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Chinh Thien Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20100006420 | INLINE INTERLAYER HEATER APPARATUS - An apparatus for making a magnetic recording medium, including a quartz lamp within a sputtering chamber to heat the medium between the application of layers and without disruption to the vacuum integrity of the sputtering system. A process using the apparatus for manufacturing the magnetic recording medium is also claimed. | 01-14-2010 |
Daniel Dao, Diamond Bar, CA US
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20090200906 | Oven rack assembly - A rack assembly for use in an oven includes a rack, a rack frame having a left bar, a right bar, and a rear bar, with the rack coupled to the left bar and the right bar. Each left bar and right bar has a front vertical section, a front horizontal section coupled to the front vertical section, a rear horizontal section coupled to the rear of the front horizontal section, and a rear vertical section that is coupled to the rear of the rear horizontal section. The front vertical section extends downwardly from the front of the front horizontal section, the rear vertical section extends upwardly from the rear of the rear horizontal section, the front horizontal section is disposed at a higher vertical level than the rear horizontal section, and the rear bar has opposite ends that are coupled to the rear vertical section of each of the left and right bars. | 08-13-2009 |
David Vu Dao, Milpitas, CA US
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20130148324 | TOUCH-ENABLED VIDEO WALL SUPPORT SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHOD - Systems, apparatuses, and methods for supporting a touch-enabled video wall are provided. In one embodiment, a video wall support system may include a first frame of support members ( | 06-13-2013 |
Davis S. Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20080258713 | MODULAR INTERFACE - An apparatus for interfacing a test head to a peripheral system is provided. The apparatus includes a first unit having a first connection member for providing electrical communication with the peripheral system, a second unit having a second connection member for providing electrical communication with the test system, and pivot members coupling the first unit and the second unit. The pivot members enable motion in the following sequence as one of the first and second unit moves towards the other: a) pivotal motion between the first connection member and the second connection member; and b) linear motion which decreases linear distance between the first connection member and the second connection member while maintaining respective contact surfaces of the first and second connection members in parallel. | 10-23-2008 |
Edward T. Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20140379840 | PREDICTIVE PREFETCHING OF WEB CONTENT - This disclosure describes systems and methods for predictive prefetching. A server can be modified in accordance with the teachings hereof to predictively prefetch a second object for a client (referred to herein as the dependent object), given a request from the client for a first object (referred to herein as the parent object). When enough information about a parent object request is available, the predictive prefetching techniques disclosed herein can be used to calculate the likelihood that one or more dependent objects might be requested. This enables a server to prefetch them from local or remote storage device, from an origin server, or other source. | 12-25-2014 |
Huutri Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20150137681 | PLASMA GENERATION SOURCE EMPLOYING DIELECTRIC CONDUIT ASSEMBLIES HAVING REMOVABLE INTERFACES AND RELATED ASSEMBLIES AND METHODS - Plasma generation source employing dielectric conduit assemblies having removable interfaces and related assemblies and methods are disclosed. The plasma generation source (PGS) includes an enclosure body having multiple internal surfaces forming an internal chamber having input and output ports to respectively receive a precursor gas for generation of plasma and to discharge the plasma. A dielectric conduit assembly may guide the gas and the plasma away from the internal surface where particulates may be generated. The dielectric conduit assembly includes a first and second cross-conduit segments. The dielectric conduit assembly further includes parallel conduit segments extending from the second cross-conduit segment to distal ends which removably align with first cross-conduit interfaces of the first cross-conduit segment without leaving gaps. In this manner, the dielectric conduit assembly is easily serviced, and reduces and contains particulate generation away from the output port. | 05-21-2015 |
Huy Dao, Turlock, CA US
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20150351784 | DECOMPRESSION INSTRUMENTS AND RELATED METHODS - A decompression instrument is disclosed for removing impacted stool from a patient with long standing chronic constipation. The instrument is configured to enter the gastrointestinal tract through the anus to remove the impacted stool. The removed waste may be temporarily collected in a collection bag having a rim with adhesive for attaching to the patient during a decompression procedure. | 12-10-2015 |
Jeff Dao, San Mateo, CA US
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20110117121 | COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATMENT AND INHIBITION OF PAIN - Methods and compositions for therapy of pain are provided. Compositions comprising therapeutically effective amounts of two or more of an extract of | 05-19-2011 |
Jennifer Dao, Oak Park, CA US
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20100184763 | QUINOLONE BASED COMPOUNDS EXHIBITING, PROLYL HYDROXYLASE INHIBITORY ACTIVITY, AND COMPOSITIONS, AND USES THEREOF - This invention relates to new quinolone based compounds that exhibit prolyl hydroxylase inhibitory activity. This invention also relates to methods of increasing HIF levels or activity in a subject or treating a condition associated with HIF levels or activity in a subject by administering to the subject at least one quinolone based compound. This invention further involves assays for the detection of a hydroxyproline residue in a HW molecule. | 07-22-2010 |
20100240610 | QUINOLONE BASED COMPOUNDS EXHIBITING PROLYL HYDROXYLASE INHIBITORY ACTIVITY, AND COMPOSITIONS, AND USES THEREOF - This invention relates to new quinolone based compounds that exhibit prolyl hydroxylase inhibitory activity. This invention also relates to methods of increasing HIF levels or activity in a subject or treating a condition associated with HIF levels or activity in a subject by administering to the subject at least one quinolone based compound. This invention further involves assays for the detection of a hydroxyproline residue in a HIF molecule. | 09-23-2010 |
Jimmy Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20100234872 | ELECTRICAL CONTACT FOR OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM - An occlusive coil delivery system includes a delivery wire having a distal end coupled to an occlusive device via an electrolytically severable junction, and an electrical contact secured to a proximal end of the delivery wire, which has a non-linear configuration so as to strengthen a mechanical connection with the electrical contact and/or increase electrical conductivity with the electrical contact over a linear configuration. The configuration may be, by way of non-limiting examples, a āUā shape, a spiral, a knot, or a twisted wire. The electrical contact is a conductive material that substantially envelopes the proximal end configuration of the delivery wire. | 09-16-2010 |
20100268251 | DELIVERY WIRE FOR OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A delivery wire assembly for delivery of an occlusive device to a location in a patient's vasculature includes a delivery wire conduit having a proximal tubular portion coupled to a distal coil portion, the respective tubular and coil portions defining a conduit lumen, a plug at least partially seated in the conduit lumen and coupled to an interior surface of the coil portion so as to form a substantially fluid tight seal of the conduit lumen, and a core wire disposed in the conduit lumen, the core wire having a distal end extending through the plug and coupled to an occlusive device | 10-21-2010 |
20100268252 | ELECTRICAL CONTACT FOR OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM - A delivery wire assembly for delivery of an occlusive device to a location in a patient's vasculature includes a delivery wire conduit having a proximal tubular portion coupled to a distal coil portion, the respective tubular and coil portions defining a conduit lumen. A core wire is disposed in the conduit lumen and having a distal end coupled to an occlusive device, wherein an elongate electrical contact body at least partially seated in the conduit lumen and coupled to a proximal end of the core wire, the electrical contact body and the proximal tubular portion forming a junction. A coil collar is disposed around the electrical contact body near the junction | 10-21-2010 |
20110046657 | Embolic Coil Introducer Catheter Locking Mechanisms - An embolic coil introducer system that may include a catheter having a proximal end, a distal end, a lumen extending between the proximal and distal ends and a longitudinal axis, an embolic coil at least partially disposed in the lumen of the catheter, and a wire for moving the embolic coil at least partially disposed in the lumen of the catheter, the wire having a first diameter along a proximal region of the wire, wherein the catheter includes a locking mechanism that provides a friction fit between the catheter and the wire to hold the wire secure relative to the catheter in a first position when no force is applied to the wire and wherein the friction fit may be overcome by the application of a force to the wire to allow the wire to move relative to the catheter. | 02-24-2011 |
20110118772 | DELIVERY WIRE ASSEMBLY FOR OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM - A core wire of a delivery wire assembly for delivery of an occlusive device to a location in a patient's vasculature, includes a wire having a polyimide coating, with a polymer jacket disposed around the polyimide coating, and a hypotube disposed around the polymer jacket. The delivery wire assembly further comprises a delivery wire conduit including a coil disposed around the wire, wherein a proximal end of the coil is connected to a distal end of the hypotube. The polyimide coating may be enhanced with a nano-particle or micro-fiber ceramic, such as yttria-stabilized zirconia. | 05-19-2011 |
20120089174 | VASO-OCCLUSIVE DEVICE - A vaso-occlusive device includes an inner coil made from inner coil wire having a first diameter and formed from a first material, and an outer coil disposed at least partially around the inner coil and made from outer coil wire having a second diameter and formed from a second material. The inner coil has a first pitch and the outer coil has a second pitch. The first diameter, material, and pitch are different from the second diameter, material, and pitch, respectively. The outer coil defines a lumen and the inner coil is disposed at least partially in the lumen. The vaso-occlusive device also includes an intermediate layer disposed between the inner coil and the outer coil, where the intermediate layer includes a biocompatible metal or a biocompatible, swellable polymer. | 04-12-2012 |
20120209309 | VASO-OCCLUSIVE DEVICE - A vaso-occlusive device includes a first wire having a first cross-sectional geometry and a second wire having a second cross-sectional geometry, where the first cross-sectional geometry is different from the second cross-sectional geometry. The first wire may be wound to form a first coil, where the second wire is wound to form a second coil defining a lumen therein, and where the first coil is disposed at least partially in the lumen. The first wire and the second wire may be co-wound to form a single coil. | 08-16-2012 |
20130184743 | ELECTRICAL CONTACT FOR OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM - A delivery wire assembly for delivery of an occlusive device to a location in a patient's vasculature includes a delivery wire conduit having a proximal tubular portion coupled to a distal coil portion, the respective tubular and coil portions defining a conduit lumen. A core wire is disposed in the conduit lumen and having a distal end coupled to an occlusive device, wherein an elongate electrical contact body at least partially seated in the conduit lumen and coupled to a proximal end of the core wire, the electrical contact body and the proximal tubular portion forming a junction. A coil collar is disposed around the electrical contact body near the junction | 07-18-2013 |
20140249570 | DELIVERY WIRE FOR OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM - A delivery wire assembly for delivery of an occlusive device to a location in a patient's vasculature includes a delivery wire conduit having a proximal tubular portion connected to a distal coil portion, and a conduit lumen extending through the proximal tubular portion and the distal coil portion. The delivery wire assembly also includes a core wire disposed in the conduit lumen and having a distal end coupled to an occlusive device. The distal coil portion of the delivery wire assembly includes a plurality of zones and the plurality of zones decrease in stiffness distally along the length of the distal coil portion of the delivery wire assembly. | 09-04-2014 |
20150057700 | VASO-OCCLUSIVE DEVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM - A vaso-occlusive delivery system includes a vaso-occlusive coil, delivery wire assembly, and a link. The vaso-occlusive coil defines a coil lumen and has first and second coil windings defining a coil opening therebetween. The delivery wire assembly defines a delivery wire lumen, and includes an electrolytic detachment zone, a delivery wire conduit, and a delivery wire attached to the delivery wire conduit and extending through the delivery wire lumen distal of the delivery wire conduit. The link defines a link lumen and has link body including a proximal end of the link body defines an link opening in communication with the link lumen and a distal end of the link body includes a link detent extending radially from the link body, through the coil opening, securing the link body and the delivery wire assembly to the vaso-occlusive coil. | 02-26-2015 |
Jimmy D. Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20100228278 | EXPANDING VASO-OCCLUSIVE DEVICE - This is a device for occluding a space within the body. In particular, the device comprises an expandable member, an inner member and one or more stop elements. The devices may be placed in a desired site within a mammal to facilitate the formation of an occlusion. | 09-09-2010 |
20110213405 | VASO-OCCLUSIVE DEVICES WITH ATTACHED POLYMER STRUCTURES - Disclosed herein are vaso-occlusive devices for forming occluding the vasculature of a patient. More particularly, disclosed herein are vaso-occlusive devices comprising at least one polymer structure and methods of making and using these devices. | 09-01-2011 |
Joe Dao, San Francisco, CA US
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20150205822 | Methods and Systems for Contact Management - A method for contact management comprises retrieving, using a mobile electronic device of a user, contact information from multiple external sources. The method next comprises storing said contact information in a memory location of said mobile electronic device. Next, the method comprises determining with a computer processor whether contact information from a portion of said multiple sources at least partially overlaps with contact information from a remainder of said multiple sources. The method next comprises either merging the contact information to generate a consolidated contact record or splitting the contact information to generate split contact records based on the determining the overlap. And then the method comprises storing said consolidated contact record or split contact records in a memory location of said mobile electronic device. | 07-23-2015 |
20150205842 | Methods and Systems for Contact Management - A method for contact management comprises retrieving, using a mobile electronic device of a user, contact information from multiple external sources. The method next comprises storing said contact information in a memory location of said mobile electronic device. Next, the method comprises determining with a computer processor whether contact information from a portion of said multiple sources at least partially overlaps with contact information from a remainder of said multiple sources. The method next comprises either merging the contact information to generate a consolidated contact record or splitting the contact information to generate split contact records based on the determining the overlap. And then the method comprises storing said consolidated contact record or split contact records in a memory location of said mobile electronic device. | 07-23-2015 |
Kevin Khanh Dao, San Diego, CA US
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20150270872 | HIGHER-ORDER MULTIPLE INPUT MULTIPLE OUTPUT IN ETHERNET - A method of MIMO signal transmission on a cable is disclosed. The cable includes at least a first inner conductor, a second inner conductor, and an outer conductive shield. A first data signal is transmitted using the conductive shield and the first inner conductor. A second data signal is transmitted using at least the second inner conductor. The first and second data signals may be transmitted concurrently. For some embodiments, the second data signal may be transmitted using the first and second inner conductors. Thus, the second data signal may be a differential signal. For other embodiments, the first data signal may be transmitted using the conductive shield and the first inner conductor, and the second data signal may be transmitted using the conductive shield and the second inner conductor. | 09-24-2015 |
Kim-Hien Dao, La Jolla, CA US
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20110059448 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING CANCER STEM CELL SELF-RENEWAL POTENTIAL - In alternative embodiments, the invention provides compositions and methods for determining the self-renewal potential of a cancer stem cell (CSC) through analysis of the cross-talk between cell self-renewal pathways leading to deregulation and enhanced self-renewal of the CSC, or for predicting the drugability (susceptibility to a drug) of a CSC, and/or for predicting the progression of a cancer that corresponds to the CSC, the method comprising detecting and quantifying in CSCs one or more B-cell lymphoma-2 (Bcl-2) family protein isoform(s) or transcripts (mRNAs, messages) encoding one or more Bcl-2 family protein(s) or protein isoform(s) thereof. In alternative embodiments, the invention provides compositions and methods to determine and measure the levels of Wnt, glycogen synthase kinase-3 beta (GSK-3 beta), glycogen synthase kinase-3 alpha (GSK-3 alpha), and/or Sonic Hedgehog Homolog (SHH or Shh) family proteins and alternatively spliced transcripts (mRNAs), and Wnt, GSK3beta, GSK3alpha and/or Shh family protein and alternatively spliced transcript ratios in cancer cells, e.g., stem cells, e.g., CSCs, for diagnostic, drug discovery and prognostic purposes. | 03-10-2011 |
Michael Dao, Garden Grove, CA US
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20150046189 | ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS SYSTEM - A method and system for producing and storing information related to medical health of at least one patient comprising: | 02-12-2015 |
Mo Dao, Huntington Beach, CA US
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20130095084 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR MODULATING PERIPHERAL IMMUNE FUNCTION - Disclosed herein are cell preparations useful for modulating various peripheral immune functions, methods for making said cell preparations, and methods for their use. | 04-18-2013 |
20140286918 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR MODULATING PERIPHERAL IMMUNE FUNCTION - Disclosed herein are cell preparations useful for modulating various peripheral immune functions, methods for making said cell preparations, and methods for their use. | 09-25-2014 |
Monique Dao, Huntington Beach, CA US
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20130195817 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR MODULATING ANGIOGENESIS AND VASCULOGENESIS - Disclosed herein are methods and compositions for stimulating angiogenesis, using cells descended from marrow adherent stromal cells that have been transfected with sequences encoding a Notch intracellular domain. Applications of these methods and compositions include treatment of ischemic disorders such as stroke. | 08-01-2013 |
Monique A. Dao, Mountain View, CA US
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20120263681 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING CELL AND BIOCOMPATIBLE POLYMER - It is an object of the present invention to provide a cell-containing composition capable of suppressing the outflow of the cells after transplantation and improving the survival rate of the cells. The present invention provides a composition which comprises any of bone marrow stromal cell-derived neural precursor cells, bone marrow stromal cell-derived Schwann cells, or bone marrow stromal cell-derived skeletal muscle cells; and a biocompatible polymer. | 10-18-2012 |
20150272998 | COMPOSITION COMPRISING CELL AND BIOCOMPATIBLE POLYMER - It is an object of the present invention to provide a cell-containing composition capable of suppressing the outflow of the cells after transplantation and improving the survival rate of the cells. The present invention provides a composition which comprises any of bone marrow stromal cell-derived neural precursor cells, bone marrow stromal cell-derived Schwann cells, or bone marrow stromal cell-derived skeletal muscle cells; and a biocompatible polymer. | 10-01-2015 |
Philip P. Dao, San Diego, CA US
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20090117144 | Recombinant flu vaccines - The present invention provides compositions for use as vaccines against the influenza virus, and rapid methods of producing such compositions. The composition include i) at least one peptide derived from an influenza virus, wherein the peptide is fused to a capsid protein derived from a plant virus forming a recombinant capsid fusion peptide and ii) at least one isolated antigenic protein or protein fragment derived from a human or avian influenza virus. The isolated antigenic protein or protein fragment derived from the human or avian influenza virus can be conjugated to the surface of the recombinant capsid fusion peptide. | 05-07-2009 |
Quang Dao, Granada Hills, CA US
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20110314536 | System and Method for Testing Functionality of a Firewall - Described are computer-based methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, for testing functionality of a firewall. The testing the functionality of the firewall can include a method. The method can include selecting a plurality of valid message types, generating a percentage of valid and invalid messages from the plurality of valid message types, transmitting the plurality of valid and invalid messages to the firewall, receiving an indication of the firewall's handling of valid and invalid messages based on the transmitted message, and determining the functionality of the firewall from the received indication. | 12-22-2011 |
Ricardo Dao, San Diego, CA US
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20130207824 | TIME DOMAIN SWITCHED ANALOG-TO-DIGITAL CONVERTER APPARATUS AND METHODS - A time domain switching analog-to-digital converter apparatus and methods of utilizing the same. In one implementation, the converter apparatus comprises a carrier signal source, and at least one reference source. The carrier signal is summed with the input signal and the summed modulated signal is fed to a comparator circuit. The comparator is configured detects crossings of the reference level by the modulated waveform thereby generating trigger events. The time period between consecutive trigger events is used to obtain modulated signal deviation due to the input signal thus enabling input signal measurement. Control of the carrier oscillation amplitude and frequency enables real time adjustment of the converter dynamic range and resolution. The use of additional reference signal levels increases sensor frequency response and accuracy. A dual channel converter apparatus enables estimation and removal of common mode noise, thereby improving signal conversion accuracy. | 08-15-2013 |
Ritchie Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20090177310 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING PROCESS PARAMETERS FOR SEMICONDUCTOR MANUFACTURING APPARATUS - Methods and systems for adaptively controlling process parameters in semiconductor manufacturing equipment. An embodiment provides for gain scheduling of PID controllers across recipe steps. One embodiment provides a method for controlling a chuck temperature during a semiconductor manufacturing process, the method employing a first set of proportional-integral-derivative (PID) values in a PID controller to control the chuck temperature at a first setpoint in a first step of a process recipe and employing a second set of PID values in the PID controller to control the chuck temperature at a second setpoint, different than the first setpoint, in a second step of the process recipe. The methods and systems provide reduced controller response times where process parameter setpoint between steps of a process recipe span a wide range. | 07-09-2009 |
Stella Dao, Sacramento, CA US
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20080208116 | BREAST PUMP DEVICE WITH SELF-CONTAINED BREAST MILK RESERVOIR - The present invention is a compact and hands-free human breast milk collection device that fits into a mother's existing nursing or standard brassiere. The invention can be attached to a conventional electric or manual pump for active milk collection and also can be used without a pump for passive milk collection. Additionally, the invention can be used for collection of hand-expressed milk. The invention comprises a breast adaptor which, in an embodiment, has at one end a funnel-shaped inlet coupled to a reservoir, wherein when the breast is inserted into the breast adaptor, the breast milk is expressed into the reservoir through a unique valve assembly and the milk is stored in the reservoir until the device is removed and the collected milk emptied into a container. In an embodiment, the valve assembly is mounted concentrically on a second end of the breast adaptor. The valve assembly alternately opens and closes communication between the breast adaptor and the reservoir. The valve assembly further includes an overflow chamber and a baffle structure to prevent backflow of milk into the pump and associated vacuum or suction line. The invention, in an embodiment, also includes a unique connection apparatus that enables the vacuum hose of the disclosed breast milk collection device to be sealingly attached to a vacuum hose of varying sizes attached to a vacuum pump mechanism. | 08-28-2008 |
20080262420 | Breast pump device with self-contained breast milk reservoir - The present invention is a compact and hands-free human breast milk collection device that fits into a mother's existing nursing or standard brassiere, or in another preferred embodiment, comprises a complete nursing brassiere and milk collection system. The invention can be attached to a regular electric pump or manual pump for active milk collection and also can be used without a pump for passive milk collection. The invention comprises a breast adaptor which is preferably a funnel-shaped inlet coupled to a reservoir, wherein when the breast is inserted into the breast adaptor, the expressed breast milk is expressed into the reservoir and is stored there until the device is removed and emptied. | 10-23-2008 |
20140052056 | Submersible Valve for a Breast Milk Collection Device with Self Contained Reservoir - The present invention is an improved valve system for a naturally shaped and hands-free human breast milk collection device that fits into a mother's existing nursing or standard brassiere. The invention comprises a submersible valve system within a breast milk collection device, which can significantly increase the breast milk collection capacity of the device without increasing the overall size of the device. | 02-20-2014 |
Tam Dao, San Marcos, CA US
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20090158216 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR SETTING UP A COMPUTER SYSTEM AT STARTUP - A graphical user interface (GUI) for setting up a computer system at startup. The GUI may include a first plurality of on-screen selectable icons, wherein each of the first plurality of on-screen selectable icons is associated with at least one respective setup procedure that when invoked causes a processor to execute an associated setup functionality. The GUI further includes a first visual indicator operable to identify one of the first plurality of on-screen selectable icons responsive to a user selection thereof. A second visual indicator may be used to identify a completion of a setup procedure associated with the user selection of the one of the first plurality of on-screen selectable icons. The GUI also includes a plurality of on-screen navigational icons for navigating through the first plurality of on-screen selectable icons, for canceling a selection and for exiting a startup user experience. | 06-18-2009 |
20110107137 | System and method for providing automated support to electronic devices - A system and method for providing automated support services includes at least one electronic device that experiences an error condition. An error notification regarding the error condition is then provided to a support server. The support server assigns an error identifier to the error condition, and provides the error identifier to the electronic device. The support server also creates a solution map that associates the error identifier with a solution identifier corresponding to an effective solution for the detected error condition. A solution database is implemented to store the solution to the error condition. A solution manager of the electronic device may then utilize the error identifier to automatically identify, download, and install the solution from the solution database to thereby remedy the error condition. | 05-05-2011 |
20120102384 | PRODUCT INFORMATION MANAGEMENT AND AUTOMATION - A series of UIs is presented on a computer display to allow a user to select one or more sources of help for various aspects of the computer. The user can select to have presented hyperlinks to obtain help information from the manufacturer of the computer, from the O.S. provider, and from third party providers of applications executable by the computer. | 04-26-2012 |
20120117097 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RECOMMENDING USER DEVICES BASED ON USE PATTERN DATA - An apparatus and method for utilizing user feedback of a user device. The method includes obtaining use pattern data of a user's use patterns and performing use pattern analysis based on the use pattern data. A customized setting is generated based on the result of the use pattern analysis. A customized product recommendation is designed based on the customized setting and upgraded based on the customized setting. | 05-10-2012 |
20120117139 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING FEEDBACK FROM A DEVICE - A method and apparatus for providing a user device with data based on user feedback from the user device. The method includes obtaining usage data of the user device using an application programming interface (API) and creating a data file based on the obtained usage data. The data file is uploaded from the user device to an external server device and data analysis of the data file is performed. The user device is provided with selected data based on data analysis of the data file. | 05-10-2012 |
20120117189 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING FEEDBACK FROM A DEVICE - An apparatus and method for utilizing user feedback of a user device. The method includes identifying state information of the CPU and obtaining usage information when the CPU is identified to be in a processing state. The average CPU usage is calculated and the CPU is upgraded based on the calculated average. | 05-10-2012 |
20120117227 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING FEEDBACK FROM A DEVICE - An apparatus and method for utilizing user feedback of a user device. The method includes obtaining usage data of a user device using an application programming interface (API) and creating a data file based on the obtained usage data. The data file is uploaded from the user device to an external server device where data analysis of the data file is performed and a result of the data analysis is generated. This result is presented using a display unit. | 05-10-2012 |
20120117425 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING FEEDBACK FROM A DEVICE FOR RECOMMENDATIONS - A system and method for utilizing user feedback of a user device. The method includes accessing a troubleshooting request for a user device and obtaining use pattern data of a user's use pattern of the user device. Operational setting information of the user device is obtained. Next, analysis of the use pattern data and the operational setting information of the user device is performed. A customized troubleshooting step list is generated, which is based on the analysis. A plurality of troubleshooting steps is performed in a sequence based on the customized troubleshooting step list. | 05-10-2012 |
20120117576 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING FEEDBACK FROM A DEVICE - A method and apparatus for providing a user device with data based on user feedback from the user device. The method includes obtaining usage data of the user device using an application programming interface (API). A data file is generated or created based on the obtained usage data and the data file is uploaded from the user device to an external server device where data analysis of the data file is performed. The results of the analysis is used to increase user device performance. | 05-10-2012 |
20120254859 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DOWNLOADING SOFTWARE UPDATES TO PLACE USER TERMINAL INTO A DESIRED CONFIGURATION STATE - In accordance with the present invention, a method and apparatus that provides software products for installation on a user terminal is provided. The method begins by receiving over a communications network a user selection that includes a choice of a plurality of user-selected software products to be downloaded. In response to receipt of the user selection, an installation guide is assembled that includes installation instructions associated with each of the user-selected software products. A single user command is received over the communications network that includes a request to begin downloading the user-selected software products. In response to the request, the user-selected software products and the installation instructions are sequentially downloaded over the communications network to the user terminal. One or more of the software products may be configured to be automatically installed after they are downloaded. | 10-04-2012 |
20130124926 | SYSTEM HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE CARE OF COMPUTING DEVICES - A system and computer program product for system care for a computing device. In one embodiment, a process includes analyzing one or more software and hardware components of the computing device by a system care program of the computing device, analyzing system health of the computing device based on the one or more software and hardware components based on at least one of status and settings of the one or more software and hardware components, and analyzing performance of the computing device based on the one or more software and hardware components based on signature profiles of the one or more software and hardware components The process may also include determining one or more solutions for the computing device by the system care program based on the system health and performance of the computing device, and displaying a report including the one or more solutions. | 05-16-2013 |
20140201347 | System And Method For Implementing A Command Center In An Electronic Network - A method for managing an electronic network includes a main device that utilizes a command center for performing device management procedures on behalf of auxiliary devices in the electronic network. The auxiliary devices each include a command module that bi-directionally communicates with the command center to receive device control information during the device management procedures. | 07-17-2014 |
Thang Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20130212702 | Apparatus and Method for Data Security on Mobile Devices - A mobile device includes a lock screen configured to prevent unauthorized or inadvertent access to the mobile device by limiting access to the mobile device while displaying through the lock screen applications available on the mobile device. | 08-15-2013 |
Thang Manh Dao, San Jose, CA US
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20130300149 | INSTANT CAR COVER - The present invention provides a compact covering for automobiles. This device is configured to be located on windshield of vehicles, where it is anchored to the necks of side minors by elastic straps. The device has four rolls of cover-sheets and a housing which is constructed of two halves inserted fitly into each other. It is easily placed onto its working position by means of a wheel and suction-cups. Cover-sheets will be pulled out via apertures on the housing and stretched over the vehicle. To help pulling easily, each of the cover-sheets will have a pipe-shaped stopper attached at its outer end. Each of the pipe-shaped stoppers will have hooks which hooks onto the edge of chassis. The axes of cover-sheets rolls are mounted with the constant springs, so they can rewind after each use. Brushes above the apertures will swipe off dust, tree leaves, etc. from cover-sheets when they are rewound. | 11-14-2013 |
Tina Dao, Hayward, CA US
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20140339127 | Tableware Kit for Babies - The present invention discloses an easy open and close, multifunctional tableware kit for babies, which includes an upper cover, a middle layer board and a lower cover which are mechanically coupled to a transverse axis such that each of them can be turned around the axis. The middle layer, fittingly placed between the upper and the lower covers, is a single piece of uneven board wherein the upper side facing to the upper cover has a continuous concaved space fittingly for a baby fork and a baby spoon being snapped-in, and wherein the middle layer's lower side facing to the lower cover has a continuous concaved space fittingly for a pair of baby scissors being snapped-in. | 11-20-2014 |
20140339229 | Trash Can Adaptor - The invention provides an inner can which can be easily adapted to the household trash can. The inner can's exterior shape is substantially identical to the inner shape of the trash can. The inner can has two extensible handles which are used for the user to pull the inner can out from the trash can. It has at least one wheel at the bottom and an extensible handle for the user to pull the loaded inner can without carrying it. | 11-20-2014 |
Tom H. Dao, Irvine, CA US
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20130149031 | MULTI-LATCHING MECHANISMS AND RELATED METHODS - Dual directional latch devices or connectors are described wherein a first connector component and a second connector component have a first latched position and a second latched position when moving in a first direction and wherein movement in a second direction is also possible depending on a stop feature. As described, a combination key and key way, a movable sleeve, a stop flange, and a threaded sleeve may be provided to stop movement in the second direction. The dual direction latch devices may be used with articles of manufacture such as with implantable medical devices, door panels, airplane panels, and drilling devices, to name a few. | 06-13-2013 |
Tuongvy Dao, West Sacramento, CA US
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20130018813 | Computerized Net Price Calculation Method and System with Total Cost and Affordability CalculationAANM Carroll; Craig V.AACI Double BayAACO AUAAGP Carroll; Craig V. Double Bay AUAANM Childress; David M.AACI SacramentoAAST CAAACO USAAGP Childress; David M. Sacramento CA USAANM McCormack; Eric S.AACI WhitmanAAST MAAACO USAAGP McCormack; Eric S. Whitman MA USAANM Nguyen; Christiane ThyAACI West SacramentoAAST CAAACO USAAGP Nguyen; Christiane Thy West Sacramento CA USAANM Dao; TuongvyAACI West SacramentoAAST CAAACO USAAGP Dao; Tuongvy West Sacramento CA USAANM Lee; MiseeAACI SacramentoAAST CAAACO USAAGP Lee; Misee Sacramento CA US - A computerized method and system for conveying the affordability of an individual's choice of post-secondary educational program by determining the total cost, estimated student aid awards and net price of attending a specific academic institution. The computer system receiving a student's and their family's personal, financial, and academic information and combining that information with specific and individualized cost of attendance information from one or more academic institutions. The computer system then calculates the total cost of attending the school, the estimated net price, and out of pocket expenses based on the information provided by the student. Additionally, the computer system and method provides affordability analysis tools to help student further understand the cost of funding and repaying the cost of an educational program under various scenarios. | 01-17-2013 |
20130166467 | System and Method for Military Education Benefits Analysis - A computerized method for determining eligibility of military education benefits and calculating an award estimate based on each service member's individual personal, financial, and military background information. Potential students enter information via a user interface of the computer system. In response to the entered information, the computer system presents additional relevant questions based on the previous information entered by the service member. The computer system uses the entered information to provide a detailed and customized calculation of the total estimated aid. | 06-27-2013 |