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Anying Shen, Bloomington, IN US
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20110056770 | UNDERSLUNG ELEVATOR CAR CONFIGURATION - An exemplary elevator system includes an elevator car ( | 03-10-2011 |
20110308895 | ELEVATOR SAFETY DEVICE - An exemplary elevator safety device includes a housing. A brake member is moveably supported by the housing for selective movement between a disengaged position and a braking position. A sensor is supported by the housing and detects movement of the brake member into the braking position. | 12-22-2011 |
Ben Shen, Verona, WI US
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20090081673 | PLATENSIMYCIN BIOSYNTHETIC GENE CLUSTER OF STREPTOMYCES PLATENSIS - The present invention relates to the cloning and sequence of a biosynthetic gene cluster from | 03-26-2009 |
20110281942 | Tautomycetin and Tautomycetin Analog Biosynthesis - The present invention relates to tautomycetin (TTN) and analogs thereof. Also provided are methods of using TTN and analogs thereof in the treatment of various diseases relating to SHP2 function. | 11-17-2011 |
20120010282 | Tautomycetin and Tautomycetin Analog Biosynthesis - The present invention relates to the biosynthetic gene cluster for tautomycetin (TTN) produces tautomycetin. Also provided are engineered micro-organisms for the production of TTN and analogs thereof, as well as methods of screening for compounds for activity. | 01-12-2012 |
Charles Shen, Playa Del Rey, CA US
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20120260405 | BALL CAP SHIELD - A shield adapted for use with a baseball cap or caps used in other sports is disclosed to protect a pitcher or fielder from a batted or thrown baseball or softball. A panel is shaped to conform with a front side of a ball cap and is secured with straps or other means on the outer side of the ball cap or, alternatively, on the inner side of the ball cap. The shield is formed of a sheet or panel of impact absorbing plastic that protects the user from trauma in the event of a collision with a traveling ball or other object. | 10-18-2012 |
20140123372 | BALL CAP SHIELD - A shield adapted for use with a baseball cap or caps used in other sports is disclosed to protect a pitcher or fielder from a batted or thrown baseball or softball. A panel is shaped to conform with a front side of a ball cap and is secured with straps or other means on the outer side of the ball cap or, alternatively, on the inner side of the ball cap. The shield is formed of a sheet or panel of impact absorbing plastic that protects the user from trauma in the event of a collision with a traveling ball or other object. | 05-08-2014 |
Clifton Kwang-Fu Shen, Westlake Village, CA US
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20120107175 | MODULAR RADIOCHEMISTRY SYNTHESIS SYSTEM - A modular chemical production system includes multiple modules for performing a chemical reaction, particularly of radiochemical compounds, from a remote location. One embodiment comprises a reaction vessel including a moveable heat source with the position thereof relative to the reaction vessel being controllable from a remote position. Alternatively the heat source may be fixed in location and the reaction vial is moveable into and out of the heat source. The reaction vessel has one or more sealing plugs, the positioning of which in relationship to the reaction vessel is controllable from a remote position. Also the one or more reaction vessel sealing plugs can include one or more conduits there through for delivery of reactants, gases at atmospheric or an elevated pressure, inert gases, drawing a vacuum and removal of reaction end products to and from the reaction vial, the reaction vial with sealing plug in position being operable at elevated pressures. The modular chemical production system is assembled from modules which can each include operating condition sensors and controllers configured for monitoring and controlling the individual modules and the assembled system from a remote position. Other modules include, but are not limited to a Reagent Storage and Delivery Module, a Cartridge Purification Module, a Microwave Reaction Module, an External QC/Analysis/Purification Interface Module, an Aliquotting Module, an F-18 Drying Module, a Concentration Module, a Radiation Counting Module, and a Capillary Reactor Module. | 05-03-2012 |
Cong Shen, San Diego, CA US
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20120252453 | POWER CONTROL FOR A NETWORK OF ACCESS POINTS - A power calibration scheme adjusts power levels of network of femtocells based on macro signals seen at different points in and around a coverage area and based on the mutual positions of the femtocells (e.g., based on femtocell signals seen at these points). The power calibration scheme thus facilitates a good balance between providing a desired level of coverage and mitigation of interference to nearby macrocells and femtocells. | 10-04-2012 |
20120252521 | ACCESS POINT TRANSMIT POWER CONTROL - A power calibration scheme adjusts power levels of network of femtocells based on macro signals seen at different points in and around a coverage area and based on the mutual positions of the femtocells (e.g., based on femtocell signals seen at these points). The power calibration scheme thus facilitates a good balance between providing a desired level of coverage and mitigation of interference to nearby macrocells and femtocells. | 10-04-2012 |
20130012138 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING ROBUSTNESS OF SPECTRUM SENSING IN PRESENCE OF BURSTY INTERFERENCE - A method of wireless communication in white space includes spectrum sensing in the white space during each of multiple sensing intervals. The method also includes determining whether each of the sensing intervals is subject to interference. The determining process may be based on a time domain analysis or a frequency domain analysis of signal power during each sensing interval. | 01-10-2013 |
20130016670 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR COMMUNICATING IN TELEVISION WHITE SPACE (TVWS) BASED ON TVWS ENABLEMENT SIGNAL - Certain aspects of the present disclosure relate to techniques for supporting television white space (TVWS) communication. In an aspect of the present disclosure, a low-rate TVWS enabler (Mode II wireless communication device) may provide initial enablement for all Mode I devices (e.g., access points and user terminals), as well as it may transmit a contact verification signal (CVS) on a regular basis to keep the Mode I devices enabled for the TVWS communication. | 01-17-2013 |
20130016760 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR LOW-RATE TELEVISION WHITE SPACE (TVWS) ENABLEMENT - Certain aspects of the present disclosure relate to techniques for supporting television white space (TVWS) communication. In an aspect of the present disclosure, a low-rate TVWS enabler (Mode II wireless communication device) may provide initial enablement for all Mode I devices (e.g., access points and user terminals), as well as it may transmit a contact verification signal (CVS) on a regular basis to keep the Mode I devices enabled for the TVWS communication. | 01-17-2013 |
20140269547 | BASE STATION EMPLOYING SHARED RESOURCES AMONG ANTENNA UNITS - A base station includes a base unit and a plurality of remote antenna units (RAUs). Each of the RAUs includes a physical layer circuit (PHY). The PHYs are configured to each use the same physical layer identifier, but each PHY includes its own hardware for supporting users in the coverage area of that PHY. The base unit controls resource allocation for the RAUs to increase the capacity of the base station and/or reduce interference between PHYs. | 09-18-2014 |
20140334424 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR POWER MANAGEMENT IN A WIRELESS COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - Methods and apparatus for communication comprise aspects that include performing a power management procedure for configuring a subset of network entities to receive one or more of downlink signal measurements and/or one or more uplink signal measurements. The methods and apparatus further comprise aspects that include storing the one or more one or more of downlink signal measurements and/or one or more uplink signal measurements associated with the subset of network entities at a database for managing transmit power at the subset of network entities. Moreover, the methods and apparatus comprise aspects that include adjusting a transmit power value of at least one of the subset of network entities from a first transmit power value to a second transmit power value based at least in part on the one or more of downlink signal measurements and/or one or more uplink signal measurements. | 11-13-2014 |
20150063136 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR NETWORK ENTITY COLLISION DETECTION - Methods and apparatus for communication at a network entity comprise sending a measurement configuration message to a user equipment (UE) to configure the UE to perform one or more measurements during a specified measurement period. Additionally, the methods and apparatus comprise suspending, at the network entity, transmission of at least one configuration parameter to the UE during the specified measurement period, wherein the network entity is the serving network entity. Moreover, the methods and apparatus comprise receiving at least one measurement report message from the UE after the specified measurement period. | 03-05-2015 |
20150063137 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR NETWORK ENTITY COLLISION DETECTION - Methods and apparatus for communication at a network entity comprise receiving one or more technology layer measurements during a measurement period. The methods and apparatus further comprise determining that a first subset of the one or more technology layer measurements satisfies an adequate user equipment (UE) communication condition. In addition, the methods and apparatus comprise determining that a second subset of the one or more technology layer measurements satisfies at least one measurement threshold value. Moreover, the methods and apparatus comprise identifying a network entity conflict when the first subset of the one or more technology layer measurements satisfies the adequate UE communication condition and the second subset of the one or more technology layer measurements satisfies the at least one measurement threshold value. | 03-05-2015 |
20150063223 | DETERMINING TRANSMIT POWER BASED ON CATEGORIZATION OF ACCESS TERMINALS - Transmit power management for small cells in a wireless communication environment may be achieved by receiving information generated by a plurality of access terminals associated with an access point, categorizing the access terminals based on the received information, and determining transmit power for the access point based on the categorization of the access terminals. | 03-05-2015 |
20150065144 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR PARAMETER SELECTION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION FOR MULTIPLE RADIO ACCESS TECHNOLOGIES - Methods and apparatus for communication comprise selecting a first parameter value for a first RAT transmission-related parameter from a first set of selectable first parameter values and a second parameter value for a second RAT transmission-related parameter from a second set of selectable second parameter values based at least in part on a mapping function that maps between ones of the first set of selectable first parameter values for the first RAT transmission-related parameter and the second set of selectable second parameter values for the second RAT transmission-related parameter. Moreover, the methods and apparatus comprise communicating using at least one of the first parameter value of the first RAT transmission-related parameter for the first RAT and the second parameter value of the second RAT transmission-related parameter for the second RAT. | 03-05-2015 |
20150071104 | AUTONOMOUSLY SELECTING A COMMUNICATION CHANNEL HAVING A CO-CHANNEL OPERATION CONSTRAINT - Provided are methods and apparatus for selecting a communication channel. The methods and apparatus select a channel having the least interference and minimize a number of different channels in use. For example, a method for selecting a communication channel includes measuring a transmission characteristic for each channel in a plurality of channels to create a transmission characteristic measurement for each channel. The method also includes receiving, from at least one neighboring access point, data indicating the neighboring access point uses a channel in the plurality of channels. A utility value for each channel in the plurality of channels is calculated by weighting, based on the number of the neighboring access points using each channel in the plurality of channels, the transmission characteristic measurement for each channel in the plurality of channels. Further, the channel having the highest or the lowest utility value is chosen as the communication channel. | 03-12-2015 |
20150072697 | SELECTING A COMMUNICATION CHANNEL BASED ON A NEIGHBORING CELL CONSTRAINT - Provided are methods and apparatus for selecting a channel to use for communicating. The methods and apparatus select a channel having the least interference and minimize a number of different channels in use. For example, a provided method includes calculating a utility value for each channel in a plurality of channels by weighting, based on a number of the neighborhood small cells (NSC) using each channel in the plurality of channels, both a respective modified non-NSC received signal strength indication (RSSI) and a respective modified reference signal received power (RSRP). The non-NSC RSSI is calculated by subtracting a respective RSRP from a total RSSI. The respective modified RSRP for each channel in the plurality of channels is calculated by applying the respective RSRP to a cumulative distribution function. The channel having the highest or the lowest utility value is chosen as the channel to use for the communicating. | 03-12-2015 |
David Chun-Hao Shen, Washington, DC US
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20120239539 | FLUID FLOW MEASUREMENT SYSTEM - Sub-metering of fluid use is performed using a single acoustic transducer positioned at a common supply point. A computer attached to the transducer determines when each consumption point is active and measures the respective amount of fluid drawn by each. Acoustic signatures of each consumption point differ depending on the length of piping runs, location of elbows, tees, and other structures which cause acoustic energy as the fluid flows through. The acoustic signatures are recorded by the computer and are used to simultaneously differentiate fluid use at each consumption point. | 09-20-2012 |
Dengke Shen, Granger, IN US
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20110302968 | ROLLER ASSEMBLY FOR A LAUNDRY TREATING APPLIANCE - A roller assembly for a laundry treating appliance, such as a clothes dryer, may have an axle, a wheel having a hub defining an axle opening, a tire coupled with the wheel and having an outer surface in contact with the drum, and a lubricant reservoir configured to communicate with the axle opening such that lubricant in the reservoir may lubricate the axle. | 12-15-2011 |
Fang Shen, Foster City, CA US
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20120009190 | IDENTIFICATION AND METHOD FOR USING THE PRE-LIGAND ASSEMBLY DOMAIN OF THE IL-17 RECEPTOR - The invention provides isolated Pre-Ligand Assembly Domain (PLAD) polypeptides comprising an amino acid sequence of a domain (e.g., a Fibronectin Ill-like domain) of an IL-17 Receptor (IL-17R) family member, wherein the PLAD polypeptide inhibits multimerization of a receptor complex comprising an IL-17R family member. Also provided are isolated PLAD-binding polypeptides, e.g., antibodies and avimers, which specifically bind to a PLAD polypeptide described herein. Related chimeric proteins, conjugates, nucleic acids, vectors, and host cells are provided herein. Further provided are methods of treating an inflammatory or autoimmune disease, methods of inhibiting IL-17-mediated signal transduction, methods of inhibiting IL-17 ligand binding, methods of inhibiting multimerization of IL-17R complexes, and methods of inhibiting the production of at least one cytokine, chemokine, matrix metalloproteinase, or other molecule associated with IL-17 signal transduction are provided. | 01-12-2012 |
Geng-Shin Shen US
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20110183467 | PACKAGING METHOD INVOLVING REARRANGEMENT OF DICE - A packaging method is disclosed that comprises attaching a plurality of dice, each having a plurality of bonding pads disposed on an active surface, to an adhesive layer on a substrate. A polymer material is formed over at least a portion of both the substrate and the plurality of dice and a molding apparatus is used on the substrate to force the polymer material to substantially fill around the plurality of dice. The molding apparatus is removed to expose a surface of the polymer material and a plurality of cutting streets is formed on an exposed surface of the polymer material. The substrate is removed to expose the active surface of the plurality of dice. | 07-28-2011 |
Haiou Shen, Blacksburg, VA US
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20110282181 | EXTENDED INTERIOR METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR SPECTRAL, OPTICAL, AND PHOTOACOUSTIC IMAGING - The present invention relates to the field of medical imaging. More particularly, embodiments of the invention relate to methods, systems, and devices for imaging, including for tomography-based applications. Embodiments of the invention include, for example, a computed tomography based imaging system comprising: (a) at least one wide-beam gray-scale imaging chain capable of performing a global scan of an object and acquiring projection data relating to the object; (b) at least one narrow-beam true-color imaging chain capable of performing a spectral interior scan of a region of interest (ROI) of and acquiring projection data relating to the object; (c) a processing module operably configured for: (1) receiving the projection data; (2) reconstructing the ROI into an image by analyzing the data with a color interior tomography algorithm, aided by an individualized gray-scale reconstruction of an entire field of view (FOV), including the ROI; and (d) a processor for executing the processing module. The extended interior methods and systems for spectral, optical, and photoacoustic imaging presented in this application can lead to better medical diagnoses by providing images with higher resolution or quality, and can lead to safer procedures by providing systems capable of reducing a patient's exposure time to, and thus quantity of, potentially harmful x-rays. Embodiments of the invention also provide tools for real-time tomography-based analyses. | 11-17-2011 |
H. Paul Shen, Potomac, MD US
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20100276710 | Ultraviolet Light Emitting AlGaN Composition And Ultraviolet Light Emitting Device Containing Same - An AlGaN composition is provided comprising a group III-Nitride active region layer, for use in an active region of a UV light emitting device, wherein light-generation occurs through radiative recombination of carriers in nanometer scale size, compositionally inhomogeneous regions having band-gap energy less than the surrounding material. Further, a semiconductor UV light emitting device having an active region layer comprised of the AlGaN composition above is provided, as well as a method of producing the AlGaN composition and semiconductor UV light emitting device, involving molecular beam epitaxy. | 11-04-2010 |
Hui Shen, Ardmore, OK US
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20120322122 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED PLANT FEEDSTOCK - The invention provides methods for modifying lignin content and composition in plants and achieving associated benefits therefrom involving altered expression of newly discovered MYB4 transcription factors. Nucleic acid constructs for modifying MYB4 transcription factor expression are described. By over-expressing the identified MYB4 transcription factors, for example, an accompanying decrease in lignin content may be achieved. Plants are provided by the invention comprising such modifications, as are methods for their preparation and use. | 12-20-2012 |
Huixian Shen, Southfield, MI US
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20110271932 | Combustion chamber constructions for opposed-piston engines - A combustion chamber for an opposed-piston engine includes a squish zone defined between circumferential peripheral areas of opposing end surfaces of the pistons, a cavity defined by one or more bowls in the end surfaces, and at least one injection port that extends radially through the squish zone into the cavity. The cavity has a cross-sectional shape that imposes a tumbling motion on air flowing from the squish zone into the cavity. | 11-10-2011 |
20120073541 | Fuel injection spray patterns for opposed-piston engines - A combustion chamber for an opposed-piston engine includes a squish zone defined between circumferential peripheral areas of opposing end surfaces of the pistons, a cavity defined by one or more bowls in the end surfaces, and at least one injection port that extends radially through the squish zone into the cavity. The cavity has a cross-sectional shape that imposes a tumbling motion on air flowing from the squish zone into the cavity. Opposing spray patterns of fuel are injected into the combustion chamber. In some aspects, the opposing spray patterns are injected along a major axis of the combustion chamber. | 03-29-2012 |
20130014718 | Toroidal Combustion Chamber With Side Injection - A toroidal combustion chamber shape with a side injector is disclosed for an opposed-piston engine. Fuel is injected into the toroidal volume from a fuel injector in the cylinder wall. In one embodiment, fuel is injected from each injector a plurality of times with the timing between the injections such that fuel clouds from each injection remain substantially isolated from each other. | 01-17-2013 |
20150013649 | Combustion Chamber Constructions For Opposed-Piston Engines - A combustion chamber for an opposed-piston engine includes a squish zone defined between circumferential peripheral areas of opposing end surfaces of the pistons, a cavity defined by one or more bowls in the end surfaces, and at least one injection port that extends radially through the squish zone into the cavity. The cavity has a cross-sectional shape that imposes a tumbling motion on air flowing from the squish zone into the cavity. | 01-15-2015 |
Jack C.t. Shen US
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20120241486 | POSITIONING DEVICE OF VEHICLE RACK - A positioning device of vehicle roof rack of the present invention includes a base, a positioning element, a buckle element, and a fixing element. The base forms a plurality of positioning slots and a connecting slot connecting the positioning slots. The positioning element is disposed slidably on the connecting slot and is able to be received in one of the positioning slots alternatively. An end of the buckle element is fixed to the positioning element by the fixing element, and the other end of the buckle element is to be buckled to a perimeter edge of a vehicle. Thereby, the position the buckle element being buckled to the perimeter edge can be adjusted by moving the positioning element. Thus, the positioning device of vehicle roof rack can be employed on vehicles in different sizes. | 09-27-2012 |
James Shen, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20090273883 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INCORPORATING HIGH VOLTAGE DEVICES IN AN EEPROM - A method and system for fabricating a stacked capacitor and a DMOS transistor are disclosed. In one aspect, the method and system include providing a bottom plate, an insulator, and an additional layer including first and second plates. The insulator covers at least a portion of the bottom plate and resides between the first and second top plates and the bottom plate. The first and second top plates are electrically coupled through the bottom plate. In another aspect, the method and system include forming a gate oxide. The method and system also include providing SV well(s) after the gate oxide is provided. A portion of the SV well(s) resides under a field oxide region of the device. Each SV well includes first, second, and third implants having a sufficient energy to provide the portion of the SV well at a desired depth under the field oxide region without significant additional thermal processing. A gate, source, and drain are also provided. | 11-05-2009 |
Jay Shen, Ames, IA US
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20100111601 | SYSTEM FOR CONTINUOUS VEHICULAR TRAVEL ON CROSSING ROADWAYS - Systems for improved vehicular movement between first and second crossing roadways. The systems employ multiple turn roadways to permit a vehicle traveling on one of the crossing roadways to appropriately turn and continuously travel onto the other of the crossing roadway. The systems are adaptable to use in conjunction with either left side of the road vehicle movement or right side of the road vehicle movement. In addition, the systems can be adapted for use in conjunction a roadway crossing whereat at least one of the roads is for forwarded vehicle movement in only one direction. | 05-06-2010 |
20120134744 | SYSTEM FOR CONTINUOUS VEHICULAR TRAVEL ON CROSSING ROADWAYS - Systems for improved vehicular movement between first and second crossing roadways. The systems employ multiple turn roadways to permit a vehicle traveling on one of the crossing roadways to appropriately turn and continuously travel onto the other of the crossing roadway. The systems are adaptable to use in conjunction with either left side of the road vehicle movement or right side of the road vehicle movement. In addition, the systems can be adapted for use in conjunction a roadway crossing whereat at least one of the roads is for forwarded vehicle movement in only one direction. | 05-31-2012 |
20120275856 | SYSTEM FOR CONTINUOUS VEHICULAR TRAVEL ON CROSSING ROADWAYS - Systems and methods for improved vehicular movement between first and second crossing roadways. The systems employ multiple turn roadways to permit a vehicle traveling on one of the crossing roadways to appropriately turn and continuously travel onto the other of the crossing roadway. The systems are adaptable to use in conjunction with either left side of the road vehicle movement or right side of the road vehicle movement. In addition, the systems and methods can be adapted for use in conjunction a roadway crossing whereat at least one of the roads is for forwarded vehicle movement in only one direction. | 11-01-2012 |
Jeffery Q. Shen, Honderson, NV US
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20120317679 | TEMPORAL SEED PROMOTERS FOR EXPRESSING GENES IN PLANTS - The present invention relates to the field of plant genetic engineering. More specifically, the present invention relates to seed specific gene expression during a defined period of embryogenesis. The present invention provides promoters capable of transcribing heterologous nucleic acid sequences in seeds, and methods of modifying, producing, and using the same. | 12-13-2012 |
Jeffrey Q. Shen, Henderson, NV US
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20100077504 | TEMPORAL SEED PROMOTERS FOR EXPRESSING GENES IN PLANTS - The present invention relates to the field of plant genetic engineering. More specifically, the present invention relates to seed specific gene expression during a defined period of embryogenesis. The present invention provides promoters capable of transcribing heterologous nucleic acid sequences in seeds, and methods of modifying, producing, and using the same. | 03-25-2010 |
Ji Shen, San Diego, CA US
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20120171656 | Mobile Handwriting Recording Instrument and Group Lecture Delivery and Response System Using the Same - Disclosed is a mobile handwriting recording instrument for use in a lecture or classroom setting that includes a writing tablet, which has a writing surface, a transmitter and a receiver. Also included is a scanning device that is operably connected to the writing tablet. The scanning device is configured for capturing two or three dimensional indicia placed within the scanning device's field of view. The writing surface is configured to display handwritten indicia thereon while simultaneously displaying an image representing the handwritten indicia remotely. | 07-05-2012 |
20130010321 | DOCUMENT CAMERA BASED MULTIFUNCTION SCANNER-COPIER-PRINTER-FAX WITH AN AUTOMATIC PAPER FEEDER - Disclosed is a document imaging apparatus that includes a housing, which contains a paper storage tray, a digital image sensing device for capturing an image, an adjustable digital image sensing device stand supported by the housing and supporting the digital image sensing device, and a motorized document removal assembly comprising at least one roller wheel picker and a plurality of rollers, wherein the at least one roller wheel picker can be raised and lowered and is configured to apply a frictional force to a top surface of a single sheet of paper and to transfer the single sheet of paper toward the rollers. Optionally, a fax, copier, and printer and be integrated into the document imaging apparatus. | 01-10-2013 |
20130077138 | METHOD, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR A DOCUMENT CAMERA BASED BOOK SCANNER AND READING MACHINE WITH AN AUTOMATIC PAGE TURNER - Disclosed is a portable scanner for digitizing books. The scanner has a first leaf and a second leaf joined to each other at a hinge. A first support member is attached to the first leaf and a second support member is attached to the second leaf. The support members maintain the first leaf at an angle of less than ninety degrees relative to a surface supporting the first leaf. At least one scanning mechanism is connected to one of the first or second leafs. A page turning mechanism flips each page of a book to be scanned and maintain each page in a secure position. | 03-28-2013 |
20130117153 | FULLY INTERACTIVE, WIRELESS, RETAIL VIDEO DISPLAY TAG, INTEGRATED WITH CONTENT DISTRIBUTION, DATA MANAGEMENT, FEEDBACK DATA COLLECTION, INVENTORY AND PRODUCT PRICE SEARCH CAPABILITIES - In the disclosed video display tag, a processor is wirelessly connected to a remote server. A video display screen and a motion sensor are coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to update the display screen in real-time with information relating to availability and/or character of a select product. Also included is a transmitter that sends the updated display screen information to remote users. The processor activates in response to a signal from the motion detector indicating that a human being is nearby the system. | 05-09-2013 |
20130176483 | IMAGING DEVICE HAVING MULTIPLE OPTICS - Disclosed is an imaging device that has a base and a plurality of image capture devices. The base includes a bottom portion and an elongate stem portion that is pivotally attached at one of its ends to the bottom portion. An arm is pivotally attached to the stem portion. The arm has an elongate flap pivotally attached to the arm's mid-portion. A plurality of image capture devices are embedded in at least one of the bottom portion, the stem portion, the arm and the flap. An additional embodiment of the image capturing system includes a housing, a light capture mechanism and an image display mechanism. The housing includes a base and a linkage having a plurality of elongate sections. The light capture mechanism simultaneously captures first and second images and is contained within at least one of the elongate sections. First and second lenses make up the light capturing mechanism. | 07-11-2013 |
20140128043 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR RICH MEDIA ENABLED IP PHONE, COMMUNICATION DEVICE, SOFTWARE AND SERVICES FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, CONFERENCING AND OTHER BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS - Disclosed are embodiments of a system for rich media enabled communication that includes a service server system and a rich media enabled interactive telephonic device (RMITD). The service server system is configured to initiate a system sharing session automatically upon initiation of a phone call with the rich media enabled interactive telephone device. The RMITD has a browser enabled to access the service server system. The browser can be dynamically downloaded or downloaded in real time from a remote server. The system sharing session is a session in which the service system has access to the RMITD's processor. | 05-08-2014 |
20140160535 | CAPTURING REAL-TIME VIDEO WITH ZOOMING CAPABILITY AND SCANNING HIGH RESOLUTION STILL IMAGES OF DOCUMENTS USING THE SAME APPARATUS - Disclosed is a method of acquiring an image of a target to provide an output video image that has a plurality of frame images. The method includes the steps of receiving a series of frame images from a video camera, using a processor to manipulate the series of frame images, which includes determining a reference resolution for providing output frame images, and displaying and/or storing the manipulated series of frame images as the output video image without changing a resolution of the output frame images. Also disclosed is a document imaging apparatus that includes a digital imaging unit. The digital imaging unit contains optics that having an infinite focal length. The document imaging apparatus also includes a processor that is coupled to the digital imaging unit and that is configured to cause the digital imaging unit to zoom in or zoom out in real-time while maintaining a resolution value of stored images constant. A non-transitory storage medium stores images obtained from the digital imaging unit and a display displays the stored images. A folding suspension arm supports the digital imaging unit at a distance from a target to be imaged. | 06-12-2014 |
20140184826 | IMAGING DEVICE HAVING MULTIPLE OPTICS - Disclosed is an imaging device that has a base and a plurality of image capture devices. The base includes a bottom portion and an elongate stem portion that is pivotally attached at one of its ends to the bottom portion. An arm is pivotally attached to the stem portion. The arm has an elongate flap pivotally attached to the arm's mid-portion. A plurality of image capture devices are embedded in at least one of the bottom portion, the stem portion, the arm and the flap. An additional embodiment of the image capturing system includes a housing, a light capture mechanism and an image display mechanism The housing, includes a base and a linkage having a plurality of elongate sections. The light capture mechanism simultaneously captures first and second images and is contained within at least one of the elongate sections. First and second lenses make up the light capturing mechanism. | 07-03-2014 |
Jikui Shen, Dundlak, MD US
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20090281167 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS RELATED TO MIRNA MODULATION OF NEOVASCULARIZATION OR ANGIOGENESIS - The present invention concerns methods and compositions for diagnosing and/or treating vascular diseases including cancer, cardiac diseases, vascular diseases of the eye, and inflammatory diseases. The methods involve measuring the levels of one or multiple miRNAs in patient samples and using the test results to diagnose and/or predict an optimal treatment regimen for the patient. Compositions described in the invention include nucleic acids that function as miRNAs or miRNA inhibitors that can be introduced to a patient to reduce or increase vascularization as needed. | 11-12-2009 |
20130065951 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS RELATED TO MIRNA MODULATION OF NEOVASCULARIZATION OR ANGIOGENESIS - The present invention concerns methods and compositions for diagnosing and/or treating vascular diseases including cancer, cardiac diseases, vascular diseases of the eye, and inflammatory diseases. The methods involve measuring the levels of one or multiple miRNAs in patient samples and using the test results to diagnose and/or predict an optimal treatment regimen for the patient. Compositions described in the invention include nucleic acids that function as miRNAs or miRNA inhibitors that can be introduced to a patient to reduce or increase vascularization as needed. | 03-14-2013 |
Jin Hui Shen, Nashville, TN US
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20120310042 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REAL-TIME IMAGING AND MONITORING OF AN ELECTROSURGICAL PROCEDURE - An optical coherence tomography probe and laser combination device configured for real-time z-directional guidance of the incisional depth of a surgical procedure. It can be used alone or placed within the working channel of an endoscope. The device includes an OCT single mode fiber, and a laser fiber or laser hollow waveguide or electrical surgical wire positioned adjacent to the OCT single mode fiber. The single mode fiber is configured to move laterally when activated by an actuator to scan light data reflected from a sample that is positioned in front of a distal end of the device. The light data can be processed to generate a B-scan image. The device can collect data in real-time during lasing, or immediately prior to and following the cutting. The surgical tool, when coupled to a processor, can deactivate when the B-scan image identifies that the incision is within a predefined tolerance. | 12-06-2012 |
20140163537 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REAL-TIME IMAGING AND MONITORING OF AN ELECTROSURGICAL PROCEDURE - An optical coherence tomography probe and laser combination device configured for real-time z-directional guidance of the incisional depth of a surgical procedure. It can be used alone or placed within the working channel of an endoscope. The device includes an OCT single mode fiber, and a laser fiber or laser hollow waveguide or electrical surgical wire positioned adjacent to the OCT single mode fiber. The single mode fiber is configured to move laterally when activated by an actuator to scan light data reflected from a sample that is positioned in front of a distal end of the device. The light data can be processed to generate a B-scan image. The device can collect data in real-time during lasing, or immediately prior to and following the cutting. The surgical tool, when coupled to a processor, can deactivate when the B-scan image identifies that the incision is within a predefined tolerance. | 06-12-2014 |
20140221826 | OPTICAL COHERENCE TOMOGRAPHY PROBE - A miniature intraoperative probe ( | 08-07-2014 |
Jin Wen Shen US
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20120317499 | INSTANT MESSAGING SYSTEM THAT FACILITATES BETTER KNOWLEDGE AND TASK MANAGEMENT - This invention discloses a novel system that is tuned for people to exchange information effectively and manage the domain knowledge and tasks productively. With a WYSIWYG-like user interface, message encapsulation into individual objects, and multithreading message flow handling, this new system is able to bring forth revolutionary features that break the limitations of traditional IM systems by knitting traditionally separated functions into an integrated business information and management platform, and hence enable new ways in building knowledge base, reading industrial specific news, and assigning and managing tasks. | 12-13-2012 |
Kuan-Yueh Shen, Hillsboro, OR US
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20110147842 | MULTI-GATE SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE WITH SELF-ALIGNED EPITAXIAL SOURCE AND DRAIN - A channel strained multi-gate transistor with low parasitic resistance and method of manufacturing the same. A gate stack may be formed over a semiconductor fin having a gate-coupled sidewall height (H | 06-23-2011 |
Kuo-Shein Shen, Copley, OH US
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20090221753 | Method of Melt Blending Curable Polymer Compositions Using Silicone Hydrides - Provided in one aspect is a method of melt blending comprising providing an extruder possessing addition points from a zero point to a 100 point the length of the extruder; adding at least one thermoplastic and at least one curable polymer at the zero to 10 point of the extruder; adding at least one silicone hydride at the 5 to 30 point of the extruder; adding at least one metal catalyst at the 20 to 60 point of the extruder, with the proviso that the metal catalyst is added at least 5 points farther down the extruder than the silicone hydride. Provided in another aspect is a hydrosilylation curative composition comprising a silicone hydride having the formula | 09-03-2009 |
Lance Lixin Shen, Tualatin, OR US
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20100202653 | Watermarking Systems and Methods - Various improvements and applications for digital watermarking technology are detailed. One concerns techniques for making watermarks resistant to malicious attacks. Another involves using digital watermarking with ID cards and credentials, such as a watermarked driver's license conveying a user's cryptographic PKI. Still another uses digital watermarks in connection with automated compliance audits for corporate users of electronic content. A variety of other technologies are also detailed. | 08-12-2010 |
Liu Y. Shen, Westfield, IN US
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20100261884 | CLOSTRIDIUM PERFRINGENS ALPHA TOXIN PROTEINS - This invention pertains in part to the development of a vaccine for poultry against necrotic enteritis (NE). The vaccine utilizes a protective antigen that is a mutated, full-length, non-toxic | 10-14-2010 |
20150064708 | Rapid Targeting Assay in Crops for Determining Donor Insertion - The present disclosure provides methods for detecting and identifying plant events that contain precision targeted genomic loci, and plants and plant cells comprising such targeted genomic loci. The method can be deployed as a high throughput process utilized for screening a donor DNA polynucleotide insertion at the targeted genomic loci. The methods are readily applicable for the identification of plant events produced via a targeting method which results from the use of a site specific nuclease. | 03-05-2015 |
Man Hua Shen US
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20080308944 | Method for eliminating duo loading effect using a via plug - Method for eliminating loading effect using a via plug. According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a method of processing an integrated circuit wherein a loading effect is reduced. The method includes a step for providing a substrate, which is characterized by a first thickness. The method also includes a stop for forming an inter metal dielectric layer overlaying the substrate. The inter metal dielectric layer is characterized by a second thickness. The method additionally includes a step for forming a first photoresist layer overlaying the inter metal dielectric layer. The first photoresist layer is associated with a first pattern. Additionally, the method includes a step for forming a first opening positioned at least partially inside the inter metal dielectric layer. The first via opening is characterized by a first depth. The method additionally includes a step for removing the first photoresist layer. The method further includes a step for forming a via plug. | 12-18-2008 |
Marc Shen, Treasure Island, FL US
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20100200627 | Ankle Tourniquet Holster - An ankle holster is provided which can be used to store and transport a tourniquet. The ankle tourniquet holster can feature a flexible strap that can be worn around a body part of a wearer. A pocket can be sewn or otherwise attached to one side of the flexible strap. A tourniquet can be inserted into the pocket of the ankle tourniquet holster. The ankle tourniquet holster can be attached and worn around an ankle of the wearer using one or more fasteners. When worn around the wearer's ankle, the ankle tourniquet holster permits the wearer to easily and quickly access the tourniquet for self-treatment of a bleeding deep wound or to treat another injured person while concealing the presence of the tourniquet and avoiding its interference with weapons or gear that are normally transported via attachment to a belt around the wearer's waist. | 08-12-2010 |
20100206921 | Weapon sling with quick release mechanism and method of use - A weapon sling for attaching a long weapon to a user (e.g., via a bullet-proof vest or the like) includes an elastic bungee cord wrapped with a nylon sheath, a connector for reversibly attaching the sling to the weapon secured to one end of the wrapped bungee cord, a quick release clip for reversibly attaching the sling to the user at the other end of the wrapped bungee cord, a pull tab attached to the quick release clip, and a polymer ball attached to the end of the pull tab. Applying tension to the ball opens the clip and releasing the tension closes the clip. The pull tab is designed to open the quick release clip with a single pulling action in almost any direction. The connector and quick release clip are fastened to the bungee using stainless steel ring snaps and an adhesive heat shrink. A tactical weapon attached to the user via the sling with the quick release clip can therefore easily and quickly be removed or attached to the user. | 08-19-2010 |
Miaosen Shen, Manchester, CT US
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20110235373 | ACTIVE SWITCHING RIPPLE FILTER - An active switching ripple filter system removes ripple currents from a power signal and has a main inverter and an active switching ripple filter inverter whose outputs are combined to form an output power signal. | 09-29-2011 |
Michael Shen, Ft. Lauderdale, FL US
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20110184760 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF AUTOMATED INFORMATION EXTRACTION AND IMPLEMENTATION THROUGH LARGE SCALE NETWORKS - A system and method for extracting medical information into a digital format; classifying the medical information into a database with customizable standard categories; and implementing the new information on all related customers' system in large scale networks. | 07-28-2011 |
Ming C. Shen, Warsaw, IN US
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20100137481 | POLYETHYLENE MATERIALS - Certain embodiments described herein are directed to polymer compositions including a base material, a secondary material and an antioxidant. The composition also includes crystalline regions and amorphous regions with the crystalline regions comprising at least 62% by volume of the composition. In some embodiments, the base material is an ultra high molecular weight polyethylene material and the secondary material is a polyethylene material that is different than the base material. | 06-03-2010 |
Mingher F. Shen, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20110127797 | Vehicle Side Door Structures - A vehicle side door structure includes a door and a rocker panel providing a show surface beneath the door. The rocker panel includes a trim portion providing the show surface and a connecting portion moveably connected to the trim portion by a region of weakness such that the connecting portion is movable relative to the trim portion while connected thereto between an unlatched position and a latched position. The trim portion includes a lowest point and an upwardly extending section that locates a lowermost point of the region of weakness above the lowest point of the trim portion with the connecting portion in the latched position. | 06-02-2011 |
Mingher Fred Shen, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20090315346 | BUMPER REINFORCEMENT EXTENSION - Embodiments of a vehicle bumper reinforcement system comprise bumper fascia configured to couple to a vehicle body and operable to deform in response to a collision, a bumper reinforcement beam operable to couple to a vehicle body at a position spaced underneath the bumper fascia, and a bumper reinforcement extension disposed on a top edge of the bumper reinforcement beam, wherein the bumper reinforcement extension extends within a portion of the spacing between the bumper reinforcement beam and the bumper fascia. The bumper fascia is configured to deform and contact the bumper reinforcement beam and the bumper reinforcement extension in response to a collision, the position of the bumper reinforcement extension below the bumper being configured to reduce the deformation distance of the bumper fascia. | 12-24-2009 |
20090315347 | BUMPER COVER ATTACHMENT METHOD - Embodiments of methods for attaching and upper bumper cover and a lower bumper cover to a vehicle comprise providing a vehicle body and a bumper fascia coupled to the vehicle body, attaching the upper bumper cover to the vehicle body at a position at least partially covering the bumper fascia, at a position above the bumper fascia, or combinations thereof, and attaching the lower bumper cover to the vehicle body at least partially cover the bumper fascia, wherein the lower bumper cover is coupled to and disposed underneath the upper bumper cover. | 12-24-2009 |
20100176608 | Bumper Assemblies With Independently Aligned Garnishes and Reflectors - A bumper assembly for a vehicle may include a bumper cover with a garnish ring and a reflector disposed therein. The garnish ring may include a garnish connector and a reflector bracket that includes a reflector connection hole. The bumper cover may include a receptacle that includes a garnish bracket with a clearance hole and a connector opening that corresponds to the garnish connector. When the garnish ring is positioned in the receptacle, the garnish connector may be received in the connector opening thereby aligning the garnish ring with the bumper cover and the clearance hole with the reflector connection hole. The reflector may include a connector post when disposed in the garnish ring, the connector post may extend through the reflector connection hole and the clearance hole and be fastened to the reflector bracket such that the reflector is aligned with the garnish ring. | 07-15-2010 |
20140035309 | VEHICLE BODY EXPANSION FOAM - A method and apparatus for blocking the passage of air through a connection portion of two vehicle body portions. A first vehicle body portion is provided having a generally planar first surface. Expandable foam is mounted to the first surface of the first vehicle body portion. A second vehicle body portion having a generally planar second surface is connected to and overlapping the first surface of the first vehicle body portion thereby fully covering the expandable foam. The expandable foam expands when heated and is operable to expand to fill gaps to prevent the passage of air thereby preventing turbulent mixing of the air flow flowing between the first and second vehicle body portions with the air flow flowing from outside the vehicle. A method is further provided for blocking the passage of air through the connection portion of two vehicle body portions. | 02-06-2014 |
20140097643 | INTEGRATED STONE AND WATER SHIELD FOR BLIND SPOT MONITOR - A bracket protecting a location on a vehicle. The bracket can have upper and bottom members that are spaced apart from each other and connected by a side member. The upper, bottom and side members of the bracket can also form an opening where a blind spot monitor can be located. The upper member can have a liquid diversion flange that prevents water from flowing onto an outer radar surface of the blind spot monitor and the bottom member can have a debris-blocking flange that protects or shields the outer radar surface from debris such as rocks, sand, etc., that are thrown up from a road surface towards the blind spot monitor. | 04-10-2014 |
Mo-How Herman Shen, Dublin, OH US
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20120135272 | METHOD FOR APPLYING A LOW RESIDUAL STRESS DAMPING COATING - A method for applying a low residual stress damping coating to a surface of a substrate is provided. The method includes heating a ferromagnetic damping material in powder form such that the ferromagnetic damping material is at least partially molten. Next, the at least partially molten ferromagnetic damping material is directed at a surface of the substrate at an application velocity so that it adheres to the surface of the substrate to create a ferromagnetic damping coating on the surface of the substrate, resulting in a coated substrate. The ferromagnetic damping coating has a balanced coating residual stress, including a tensile quenching stress component and a compressive peening stress component. The balanced coating residual stress is within a range of ±50 MPa without having to subject the coated substrate to a high temperature annealing process. The resulting coated substrate exhibits a high damping capacity. | 05-31-2012 |
20140186653 | TURBINE COMPONENT HAVING A LOW RESIDUAL STRESS FERROMAGNETIC DAMPING COATING - A turbine component having a low residual stress ferromagnetic damping coating. The ferromagnetic damping coating may include a ferromagnetic damping material applied in at least partially molten powder form, which may be directed at a surface of the substrate at an application velocity so that it causes partial plastic deformation of the surface while adhering to the surface of the substrate and solidifying in less than 3 seconds to create a ferromagnetic damping coating, resulting in a coated substrate. The ferromagnetic damping coating has a balanced coating residual stress, including a tensile quenching stress component and a compressive peening stress component. The balanced coating residual stress is within a range of ±50 MPa without having to subject the coated substrate to a high temperature annealing process. The resulting coated substrate exhibits a high damping capacity. | 07-03-2014 |
Paul Shen, Potomac, MD US
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20100006780 | Method and Apparatus for Enhanced Terahertz Radiation from High Stacking Fault Density - A method and device for generating terahertz radiation comprising a polar crystal material layer operative to emit terahertz radiation; the polar crystal material layer comprising a plurality of stacking faults; the stacking faults lying substantially perpendicular to the polar axis and forming boundaries at which the internal electric polarization terminates leading to charges accumulating at the boundaries, and creation of internal electric fields oriented along the polar axis; a pulsed radiation source for creating photogenerated carriers in the polar crystal material; whereby the photogenerated carriers accelerate in the internal electric fields associated with the termination of the internal electric polarization by the stacking faults to thereby generate terahertz radiation. | 01-14-2010 |
20100187550 | LIGHT EMITTING DIODE - In a preferred embodiment, a light emitting device comprising: a polar template; a p-type layer grown on the polar template; the p-type layer having a first polarization vector; the first polarization vector having a first projection relative to a growth direction; an n-type layer grown on the p-type layer; the n-type layer having a second polarization vector; the second polarization vector having a second projection relative to said growth direction that is larger than the first projection of the first polarization vector for the p-type layer; the n-type layer and p-type layer forming an interface; whereby the first polarization vector in the p-layer and second polarization vector in the n-layer create a discontinuity at the interface resulting in a negative charge appearing at the interface. In another preferred embodiment, a light emitting device comprising: a polar template; a n-type layer grown on the template; the n-type layer having a first polarization vector; the first polarization vector having a first projection relative to a growth direction; an p-type layer grown on the n-type layer; the p-type layer having a second polarization vector; the second polarization vector having a second projection relative to said growth direction that is larger than the first projection of the first polarization vector for the p-type layer; the n-type layer and p-type layer forming an interface; whereby the first polarization vector in the p-layer and second polarization vector in the n-layer create a discontinuity at the interface resulting in a negative charge appearing at the interface. | 07-29-2010 |
Paul H. Shen, Potomac, MD US
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20110180733 | TERAHERTZ RADIATION DEVICE USING POLAR SEMICONDUCTOR MATERIALS AND METHOD OF GENERATING TERAHERTZ RADIATION - A method and device for generating terahertz radiation comprising a plurality of layers of polar crystal material operative to emit terahertz radiation; the plurality of layers comprising transport layers and divider layers, the plane of the layers being not parallel to the polar axis, the interface between the transport layers and divider layers forming boundaries at which the internal electric polarization terminates leading to charges accumulating at the boundaries, and creation of internal electric fields oriented along the polar axis; whereby when irradiated by a pulsed source of duration less than one picosecond, a time-varying and spatially nonuniform distribution of carriers is created in the growth direction of the polar crystal material thereby generating a first time-varying current due to diffusion of the carriers; the internal electric fields accelerating the carriers generated by the pulsed radiation source operating to produce a second time-varying current that is additive with the first time-varying current, thereby enhancing the generation of terahertz radiation. | 07-28-2011 |
20110198515 | TERAHERTZ RADIATION DEVICE AND METHOD OF GENERATING TERAHERTZ RADIATION - A method and device for generating terahertz radiation comprising a substrate; a plurality of segments of polar crystal material formed on the substrate, the segments having an internal electric polarization; each segment comprising at least two edges oriented substantially perpendicular to the polar axis such that the electric polarization terminates at the edges and the segment comprises a majority of positive charges on one edge and a majority of negative charges on the opposite edge thereby leading to creation of an internal electric field; whereby when irradiated by a pulsed source of duration less than one picosecond, electron-hole pairs are generated within the segments and the internal electric field separates and accelerates the electron-hole pairs to thereby produce terahertz radiation. | 08-18-2011 |
20110291108 | SEMICONDUCTOR PHOTODETECTOR WITH TRANSPARENT INTERFACE CHARGE CONTROL LAYER AND METHOD THEREOF - A detection device comprising a photodetector comprising a first semiconductor layer through which light first enters the photodetector; the first semiconductor layer to semiconductor material crystal lattice which terminates at an interface; the discontinuity of the semiconductor crystal lattice at the interface creating a first interface charge; the first semiconductor layer being an absorption layer in which photons in a predetermined wavelength range are absorbed and create photogenerated carriers; and a second polar semiconductor layer deposited on the crystal lattice of the first semiconductor layer, the second polar semiconductor being substantially transparent to light in the predetermined wavelength range, the second polar semiconductor layer having a total polarization different from the first semiconductor layer so that a second interface charge is induced at the interface between the first and second semiconductor layers; the induced second interface charge reduces or substantially cancels the first interface charge; whereby the reduction or substantial cancellation of the surface charge in the first semiconductor layer increases the collection of photogenerated carriers by the photodetector. A method of improving the quantum efficiency of a semiconductor photodetector comprising providing a semiconductor photodetector having a first layer which has a first interface through which light first enters the semiconductor photodetector; placing a layer of polar material transparent to the band of detection wavelengths that has a polarization substantially different than the polarization of the first layer such that the polarization charge induced at the interface between the layer of polar material and the first surface results in decreased interface recombination of photogenerated minority carriers and an increase in quantum efficiency of the photodetector. | 12-01-2011 |
20110291109 | POLARIZATION ENHANCED AVALANCHE PHOTODETECTOR AND METHOD THEREOF - An avalanche photodetector comprising a multiplication layer formed of a first material having a first polarization; the multiplication layer having a first electric field upon application of a bias voltage; an absorption layer formed of a second material having a second polarization forming an interface with the multiplication layer; the absorption layer having a second electric field upon application of the bias voltage, the second electric field being less than the first electric field or substantially zero, carriers created by light absorbed in the absorption layer being multiplied in the multiplication layer due to the first electric field; the absorption layer having a second polarization which is greater or less than the first polarization to thereby create an interface charge; the interface charge being positive when the first material predominately multiplies holes, the interface charge being negative when the first material predominately multiplies electrons, the change in electric field at the interface occurring abruptly at the atomic level; the interface charge creating electric field discontinuity causing first electric field to attain the breakdown field in the multiplication region and the second electric field to be low or zero in the absorption layer to thereby eliminate the need for a doped charge layer and the associated thickness of the doped charge layer required to transition from the low field to the high field. Also claimed is a method of making. | 12-01-2011 |
Paul Wen Shen, Mountain View, CA US
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20120237040 | System and Method for Automated Audio Mix Equalization and Mix Visualization - Disclosed herein are systems, methods, and non-transitory computer-readable storage media for automatically analyzing, modifying, and mixing a plurality of audio signals. The modification of the audio signals takes place to avoid spectral collisions which occur when more than one signal simultaneously occupies one or more of the same frequency bands. The modifications mask out some signals to allow others to exist unaffected. Also disclosed herein is a method for displaying the identified spectral collisions superimposed on graphical waveform representations of the analyzed signals. | 09-20-2012 |
Poi Shen, Copley, OH US
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20090018938 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PREDICTIVE BILL ENTRY - A system and methods for the processing of documents generated in shipping transactions using predictive data entry is disclosed. The system utilizes a Predicted Bill Entry engine and database to shift from a bill entry process to a bill review process by predicting the shipment characteristics between common sender and receiver pairs. Shipping information collected at the time of pickup or quote is converted into a temporary shipment record. The engine then compares the temporary shipment record with the predictive bill entry database. If a match is found, the user will be presented with a predictive record for bill review. Alternatively, the user can use the Predicted Bill Entry engine by entering the certain shipping information. The Predicted Bill Entry engine searches for a match in the Predicted Bill Entry database. If a match is found, the user is presented with a predictive record for bill review. | 01-15-2009 |
Quanrong Shen, Fishers, IN US
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20080306125 | Compounds and Methods for Modulating Fx-Receptors - Compounds of formula. wherein variables are as defined herein and their pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use are disclosed as useful for treating dyslipidemia and related diseases. | 12-11-2008 |
20100076065 | VITAMIN D RECEPTOR MODULATORS - The present invention relates to novel, non-secosteroidal, phenyl-benzothiophene compounds with vitamin D receptor (VDR) modulating activity that are less hypercalcemic than 1α,25 dihydroxy vitamin D3. These compounds are useful for treating bone disease and psoriasis. | 03-25-2010 |
20120322841 | Aldosterone Synthase Inhibitor - The present invention provides aldosterone synthase inhibitors of the formula: | 12-20-2012 |
Raymond Shen, Peachtree, GA US
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20080223599 | Electrical Junction Box - An electrical junction box for securing an electrical device substantially behind the exterior of a building structure to protect it from rain and other elements includes a box-shaped housing having a top wall, a bottom wall, side walls, a back wall, a front opening, a front edge surrounding the front opening, and a cavity for receiving the electrical device therein. The housing includes a boss extending from the back wall into the cavity. The boss has a forward-facing surface configured to receive fasteners to attach the electrical device. The front of the electrical device is recessed within the cavity. The electrical junction box also includes a wall extending outwardly from the front edge of the front opening and configured to abut the exterior of a structure. The electrical junction box also includes a rotatably adjustable cover for closing access to the front opening of the box. | 09-18-2008 |
Raymond Shen, Peachtree City, GA US
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20090029585 | Rotatably Locking Plug and Connector - An apparatus for coupling an electrical connector to a cable is provided. The apparatus includes an electrical connector having at least one tab extending radially out from the electrical connector and a housing rotatably coupled to the electrical connector. The housing includes at least one first channel disposed along an interior of the housing, wherein the at least one tab is configured to slidably engage the first channel. The housing also includes a spacer applying a first force in a first direction to the electrical connector. The housing also includes at least one tab retention member disposed along the interior of the housing, wherein the tab retention member is annularly disposed from the first channel and prevents the electrical connector from traveling beyond a predetermined distance in the first direction. | 01-29-2009 |
Seibo Ping-Cheng Shen, South San Francisco, CA US
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20120199572 | HERBAL VAPORIZATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - The subject technology pertains to an herbal vaporization apparatus including an electric heat base comprising a glass pass-through tube, and a hydratube having a first end a second end, wherein the hydratube is configured to be removably coupled with the electric heat base at the second end to place the hydratube in fluidic communication with the glass pass-through tube. The electric heat base can be configured to be coupled to the hydratube such that the hydratube is vertically mounted on top of the electric heat base. The electric heat base can include a glass pass-through tube including a plurality of chambers separated by constrictions and configured to receive and transmit a volume of gas, and a heating element disposed adjacent to the glass pass-through tube to heat the volume of gas received by the glass pass-through tube. Furthermore, the herbal vaporization apparatus can also include an herbal containment unit. | 08-09-2012 |
Shi Shen, Farmington Hills, MI US
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20120242806 | DYNAMIC STEREO CAMERA CALIBRATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A dynamic calibration system includes a rectification module that receives raw stereo image data from a vehicle stereo image system, rectifies the raw stereo image data, and outputs rectified stereo image data as a result thereof. A stereo matching module performs stereo matching processing on the rectified stereo image data, to thereby obtain a range map. A unit object generator receives the range map, detects at least one object in the range map, and provides information to the rectification module for use in determining whether a row shift operation should be performed in rectifying the raw stereo image data by the rectification module. A tracker receives information regarding the at least one objected detected by the unit object generator, and provides information to the rectification module for use in determining whether a column shift operation should be performed in rectifying the raw stereo image data by the rectification module. | 09-27-2012 |
20120242839 | IMAGE SENSOR CALIBRATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A calibration apparatus includes a calibration target such as a checkerboard, a frame configured to hold the checkerboard in place, a rotatable socket connected at one end to the frame, a stand which is connected to another end of the rotatable socket, a height adjusting portion connected at one end to the stand, and a platform connected to another end of the stand. The checkerboard can be tilted and moved to a particular distance and orientation with respect to an image system to be calibrated by the calibration apparatus. A method of identifying outlier images in the camera parameter estimation process, by using estimated 3D positions of the checkerboard compared with ground truth values. | 09-27-2012 |
20120245756 | DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM - A system and method of assisting a driver of a vehicle by providing driver and vehicle feedback control signals is disclosed herein. The system and method includes receiving location data of the vehicle from a GPS unit, retrieving navigation characteristics stored in a map database based on the location data, generating a most probable future path for the vehicle, determining the locations of upcoming zones on the most probable future path based on the retrieved navigation characteristics using a processor, generating vehicle speed data at a vehicle sensor unit, and determining if the vehicle speed data exceeds a speed threshold associated with the upcoming zone on the most probable path. | 09-27-2012 |
20120245817 | DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM - A system and method of assisting a driver of a vehicle by providing driver and vehicle feedback control signals is disclosed herein. The system and method includes receiving location data of the vehicle from a GPS unit, retrieving navigation characteristics stored in a map database based on the location data, generating a path tree comprising a set of forward paths the vehicle can take and a path tree root comprising the current path the vehicle is on and generating vehicle data from at least one vehicle sensor. The system and method also includes determining a most probable future path for the vehicle, determining road curvature of the most probable path at a plurality of nodes, comparing the received vehicle data with a threshold at one of the plurality of nodes on the most probable path, and transmitting a control signal in the case that the threshold has been exceeded. | 09-27-2012 |
Shida Shen, Branford, CT US
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20090095899 | ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE ION SOURCE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT - Electrospray ionization sources interfaced to mass spectrometers have become widely used tools in analytical applications. Processes occurring in Electrospray (ES) ionization generally include the addition or removal of a charged species such as H+ or other cation to effect ionization of a sample species. Electrospray includes ionization processes that occur in the liquid and gas phase and in both phases ionization processes require a source or sink for such charged species. Electrolyte species, that aid in oxidation or reduction reactions occurring in Electrospray ionization, are added to sample solutions in many analytical applications to increase the ion signal amplitude generated in Electrospray and detected by a mass spectrometer (MS) Electrolyte species that may be required to enhance an upstream sample preparation or separation process may be less compatible with the downstream ES processes and cause reduction in MS signal New Electrolytes have been found that increase positive and negative polarity analyte ion signal measured in ESMS analysis when compared with analyte ESMS signal achieved using more conventional electrolytes The new electrolyte species increase ES MS signal when added directly to a sample solution or when added to a second solution flow in an Electrospray membrane probe. It has also been found that running the ES membrane probe with specific Electrolytes in the second solution of the ES membrane probe have been found to enhance ESMS signal compared to using the same electrolytes directly in the sample solution being Electrosprayed The new electrolytes can be added to a reagent ion source configured in a combination Atmospheric pressure ion source to improve ionization efficiency. | 04-16-2009 |
20090095900 | ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE ION SOURCE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT - Electrospray ionization sources interfaced to mass spectrometers have become widely used tools in analytical applications. Processes occurring in Electrospray (ES) ionization generally include the addition or removal of a charged species such as H+ or other cation to effect ionization of a sample species. Electrospray includes ionization processes that occur in the liquid and gas phase and in both phases ionization processes require a source or sink for such charged species. Electrolyte species, that aid in oxidation or reduction reactions occurring in Electrospray ionization, are added to sample solutions in many analytical applications to increase the ion signal amplitude generated in Electrospray and detected by a mass spectrometer (MS) Electrolyte species that may be required to enhance an upstream sample preparation or separation process may be less compatible with the downstream ES processes and cause reduction in MS signal. New Electrolytes have been found that increase positive and negative polarity analyte ion signal measured in ESMS analysis when compared with analyte ESMS signal achieved using more conventional electrolytes. The new electrolyte species increase ES MS signal when added directly to a sample solution or when added to a second solution flow in an Electrospray membrane probe. It has also been found that running the ES membrane probe with specific Electrolytes in the second solution of the ES membrane probe have been found to enhance ESMS signal compared to using the same electrolytes directly in the sample solution being Electrosprayed. The new electrolytes can be added to a reagent ion source configured in a combination Atmospheric pressure ion source to improve ionization efficiency. | 04-16-2009 |
20110287554 | ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE ION SOURCE PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT - Electrospray ionization sources interfaced to mass spectrometers have become widely used tools in analytical applications. Processes occurring in Electrospray (ES) ionization generally include the addition or removal of a charged species such as H+ or other cation to effect ionization of a sample species Electrospray includes ionization processes that occur in the liquid and gas phase and in both phases ionization processes require a source or sink for such charged species. Electrolyte species, that aid in oxidation or reduction reactions occurring in Electrospray ionization, are added to sample solutions in many analytical applications to increase the ion signal amplitude generated in Electrospray and detected by a mass spectrometer (MS). Electrolyte species that may be required to enhance an upstream sample preparation or separation process may be less compatible with the downstream ES processes and cause reduction in MS signal. New Electrolytes have been found that increase positive and negative polarity analyte ion signal measured in ESMS analysis when compared with analyte ESMS signal achieved using more conventional electrolytes. The new electrolyte species increase ES MS signal when added directly to a sample solution or when added to a second solution flow in an Electrospray membrane probe. It has also been found that running the ES membrane probe with specific Electrolytes in the second solution of the ES membrane probe have been found to enhance ESMS signal compared to using the same electrolytes directly in the sample solution being Electrosprayed. The new electrolytes can be added to a reagent ion source configured in a combination Atmospheric pressure ion source to improve ionization efficiency. | 11-24-2011 |
Shyh-Chiang Shen, Marietta, GA US
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20100072518 | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES AND METHODS OF FABRICATING SAME - Methods of fabricating semiconductor devices using electrode-less wet-etching techniques to reduce defect densities on etched group III-nitride semiconductor surfaces are described herein. The methods generally involve contacting an etched surface of a component of a semiconductor device with a solution comprising a metal hydroxide and an oxidizing agent effective to reduce a roughness of the etched surface, wherein the etched surface is formed from a composition comprising a nitride of a group III element. Improved semiconductor devices are also disclosed. | 03-25-2010 |
Stephen L. Shen, Canton, MI US
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20120082871 | Thermal Management Controls for a Vehicle Having a Rechargeable Energy Storage System - A method of operating a RESS thermal system in a vehicle having a coolant loop for directing a coolant through a RESS and a refrigerant loop configured to selectively cool the coolant flowing through a chiller in the coolant loop, including: determining a current target temperature range for the RESS based on a current vehicle operating mode and ambient temperature; determining a temperature of the RESS; determining if the temperature of the RESS needs to increase or decrease to be within the current target temperature range; if the determination is made that the temperature of the RESS needs to increase, determining if an active heating or a passive heating of the coolant will be employed, the active heating using a greater amount of energy over a shorter time period than the passive heating; and activating the determined active heating or passive heating of the coolant. | 04-05-2012 |
20120283898 | THERMAL CONTROL OF MULTIPLE DEVICES - Methods and systems are provided for thermally controlling a plurality of devices of a system using an element. The element is controlled in accordance with a first control strategy via a processor if a temperature of a first device of the plurality of devices is within a first range, a temperature of a second device of the plurality of devices is within a second range, and an inlet temperature of the system is within a third range. The element is controlled via the processor in accordance with a second control strategy via the processor if the temperature of the first device is not within the first range, the temperature of the second device is not within the second range, or the inlet temperature is not within the third range. | 11-08-2012 |
20140198919 | NOISE CONTROL OF THERMAL COMPONENTS IN A HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE - Noise control for a vehicle is implemented by identifying sources of noise that are indicative of vehicle noise producing components. The sources of noise include a thermal management device of a hybrid-electric component of the vehicle and non-hybrid-electric components of the vehicle. The noise control is further implemented by determining a decibel value of the noise produced by each of the vehicle noise producing components, selecting the decibel value of one of the vehicle noise producing components having a highest decibel value as a mask limit, and determining an operational limit for the thermal management device. The operational limit includes a lowest threshold operating value which, when implemented, maintains a threshold level operating efficiency of the hybrid-electric component. If a decibel value of the noise produced by the thermal management device exceeds the mask limit, the noise control includes reducing a level of operation of the thermal management device to coincide with the decibel value of the operational limit. | 07-17-2014 |
Sudy Shen, Melbourne, FL US
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20110285634 | PORTABLE DATA ENTRY DEVICE - The invention is a portable data entry device that allows a user to record hand written material on paper using standard writing tools while simultaneously recording an electronic copy of the written material for subsequent processing and storage on suitable data processing and storage devices. The inventive device includes data processing software which performs an initial analysis of the electronically recorded hand writing and encodes non-ambiguous characters into a compressed character encoding format and stores the encoded data along with the remaining ambiguous character data in local storage memory. The encoded non-ambiguous character data is subsequently transmitted along with the remaining ambiguous character data to a base data processing device for further character recognition data processing. | 11-24-2011 |
Tony Shen, Phoenix, AZ US
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20100200123 | HARDENED TITANIUM STRUCTURE FOR TRANSMISSION GEAR APPLICATIONS - A method and apparatus are present for manufacturing a part. The part is comprised of a metal alloy and is positioned to form a positioned part. An electromagnetic field is generated that heats the positioned part. A surface of the positioned part is exposed to an inert gas, while the electromagnetic field is generated to create an inverse thermal gradient between an exterior of the positioned part and an interior section of the positioned part to form a heat treated part. | 08-12-2010 |
Wei-Ben Shen, Ellicott City, MD US
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20110070202 | Targeted delivery to the brain of magnetically labeled stem cells - Provided herein is a method of targeting stem cells to a specific region of the central nervous system of an individual in need of such treatment, comprising the steps of administering stem cells containing a superparamagnetic nanoparticles to said individual; and applying an external source of a magnetic field to the exterior of said individual's brain so as to advance and maneuver said stem cells. Also provided is a composition for targeting cells to a specific region of the central nervous system of an individual in need of such treatment, comprising stem cells containing a superparamagnetic nanoparticles. | 03-24-2011 |
Weijun Shen US
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20120108433 | SUPERCONDUCTING MAGNET COIL SUPPORT WITH COOLING AND METHOD FOR COIL-COOLING - A superconducting magnet coil support with cooling and a method for coil cooling are provided. One superconducting coil support arrangement includes a superconducting coil and at least one support beam supporting the superconducting coil and defining a tank for storing a cooling fluid therein. The superconducting coil support arrangement further includes a plurality of cooling tubes coupled to the superconducting coil and connected to the at least one support beam, wherein the plurality of cooling tubes are configured to transfer the cooling fluid therethrough. | 05-03-2012 |
Weijun Shen, Florence, SC US
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20090072939 | MAGNET SYSTEM AND MRI APPARATUS - A magnet system having a pair of parallel plate-like permanent magnets in which magnetic poles of reversed polarities are opposed to each other with a space therebetween. The pair of permanent magnets includes main portions magnetized in the same direction as their thickness direction, and peripheral portions magnetized in a direction different from their thickness direction. | 03-19-2009 |
20120098538 | SUPERCONDUCTING MAGNET HAVING COLD IRON SHIMMING CAPABILITY - A method of shimming a superconducting magnet assembly that includes a cryostat and a superconducting magnet configured to be installed in the cryostat. The method includes determining a plurality of field inhomogeneity characteristics of the superconducting magnet while the superconducting magnet is at room temperature and prior to the superconducting magnet being sealed in the cryostat, and installing an initial set of passive shims inside the cryostat while the superconducting magnet is at room temperature, the initial set of passive shims reducing the determined field inhomogeneity characteristics when the superconducting magnet is operating at a normal operational temperature. | 04-26-2012 |
20120182012 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PROTECTING A MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING MAGNET DURING QUENCH - A superconducting magnet assembly comprising a plurality of superconducting magnet coil portions forming a coil series circuit to provide a magnetic field, a power supply to supply power to the plurality of superconducting magnet coil portions during a magnet ramp mode of operation, and a ramp switch coupled to the superconducting magnet coil portions, wherein the ramp switch is configured to be open during a magnet ramp mode and closed during a persistent mode. A dump resistor is disposed externally to the vessel and is connectable by the ramp switch to the superconducting magnet coil portions. Further, a controller is coupled to at least one superconducting magnet coil portion and the ramp switch and is configured to detect a quench onset condition in the at least one superconducting magnet coil portion and to open the ramp switch upon detection of the quench onset condition in order to dump magnet energy. | 07-19-2012 |
20120306492 | PENETRATION TUBE ASSEMBLIES FOR REDUCING CRYOSTAT HEAT LOAD - A penetration assembly for a cryostat is presented. The penetration assembly includes an outer wall member having a first end and a second end and configured to alter an effective thermal length of the wall member, wherein a first end of the tube is communicatively coupled to a high temperature region and the second end of the tube is communicatively coupled to a cryogen disposed within a cryogen vessel of the cryostat. In addition, the penetration tube assembly includes a telescoping inner wall member comprising a plurality of tubes nested within one another, and wherein each tube in the plurality of tubes is operatively coupled to at least one other tube in series. | 12-06-2012 |
20120309630 | PENETRATION TUBE ASSEMBLIES FOR REDUCING CRYOSTAT HEAT LOAD - A penetration assembly for a cryostat is presented. The penetration assembly includes a wall member having a first end and a second end and configured to alter an effective thermal length of the wall member, where a first end of the wall member is communicatively coupled to a high temperature region and the second end of the wall member is communicatively coupled to a cryogen disposed within a cryogen vessel of the cryostat. | 12-06-2012 |
20130029849 | SUPERCONDUCTING MAGNET SYSTEM - A superconducting magnet system includes a coil support structure, superconducting coils, and electrically and thermally conductive windings. The superconducting coils and the conductive windings are supported by the coil support structure. Each conductive winding is electromagnetically coupled with a corresponding superconducting coil. Each conductive winding is electrically shorted. | 01-31-2013 |
20130154648 | SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR COMPENSATING FOR MAGNETIC FIELD DISTORTION IN AN MRI SYSTEM - A magnet apparatus for a magnetic resonance imaging system, the magnet apparatus includes a vacuum vessel, a helium vessel disposed within the vacuum vessel and a thermal shield disposed between the vacuum vessel and the helium vessel. A set of passive compensation coils are disposed within the vacuum vessel or the helium vessel and used to compensate for magnetic field distortion caused by mechanical vibrations within the magnet apparatus. | 06-20-2013 |
20130157865 | SYSTEM FOR MAGNETIC FIELD DISTORTION COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A system and method for magnetic field distortion compensation includes a cryostat for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system. The cryostat includes a vacuum casing having a vacuum therein. A cryogen vessel is disposed within the casing, the vessel having a coolant therein. A thermal shield is disposed between the vacuum casing and the cryogen vessel. An eddy current compensation assembly is disposed within the casing. The eddy current compensation assembly includes a plurality of electrically conductive loops formed on one of the vacuum casing, the cryogen vessel, and the thermal shield and constructed to mitigate vibration-induced eddy currents in the MRI system. | 06-20-2013 |
20140155268 | SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR COMPENSATING FOR MAGNETIC FIELD DISTORTION IN AN MRI SYSTEM - A magnet apparatus for a magnetic resonance imaging system, the magnet apparatus includes a cylindrical vacuum vessel, a closed loop cooling system disposed within the vacuum vessel and a cylindrical thermal shield disposed between the vacuum vessel and the closed loop cooling system. A set of passive compensation coils are disposed within the vacuum vessel and used to compensate for magnetic field distortion caused by mechanical vibrations within the magnet apparatus. | 06-05-2014 |
20150072864 | SUPERCONDUCTING MAGNET SYSTEM - A superconducting magnet system includes a coil support structure, superconducting coils, and electrically and thermally conductive windings. The superconducting coils and the conductive windings are supported by the coil support structure. Each conductive winding is electromagnetically coupled with a corresponding superconducting coil. Each conductive winding is electrically shorted. | 03-12-2015 |
Xianfeng Shen, Vienna, VA US
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20110160338 | FUNCTIONALIZED BIMODAL IMPACT MODIFIERS - The invention relates to functionalized bimodal butadiene-methylmethacrylate impact modifiers. The impact modifiers are especially useful in blends of engineering resins, particularly where the blend contains both functional and non-functional resins. Polycarbonate (PC)/polyethylene terephthalate (PET) blends using the functionalized bimodal butadiene-methylmethacrylate impact modifiers of the invention have excellent low temperature impact performance. | 06-30-2011 |
20140364541 | FUNCTIONAL MBS IMPACT MODIFIERS FOR USE IN ENGINEERING RESINS - The invention relates to a methylmethacrylate-butadiene-styrene (MBS) core/shell polymer impact modifier containing functionalization in the shell. The functionalized MBS is useful as an impact modifier in engineering resins, and especially in blends of engineering resins, particularly where the blend contains both functional and non-functional resins. One specific engineering resin blend having excellent low temperature impact performance is a polycarbonate (PC)/polyethylene terephthalate (PET) blend with the functional MBS of the present invention. | 12-11-2014 |
Xiaonan Shen, Shoreview, MN US
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20100030312 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR LEAD LENGTH DETERMINATION - A method and apparatus for positioning a lead within an anatomy is disclosed. The apparatus can be tracked relative to the anatomy to determine the position of selected portions of the anatomy. The positions of the portions of the anatomy can be used in determining an appropriate lead length to be positioned within the anatomy. Additionally, a determination of a lead length can be based upon statistical or acquired data of a selected population, according to an appropriate method. | 02-04-2010 |
20100331938 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE LEAD - An implantable lead including a lead body including an outer surface, a proximal end, a distal end, and at least one electrode; an electrically insulating member that extends axially over a first portion of the outer surface of the lead body between the proximal end and distal end, the electrically insulating member defining at least one aperture that exposes a first portion of the at least one electrode when in a first position over the lead body; and a reinforcement member formed at least partially of a different material than the insulating member and coupled to the insulating member, the reinforcement member extending axially over the outer surface of the lead body between the insulating member and proximal end. The reinforcement member may be configured to transfer at least one of a radial or axial force from a proximal portion of the reinforcement member to the insulating member, wherein the at least one of radial or axial force transferred to the insulating member is sufficient to move the insulating member over the outer surface of the lead body. In some examples, the lead may further include a deployable lobe member configured to anchor the reinforcement member and insulating member adjacent a tissue site within a patient. | 12-30-2010 |
20110190624 | OPTICAL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LOCALIZING THE FOSSA OVALIS DURING TRANS-SEPTAL PROCEDURES - A system and method for identifying the location of a medical device within a patient's body may be used to localize the fossa ovalis for trans-septal procedures. The systems and methods measure light reflected by tissues encountered by an optical array. An optical array detects characteristic wavelengths of tissues that are different distances from the optical array. The reflectance of different wavelengths of light at different distances from an optical array may be used to identify the types of tissue encountered, including oxygenated blood in the left atrium as detected from the right atrium through the fossa ovalis. | 08-04-2011 |
20120035490 | WIRELESS CARDIAC PULSATILITY SENSING - An implantable medical device system and associated method monitor changes in transimpedance in a body tissue due to changes in cardiac pulsatility. A first dipole is used to deliver a non-stimulating electrical current. The first dipole includes a first electrode and a second electrode adapted to be deployed along a first body location. A second dipole is used to measure a voltage resulting from the non-stimulating electrical current being conducted through a portion of a patient's body. The second dipole includes a third electrode and a fourth electrode different than the first electrode and the second electrode and adapted to be deployed along a second body location spaced apart from the first body location. | 02-09-2012 |
20120109258 | DETERMINATION OF DIPOLE FOR TISSUE CONDUCTANCE COMMUNICATION - Aspects of the present disclosure include a medical device system including an implantable medical device and an external device with three or more electrodes configured to contact a patient's skin. The external device either transmits or receives a test signal to or from the implantable medical device using a plurality of possible receive dipoles, where each possible receive dipole is formed by a pair of electrodes. A signal quality monitor, either at the implantable medical device or at the external device, measures a signal quality for the possible receive dipoles. | 05-03-2012 |
20130116522 | SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING THE LOCATION OF A DEVICE WITHIN A PATIENT'S BODY IN ORDER TO LOCATE THE FOSSA OVALIS FOR TRANS-SEPTAL PROCEDURES - A system and method for identifying the location of a medical device within a patient's body may be used to localize the fossa ovalis for trans-septal procedures. The systems and methods measure light reflected by tissues encountered by an optical array. An optical array detects characteristic wavelengths of tissues that are different distances from the optical array. The reflectance of different wavelengths of light at different distances from an optical array may be used to identify the types of tissue encountered, including oxygenated blood in the left atrium as detected from the right atrium through the fossa ovalis. | 05-09-2013 |
20150073228 | ULTRA LOW POWER INTERFACE USING ADAPTIVE SUCCESSIVE APPROXIMATION REGISTER - A medical device and associated method convert an analog signal using an adaptable bit number. The medical device includes an analog-to-digital (A/D) converter for receiving an analog signal. The A/D converter has a full scale range and a total number of bits spanning the full scale range. The A/D converter converts the analog signal to a digital signal over conversion cycles using an adaptable bit number so that on at least a portion of the conversion cycles an adapted number of bits spanning a portion of the full scale range less than the total number of bits is used by the A/D converter to convert the analog signal. | 03-12-2015 |
20150080688 | SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING THE LOCATION OF A DEVICE WITHIN A PATIENT'S BODY IN ORDER TO LOCATE THE FOSSA OVALIS FOR TRANS-SEPTAL PROCEDURES - A system and method for identifying the location of a medical device within a patient's body may be used to localize the fossa ovalis for trans-septal procedures. The systems and methods measure light reflected by tissues encountered by an optical array. An optical array detects characteristic wavelengths of tissues that are different distances from the optical array. The reflectance of different wavelengths of light at different distances from an optical array may be used to identify the types of tissue encountered, including oxygenated blood in the left atrium as detected from the right atrium through the fossa ovalis. | 03-19-2015 |
Xiaoyu Shen, Columbia, MD US
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20120190743 | COMPOUNDS FOR TREATING DISORDERS OR DISEASES ASSOCIATED WITH NEUROKININ 2 RECEPTOR ACTIVITY - Compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treating a disorder or disease associated with neurokinin 2 (NK | 07-26-2012 |
Yamtoa Shen, Reno, NV US
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20100109595 | INTEGRATED ACTUATOR SENSOR STRUCTURE - An integrated sensory actuator ( | 05-06-2010 |
Yuan Kui Shen US
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20090157642 | SEARCH SYSTEM USING SEARCH SUBDOMAIN AND HINTS TO SUBDOMAINS IN SEARCH QUERY STATEMENTS AND SPONSORED RESULTS ON A SUBDOMAIN-BY-SUBDOMAIN BASIS - A method and apparatus for generating search results including searching by subdomain and providing sponsored results by subdomain is provided. A search system according to embodiments of the present invention analyzes search queries to determine if they are to be routed to subdomains and presents results include sponsored hits sponsored on a subdomain by subdomain basis. | 06-18-2009 |
20120330949 | Search System Using Search Subdomain and Hints to Subdomains in Search Query Statements and Sponsored Results on a Subdomain-By-Subdomain Basis - A method and apparatus for generating search results including searching by subdomain and providing sponsored results by subdomain is provided. A search system according to embodiments of the present invention analyzes search queries to determine if they are to be routed to subdomains and presents results include sponsored hits sponsored on a subdomain by subdomain basis. | 12-27-2012 |
Yuan-Yue Shen US
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20090044291 | DROUGHT-RESISTANT PLANTS AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE PLANTS - This application provides a recombinant expression cassette for expressing the H subunit of Mg-chelatase, a plant gene product that is newly identified as an abscisic acid receptor. Also provided are a transgenic plant with drought-resistance and a method for producing such plants. | 02-12-2009 |
Yuhren Shen US
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20110096035 | LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY - A liquid crystal display comprises a liquid crystal module, a backlight module, a driving and detecting module, and plural photo-sensors; the said liquid crystal module contains polarizers, glass plates, liquid crystal, color filters, thin film transistors (TFTs), black matrixes, and various lines; the said backlight module contains light source, light guide, and diffuser; the said driving and detecting module contains date driver, gate driver, photo-sensor driver, and photo-sensing detector; the said plural photo-sensors contains P-N diodes or thin film transistors; each of the said plural photo-sensors is respectively installed at each pixel unit; the plural photo-sensors are used to sense the red and infrared rays which are first emitted from the light source, then pass through the liquid crystal module, and are finally reflected from the touch finger of the user using the optical touch-sensitive liquid crystal display, and are used to provide the sensed signals for the determination of the touch location of the user finger. | 04-28-2011 |
Yu-I Shen, Baltimore, MD US
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20110275565 | BIOCOMPATIBLE POLYSACCHARIDE-BASED HYDROGELS - Modified polysaccharides and crosslinked modified polysaccharide compositions are described. Methods of using the crosslinked modified polysaccharide compositions to deliver proteins, oligonucleotides, or pharmaceutical agents are also disclosed. | 11-10-2011 |
20130102531 | FUNCTIONAL VASCULARIZATION WITH BIOCOMPATIBLE POLYSACCHARIDE-BASED HYDROGELS - Slow vascularization of functional blood limits the transplantation of tissue constructs and the recovery of ischemic and wounded tissues. Blood vessel ingrowth into polysaccharide-based hydrogel scaffolds remains a challenge. A synergistic effect of multiple angiogenic GFs was established; the co-encapsulation of VEGF plus other growth factors induced more and larger blood vessels than any individual GF, while the combination of all GFs dramatically increased the size and number of newly formed functional vessels. Rapid, efficient, and functional neovascularization may be achieved. | 04-25-2013 |
Yu-Jiun Shen US
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20110175126 | LIGHT-EMITTING DIODE STRUCTURE - A light emitting diode device is provided, which comprises a substrate comprising a first growth surface and a bottom surface opposite to the first growth surface; a dielectric layer with a plurality of openings therein formed on the first growth surface; a plurality of semiconductor nano-scaled structures formed on the substrate protruding through the openings; a layer formed on the plurality of semiconductor nano-scaled structures with a second growth surface substantially parallel with the bottom surface; a light emitting diode structure formed on the second growth surface; wherein the diameters of the openings are smaller than 250 nm, and wherein the diameters of the plurality semiconductor nano-scaled structures are larger than the diameters of the corresponding openings. | 07-21-2011 |
Zhenlei Shen, Boise, ID US
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20110051513 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR DEALING WITH THRESHOLD VOLTAGE CHANGE IN MEMORY DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for dealing with threshold voltage change in memory devices. A number of embodiments include an array of memory cells and control circuitry having sense circuitry coupled to the array. The control circuitry is configured to determine changes in threshold voltages (Vts) associated with the memory cells without using a reference cell, and adjust the sense circuitry based on the determined changes and without using a reference cell. | 03-03-2011 |
20110280084 | DETERMINING AND USING SOFT DATA IN MEMORY DEVICES AND SYSTEMS - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for determining and using soft data in memory devices and systems. One or more embodiments include an array of memory cells and control circuitry coupled to the array. The control circuitry is configured to perform a number of sense operations on the memory cells using a number of sensing voltages to determine soft data associated with a target state of the memory cells, and adjust a sensing voltage used to determine the target state based, at least partially, on the determined soft data. | 11-17-2011 |
20120069658 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR DEALING WITH THRESHOLD VOLTAGE CHANGE IN MEMORY DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for dealing with threshold voltage change in memory devices. A number of embodiments include an array of memory cells and control circuitry having sense circuitry coupled to the array. The control circuitry is configured to determine changes in threshold voltages (Vts) associated with the memory cells without using a reference cell, and adjust the sense circuitry based on the determined changes and without using a reference cell. | 03-22-2012 |
20120182810 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR ADJUSTING SENSING VOLTAGES IN DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for adjusting sensing voltages in devices. One or more embodiments include memory cells, and a controller configured to perform a sense operation on the memory cells using a sensing voltage to determine a quantity of the memory cells having a threshold voltage (Vt) greater than the sensing voltage and adjust a sensing voltage used to determine a state of the memory cells based, at least partially, on the determined quantity of memory cells. | 07-19-2012 |
20120307559 | DATA MODULATION FOR GROUPS OF MEMORY CELLS - Methods, devices, and systems for data modulation for groups of memory cells. Data modulation for groups of memory cells can include modulating N units of data to a combination of programmed states. Each memory cell of a group of G number of memory cells can be programmed to one of M number of programmed states, where M is greater than a minimum number of programmed states needed to store N/G units of data in one memory cell, and where the programmed state of each memory cell of the group is one of the combination of programmed states. | 12-06-2012 |
20130051143 | MEMORY CELL COUPLING COMPENSATION - Methods for memory cell coupling compensation and apparatuses configured to perform the same are described. One or more methods for memory cell coupling compensation includes determining a state of a memory cell using a voltage that is changed in accordance with a first memory cell coupling compensation voltage, performing an error check on the state of the memory cell, and determining the state of the memory cell using a voltage that is changed in accordance with a second memory cell coupling compensation voltage in response to the error check failing. | 02-28-2013 |
20130058168 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR DEALING WITH THRESHOLD VOLTAGE CHANGE IN MEMORY DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for dealing with threshold voltage change in memory devices. A number of embodiments include an array of memory cells and control circuitry having sense circuitry coupled to the array. The control circuitry is configured to determine changes in threshold voltages (Vts) associated with the memory cells without using a reference cell, and adjust the sense circuitry based on the determined changes and without using a reference cell. | 03-07-2013 |
20130141985 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR ADJUSTING SENSING VOLTAGES IN DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for adjusting sensing voltages in devices. One or more embodiments include memory cells, and a controller configured to perform a sense operation on the memory cells using a sensing voltage to determine a quantity of the memory cells having a threshold voltage (Vt) greater than the sensing voltage and adjust a sensing voltage used to determine a state of the memory cells based, at least partially, on the determined quantity of memory cells. | 06-06-2013 |
20130163346 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR DETERMINING THRESHOLD VOLTAGE SHIFT - Apparatuses and methods for determining threshold voltage shift are described. A number of methods for determining threshold voltage shift in memory cells include determining changes in threshold voltage for memory cells at each data state of a first number of data states by searching threshold voltage data of memory cells programmed to the first number of data states and determining changes in threshold voltage for memory cells at each data state of a second number of data states by searching threshold voltage data of memory cells programmed to the second number of data states within a range of threshold voltages, wherein the range is shifted from a previous range based on the changes in threshold voltage for memory cells programmed to the first number of data states. | 06-27-2013 |
20130238863 | MEMORY AND SENSE PARAMETER DETERMINATION METHODS - Memory devices and methods for operating a memory include filtering a histogram of sensed data of the memory, and adjusting a parameter used to sense the memory using the filtered histogram. Filtering can be accomplished by averaging or summing, and may include weighting the sums or averages. | 09-12-2013 |
20130275714 | MAPPING BETWEEN PROGRAM STATES AND DATA PATTERNS - The present disclosure includes methods and apparatuses for mapping between program states and data patterns. One method includes: programming a group of G memory cells such that a combination of respective program states of the group maps to a constellation point corresponding to a received N unit data pattern, the group used to store N/G units of data per memory cell; wherein the constellation point is one of a number of constellation points of a constellation associated with mapping respective program state combinations of the group of memory cells to N unit data patterns; and wherein the constellation comprises a first mapping shell and a second mapping shell, the constellation points corresponding to the respective first and second mapping shells determined, at least partially, based on a polynomial expression of order equal to G. | 10-17-2013 |
20130286736 | DETERMINING AND USING SOFT DATA IN MEMORY DEVICES AND SYSTEMS - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for determining and using soft data in memory devices and systems. One or more embodiments include an array of memory cells and control circuitry coupled to the array. The control circuitry is configured to perform a number of sense operations on the memory cells using a number of sensing voltages to determine soft data associated with a target state of the memory cells, and adjust a sensing voltage used to determine the target state based, at least partially, on the determined soft data. | 10-31-2013 |
20140063975 | INFERRING THRESHOLD VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH MEMORY CELLS VIA INTERPOLATION - The present disclosure includes apparatuses and methods for inferring threshold voltage distributions associated with memory cells via interpolation. A number of embodiments include determining soft data for a group of memory cells each programmed to one of a number of data states, wherein the soft data comprises a number of different soft data values, determining a quantity of memory cells associated with each of the different soft data values, and inferring at least a portion of a threshold voltage distribution associated with the group of memory cells via an interpolation process using the determined quantities of memory cells associated with each of the different soft data values. | 03-06-2014 |
20140098614 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR DEALING WITH THRESHOLD VOLTAGE CHANGE IN MEMORY DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for dealing with threshold voltage change in memory devices. A number of embodiments include an array of memory cells and control circuitry having sense circuitry coupled to the array. The control circuitry is configured to determine changes in threshold voltages (Vts) associated with the memory cells without using a reference cell, and adjust the sense circuitry based on the determined changes and without using a reference cell. | 04-10-2014 |
20140233314 | MEMORY CELL COUPLING COMPENSATION - Methods for memory cell coupling compensation and apparatuses configured to perform the same are described. One or more methods for memory cell coupling compensation includes determining a state of a memory cell using a voltage that is changed in accordance with a first memory cell coupling compensation voltage, performing an error check on the state of the memory cell, and determining the state of the memory cell using a voltage that is changed in accordance with a second memory cell coupling compensation voltage in response to the error check failing. | 08-21-2014 |
20140286094 | DATA MODULATION FOR GROUPS OF MEMORY CELLS - Methods, devices, and systems for data modulation for groups of memory cells. Data modulation for groups of memory cells can include modulating N units of data to a combination of programmed states. Each memory cell of a group of G number of memory cells can be programmed to one of M number of programmed states, where M is greater than a minimum number of programmed states needed to store N/G units of data in one memory cell, and where the programmed state of each memory cell of the group is one of the combination of programmed states. | 09-25-2014 |
20140351491 | MAPPING BETWEEN PROGRAM STATES AND DATA PATTERNS - The present disclosure includes methods and apparatuses for mapping between program states and data patterns. One method includes: programming a group of G memory cells such that a combination of respective program states of the group maps to a constellation point corresponding to a received N unit data pattern, the group used to store N/G units of data per memory cell; wherein the constellation point is one of a number of constellation points of a constellation associated with mapping respective program state combinations of the group of memory cells to N unit data patterns; and wherein the constellation comprises a first mapping shell and a second mapping shell, the constellation points corresponding to the respective first and second mapping shells determined, at least partially, based on a polynomial expression of order equal to G. | 11-27-2014 |
20140355355 | METHODS, DEVICES, AND SYSTEMS FOR ADJUSTING SENSING VOLTAGES IN DEVICES - The present disclosure includes methods, devices, and systems for adjusting sensing voltages in devices. One or more embodiments include memory cells, and a controller configured to perform a sense operation on the memory cells using a sensing voltage to determine a quantity of the memory cells having a threshold voltage (Vt) greater than the sensing voltage and adjust a sensing voltage used to determine a state of the memory cells based, at least partially, on the determined quantity of memory cells. | 12-04-2014 |
20150016186 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR DETERMINING THRESHOLD VOLTAGE SHIFT - Apparatuses and methods for determining threshold voltage shift are described. A number of methods for determining threshold voltage shift in memory cells include determining changes in threshold voltage for memory cells at each data state of a first number of data states by searching threshold voltage data of memory cells programmed to the first number of data states and determining changes in threshold voltage for memory cells at each data state of a second number of data states by searching threshold voltage data of memory cells programmed to the second number of data states within a range of threshold voltages, wherein the range is shifted from a previous range based on the changes in threshold voltage for memory cells programmed to the first number of data states. | 01-15-2015 |
20150023110 | INFERRING THRESHOLD VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH MEMORY CELLS VIA INTERPOLATION - The present disclosure includes apparatuses and methods for inferring threshold voltage distributions associated with memory cells via interpolation. A number of embodiments include determining soft data for a group of memory cells each programmed to one of a number of data states, wherein the soft data comprises a number of different soft data values, determining a quantity of memory cells associated with each of the different soft data values, and inferring at least a portion of a threshold voltage distribution associated with the group of memory cells via an interpolation process using the determined quantities of memory cells associated with each of the different soft data values. | 01-22-2015 |
Zhong-Jian Shen, Madison, WI US
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