Strickland, TX
Aaron Strickland, Dayton, TX US
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20150051931 | System and Method for Providing Asset Accountability Information - Disclosed herein are systems and related methods for providing real-time accountability, including both location and function, for mobile assets such as individuals and equipment associated with various companies or other organizations. A Personnel Accountability Logic (PAL) system in accordance with the disclosed principles uniquely provides for the accounting of personnel and/or equipment location and designated functionality using a publicly available communications network, such as a computer network like the Internet or even a telecommunications network like mobile telephone communications networks. By providing accountability information in real-time across existing publicly available communications networks, a system or method in accordance with the disclosed principles is not hindered by the expense and maintenance of a private, dedicated communications network, nor is its use limited to any one particular company or other organization. | 02-19-2015 |
Adam G. Strickland, Houston, TX US
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20140279363 | METHOD OF INTERACTING WITH POSITION ANALYSIS AND DEVICE FOR DISPLAYING INFORMATION WITH REGARD TO SAME - Methods and systems for interacting with volumetric position analysis by means of graphical, tabular, and summary tools are disclosed. The tools aid users to quickly understand information about a portfolio of trades, and to quickly identify positions that may need to be hedged with financial and/or physical instruments and/or commodities. | 09-18-2014 |
Adam Gregory Todd Strickland, Dallas, TX US
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20150066726 | Method and Apparatus for Facilitating Entering Deals and Assets Using Natural Language Processing - The system offers light, fast, cost effective natural language processing software for energy trades. The system software provides users with real-time answers to questions and reconciliation on position, profitability, and risk, for deals concerning any energy market, including electricity, natural gas, crude, and liquids. | 03-05-2015 |
Alan Strickland, Lake Jackson, TX US
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20110091540 | POLYMERIC COMPOSITIONS AND THEIR METHOD OF USE IN COMBINATION WITH ACTIVE AGENTS - A combination of active agents is disclosed which are particularly useful for treating fluid overload conditions. Methods for using the combination of active agent are also disclosed. The combination can include a highly absorbent polyelectrolyte polymer along with an agent that increases the amount of fluid in the intestine. | 04-21-2011 |
20110104212 | POLYMERIC COMPOSITIONS WITH ENHANCED SALINE HOLDING CAPACITY AND THEIR METHOD OF PREPARATION AND USE - Cross-linked polyelectrolyte polymers that absorb 60-fold or more, including greater than 60-fold, greater than 70-fold, greater than 80-fold, greater than 90-fold, greater than 100-fold, or greater than 110-fold or more, of their mass in a saline solution are disclosed. Methods for preparing such polymers with enhanced saline holding capacity and methods for treating diseases, disorders or conditions involving fluid overload and/or ion imbalances by administering the polymers are disclosed. | 05-05-2011 |
20110123604 | ABSORBENT POLYMERIC COMPOSITIONS WITH VARYING COUNTERION CONTENT AND THEIR METHODS OF PREPARATION AND USE - Cross-linked polyelectrolyte polymers with bound counterions that absorb about 20-fold or more of their mass in saline such as physiological saline a with the proviso that sodium does not exceed 60% of total bound counterions when hydrogen is the sole other counterion, are disclosed. Methods of preparing the disclosed polymers and for treating subjects such as patients in need of fluid removal and/or modulation of ions (e.g., sodium and/or potassium) are provided. | 05-26-2011 |
Alan D. Strickland, Lake Jackson, TX US
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20090258088 | USE OF MATERIALS AND EXTERNAL STIMULI FOR SYNOVECTOMY - This invention has as one of its aspects a method to provide a safe an effective treatment for synovectomy. The method involves the administration a material to the affected joint, allowing the material to localize in the synovial membrane, and then applying an external stimulus that interacts with the material to provide therapy. The materials of this invention are preferably particles, which are either magnetic or contain a heavy element. The external stimuli of this invention includes an alternating magnetic field to heat magnetic particles, infrared laser to heat heavy elements, or electromagnetic ionizing radiation (X- or gamma-radiation) that interacts with heavy elements to produce a localized radiation dose. | 10-15-2009 |
20130195975 | IN VIVO USE OF WATER ABSORBENT POLYMERS - The subject invention is a method and material for removing fluid from the intestinal tract of a host and may be useful in treating animals or human patients suffering from fluid overload states. In one embodiment, the subject method involves ingesting an enterically coated non-systemic, non-toxic, non-digestible, water absorbing polymer which absorbs fluid while passing through the intestinal tract. The polymer is excreted in the feces wherein the polymer and absorbed fluid is removed from the body. Preferred polymers include super absorbent acrylic acid polymers, preferably provided in bead form. The polymers may include functional groups for selectively removing blood borne waste products, e.g. urea, from the G.I. tract. | 08-01-2013 |
20140286894 | COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING CROSSLINKED CATION-BINDING POLYMERS AND CALCIUM AND/OR MAGNESIUM CATIONS, AND USES THEREOF - The present disclosure relates generally to crosslinked cation-binding polymers comprising monomers containing carboxylic acid groups, wherein the polymer contains calcium and/or magnesium cations that are counterions to about 15% to about 35% of the carboxylic acid groups in the polymer. The present disclosure also relates to methods of preparation of the polymers, and compositions, formulations, and dosage forms containing the polymers, and methods of using the polymers, compositions, formulations, and/or dosage forms to treat various diseases or disorders, including those involving ion and/or fluid imbalances. | 09-25-2014 |
Diana Strickland, San Antonio, TX US
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20150017466 | SELF-ALIGNED TUNABLE METAMATERIALS - A self-aligned tunable metamaterial is formed as a wire mesh. Self-aligned channel grids are formed in layers in a silicon substrate using deep trench formation and a high-temperature anneal. Vertical wells at the channels may also be etched. This may result in a three-dimensional mesh grid of metal and other material. In another embodiment, metallic beads are deposited at each intersection of the mesh grid, the grid is encased in a rigid medium, and the mesh grid is removed to form an artificial nanocrystal. | 01-15-2015 |
Diana L. Strickland, San Antonio, TX US
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20110235032 | Chiral Plasmonic Structures For Mediating Chemical Transformation And Detection Of Molecules With Spatial Chirality - Three-dimensional metal dielectric structures are disclosed with chiral symmetry that elicit surface plasmons. The plasmons may have propagational circular polarization wherein the frequency of such propagating plasmons may be tuned by design to couple with the electronic transitions or fundamental vibrations, including phonons, of a molecular species. The plasmon-molecule coupling, combined with the propagational polarization afforded by the chiral structure may be further exploited to mediate the chemical transformations involving molecules with spatial chirality and/or to detect molecules with spatial chirality. | 09-29-2011 |
J. Byron Strickland, Bellaire, TX US
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20120012506 | METHOD OF REMOVING HYDROGEN SULFIDE - The invention provides a method of removing hydrogen sulfide from hydrocarbon fluids. The method involves using a nitroxide molecule to promote a sulfide scavenger such as alkyl-triazine. The nitroxide effectively accelerates the scavenger's activity. This allows for the avoidance of the introduction of halides into the hydrocarbon stream. | 01-19-2012 |
20120012507 | USE OF ALPHA-AMINO ETHERS FOR THE REMOVAL OF HYDROGEN SULFIDE FROM HYDROCARBONS - The invention provides a method of removing hydrogen sulfide from hydrocarbon fluids. The method involves using an alpha-amino ether as a hydrogen sulfide scavenger. This allows for the introduction of an oil soluble scavenger in lieu of water-soluble scavengers. | 01-19-2012 |
Julie N. Strickland, Frisco, TX US
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20150233858 | COMPOSITE WITH INTEGRAL SENSOR AND METHOD - A reinforced plastic composite structure includes multiple layers, with at least one layer including an electrically-conductive element incorporated in a fabric substrate. A fabric substrate with an electrically-conductive element can be referred to as an e-textile. The electrically-conductive element of the electrically-conductive fabric layer is connected to a controller for analysis of the fabric's changing electrical properties over time as a way to identify and prevent failure of the composite structure. | 08-20-2015 |
Julie N. Strickland, Dallas, TX US
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20140072136 | APPARATUS FOR MONITORING THE CONDITION OF AN OPERATOR AND RELATED SYSTEM AND METHOD - An apparatus includes a headset having one or more speaker units. Each speaker unit is configured to provide audio signals to an operator. Each speaker unit includes an ear cuff configured to contact the operator's head. The headset further includes multiple sensors configured to measure one or more characteristics associated with the operator. At least one of the sensors is embedded within at least one ear cuff of at least one speaker unit. The sensors could include an electrocardiography electrode, a skin conductivity probe, pulse oximetry light emitting diodes and photodetectors, an accelerometer, a gyroscope, or a temperature sensor. The apparatus could also include a processing unit configured to analyze audio signals captured by a microphone unit of the headset to identify respiration by the operator or at least one voice characteristic of the operator. | 03-13-2014 |
Julie N. Strickland, Mckinney, TX US
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20100134995 | Electrical Interconnection System - According to one embodiment, an electrical interconnection system includes a pair of printed wiring boards formed of a printed wiring board material. Each printed wiring board has multiple surface pads formed on a surface of the printed wiring board adjacent its outer edge. The surface of each printed wiring board is operable to be placed adjacent to one another such that an electrical circuit coupled to one printed wiring board is electrically coupled to another electrical circuit of the other printed wiring board by contact of the surface pads of each printed wiring board with one another. | 06-03-2010 |
20100136804 | Electrical Interconnection System - According to one embodiment, an electrical interconnection system includes multiple first electrical contacts and multiple second electrical contacts alternatively meshed together using a slider. The first electrical contacts are configured on a first substrate and electrical coupled to a first electrical circuit, while the second electrical contacts are configured on a second substrate and electrical coupled to a second electrical circuit. When meshed together, the first electrical contacts and second electrical contacts electrically couple the first electrical circuit to the second electrical circuit. | 06-03-2010 |
Ken A. Strickland, Buda, TX US
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20120157031 | Circuits and Methods of Low-Frequency Noise Filtering - A circuit includes an input terminal for receiving a radio frequency (RF) signal and a noise mitigation circuit coupled to the input terminal. The noise mitigation circuit is configured to detect a low-frequency noise signature in the RF signal and to automatically adjust an attenuation network to filter low-frequency noise from the RF signal in response to detecting the low-frequency noise signature. | 06-21-2012 |
Kevin Strickland, Lufkin, TX US
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20110095719 | SOLAR CHARGER - The present invention relates to a portable solar charging assembly comprising: a photovoltaic array, where the photovoltaic array is less than 8 square inches and capable of generating electrical energy; a border surrounding the array; an outlet, where said outlet provides a connection point for the connection of a cable; and a cable attachment, where said cable attachment connects the array to a battery and transfers electrical energy from the array to the battery. The cable attachment may include a plug at a first end and an attachment mechanism at the second end. The attachment mechanism may include interchangeable connectors that connect to an electronic device and effects the charging of the battery from energy generated by the array. The portable solar charging assembly may also include a back side of the array and at least one suction cup on the back side. | 04-28-2011 |
Michael Strickland, Buda, TX US
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20160142267 | MODIFIED NEAR-OPTIMAL LOW-LATENCY COMMUNICATION PATHS FOR GRADED SERVICE - In described embodiments, a relatively optimum, ultra-low latency communication path with communication links operating in accordance herein provide for graded service in a near optimal, ultra-low latency communication system between points A and B. Points A and B are separated geographically over a relatively long distance where the curvature of the earth affects a direct path. Unlike typical systems, to provide the graded service in ultra-low latency networks, the service provider adds delay, or other service degradation, to one or more user connections, which is provided at greater implementation expense (e.g., higher cost to the service provider) in order to provide a lower fee service (e.g., lower cost to the service user) for certain users of the ultra-low latency network. | 05-19-2016 |
Michael L. Strickland, Odessa, TX US
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20100160710 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR REDUCING EMISSIONS OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS FROM PUMPS AND STORAGE TANKS FOR VOC-CONTAINING FLUIDS - A method is provided for reducing emissions of a volatile organic compound (“VOC”) from a source of the VOC. The method includes the steps of: (A) operatively positioning a VOC-absorbing material between the source of the VOC and the atmosphere, wherein the VOC from the source of the VOC must pass through the VOC-absorbing material before being vented to the atmosphere, and wherein the VOC-absorbing material comprises: (i) a permeable substrate; and (ii) a stripper for the VOC; and (B) exposing the stripper of the VOC-absorbing material to bacteria, wherein the bacteria is selected for being capable of converting the VOC to another compound. A method for pumping a fluid from a low-pressure fluid source to a high-pressure fluid outlet and a method for storing or transporting a fluid are also provided, wherein the fluid comprises a VOC. | 06-24-2010 |
20100291659 | Methods and Apparatuses for Reducing Emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds from Pumps and Storage Tanks for Voc-Containing Fluids - A method is provided for reducing emissions of a volatile organic compound (“VOC”) from a source of the VOC. The method includes the steps of: (A) operatively positioning a VOC-absorbing material between the source of the VOC and the atmosphere, wherein the VOC from the source of the VOC must pass through the VOC-absorbing material before being vented to the atmosphere, and wherein the VOC-absorbing material comprises: (i) a permeable substrate; and (ii) a stripper for the VOC; and (B) exposing the stripper of the VOC-absorbing material to bacteria, wherein the bacteria is selected for being capable of converting the VOC to another compound. A method for pumping a fluid from a low-pressure fluid source to a high-pressure fluid outlet and a method for storing or transporting a fluid are also provided, wherein the fluid comprises a VOC. | 11-18-2010 |
20120118822 | REDUCING EMISSIONS OF VOCS FROM LOW-PRESSURE STORAGE TANKS - An apparatus and method for reducing or controlling VOC emissions from a low-pressure storage tank for a VOC-containing substance stored or transported as a liquid in the storage tank are provided. The apparatus and method include a filter media operatively positioned between a headspace in the storage tank and the atmosphere, wherein: (i) a gaseous substance from a headspace in the storage tank passes through the filter media to be vented to the atmosphere; (ii) the filter media comprises a permeable substrate and a liquid stripper for a VOC, wherein the liquid stripper coats the permeable substrate; (iii) the filter media provides a gaseous back pressure across the filter media to the atmosphere of less than 1 psig; and (iv) a liquid condensate from the filter media can drip or flow under gravity back into the storage tank. | 05-17-2012 |
Michael Wayne Strickland, Dayton, TX US
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20150259930 | Installation Assist and Method - The application is directed to a device for assisting individuals with the installation of one or more construction materials. The device is operationally configured to support construction materials at an elevated position. The device is also operationally configured to be attached to horizontal surfaces, vertical surfaces and angled surfaces. | 09-17-2015 |
Robert A. Strickland, Pflugerville, TX US
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20130339712 | SERVICE-PROCESSOR-CENTRIC COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE AND METHOD OF OPERATION THEREOF - A computer system and a method of operating a service-processor-centric computer system. In one embodiment, the computer system includes: (1) a CPU configured to issue control signals and (2) a service processor configured for intercepting and handling the control signals, the handling including delaying, modifying or ignoring the control signals, the service processor further configuring for issuing highest-priority control signals. | 12-19-2013 |
S. Dwight Strickland, Kingwood, TX US
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20090258800 | METHODS FOR MINIMIZING THE AMOUNT OF GRAPHITE PARTICLES USED DURING DRILLING OPERATIONS - Methods for minimizing the amount of graphite particles used during drilling operations | 10-15-2009 |