to balance and/or smooth out the overall rotor torque curve, and thus to avoid torque ripples. | 02-21-2013 |
Nicholas L. Taylor, Pine Valley, CA US
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20120044101 | Method for an enhanced incremental-absolute position sensor system - A pseudo-absolute position of a rotating axis is sensed at a desired resolution by employing a single absolute encoders of a resolution that is lower than the desired resolution in combination with a home position sensor that is activated by a home position actuator attached to the axis. The home position sensor and actuator provide an initial count and context of absolute encoder rotations about the axis. Whereas the absolute encoder data is utilized directly for the lower bits of the enhanced position data, overflows and underflows of the absolute encoder data are utilized for the purpose of counting the absolute encoder rotations wherein the rotation count forms the upper bits of the enhanced position data. Additionally, the data from the absolute encoder can be manipulated so as to make a mechanical misalignment between the encoder, the home position sensor and actuator essentially inconsequential to the operation and accuracy of the enhanced incremental-absolute position sensor system. | 02-23-2012 |
Patrick Taylor, Huntsville, AL US
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20110153314 | METHOD FOR DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTING THE SPECTRAL CONTENT OF AN AUDIO SIGNAL - A method for dynamically adjusting the spectral content of an audio signal, which increases the harmonic content of said audio signal, said method comprising translating an encoded digital signal into data bands, creating a psychoacoustic model to identify sections of said data bands that are deficient in harmonic quality, analyzing the fundamental frequency and amplitude of said harmonically deficient data bands, creating additional higher order harmonics for said harmonically deficient data bands, adding said higher order harmonics back to said encoded digital signal to form a newly enhanced signal, inverse filtering said newly enhanced signal, and converting said inverse filtered signal to an analog waveform for consumption by the listener. | 06-23-2011 |
20140211967 | METHOD FOR DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTING THE SPECTRAL CONTENT OF AN AUDIO SIGNAL - A method for dynamically adjusting the spectral content of an audio signal, which increases the harmonic content of said audio signal, said method comprising translating an encoded digital signal into data bands, creating a psychoacoustic model to identify sections of said data bands that are deficient in harmonic quality, analyzing the fundamental frequency and amplitude of said harmonically deficient data bands, creating additional higher order harmonics for said harmonically deficient data bands, adding said higher order harmonics back to said encoded digital signal to form a newly enhanced signal, inverse filtering said newly enhanced signal, and converting said inverse filtered signal to an analog waveform for consumption by the listener. | 07-31-2014 |
Perry A. Taylor, Raymond, MS US
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20100116037 | Transportable apparatus and method for enabling determination of erodibility characteristics - A transportable system and method for determining erodibility of a surface such as that of an earthen embankment. Select embodiments deploy an instrumented portable bottomless open channel test enclosure, either a manifold or an inlet to a flume, and sufficient piping and valves to provide a fluid flow over a surface of interest. Select embodiments use mounts, such as spikes, affixed to the bottom edges of the open channel to position the channel flush against the surface, thus reducing or preventing fluid leakage along the periphery. Select embodiments emulate a hydraulic open channel having smooth vertical sides as may be found in a civil engineering laboratory. Select embodiments incorporate an external pump, gauges for taking measurements while fluid flows through the channel, an inlet and an outlet and a re-cycling sub-system from the outlet to the inlet. | 05-13-2010 |
Polly Margaret Taylor US
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20120255500 | FORCE MEASUREMENT - A rodent enclosure dimensioned in length, width and height so as to allow a rodent to run freely along the length of the enclosure, but not turn around without standing on its hind legs. The enclosure has a floor with bars extending transversely to allow access for a force sensor's probe from below. A force measurement device for use with the rodent enclosure to measure the tactile response of a rodent comprising a measurement probe connected to a device body. The probe has a tip which can be engaged with a rodent's paw through the floor of the enclosure. The device body has a fixed body part and a rotatable body part arranged to allow relative rotation between them. A rotation sensor detects the relative rotation and outputs a measurement parameter having values that are calibrated against force values associated with forces applied to the probe's tip. | 10-11-2012 |
R. Earl Taylor, Selbyville, DE US
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20130008725 | FRY STATION WITH INTEGRAL PORTION WEIGHT SENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A food portion preparation station has an integral portion weight sensing system configured for portion control. A fry ribbon with integral portion weight sensing includes a weight sensor and software to weigh individual orders of comestibles such as french fries in selected portion sizes and as the operator is adding comestibles to the container, an instant indication is provided on a display showing the operator that a full order or portion is delivered while avoiding unnecessary loss in excessive portions, thereby preserving the restaurant owner's profit margin. Comestibles are taken from a holding area and placed into a container having a selected portion size corresponding to an assigned weight. The fry ribbon structure incorporates the weight sensor and each weighed portion is moved laterally along the queue defined by ribbon area for retrieval and service to a customer. | 01-10-2013 |
20140138163 | Cup-Holding Repositionable Food Scale Weight Sensing System, Fry Ribbon Bridge Assembly And Method - A transportable and repositionable portion control system | 05-22-2014 |
Richard Francis Taylor, Campbell, CA US
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20120056297 | BALUNS FOR RF SIGNAL CONVERSION AND IMPEDANCE MATCHING - A magnetically-coupled structure is integrated with an integrated circuit in back end-of-line (BEOL) digital CMOS fabrication processes. A differential primary (or secondary) coil is formed by patterning a thick copper (Cu) metal layer, and a single-ended secondary (or primary) coil is formed by patterning a thick aluminum (Al) top metal bonding layer. Crossovers and/or cross-unders are formed using thin metal layers. One embodiment provides a stacked balun with a differential primary input winding defined in the copper layer, directly underneath a single-ended spiral winding defined in the aluminum layer. The spiral forms the single-ended secondary output of the balun and is rotated by 90° to prevent metal shorting for its cross-under connections. Another embodiment provides a transformer with one differential primary (or secondary) coil defined in the copper layer and another differential secondary (or primary) coil defined in the aluminum layer and adding a center tap. The position of the tap is selected to compensate for phase differences and provide desired balance. | 03-08-2012 |
Richard H. Taylor, Columbus, MS US
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20110319844 | Fluid Containment Pouch - A fluid containment pouch is provided that includes a first layer of material having a first thermal characteristic and a second layer of material having a second thermal characteristic. The first layer of material is thermally compatible with a patient covering upon which it is to be thermally bonded. Thermal bonds between the fluid containment pouch and the patient covering form fluid containment channels that retain expelled body fluids during a patient's operation to help maintain a sterile operating environment. | 12-29-2011 |
R. Mickal Taylor, Tyler, TX US
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20120247756 | Fluid-Saving Pump Down Tool - A fluid saver tool for deploying in a wireline string comprises a main shaft having a concentric seat attached to a lower end of the main shaft and a variable-diameter piston assembly concentrically disposed on the main shaft and seated against the concentric seat. A concentric thrust bushing is installed on the main shaft in contact with an upper end of variable diameter piston opposite from the concentric seat. The tool enables the deployment operation to be accomplished with much less water, lower pump pressures and energy losses, and substantially less time required to complete the operation. | 10-04-2012 |
Robbie K. Taylor, Wynne, AR US
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20130008578 | Lighter Than Air Tire and Tube - A tire for a vehicle may include a cavity, and the cavity may be filled with a lighter than air gas. The gas may be hot air. The gas may be neon. The gas may be ammonia. The gas may be methane. The tire may include an interior surface having a reflective surface. The tire may include a tire tube having an exterior surface having a reflective surface. The tire may include a tire tube having an interior surface having a reflective surface. | 01-10-2013 |
Robert Edward Taylor, Newbury, VT US
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20130031350 | Configuring an Electronic Device Based on a Transaction - A first network signal is received indicating a device identifier in response to a transaction involving an electronic device uniquely associated with the device identifier. An entity identifier specific to an entity associated with the transaction is determined. In response to an initialization event of the electronic device, a second network signal from the electronic device is received that identifies the electronic device. In response to the second network signal, a configuration is communicated to the electronic device that is specific to the entity associated with the transaction. | 01-31-2013 |
Robert M. Taylor, Newark, DE US
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20110010023 | Method and apparatus for managing and controlling manned and automated utility vehicles - A method and apparatus for managing manned and automated utility vehicles, and for picking up and delivering objects by automated vehicles. A machine vision image acquisition apparatus determines the position and the rotational orientation of vehicles in a predefined coordinate space by acquiring an image of one or more position markers and processing the acquired image to calculate the vehicle's position and rotational orientation based on processed image data. The position of the vehicle is determined in two dimensions. Rotational orientation (heading) is determined in the plane of motion. An improved method of position and rotational orientation is presented. Based upon the determined position and rotational orientation of the vehicles stored in a map of the coordinate space, a vehicle controller, implemented as part of a computer, controls the automated vehicles through motion and steering commands, and communicates with the manned vehicle operators by transmitting control messages to each operator. | 01-13-2011 |
20110093134 | Method and apparatus for collision avoidance - A method and apparatus for avoiding collisions of moving vehicles in an environment that utilizes a position and rotational orientation system to track vehicle locations within a preconfigured operational zone, the method comprising using position tracking data to calculate a predicted trajectory and safety zone of each vehicle for a predetermined prediction time period and determining potential areas of intersection with vehicles to predict collisions. | 04-21-2011 |
20120126000 | LOAD TRACKING UTILIZING LOAD IDENTIFYING INDICIA AND SPATIAL DISCRIMINATION - Methods and apparatus for determining the location of one or more unit loads in a coordinate space in a facility, comprising an integrated system that identifies a load by reading indicia on the load, determines the position of the indicia in the coordinate space, and stores the indicia position and load identity in a Label Map. A mobile subsystem on each conveying vehicle identifies the location and orientation of that vehicle using a position/orientation sensor, determines the identity of the load, establishes a Target Cube to discriminate the desired load from nearby loads, confirms acquisition of the load, and communicates the information to a fixed-base subsystem. Load identity and the location and orientation of the vehicle when a load is deposited are used to create a Load Map that contains the identity, position and orientation of all identified loads in the coordinate space. | 05-24-2012 |
20120191272 | INFERENTIAL LOAD TRACKING - Methods and apparatus for tracking the location of one or more unit loads in a coordinate space in a facility, comprising an integrated system that identifies a load by communicating with a host computer, determines the position of the load in the coordinate space, and stores the position and load identity in a Load Map. A mobile subsystem on each conveying vehicle identifies the location and orientation of that vehicle using a position/orientation sensor, confirms acquisition of the load, and communicates the information to a fixed-base subsystem when the load is deposited on an automated conveying device. A conveyor controller tracks the load as it is conveyed on the automated conveying device and identifies the load to a subsequent conveying vehicle based upon its position on the conveying device. Loads that are not initially identified are assigned a pseudo-identification for tracking until they can be positively identified. | 07-26-2012 |
20140267703 | Method and Apparatus of Mapping Landmark Position and Orientation - A method and apparatus for determining the location and orientation of landmarks in a coordinate space by identifying the landmarks, determining the location, size, and orientation of landmarks within the field of view of one or more cameras. The one or more camera's three-dimensional coordinate location(s) and orientation(s) are measured for each camera frame, and the landmark location(s) and orientation(s) are transformed into actual coordinates of the coordinate space. An identity, location, and orientation of each landmark is determined for each camera frame, and the multiple data values are stored in a database in a computer memory. Final landmark pose data are resolved by mathematically reducing the multiple location and orientation values for each landmark to single values. Landmark pose data are made available to position determination systems, navigation systems, or item tracking systems. | 09-18-2014 |
Robert N. Taylor, Coventry, RI US
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20120315785 | INSULATION DISPLACEMENT TERMINAL SYSTEM WITH REGULATED WIRE COMPRESSION - An insulation displacement terminal system ( | 12-13-2012 |
Ross Taylor, Bozeman, MT US
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20110262483 | METHODS FOR ISOLATING ENVELOPED VIRUS-BASED VLPS FREE OF INFECTIOUS AGENTS - Enveloped virus-based virus-like particles (VLPs) that are free of infectious agents and substantially as immunogenic as corresponding VLPs prior to inactivation of infectious agents are described. Improved methods of inactivation infectious agents in preparations of enveloped virus-based VLPs are also described wherein the methods do not adversely affect the immunogenicity of the VLPs. | 10-27-2011 |
20140004145 | PURIFICATION OF VIRUS LIKE PARTICLES | 01-02-2014 |
Ryan Taylor, Los Angeles, CA US
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20120087031 | ADAPTIVE DISTURBANCE COMPENSATION WITH MULTI-RATE SYNCHRONIZED SAMPLING - An apparatus and method for providing adaptive disturbance compensation with multi-rate synchronized sampling is disclosed herein. The dynamic disturbance occurring in a media drive during read/write operations is attenuated using the adaptive disturbance compensation scheme. A plurality of compensation filters are used, each of the compensation filters configured to attenuate a disturbance caused by a particular source within the media drive. Each of the compensation filters is computed based on a sampling rate relevant to the respective disturbances. | 04-12-2012 |
20140355153 | ADAPTIVE DISTURBANCE COMPENSATION WITH MULTI-RATE SYNCHRONIZED SAMPLING - An apparatus and method for providing adaptive disturbance compensation with multi-rate synchronized sampling is disclosed herein. The dynamic disturbance occurring in a media drive during read/write operations is attenuated using the adaptive disturbance compensation scheme. A plurality of compensation filters are used, each of the compensation filters configured to attenuate a disturbance caused by a particular source within the media drive. Each of the compensation filters is computed based on a sampling rate relevant to the respective disturbances. | 12-04-2014 |
Samuel Taylor, Oakland, CA US
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20120317841 | ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE SHOES - An athletic shoe includes an outsole, a midsole, an insole, a bootie, a cage surrounding the upper front of the bootie, a tongue, a quarter, a heel counter and wings. The bootie can have one, two, three, four or five individual toe sections which allow the toes of the foot to move independently. The bootie may be removable or adhesively attached to the midsole and the innersole. Both the midsole and the innersole can have slots cut between the toe portions which further allows for independent movement of the toes. The cage and outsole surround the front toe portions of the bootie, insole and midsole. The cage and outsole prevent all large particles from falling between the toes. The individual toe sections in the inventive shoe increase natural foot movement, haptic response and improve stability/balance, footstrike biomechanics and foot strength. | 12-20-2012 |
Scott Taylor, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA US
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20120316596 | BLUNT TIP OBTURATOR - A surgical access device comprises an elongate shaft with a bladeless tip at the distal end. The bladeless tip has an outer surface with a proximal portion, a distal portion, and an intermediate portion. In a cross section in the proximal portion, the outer surface defines a circle. In a cross section in the intermediate portion, the outer surface defines a shape having a length greater than a width. The outer surface has first and second opposing surface portions of the shape that are generally aligned with the length. In a cross section in the distal portion, the outer surface defines a circle. In progressive proximal cross sections in the distal portion, the circle expands. In progressive proximal cross sections in the intermediate portion, a ratio of the width of the shape to the length of the shape increases and the first and second opposing surface portions are more arcuate. | 12-13-2012 |
Scott V. Taylor US
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20120089151 | LAPAROSCOPIC TISSUE RETRIEVAL SYSTEM - A tissue retrieval system can contain and withdraw excised tissue specimens from within a body cavity. The tissue retrieval system can include a tissue retrieval bag, a foldable actuator, and an introducer. The foldable actuator can be foldable between an insertion configuration for placement through an access device without the aid of a grasper or applicator, and a deployed configuration for supporting the tissue retrieval bag in an open state. The actuator can have a foldable handle to facilitate withdrawal from the body cavity. After insertion of the tissue specimens into the retrieval bag, the retrieval bag is then cinched closed to prevent spillage of its contents and to prevent contamination of the body cavity and body cavity wall during withdrawal of the retrieval bag from within the body cavity. | 04-12-2012 |
Sidney Taylor, Houston, TX US
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20110311716 | Plural Component Coating Application System With a Compressed Gas Flushing System and Spray Tip Flip Mechanism - A system for purging a plural component coating application system including: a first pressure regulator for receiving an inert gas, providing the gas at a first pressure; a first valve; a first operator connected to the first valve capable of being controlled by a logic controller; a first check valve; a mixing manifold; a second pressure regulator for receiving an inert gas, providing the gas at a second pressure that is less than the first pressure; a second valve; a second operator connected to the second valve capable of being controlled by a logic controller; a second check valve; a static mixer in fluid communication with the mixing manifold; an outlet from the static mixer for receiving a connection to at least two spraying members; and where the second regulator is capable of providing the second pressure at a pressure that is less than one-fifth of the first pressure. | 12-22-2011 |
Stella L. Taylor, Las Vegas, NV US
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20080301145 | METHOD OF AND SYSTEM FOR MAXIMIZING THE RETURN RATE OF DYNAMIC INQUIRIES INTO A POPULATION - A method of and system for submitting inquiries to members of an organization determine if there is a pending inquiry to be submitted to the member. If there is a pending inquiry to be submitted to the member, the system displays the pending inquiry to the member. The system permits the member to logon to said server if the member responds to said inquiry. The system may allow the member to defer responding to the inquiry and permit the member to logon to the server without responding to the inquiry. If deferral of response to the inquiry is not allowed, the system will deny the member access to the server if the member fails to respond to said inquiry. | 12-04-2008 |
20100146019 | AUTOMATED FILE RELOCATION - A computer-implemented method, system and computer program product for managing computer file storage is presented. In one embodiment the method includes receiving a file for storage. In response to determining that the file exceeds a pre-determined size, the file is stored in a pre-designated folder that is reserved for oversized files. | 06-10-2010 |
20120143828 | AUTOMATED FILE RELOCATION - A processor-implemented method, system and/or computer program product for managing computer file storage is presented. A file, which is designated for storage, is received. Upon determining that the file exceeds a pre-determined size, the file is stored in a pre-designated folder that is reserved for oversized files. This pre-designated folder is protected such that any file stored within the pre-designated folder is prevented from being moved into archival storage. | 06-07-2012 |
Stella Lee Taylor, Las Vegas, NV US
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20100211950 | Automated Termination of Selected Software Applications in Response to System Events - The illustrative embodiments disclose a computer implemented method, apparatus, and computer program product for managing a set of applications. In one embodiment, the process registers a system management event in an application configuration database. Responsive to detecting the registered system management event during execution of one application of the set of applications, the process identifies applications of the set of applications associated with the registered system management event that are executing. The process then terminates the applications of the set of applications associated with the registered system management event that are executing. Responsive to terminating the applications of the set of applications associated with the registered system managing event that are executing, the process then executes a handler that processes the registered system management event. | 08-19-2010 |
Stewart N. Taylor, Los Altos, CA US
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20120243787 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR DOCUMENT IMAGE ANALYSIS USING FEATURE EXTRACTION FUNCTIONS - Methods, systems and computer program products to improve the efficiency and computational speed of an image enhancement process. In an embodiment, information that is generated as interim results during feature extraction may be used in a segmentation and classification process and in a content adaptive enhancement process. In particular, a cleaner image that is generated during a noise removal phase of feature extraction may be used in a content adaptive enhancement process. This saves the content adaptive enhancement process from having to generate a cleaner image on its own. In addition, low-level segmentation information that is generated during a neighborhood analysis and cleanup phase of feature extraction may be used in a segmentation and classification process. This saves the segmentation and classification process from having to generate low-level segmentation information on its own. | 09-27-2012 |
20140036317 | MANAGING CONSISTENT DATA OBJECTS - A method and system for managing consistent data objects are included herein. The method includes detecting an operation to store a consistent data object. Additionally, the method includes detecting an attribute for the consistent data object. Furthermore, the method includes storing the consistent data object based on the attribute. In addition, the method includes determining an additional format of the consistent data object is to be stored. The method also includes generating a second consistent data object based on the additional format and storing the second consistent data object. | 02-06-2014 |
Stuart A. Taylor, San Jose, CA US
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20120221993 | Integrated Circuit Chip with Repeater Flops and Methods for Automated Design of Same - An integrated circuit (IC) chip having repeaters for propagating signals along relatively long wires that extend between and among lower-level physical blocks of the IC chip, wherein the repeaters are implemented as clocked flip-flops (or “repeater flops”). A method for automatically inserting and allocating such repeater flops during the logical and physical design of the IC chip is also provided. | 08-30-2012 |
Tammy Taylor, Irvine, CA US
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20120247496 | FINGERNAIL AND TOENAIL BASE COAT COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF APPLYING THE SAME - Disclosed are compositions and methods for forming a more durable, longer lasting and chip-resistant coating of nail polish upon a fingernail or toenail. The composition comprises a combination of artificial nail builders and photoinitiators, as well as other ingredients, which form a base coat composition. In use, the base coat composition is first applied directly upon the fingernail or toenail and thereafter cured by either UV or LED lighting. Once the base coat is cured upon the fingernail or toenail, conventional nail polish may be applied as desired. The result in cost is exceptionally more robust and chip-resistant than nail polish applied alone. | 10-04-2012 |
Theresa Taylor, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20120329097 | NUCLEIC ACID AMPLIFICATION - The present invention provides improved methods for the amplification of nucleic acid molecules. Methods for amplifying target polynucleotides, including mRNA, using oligonucleotides, DNA and RNA polymerases are provided. The invention further provides compositions and kits for practicing the methods, as well as methods which use the amplification products. | 12-27-2012 |
Thomas H. Taylor, Wylie, TX US
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20120156902 | METHOD FOR RF CONNECTOR GROUNDING - The present invention relates to radio frequency and microwave connectors, and more particularly to grounding methods for printed wiring board edge-launch connectors. The grounding method comprises conducting tabs secured to a PWB and to an attached connector frame holding coaxial connectors. The conducting tabs thus provide a ground connection between the connector frame and one or more ground conductors on the PWB. | 06-21-2012 |
20120194406 | MULTI-BAND ELECTRONICALLY SCANNED ARRAY ANTENNA - A multi-band electronically scanned array antenna including a first sub-assembly having electronic circuits for a first frequency band; a second sub-assembly mechanically coupled to the first sub-assembly and having electronic circuits for a second frequency band; and an aperture adjacent to the first sub-assembly, the aperture being shared by the first sub-assembly and the second sub-assembly. The array antenna may further include a band switching circuit, or a combining circuit for coupling the first sub-assembly or the second sub-assembly to the aperture. The array antenna may also include a third sub-assembly including electronic circuits for a third frequency band. In this way, the aperture is shared by the first sub-assembly, the second sub-assembly, and the third sub-assembly to provide a smaller and lighter array antenna. | 08-02-2012 |
Timothy C. Taylor, Austin, TX US
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20120224602 | CALIBRATION OF AN ON-DIE THERMAL SENSOR - A method of calibrating a thermal sensor includes setting a wafer to a control temperature. The wafer includes the thermal sensor and other chip logic. The method also includes applying power exclusively to a thermal sensor circuit, calibrating the thermal sensor, and storing a calibration result. The method also includes retrieving the calibration result upon application of power to the other chip logic. | 09-06-2012 |
Timothy Wayne Taylor, Decatur, AL US
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20120012535 | OIL SKIMMER CONVEYOR - An oil skimmer conveyor includes an inclined frame attached to a boat or other structure. Upper and lower rollers are connected to the frame, and a continuous belt is supported by the rollers. The lower roller extends into the water, and is at least partially submerged in water. The belt is more permeable to water than to oil, and rotates about the rollers. Water passes through the belt, and oil is carried out of the water by the belt and collected in the boat. | 01-19-2012 |
Tony A. Taylor, Las Vegas, NV US
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20120305586 | Tissue Advancement Device for Tissue Boxes - An apparatus comprises a first plate being configured for supporting a quantity of tissues within a tissue dispenser box. A second plate is configured for resting on a bottom portion of the tissue dispenser box. A resilient structure is configured for urging the first plate in an upward direction. The resilient structure is further configured to be positioned between the first plate and the second plate. Attachment mechanisms are joined to a bottom portion of the first plate and a top portion of the second plate. The attachment mechanisms are configured for joining the resilient structure to the first plate and the second plate. | 12-06-2012 |
Troy R. Taylor, Santa Barbara, CA US
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20120044610 | Y-Doped Barium Strontium Titanate For Stoichiometric Thin Film Growth - Disclosed is a process for generating thin-film barium strontium titanate (“BST”) having a lattice comprised of a plurality of A lattice sites and a B lattice site, in which a yttrium may be found at a location of at least one location of the plurality of A lattice sites or the B lattice site. In one embodiment, the plurality of A lattice sites comprises a location for at least one from a group consisting of barium and strontium. In one embodiment, the B lattice site comprises a location for a titanium. A capacitor having the inventive Y-doped BST dielectric is also disclosed. | 02-23-2012 |
Wayne C. Taylor, Newark, DE US
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20080295774 | Automated Packaging, Inoculation, and Harvesting of Lepidopterous Larvae for Protein Manufacturing - A method for mass rearing of insects. A web including a plurality of wells is provided. Insect eggs or larvae and growth medium are loaded in the wells. The wells are covered. The web is rolled up. The eggs or larvae are incubated during eggs hatch and larval growth. The web is unrolled and the larvae harvested. | 12-04-2008 |