Wickham, US
Charles E. Wickham, Glenford, OH US
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20080208030 | EMG Electrode Apparatus And Positioning System - A system for detecting and analyzing electrical activity in the anatomy of an organism underlying an electrode array provides signals corresponding to electrical activity adjacent each electrode. Such signals are correlated to the underlying anatomy of the organism and representative outputs presented through various types of output devices. Such outputs may include variations in coloration or other qualities in correspondence with representations of underlying anatomical structures. The system includes electrode structures and methods for producing and attaching electrode arrays to the organism. The exemplary form of the invention is used in connection with the diagnosis of muscle activity in the lower lumbar regions of humans. Levels of muscle activity detected are analyzed by correlation with the muscular structures underlying the electrode array. Forms of the invention may be used in other applications. | 08-28-2008 |
Daina Edvina Pupons Wickham, San Jose, CA US
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20120262480 | Color and Symbol Coded Visual Cues for Relating Screen Items to Each Other - Described is a system and method for visually delineating a relationship between diverse, but related graphical objects in a graphical user interface. An icon that has specified color scheme is associated with the diverse, but related graphical objects. When one of the related graphical objects is displayed, the icon is displayed within the displayed graphical object. The persistence of the icon with the specified color scheme in the displayed graphical objects allows them to be recognized as related. | 10-18-2012 |
Daina Pupons Wickham, San Jose, CA US
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20090177964 | VISUAL WIZARD LAUNCH PAD - A computer-readable medium for interfacing with a plurality of wizards in a computer system includes programming instructions for providing the plurality of wizards, providing a launch button on a launch pad, the launch button associated with a wizard, where selection of the launch button executes the wizard, and providing information pertaining to the wizard on the launch pad. The information includes a relationship between the wizard and other wizards on the computer system, elements of the computer system affected by the wizard, and/or how to information showing how to use a user interface of an application on the computer system to accomplish a task. The launch pads are interactive interfaces between a user of a computer system and wizards which exist on the computer system. The information is provided in the form of text and/or visual objects. | 07-09-2009 |
Daniel E. Wickham, Sebastapol, CA US
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20090206032 | Solid Digesting Waste Treatment Unit - The wastewater treatment tank results in high quality effluent meeting what is referred to as “Secondary Treatment Standard. The tank deploys in combination an Facultative Aerobic Bacterial Generators (FABG) that includes a plurality of surrounding horizontally extending bacteria supporting filters disposed in a vertical array along with a second vertical filter media disposed between the FABG and the outlet port. A facultative bacteria generator and additional bacteria supporting filters are also deployed adjacent the FABG and between the second vertical filter media. | 08-20-2009 |
20120097588 | Solid Digesting Waste Treatment Unit - The wastewater treatment tank results in high quality effluent meeting what is referred to as “Secondary Treatment Standard. The tank deploys in combination an Facultative Aerobic Bacterial Generators (FABG) that includes a plurality of surrounding horizontally extending bacteria supporting filters disposed in a vertical array along with a second vertical filter media disposed between the FABG and the outlet port. A facultative bacteria generator and additional bacteria supporting filters are also deployed adjacent the FABG and between the second vertical filter media. | 04-26-2012 |
David Wickham, Madison, OH US
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20140295720 | COLLAPSIBLE FLOATATION SYSTEM - Various embodiments and aspects of the disclosed application relates to a rescue device that can be used to assist in rescue of a person or other entity from a body of water. The rescue device comprises a floatation mechanism, a delivery mechanism, and a retrieval mechanism. The rescue device comprises a length of rope having a looped end of rope on which are located one or more floatation component(s), a weight to facilitate delivery of the components comprising the delivery device, and the length of rope facilitates retrieval of the rescue device. | 10-02-2014 |
David A. Wickham, Bush, LA US
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20150047952 | POSITIVE-DRIVE SPIRAL CONVEYOR - A spiral conveyor for positively driving a hinged, modular conveyor belt along a helical path. The spiral conveyor includes a rotating cylindrical tower with parallel drive members extending from the bottom to the top of the tower on its periphery. Each drive member includes an outwardly protruding ridge extending from the bottom to the top of the tower for engaging the inside edges of the belt. In one version, the ridges at the entrance end of the spiral are movable to provide a gradually decreasing spacing between consecutive ridges as the belt enters the spiral. In another version, alignment elements at the entrance end align belt-edge structure with the tip ends of associated ridges to help engagement. In another version, the ridges at a discharge end of the tower are retractable between an extended position driving the belt and a retracted position. | 02-19-2015 |
David Hirbe Wickham, Madison, OH US
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20110312235 | COLLAPSIBLE FLOATATION SYSTEM - Various embodiments and aspects of the disclosed application relates to a rescue device that can be used to assist in rescue of a person or other entity from a body of water. The rescue device comprises a floatation mechanism, a delivery mechanism, and a retrieval mechanism. The rescue device comprises a length of rope having a looped end of rope on which are located one or more floatation component(s), a weight to facilitate delivery of the components comprising the delivery device, and the length of rope facilitates retrieval of the rescue device. | 12-22-2011 |
David T. Wickham, Lafayette, CO US
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20140283839 | ADVANCED SUPPORTED LIQUID MEMBRANES FOR CARBON DIOXIDE CONTROL IN EXTRAVEHICULAR ACTIVITY APPLICATIONS - There is disclosed a portable life support system with a component for removal of at least one selected gas. In an embodiment, the system includes a supported liquid membrane having a first side and a second side in opposition to one another, the first side configured for disposition toward an astronaut and the second side configured for disposition toward a vacuum atmosphere. The system further includes an ionic liquid disposed between the first side and the second side of the supported liquid membrane, the ionic liquid configured for removal of at least one selected gas from a region housing the astronaut adjacent the first side of the supported liquid membrane to the vacuum atmosphere adjacent the second side of the supported liquid membrane. Other embodiments are also disclosed. | 09-25-2014 |
David Thomas Wickham, Boulder, CO US
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20130199571 | NOVEL THERMAL METHOD FOR RAPID COKE MEASUREMENT IN LIQUID ROCKET ENGINES - There is disclosed a method of cleaning a liquid hydrocarbon-cooled bipropellant rocket engine. In an embodiment, method includes heating the engine to a temperature. The method includes applying ozone for a period of time. The method includes determining the temperature and the period of time are each sufficient to remove carbonaceous deposits. In another embodiment, the method may further include thermally imaging the heat transfer surfaces. There is disclosed apparatus for cleaning a liquid hydrocarbon-cooled bipropellant rocket engine. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a heater, an ozone source, and a thermal camera. Other embodiments are also disclosed. | 08-08-2013 |
Greg Wickham, Petaluma, CA US
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20080246613 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR WIRELESS SECURITY THEFT PREVENTION - A merchandise security system in accordance with one embodiment comprising a security tag configured to be attached to an item; a receiver system configured to receive signals from the security tag and capable of generating location information for the security tag; and a security tag tracking system for receiving location information from the receiver system and determining potential security related problems. A merchandise security system in accordance with another embodiment comprising a security tag configured to be attached to an item; a receiver system configured to receive an alert signal from the security tag upon removal of the security tag from the item; and a security tag tracking system coupled to the receiver system for receiving alert information from the receiver system and determining a potential security related problem. | 10-09-2008 |
Jeff Wickham, Geyserville, CA US
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20130245613 | SELF-CLEANING SURGICAL SUCTION DEVICE WITH INTERCHANGEABLE TIPS - A surgical suction device is disclosed that includes a suction tube having a first longitudinal axis, a proximal opening, and a distal opening; a guide tube that is substantially coextensive with and parallel to the suction tube, and has a second longitudinal axis, a proximal opening, and a distal opening; a stylet having a proximal end and a distal end; and a junction conduit having a proximal opening and a distal opening; wherein the stylet is disposed along the second longitudinal axis and encircled by the guide tube, and the proximal opening of the junction conduit is in contact with the distal opening of the suction tube and the distal opening of the guide tube such that the distal opening of the junction conduit is in fluid communication with the suction tube, and urging the stylet through the guide tube along the second longitudinal axis through the junction conduit translates the distal end of the stylet to the distal opening of the junction conduit. | 09-19-2013 |
Jeffrey Wickham, Hermando, MS US
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20160038301 | SPINAL IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal implant comprises a first vertebral engaging surface and a second vertebral engaging surface. A wall extends between the surfaces. The wall includes an inner bone growth resistant layer and an outer layer. Systems and methods of use are disclosed. | 02-11-2016 |
Jeffrey Wickham, Hernando, MS US
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20160022430 | SPINAL IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal implant comprises a body including a first vertebral engaging surface and a second vertebral engaging surface. At least one of the surfaces includes at least one tissue penetrating member. The at least one member includes a cutting surface and a guide surface that defines a cavity configured for disposal of tissue. Systems and methods of use are disclosed. | 01-28-2016 |
20160022431 | SPINAL IMPLANT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A spinal implant is provided that comprises a first vertebral engaging surface and a second vertebral engaging surface. A wall extends between the surfaces. A lattice is disposed adjacent the wall and extending between the surfaces. Systems and methods of use are disclosed. | 01-28-2016 |
Jeffrey N. Wickham, Geyserville, CA US
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20120289941 | SELF-CLEANING SURGICAL SUCTION DEVICE - A suction device is disclosed that includes a suction tube having a first longitudinal axis, and proximal and distal openings; a guide tube that is substantially coextensive with and parallel to the suction tube, and has a second longitudinal axis, and proximal and distal openings; a stylet having proximal and distal ends; and a junction conduit having proximal and distal openings; wherein the stylet is disposed along the second longitudinal axis and encircled by the guide tube, and the proximal opening of the junction conduit contacts the distal opening of the suction tube and the distal opening of the guide tube such that the distal opening of the junction conduit is in fluid communication with the suction tube, and urging the stylet through the guide tube translates the stylet to the distal opening of the junction conduit. | 11-15-2012 |
Jimmie Howard Wickham, Irving, TX US
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20090065519 | Universal Lid Closure for Underground Landscape Boxes - A universal lid closure for underground landscape boxes that universally adapts to all underground landscape box sizes by the design of flexible flaps Mat extend radially outwardly from their attachments to the lid body. The flaps are preferably of varying lengths and widths. A plurality of flexible flaps prevent accidental lid removal by exerting resilient force at a precise angle on the underground landscape box wall. A lid top is provided to enclose all box opening circumferences in each box class, and the flexible flaps are molded at a precise angle to horizontal to deter fatigue within the flexible flap. | 03-12-2009 |
Joseph S. Wickham, Simi Valley, CA US
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20100292841 | ROBOT WITH 3D GRASPING CAPABILITY - A robotic harvester has a mobile platform. A programmable multi-axis robot arm is connected to the platform. The robot arm is mounted to a computer controller. A stereovision camera connected to the computer is mounted on the mobile platform. The camera views the area under the mobile platform and identifies objects in geometric coordinates. The robot arm is directed to the location of the object and a gripper on the robot arm grasps the object. The stem is separated from the object and the object is deposited on a sorting conveyor. The harvester is incrementally moved. A method of harvesting is disclosed. | 11-18-2010 |
Josh Wickham, San Francisco, CA US
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20130130762 | SPECIALTY WITHIN ONLINE GAME - Embodiments are presented for executing an online game. One method includes an operation for creating an animation on a game board that is associated with a player. The animation includes a non-player character that delivers an invitation to start a master mission having quests. If the player accepts, an application from the player is received to start the master mission, the application including the selection of a specialty from a plurality of specialties available for the master mission. The method further includes an operation for delivering a quest reward after completing at least one of the quests from the plurality of quests, where the quest reward includes a wearable status item for an avatar of the player in the game board. In addition, a master reward is delivered after the completion of the master mission. The master reward includes the ability to perform game operations associated with the specialty. | 05-23-2013 |
Mark Boyce Wickham, Deleon Springs, FL US
Michael G. Wickham, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA US
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20100238538 | OPTICAL FIBER AMPLIFIER AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - A method is provided for forming an optical fiber amplifier. The method comprises providing a composite preform having a gain material core that includes one or more acoustic velocity varying dopants to provide a longitudinally varying acoustic velocity profile along the gain material core to suppress Stimulated Brillouin Scattering (SBS) effects by raising the SBS threshold and drawing the composite preform to form the optical fiber amplifier. | 09-23-2010 |
Nilesh Wickham, Troy, MI US
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20080290696 | Movable vehicular roof - A soft top roof system for an automotive vehicle roof system having a track with a lift ramp, a slider that is moveable along the track, and an arm connected to the slider at a pivot and moveable from a neutral position to a lift position. The system includes at least two cross bow connections located on the arm above the pivot point and a guide located on the arm opposite the at least two cross bow connections, the guide moves along the lift ramp. | 11-27-2008 |
Rich Wickham, Seattle, WA US
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20110312398 | Tracking Career Progression Based On User Activities - A method for generating career progression information for a user participating in one or more activities in a processing device is disclosed. User progress in the activities is tracked. The activities include game activities and non-game activities. Achievement scores for the user based on the game activities and the non-game activities are determined The achievement scores are aggregated across the game activities and the non-game activities to generate an aggregated career score for the user. Career progression information is generated for the user, based on the aggregated career score. | 12-22-2011 |
Thomas Wickham, Groton, MA US
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20100330029 | Cancer Treatments with Radiation and Immunocytokines - The present invention is directed to a method for treating tumors and cancer cells by administering an immunocytokine following radiation treatment. This combination of treatments can stimulate an immune response at irradiated and non-irradiated sites, which is useful in eradicating cancer cells that have spread from the site of the primary tumor. In addition, immunocytokines can be administered at a dose that is less that the maximum tolerated dose, which reduces the side effects associated with immunocytokine therapy. | 12-30-2010 |
20110286976 | BI-SPECIFIC FUSION PROTEINS - Bi-specific fusion proteins with therapeutic uses are provided, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising such fusion proteins, and methods for using such fusion proteins to repair damaged tissue. The bi-specific fusion proteins generally comprise: (a) a targeting polypeptide domain that binds to an ischemia-associated molecule; and (b) an activator domain that that detectably modulates the activity of a cellular network. | 11-24-2011 |
20110293579 | Bi-specific fusion proteins - Bi-specific fusion proteins with therapeutic uses are provided, as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising such fusion proteins, and methods for using such fusion proteins to repair or regenerate damaged or diseased tissue. The bi-specific fusion proteins generally comprise: (a) a targeting polypeptide domain that binds to a target molecule; and (b) an activator domain that detectably modulates tissue regeneration. | 12-01-2011 |
20140023698 | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION FOR PREVENTING CARDIOTOXICITY IN TREATMENT WITH ERBB2-TARGETED IMMUNOLIPOSOMES COMPRISING ANTHRACYCLIN CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS - Methods for determining dosage of HER2-targeted anthracycline-containing immunoliposomes are disclosed, as are methods of treating cancer patients with HER2-positive tumors using dosages so determined. Upon administration, the dosages share the low cardiotoxicity profile of standard dosages of non-immunoliposomal (untargeted), anthracycline-containing liposomes. | 01-23-2014 |
20150093328 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR NON-INVASIVE IMAGING - The present invention relates to a novel composition useful in targeted diagnostic and/or therapy of a target site, such as cancerous tissue. The composition and methods disclosed herein find particular use in diagnosing and imaging cancerous tissue. The present invention provides a new diagnostic tool for the utilization of positron emission tomography (PET) imaging technique. | 04-02-2015 |
20160038416 | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION FOR PREVENTING CARDIOTOXICITY IN TREATMENT WITH ERBB2-TARGETED IMMUNOLIPOSOMES COMPRISING ANTHRACYCLINE CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS - Methods for determining dosage of HER2-targeted anthracycline-containing immunoliposomes are disclosed, as are methods of treating cancer patients with HER2-positive tumors using dosages so determined. Upon administration, the dosages share the low cardiotoxicity profile of standard dosages of non-immunoliposomal (untargeted), anthracycline-containing liposomes. | 02-11-2016 |
20160038417 | DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION FOR PREVENTING CARDIOTOXICITY IN TREATMENT WITH ERBB2-TARGETED IMMUNOLIPOSOMES COMPRISING ANTHRACYCLINE CHEMOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS - Methods for determining dosage of HER2-targeted anthracycline-containing immunoliposomes are disclosed, as are methods of treating cancer patients with HER2-positive tumors using dosages so determined. Upon administration, the dosages share the low cardiotoxicity profile of standard dosages of non-immunoliposomal (untargeted), anthracycline-containing liposomes. | 02-11-2016 |
Timothy Wickham, Tappan, NY US
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20120068832 | Wall-Mounted Control System for a Portable Touch Screen Device - Presented is a wall-mounted control system for a portable touch screen device. The control system includes a housing, a touch screen mounting member moveably coupled to the housing and configured to releasably hold the portable touch screen device, a processor configured for providing an interface between the portable touch screen device and one or more remote systems, a docking connector configured for electrically mating with the portable touch screen device and establishing electrical communication between the processor and the portable touch screen device, and a communication circuitry configured for establishing communication between the processor the one or more remote systems. | 03-22-2012 |
20130126107 | System for Coupling a Roller Shade and Shade Motor - Presented is a roller shade system that includes a roller shade drive unit that includes a shade motor and a motor crown that includes one or more grooves. The system further includes a roller shade tube, and a motor crown adapter. The motor crown adapter includes a flange and a cylindrical portion that includes one or more tabs. The cylindrical portion is disposed inside, and coupled to, the roller shade tube. The flange and cylindrical portion together define an opening for receiving the shade motor therethrough. The one or more tabs are configured for engaging the one or more grooves to releaseably couple the motor crown adapter to the motor crown. | 05-23-2013 |
20130284383 | ADJUSTABLE ROLLER SHADE MOUNTING BRACKET - Presented is a roller shade mounting bracket. The bracket includes a main bracket that includes a top member defining a plurality of elongated openings extending therethrough, where each elongated opening is dimensioned and arranged for receiving a mounting screw and enabling movement along a first axis. The bracket further includes a first sub-bracket movably coupleable to the main bracket, where the first sub-bracket is movable along a second axis. The bracket further includes a second sub-bracket movably coupleable to the first sub-bracket and coupleable to a roller shade motor or a roller shade idler, where the second sub-bracket is movable along a third axis and rotatable about the first axis. | 10-31-2013 |
20150101766 | System for Coupling a Roller Shade and Shade Motor - Presented is a roller shade system that includes a roller shade drive unit that includes a shade motor and a motor crown that includes one or more grooves. The system further includes a roller shade tube, and a motor crown adapter. The motor crown adapter includes a flange and a cylindrical portion that includes one or more tabs. The cylindrical portion is disposed inside, and coupled to, the roller shade tube. The flange and cylindrical portion together define an opening for receiving the shade motor therethrough. The one or more tabs are configured for engaging the one or more grooves to releaseably couple the motor crown adapter to the motor crown. | 04-16-2015 |
20150109211 | Wall-Mounted Control System for a Portable Touch Screen Device - Presented is a wall-mounted control system for a portable touch screen device. The control system includes a housing, a touch screen mounting member moveably coupled to the housing and configured to releasably hold the portable touch screen device, a processor configured for providing an interface between the portable touch screen device and one or more remote systems, a docking connector configured for electrically mating with the portable touch screen device and establishing electrical communication between the processor and the portable touch screen device, and a communication circuitry configured for establishing communication between the processor the one or more remote systems. | 04-23-2015 |
20150345216 | ADJUSTABLE ROLLER SHADE MOUNTING BRACKET - Presented is a roller shade mounting bracket. The bracket includes a main bracket that includes a top member defining a plurality of elongated openings extending therethrough, where each elongated opening is dimensioned and arranged for receiving a mounting screw and enabling movement along a first axis. The bracket further includes a first sub-bracket moveably coupleable to the main bracket, where the first sub-bracket is moveable along a second axis. The bracket further includes a second sub-bracket moveably coupleable to the first sub-bracket and coupleable to a roller shade motor or a roller shade idler, where the second sub-bracket is moveable along a third axis and rotatable about the first axis. | 12-03-2015 |
Timothy S. Wickham, Huntington Beach, CA US
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20130031413 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PREBOOT DATA VERIFICATION - A method for validating the data defining an executable program prior to loading of the data for program execution is described. The method includes calculating a verification number for the data within a primary data storage area, the data defining an executable program, comparing the calculated verification number with a stored number, executing the program within the primary data storage area if the verification number matches the stored number, calculating a verification number for the data within a secondary data storage area, the data within the secondary data storage area defining the same executable program as that within the primary data storage area, if the verification number and the stored number do not match, comparing the calculated verification number for the data within the secondary data storage area with the stored number, causing the program to be executed if the verification number for the data within the secondary data storage area and the stored number match, and indicating a failure if the verification number for the data within the secondary data storage area and stored number do not match. | 01-31-2013 |