Cassidy, US
Briana Marie Cassidy, Columbia, SC US
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20140198821 | Methods of Detecting Latent Stains on a Surface - Methods for identifying chemical contrasts on a common surface are generally provided. The presence of a stain on a surface can be detected by applying a testing vapor, such as water, onto the surface and monitoring the surface with an infrared camera that detects wavelengths of about 700 nm to about 1 mm and/or a microbolometer that detects wavelengths of about 7.5 μm to about 14 μm. The surface may be at room temperature or preheated during the detection method. | 07-17-2014 |
Charles F. Cassidy, Cumming, GA US
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20100239118 | Optical Signature to Enable Image Correction - A method and system for performing document image correction using a document reader is disclosed. The method includes generating a document image representative of a document having a deformation; decoding an optical pattern embedded in the document from the document image to determine an optical signature for the document; receiving document classification data associated with the optical signature; and applying an image correction technique to the document image based on the document classification data to generate a corrected document image. A document capable of being read by a document reader is also disclosed. The document includes a substrate and an optical pattern embedded on the substrate. The optical pattern is part of a background pattern printed on the substrate. The optical pattern defines an optical signature unique to the particular class of document and is associated with document classification data for the document. | 09-23-2010 |
Craig Cassidy, Phoenix, AZ US
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20150242625 | Pre-Delegation of Defined User Roles for Guiding User in Incident Response - Incident response systems may benefit from proper organization and handling of responses. For example, incident response systems may benefit from the pre-delegation of defined user roles for guiding one or more users in an incident response. A method can include monitoring, by a computer system, an incident. The method can also include determining, by the computer system, whether each of a plurality of incident response team members is checked in with respect to the incident. The method can further include maintaining, by the computer system, a set of task lists and role type assignments based on the determination. | 08-27-2015 |
Dana Cassidy, Fort Worth, TX US
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20120034014 | Touch-Up Painting System and Method - Improved touch-up painting systems and methods may allow for economical storage of a relatively small quantity of paint that may be used to perform touch-up painting. Such systems and methods may allow paint to be stored in a container, and the container storing the paint may then be used to apply paint to touch-up a marred surface or to outline a perimeter portion of a surface with paint. Paint may flow from the container through an aperture in a cap secured to the container, and the paint may be received through a brush or sponge assembly affixed to the cap. The brush/sponge assembly may be used to apply the paint while a user grasps or holds the container. | 02-09-2012 |
Daniel Philip Cassidy, Concord, MA US
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20120158435 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DEFINED CONTRIBUTION DEFAULT BENCHMARK - A system and method for generating an integrated family of benchmarks representing portfolio allocations for a participant is described. At least two assets for a portfolio are identified. A current market rate for at least one of the assets and an expected inflation for a predetermined time period are determined via a computing device. The computing device determines a portfolio allocation to each asset based on the current market rate and the expected inflation so as to define a process for obtaining inflation-protected income for a predetermined number of years and then non-inflation protected income for subsequent years. The identified assets and the portfolio allocations are published via a network. | 06-21-2012 |
20120166359 | METHOD FOR DEFINED CONTRIBUTION DEFAULT BENCHMARK - A method for generating an integrated family of benchmarks representing portfolio allocations for a participant is described. At least two assets for a portfolio are identified. A current market rate for at least one of the assets and an expected inflation for a predetermined time period are determined via a computing device. The computing device determines a portfolio allocation to each asset based on the current market rate and the expected inflation so as to define a process for obtaining inflation-protected income for a predetermined number of years and then non-inflation protected income for subsequent years. The identified assets and the portfolio allocations are published via a network. | 06-28-2012 |
20140067715 | METHOD FOR DEFINED CONTRIBUTION DEFAULT BENCHMARK - A method for generating an integrated family of benchmarks representing portfolio allocations for a participant is described. At least two assets for a portfolio are identified. A current market rate for at least one of the assets and a break-even inflation rate for a predetermined time period are determined via a computing device. The computing device determines a portfolio allocation to each asset based on the current market rate and the break-even inflation for obtaining inflation-protected income for a predetermined number of years and then non-inflation protected income for subsequent years. The identified assets and the portfolio allocations are published via a network. | 03-06-2014 |
David Cassidy, Chandler, AZ US
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20080200870 | SYSTEM FOR GUIDING A USER DURING PROGRAMMING OF A MEDICAL DEVICE - A medical pump that provides advance guidance to a user regarding existence and limits of a valid input range for a pump programming parameter includes an input device for entering a value of a pump programming parameter, a memory for storing constraints related to the pump programming parameter, and a processor in communication with the memory and the input device. The processor dynamically utilizes the constraints to determine and generate a signal indicating whether a valid input range exists for a to-be-entered value of the pump programming parameter and notifies the user. | 08-21-2008 |
David Cassidy, Chelmsford, MA US
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20100253288 | LITHIUM POLYMER BATTERY POWERED INTRAVENOUS FLUID WARMER - A lithium polymer (LiPo) battery pack having LiPo battery cells is provided which includes battery protection circuitry, charging circuitry, cell balancing circuitry, and control and communication circuitry. The batteries can be charged while in use by an internal charger. Battery charging and discharging are accomplished in a controlled and protected manner to avoid overcharging and overdischarging conditions. The novel battery pack has built-in safeguards against dangerous LiPo battery conditions and is implemented in a small, portable unit which contains the battery cells, control and protection circuitry, internal charger and display gauge. The battery pack is useful for powering an intravenous fluid warmer or other medical or electrical devices and equipment. | 10-07-2010 |
20110238012 | LITHIUM POLYMER BATTERY POWERED INTRAVENOUS FLUID WARMER - A lithium polymer (LiPo) battery pack having LiPo battery cells is provided which includes battery protection circuitry, charging circuitry, cell balancing circuitry, and control and communication circuitry. The batteries can be charged while in use by an internal charger. Battery charging and discharging are accomplished in a controlled and protected manner to avoid overcharging and overdischarging conditions. The novel battery pack has built-in safeguards against dangerous LiPo battery conditions and is implemented in a small, portable unit which contains the battery cells, control and protection circuitry, internal charger and display gauge. The battery pack is useful for powering an intravenous fluid warmer or other medical or electrical devices and equipment. | 09-29-2011 |
David E. Cassidy, Chelmsford, MA US
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20110098642 | INTRAVENOUS FLUID WARMING SYSTEM - A fluid warming device includes axially or longitudinally slidable covers that retain a removable heat exchange body in a housing in heat exchange communication with a heater assembly while allowing flow through the heat exchange body to be observed. In another aspect, a fluid warming system increases or decreases power to a heater assembly to adjust the fluid temperature to ensure that the fluid is at an appropriate temperature when it reaches the patient. | 04-28-2011 |
20120126751 | Device and Method of Battery Discharge - A battery pack includes a plurality of cells. A discharge circuit is electrically connected to the plurality of cells. A computer processor is electrically connected to the discharge circuit and to an input device. The computer processor operates the discharge circuit to selectively connect a first and a second discharge load of the discharge circuit to the plurality of cells. A method of discharging a battery for safe disposal includes connecting a first discharge load in parallel to a first cell. A first voltage across the first cell is monitored. A second discharge load is connected in parallel to a second cell. A second voltage is monitored across the second cell. A processor compares the first voltage and the second voltage to a predetermined cell voltage threshold. The first discharge load and the second discharge load are disconnected from the first cell and the second cell when the first and second voltages fall below the predetermined cell voltage threshold. | 05-24-2012 |
20120126991 | Device and Method of Determining Safety in a Battery Pack - A battery pack includes at least one battery cell that expands and contracts in relation to the chemical conditions of the battery cell. A substrate is configured to contact the at least one battery cell. A sensor is attached to the substrate and the sensor produces a signal indicative of the displacement of the substrate. A controller is communicatively connected to the sensor such that the controller receives the signal from the sensor. The controller processes the signal to produce an indication of a status of the battery cell. A method of monitoring battery safety includes movably securing a substrate across at least one cell of a battery. A displacement of the substrate is measured. The measured displacement is processed with a controller to identify a safety status of the at least one cell. An output device is operated with a controller to provide an indication of the safety status of the at least one cell of the battery. | 05-24-2012 |
20120203176 | INTRAVENOUS FLUID WARMING SYSTEM - A fluid warming device may include a housing comprising a main body, a heat exchange body receiving compartment, and a cover movably coupled to the main body between an open position and a closed position; a heater assembly disposed within the main body and having a heat conducting surface disposed proximate the heat exchange body receiving compartment; and a heat exchange body removably disposable in the heat exchange body receiving compartment of the main body and having an input port and an output port to couple the heat exchange body to tubing to flow a fluid to be warmed through the heat exchange body. In another aspect, a fluid warming system increases or decreases power to a heater assembly to adjust the fluid temperature to ensure that the fluid is at an appropriate temperature when it reaches the patient. | 08-09-2012 |
20130014526 | Cryopreservation Device with Retrofitted Electronic Tracking Device - The present invention is a cryopreservation device that has the ability to track and record preserved specimens using an integrated electronics system. The cryopreservation device stores specimens within a preservation chamber. A sealing cap encloses the preservation chamber. The integrated electronics system is embedded within a base attachment. The base attachment can be retrofitted into the cryopreservation device using a mechanical locking system and a recessed surface and cavity within the cryopreservation device. The mechanical locking system secures the base attachment into the cryopreservation device using multiple spring-loaded barbs and locking receptacles. The base attachment inserts within the recessed surface and cavity. The integrated electronics system uses a control block to operate a plurality of sensors and to attain time dependent specimen data. The specimen data is saved within a storage device. The specimen data can be retrieved without physically connecting to the integrated electronics system using a communication device. | 01-17-2013 |
20130046165 | System for a Disposable Capacitive Bioimpedance Sensor - A system for a disposable capacitive bioimpedance sensor is used to collect bioimpedance data from an electric current traveling into or through an organism's tissue, where the bioimpedance data can be used to make medical analysis. The system mainly comprises at least one disposable sensor, at least one communication channel, a sensing circuit, and an instrument portion. The disposable sensor and the sensing circuit are used to retrieve the bioimpedance data from the organism's tissue, which is then sent to the instrument portion through the communication channel in order to be analyzed and processed. The disposable sensor includes a plurality of electrodes, an electrode support layer, and a capacitive signal receptor. The electrodes deliver the electrical current to the organism's tissue, and the capacitive signal receptor allows the electrical current to be properly sent or received through the organism's tissue. The electrode support layer holds the electrodes in place. | 02-21-2013 |
20140169775 | INTRAVENOUS FLUID WARMING SYSTEM - A fluid warming device may include a housing comprising a main body, a heat exchange body receiving compartment, and a cover movably coupled to the main body between an open position and a closed position; a heater assembly disposed within the main body and having a heat conducting surface disposed proximate the heat exchange body receiving compartment; and a heat exchange body removably disposable in the heat exchange body receiving compartment of the main body and having an input port and an output port to couple the heat exchange body to tubing to flow a fluid to be warmed through the heat exchange body. In another aspect, a fluid warming system increases or decreases power to a heater assembly to adjust the fluid temperature to ensure that the fluid is at an appropriate temperature when it reaches the patient. | 06-19-2014 |
20140373711 | Fluid Trap and Method of Separating Fluids - A fluid trap apparatus includes an inlet configured to receive a flow of composite fluid into the apparatus. The composite fluid contains at least a first fluid and a second fluid. An outer wall defines an interior chamber. A flow diffuser is interposed within the interior chamber. The flow diffuser directs the flow of the composite fluid to circulate through the interior chamber. The first fluid and the second fluid separate as the composite fluid circulates through the interior chamber. A method of separating a first fluid from a second fluid includes introducing a flow of composite fluid into a separate chamber. A pressure gradient is created within the separation chamber. A flow diffuser is interposed in a flow path between an inlet and an outlet. The flow diffuser directs the flow of the composite fluid within the separation chamber. The first fluid and the second fluid are separated. | 12-25-2014 |
20160095986 | FLUID TRAP AND METHOD OF SEPARATING FLUIDS - A fluid trap apparatus includes an inlet configured to receive a flow of composite fluid into the apparatus. The composite fluid contains at least a first fluid and a second fluid. An outer wall defines an interior chamber. A flow diffuser is interposed within the interior chamber. The flow diffuser directs the flow of the composite fluid to circulate through the interior chamber. The first fluid and the second fluid separate as the composite fluid circulates through the interior chamber. A method of separating a first fluid from a second fluid includes introducing a flow of composite fluid into a separate chamber. A pressure gradient is created within the separation chamber. A flow diffuser is interposed in a flow path between an inlet and an outlet. The flow diffuser directs the flow of the composite fluid within the separation chamber. The first fluid and the second fluid are separated. | 04-07-2016 |
David Ellsworth Cassidy, Chelmsford, MA US
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20110169343 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR POWERING ELECTRIC DEVICES COUPLED TO A PATIENT TO REDUCE TRANSIENTS IN PATIENT MONITORING DEVICES - Apparatus, systems, and methods for powering an electric device coupled to a patient to reduce transients on patient monitoring devices are provided herein. In some embodiments, an apparatus for reducing transient electrical events on a patient monitoring device may include a device that can be powered on or off to cause current flow through a load of the device and which has a line out that is capacitively coupled to a patient during use; and a control circuit to control a periodic coupling of first and second voltage sources to the load out of phase at a predetermined carrier frequency to provide continuous current flow through the load in alternating directions, and to control the periodic coupling of first and second voltage sources to the load in phase at a predetermined carrier frequency to provide no current flow through the load. | 07-14-2011 |
20110172750 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR ACTIVE PATIENT WARMING - Methods and apparatus for warming a patient are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a patient warming device may include a heater layer comprising a plurality of heater cells disposed on a flexible substrate; and a thermal conduction layer disposed on a patient side of the heater layer to transfer heat generated by the heater layer to a patient. The heater cells may comprise an electrical circuit to generate heat by Joule heating. The patient warming device is flexible to facilitate conforming the patient warming device to a patient during use. | 07-14-2011 |
Dennis P. Cassidy, Hewitt, NJ US
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20150117959 | COLLAR FOR MARINE PILE REPAIR AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A collar for repairing a marine support has a tubular upper segment, a tubular lower segment, and a middle segment providing a transition region between the upper and lower segments. The collar can be opened and closed along a slit extending from the upper end of the collar to the lower end of the collar. To repair a marine support, the collar is opened and positioned so as to surround the marine pile and the extension. The collar is then closed and secured along the slit. The upper end of the collar is secured to the extension, and the lower end of the collar is secured closely along the perimeter of the pile. A flowable fill material is then injected into spaces between the collar and the marine support, filling or encasing voids or damaged areas on the marine support. | 04-30-2015 |
Dottie Cassidy, Mundelein, IL US
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20140278541 | TOOLKIT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING DELIVERY OF SERVICES AND CONTENT FOR HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS VIA AN ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORD SYSTEM - A system and method for managing the delivery of services such as drug coupons, medical messaging and patient adherence content to healthcare providers at the point of care providing quick access to information without interrupting workflow. The toolkit manager is integrated into the healthcare provider's electronic medical records/electronic health records system. | 09-18-2014 |
Edward F. Cassidy, Landrum, SC US
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20130143975 | Method of Foaming Polyolefin Using Acrylated Epoxidized Fatty Acid and Foam Produced Therefrom - The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to method of producing thermoplastic foam from a blend of polyolefin and acrylated epoxidized fatty acid using a phsyical blowing agent. Specifically, the presently disclosed subject matter includes embodiments wherein the acrylated epoxidized fatty acid is added to the polyolefin resin in an amount of from about 0.1% to about 10%, based on the total weight of the resin. The presently disclosed subject matter also includes the foam produced by the disclosed method. | 06-06-2013 |
Eric D. Cassidy, Easton, ME US
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20080211669 | COMPOSITE WELDABLE PANEL WITH EMBEDDED DEVICES - A panel having a central panel element formed of a composite material, having peripheral edges formed of a weldable material, such as steel. In one form, the panel element is rectangular, and the panel element on two of its opposite edges have a corrugated profile, while the other two of its opposite edges have a linear profile. Multiple panels may be joined together by welding at the peripheral edges, to form a secure container. The composite material of the panel element in some forms, includes intrusion sensors, for example including optical fiber pathways at electrically conductive pathways, as well as processors for effecting data transfer and analyses and secure communications. In some embodiments, the electrically conductive pathways include one or more bypass resistors to produce a different circuit resistance upon interruption of one or more of the pathways. | 09-04-2008 |
20120180633 | BLAST MITIGATION AND BALLISTIC PROTECTION SYSTEM AND COMPONENTS THEREOF - A blast resistant coated wood member includes a wood member having a compression side and a tension side. A coating layer of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) is adhered to the tension side of the wood member. | 07-19-2012 |
20150034635 | CONTAINER HAVING COMPOSITE WELDABLE PANEL WITH EMBEDDED DEVICES - A container includes a plurality of weldable hybrid composite panels. Each panel includes a four sided composite panel element, wherein each of the four sides defines a side edge and the composite panel element is formed of fibrous reinforcement layers encased in a resin matrix. Weldable metallic elongated edge elements extend along and are either fixed to the side edges of an outside surface of the panel element or extend from a periphery of the panel element, such that each of the weldable elongated edge elements has a profile that is the same as a profile of its respective side edge. The weldable elongated edge elements are structured to enable the composite panel to be welded at its peripheral edges. The container also includes a plurality of metal rails attached together and defining a rectangular parallelepiped frame having six sides. At least one of the plurality of weldable hybrid composite panels is welded at its edge elements to the rails of each of the six sides of the frame or to an adjacent one of the plurality of weldable hybrid composite panels. | 02-05-2015 |
20150206404 | COMPOSITE WELDABLE PANEL WITH EMBEDDED DEVICES - A weldable hybrid composite panel suitable for forming a container includes a four sided composite panel element wherein each side defines a side edge. The composite panel element is formed of fibrous reinforcement layers encased in a resin matrix. Weldable metallic elongated edge elements extend along and are either fixed to the side edges of an outside surface of the panel element or extend from a periphery of the panel element. Each of the weldable elongated edge elements has a profile that is the same as a profile of its respective side edge and is structured to enable the composite panel to be welded at its peripheral edges. The panel element also includes a sensor system embedded therein. | 07-23-2015 |
Henry J. Cassidy, Arlington, VA US
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20100005019 | HOME APPRECIATION PARTICIPATION NOTES - A method, computer program product and computer system for issuing and servicing a Home Appreciation Participation Note (HAPN) for a real estate property, which includes issuing an Participation Contract (PC) for the property to PC investors, where the PC has a value derived from a sharing formula based on a change of a proxy for the value of the property relative to an initial value of the proxy, and the proxy is independent of an actual current condition of the property (after the initial valuation); and issuing a HAPN Bond for the property to HAPN Bond investors, where the HAPN Bond has an initial value set as a sum of an amount paid for the PC and an amount paid for the HAPN Bond. Both the PC and the HAPN Bond represent claims on the property, and the HAPN Bond is a performance bond for the PC if the value of the PC is negative. | 01-07-2010 |
James Cassidy, Phoenixville, PA US
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20090012974 | System For Storing Documents In A Repository - A system for storing documents in a repository includes a repository for storing data representing a document. An interface processor receives and stores document data representing a first document and an associated document identifier. A document processor automatically parses and processes the received document data to identify and store data indicating: (a) internal document structure and characteristics, and (b) external document relationships. The internal document structure and characteristics include a compilation of searchable keywords and key values. The external document relationships include an association or hierarchical relationship between the first document and one or more different documents. | 01-08-2009 |
James J. Cassidy, Foley, MN US
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20100324500 | Bone-Replacement Materials, Methods and Devices - A bone graft material is provided comprising granules of synthetic bone material, at least some of which have a solid coating comprising a blood-clotting agent. A device for delivering bone-replacement material to a an area to be treated is also provided, the device comprising: a chamber for containing bone-replacement material, wherein the chamber is pre-loaded and/or pre-coated on an interior surface thereof with a blood-clotting agent; means for introducing bone-replacement material into the chamber to contact the blood-clotting agent; and a means for delivering the bone-substitute material from the chamber to the area to be treated. | 12-23-2010 |
James P. Cassidy, Cortlandt Manor, NY US
Jason Michael Cassidy, East Peoria, IL US
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20090037869 | System and method for evaluating a product development process - A method for evaluating a product development process comprises defining one or more specifications associated with a product development process, wherein the product development process includes a plurality of subtasks. One or more assessment benchmarks for determining the status of each subtask are formulated and development evaluation forms associated with each subtask are generated. The development evaluation forms include an interactive interface that provides the assessment benchmarks to a product development team member associated with a respective subtask. Responses associated with the development evaluation forms are automatically detected and a status of the development process is updated based on the detected responses. | 02-05-2009 |
Jim Cassidy, Ormond Beach, FL US
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20130181405 | Method of Conducting a Racing Series - A method of conducting a racing series for competitors and team owners is disclosed. The racing series has a plurality of races divided into a first and second set of races with competitors racing in both sets of races. The competitors and team owners are awarded points after each race, with those points being adjusted between the two sets of races. The points of only a predetermined number of competitors and/or team owners are adjusted between the sets of races. Awards, including a championship, are awarded based on the points accumulated during the racing series. | 07-18-2013 |
Joe C. Cassidy, The Dalles, OR US
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20080317582 | Vertical axis dual vortex downwind inward flow impulse wind turbine - A wind-powered turbine has a housing with an inlet and an outlet. Located in the housing is a cylindrical stator array having a plurality of spaced-apart stators located in it. An annular cylindrical rotor array having a plurality of cups rotates about a central axis, fits inside of the stator array. The stators are positioned to cause air which flows around the outer periphery of the stator array to impinge on the rotors and an air handling system causes air entering the housing to be distributed substantially around the periphery of the stator array. | 12-25-2008 |
20090087300 | Vertical axis dual vortex downwind inward flow impulse wind turbine - A wind-powered turbine has a housing with an inlet and an outlet. Located in the housing is a cylindrical stator array having a plurality of spaced-apart stators located in it. An annular cylindrical rotor array having a plurality of cups rotates about a central axis, fits inside of the stator array. The stators are positioned to cause air which flows around the outer periphery of the stator array to impinge on the rotors and an air handling system causes air entering the housing to be distributed substantially around the periphery of the stator array. | 04-02-2009 |
20140178189 | VERTICAL AXIS DUAL VORTEX DOWNWIND INWARD FLOW IMPULSE WIND TURBINE - A wind-powered turbine has a housing with an inlet and an outlet. Located in the housing is a cylindrical stator array having a plurality of spaced-apart stators located in it. An annular cylindrical rotor array having a plurality of cups rotates about a central axis, fits inside of the stator array. The stators are positioned to cause air which flows around the outer periphery of the stator array to impinge on the rotors and an air handling system causes air entering the housing to be distributed substantially around the periphery of the stator array. | 06-26-2014 |
John Christopher Cassidy, Fairfort, NY US
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20080205765 | Light compression for color images using error diffusion - A light compression method that error diffuses image data provided with luminance and chrominance channels. During error diffusion, a higher number of bits are allocated to the luminance channel. A decompression method for the image data based on sigma filtering is also provided. By manipulating the bits in the luminance and chrominance color spaces, the image output quality may be increased in reconstructed images. | 08-28-2008 |
John Christopher Cassidy, Fairport, NY US
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20090316213 | System and method of improving image quality in digital image scanning and printing by reducing noise in output image data - A system and method of reducing noise in output image data is provided. Grayscale image data having a plurality of pixels is received and processed. During processing, pixels which may produce noise are identified, and a mask associated with the image data is generated. The mask provides information related to the pixels, such as opaque and transparent regions for overlaying the pixels. The image data and the mask are compressed and stored. The mask assists in preventing the identified pixels from being visible when the image data is output, thereby reducing the noise in the image. | 12-24-2009 |
20100157374 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPROVED COPY QUALITY IN A MULTIFUNCTION REPROGRAPHIC SYSTEM - A method and system reconstructs a contone image from a binary image by first tagging pixels to identify one of a multiplicity of image content types. The tag information and the pattern of bits surrounding the pixel to be converted to a contone value are used to reconstruct a contone image from a binary image. The pattern of bits in the neighborhood is used to generate a unique identifier. The unique identifier is used as the address for a lookup table with the contone value to be used wherein each lookup table corresponds to an image context type. | 06-24-2010 |
20110033131 | METHODS FOR BACKGROUND AND NOISE SUPPRESSION IN BINARY TO GRAYSCALE IMAGE CONVERSION - One embodiment is a method for suppressing background inaccuracies in binary to grayscale image conversion. A binary image is converted to a grayscale image using a neighbor map. An image enhancement function is applied to the grayscale image to suppress background inaccuracies in the grayscale image. Another embodiment is method for converting a binary pixel of a binary image to a grayscale pixel of a grayscale image and suppressing noise in the grayscale image using selective filtering of the binary image. Another embodiment is a method for converting a binary image to a first grayscale image and suppressing noise in the first grayscale image to produce a noise suppressed grayscale image using selective filtering of the first grayscale image. | 02-10-2011 |
John M. Cassidy, Otsego, MN US
Juanita M. Cassidy, Duncan, OK US
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20090156432 | Corrosion inhibitor intensifier compositions and associated methods - Of the many methods and compositions provided herein, one method includes a method comprising contacting a metal surface with an acidic fluid comprising an aqueous base-fluid, an acid, a corrosion inhibitor, and a corrosion inhibitor intensifier composition comprising a compound that corresponds to a formula R | 06-18-2009 |
20100087340 | Methods and Compositions for Inhibiting Metal Corrosion - Methods and compositions are provided that inhibit the corrosion of metal surfaces by aqueous acid solutions. The inhibition is basically achieved by the addition of a reaction product of an alpha,beta-unsaturated aldehyde or ketone with a primary or secondary amine to the aqueous acid solution. | 04-08-2010 |
20100261623 | Corrosion inhibitor compositions comprising an aldehyde and a thiol and/or an amine functionalized ring structure and associated methods - Provided herein are methods and compositions that include a method comprising contacting a metal surface with an acidic fluid comprising a corrosion inhibitor that comprises a reaction product formed from a direct or an indirect reaction of an aldehyde with a thiol and/or an amine functionalized ring structure. A composition provided includes an acidic treatment fluid that comprises an aqueous-base fluid, and acid, and a corrosion inhibitor that comprises a reaction product formed from a direct or an indirect reaction of an aldehyde with a thiol and/or an amine functionalized ring structure. | 10-14-2010 |
20110073307 | Forming Structures in a Well In-Situ - Structures can be formed downhole by accumulating already existing materials and/or materials introduced into a well to perform a specified function. The formed structures may be used to obstruct fluid flow of production or injection fluids, carry mechanical loads, control electrical or magnetic properties of components, mechanically actuate a component, as well as others. The materials may be induced to form the specified structure, such as by application of a potential downhole. For example, electrical, magnetic, sonic, biological potentials, or a combination thereof may be established downhole to form specified structures in specified locations to perform specified functions. | 03-31-2011 |
20110077174 | CORROSION INHIBITOR INTENSIFIER COMPOSITIONS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - At least in aspect, the invention provides methods that include a method comprising: contacting a metal surface with an acidic fluid comprising an aqueous base-fluid, an acid, a corrosion inhibitor, and a corrosion inhibitor intensifier composition comprising an intensifier compound that corresponds to the following formula: | 03-31-2011 |
20110140049 | Corrosion Inhibitor Intensifier Compositions - Corrosion inhibitor compounds including a corrosion inhibitor and a corrosion inhibitor intensifier composition comprising an intensifier compound that corresponds to the following formula: | 06-16-2011 |
20110155959 | Methods and Compositions for Inhibiting Corrosion - Of the many methods provided herein, a method comprising: (a) combining a corrosion inhibitor composition with an aqueous acid solution, the corrosion inhibitor composition comprising a benzylideneaniline compound corresponding to Formula 1 below: | 06-30-2011 |
20110190173 | ACIDIC TREATMENT FLUIDS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Treatment fluids that comprise a phosphorus component useful for inhibiting metal corrosion in acidic environments and associated methods of use are provided. An example of a method of using such treatment fluids may comprise providing a treatment fluid that comprises: an aqueous base fluid, a weak acid or salt thereof, and a phosphorus component, and introducing the treatment fluid into a subterranean formation. | 08-04-2011 |
20120035086 | Methods and Compositions for Inhibiting Metal Corrosion - Methods of inhibiting the corrosion of a metal surface contacted by an aqueous acid solution. The methods combine a corrosion inhibiting composition with the aqueous acid solution, wherein the corrosion inhibiting composition comprises a reaction product of an alpha,beta-unsaturated ketone with a primary or secondary amine. The metal surface is then contacted with the aqueous acid solution comprising the corrosion inhibiting composition, thereby inhibiting corrosion thereon. | 02-09-2012 |
20120142563 | Corrosion Inhibitor Compositions Comprising Reaction Products of Aldehydes and Amides and Related Methods - The invention relates to corrosion inhibitor compositions comprising products of a reaction between aldehydes and amides for use in subterranean applications and methods related thereto. In general, the methods for inhibiting corrosion comprise providing a corrosive environment and adding a composition comprising a corrosion inhibitor to the corrosive environment. The corrosion inhibitor comprises a product of a reaction between at least one aldehyde and at least one amide that is not formamide or a formamide derivative. | 06-07-2012 |
20150356210 | WELL TOOL SCALE BUILDUP TEST, MODEL AND MITIGATION - Testing scale buildup in a well tool can include pressurizing separate cationic and anionic solutions, then heating the separate solutions, mixing together the solutions, and exposing the well tool to the mixed solutions. A well tool can be constructed by a) determining velocities of flow at a predetermined offset from surfaces of a geometric model representative of the well tool, b) calculating scale buildup on the surfaces based at least in part on the velocities, c) reducing pressure change per unit distance along selected ones of the surfaces having greater than a predetermined level of scale buildup, and d) repeating steps a-c until all scale buildup is no greater than the predetermined level. A method of predicting scale buildup can include inputting a parameter indicative of flow through a well tool to a mathematical model, which determines a rate of scale buildup on a surface of the well tool. | 12-10-2015 |
Kenneth Todd Cassidy, Mocksville, NC US
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20140364766 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PHLEBOTOMY THROUGH A PERIPHERAL IV CATHETER - An apparatus includes a catheter, an introducer having a first member and a second member, a locking mechanism coupled to a distal end of the first member and configured to couple the introducer to a peripheral intravenous line, and an actuator coupled to the catheter. The actuator is configured to move from a first configuration, in which the catheter is disposed within the introducer, toward a second configuration to move the second member to a distal position relative to the first member. A portion of a guide of the second member being distal to the first member when the second member is in the distal position. The actuator is configured to move relative to the second member to be placed in the second configuration when the second member is in its distal position such that the catheter is disposed within and extending past an end of the peripheral intravenous line. | 12-11-2014 |
Kevin Cassidy, Leesburg, VA US
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20110012427 | System And Method Of Controlling A Plurality of Energy Loads and Energy Supplies In A Coordinated Manner - The operation and/or power of a plurality of energy loads and/or energy supplies configured to supply power to the energy loads are managed in a coordinated manner. The coordinated control over the energy loads and/or energy supplies may enable the execution of missions including a one or more objectives by energy loads with an enhanced efficiency, autonomy, and/or effectiveness. Aspects of the planning and/or management of execution of the missions may be automated according to predetermined rules and/or criteria. | 01-20-2011 |
20110202193 | Managing Power Utilized Within A Local Power Network - Power utilized in a local power network may be managed. The local power network may include a power management system. The power management system may communicate with one or more of a circuit controller, a switch controller, and/or an outlet controller in order to manage power utilization. | 08-18-2011 |
20130140885 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING A PLURALITY OF ENERGY LOADS AND ENERGY SUPPLIES IN A COORDINATED MANNER - The operation and/or power of a plurality of energy loads and/or energy supplies configured to supply power to the energy loads are managed in a coordinated manner. The coordinated control over the energy loads and/or energy supplies may enable the execution of missions including a one or more objectives by energy loads with an enhanced efficiency, autonomy, and/or effectiveness. Aspects of the planning and/or management of execution of the missions may be automated according to predetermined rules and/or criteria. | 06-06-2013 |
20130166089 | MANAGING POWER UTILIZED WITHIN A LOCAL POWER NETWORK - Power utilized in a local power network may be managed. The local power network may include a power management system. The power management system may communicate with one or more of a circuit controller, a switch controller, and/or an outlet controller in order to manage power utilization. | 06-27-2013 |
20140152090 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING A PLURALITY OF ENERGY LOADS AND ENERGY SUPPLIES IN A COORDINATED MANNER - The operation and/or power of a plurality of energy loads and/or energy supplies configured to supply power to the energy loads are managed in a coordinated manner. The coordinated control over the energy loads and/or energy supplies may enable the execution of missions including a one or more objectives by energy loads with an enhanced efficiency, autonomy, and/or effectiveness. Aspects of the planning and/or management of execution of the missions may be automated according to predetermined rules and/or criteria. | 06-05-2014 |
Lance W. Cassidy, Raleigh, NC US
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20160110098 | Touch Zones on a Soft Keyboard - An approach is provided for establishing touch zones of soft keys of a soft keypad that is displayed on a touch-screen device. The approach identifies a fingertip size associated with a user of the touch-screen device. Touch zones of one or more keys are then established so that the size of the touch zones is based on the fingertip size. | 04-21-2016 |
Lance Warren Cassidy, Raleigh, NC US
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20150160770 | CONTACT SIGNATURE CONTROL OF DEVICE - A method includes receiving sensed information corresponding to objects touching portions of a device having pressure sensors, generating a contact signature from the sensed information, selecting a control action corresponding to the contact signature, and controlling the device in accordance with the control action. | 06-11-2015 |
20150161368 | CONTACT SIGNATURE AUTHENTICATION OF USER OF DEVICE - A method including receiving sensed information corresponding to a contact signature of a user holding a device, generating a contact signature from the sensed information, comparing the contact signature to a library of contact signatures, and authenticating the user based on the comparison to provide access to functions on the device. | 06-11-2015 |
20160026358 | GESTURE-BASED WINDOW MANAGEMENT - A method, apparatus, and computer program product are presented for detecting a multi-touch gesture on one or more displays of an information handling device, the information handling device being associated with a plurality of display contexts, and invoking a window event in response to the multi-touch gesture, the window event being associated with one or more graphical window interfaces presented within a display context of the plurality of display contexts. | 01-28-2016 |
20160070465 | MANAGING AN ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD - An apparatus, method, and program product is disclosed for on-screen keyboard management. A touch screen displays an on-screen keyboard, a processor is operatively coupled to the touch screen, and a memory stores code executable by the processor. The code determines a duration associated with a key event in response to a key press on the on-screen keyboard, and ignores the key press in response to determining that the duration associated with the key event satisfies a predetermined threshold. | 03-10-2016 |
Maja Cassidy, Somerville, MA US
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20100092390 | Methods for Making Particles Having Long Spin-Lattice Relaxation Times - Methods for making collections of small particles having spin-lattice relaxation times greater than about 5 minutes are described. The long-T | 04-15-2010 |
Marc W. Cassidy, Fox River Grove, IL US
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20090081997 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MINIMIZING UNDESIRED AUDIO IN A COMMUNICATION SYSTEM UTILIZING DISTRIBUTED SIGNALING - A system and method for processing calls in a communication system utilizing distributed signaling. When a call signal having distributed identification data is received on a communication channel, the call information (such a voice, data, video, etc.) is initially passed through the system without verification until sufficient identification data (such as the color code) has been obtained to determine whether the source of the call is valid. Once sufficient identification data has been obtained, the source is verified. If the source is valid, the call information continues to be passed through the system. However, if source is invalid, the call information is blocked for the present call as well as for subsequent calls on the same communication channel, and passing of the call information through the system does not resume until a received call is subsequently assessed to be valid. | 03-26-2009 |
Mark Daniel Cassidy, Decatur, IL US
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20090286907 | Fumaric Acid/Diol Polyesters and Their Manufacture and Use - We disclose a composition containing a polyester comprising about 1 mole part diol units and from about 0.98 mole parts fumaric acid units to about 1.01 mole parts fumaric acid units. In one embodiment, the diol units are 1,3-propanediol units or 1,2-propanediol units. In one embodiment, the polyester is blended with polylactide. In another embodiment, the composition is in a form selected from the group consisting of a plate, a tray, a bowl, a cup, a bowl lid, a cup lid, a fork, a spoon, a knife, a jewel case, and a packaging article. We also disclose a method of manufacturing the composition. The method includes combining about 1 mole part diol, from about 0.98 mole parts fumaric acid to about 1.01 mole parts fumaric acid, and from about 0.0002 mole parts to about 0.0020 mole parts of a polyesterfication catalyst, to yield a combination of diol and fumaric acid; maintaining the combination of diol and fumaric acid under an inert atmosphere at a temperature from about 130° C. to about 190° C. for at least about 2 hr, to yield a molten combination; maintaining the molten combination under vacuum at a temperature from about 130° C. to about 190° C. for at least about 6 hr, to yield a molten polyester; and cooling the molten polyester, to yield the polyester. | 11-19-2009 |
Melissa Cassidy, Newington, CT US
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20080237379 | SEAL FOR COILED SPRING ASSEMBLY - A coil spring assembly for connection with a separator body to apply a spring force to a grinding roll of a journal assembly to pulverize solid fuel. The coil spring assembly includes: a preload stud having a first end in communication with the journal assembly and an exposed opposite second end extending from the coil spring assembly; a spring adjustment bolt and bearing assembly being fixed relative to the preload stud extending therethrough; and a seal being substantially cylindrical shaped and flexible at least along a central axis thereof. The seal has a first end operably secured to the spring adjustment bolt and bearing assembly and an opposite second end operably secured to the second end of the preload stud thereby sealing a bushing area corresponding to a portion of the preload stud surrounded by the spring adjustment bolt and bearing assembly from ground solid fuel dust and allowing movement of the preload stud at least along the central axis thereof to apply the spring force from the coil spring assembly to the grinding roll. | 10-02-2008 |
Michael Cassidy, Hoboken, NJ US
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20150154895 | Product Centric Merchandiser - A product merchandiser which can be adjusted to position the sign based on the size and shape of the particular product being merchandised, and on the space available on the shelf or counter in view of the proximity of the other products, such that the product information, e.g., product name and price, is clearly visible and associated with the product being merchandised. | 06-04-2015 |
Michael Cassidy, Atlanta, GA US
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20150178815 | PROCESS AND METHOD FOR ORDERING PAINT - Implementations of this disclosure provide processes and methods of ordering paint. In some implementations, a consumer uses a provided color sample to order paint. The color sample has a product identifier thereon used to identify a specific paint formula. The identified paint formula provides the proper proportion of ingredients required to make the color of paint used to color the color sample. This ensures that the consumer receives paint that matches the color sample used to place the order. Implementations of this disclosure allow consumers, for example through a web application, to order paint by using the product identifier of a color sample. After an order is placed, the formula associated with each specified product identifier is transmitted to an authorized retailer who then mixes the ordered paint. | 06-25-2015 |
Michael Cassidy, Boston, MA US
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20140370080 | HISTONE DEACETYLASE (HDAC) INHIBITORS FOR TREATMENT OF POST-SURGICAL ADHESIONS - The present invention relates generally to methods, compounds and compositions for treatment of adhesions, such as surgical adhesions. | 12-18-2014 |
Patrick R. Cassidy, Madison, WI US
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20130096552 | Hydrodissection Material with Reduced Migration - A hydrodissection material provides a flowable biocompatible material that increases in viscosity in situ to reduce material migration during an ablation procedure. One embodiment provides a material that increases in viscosity at normal body temperatures to permit injection using a standard hypodermic needle. | 04-18-2013 |
Paul Cassidy, Shoreview, MN US
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20120305441 | Delivery Catheter System with Micro and Macro Movement Control - A tray and packaging system for a prosthetic valve delivery system permits conversion from a storage and/or shipping configuration to a set up and preparation configuration. In a first configuration, a delivery system can be supported by first and second main trays with the elongate catheter of the delivery system arranged to extend linearly from the first main tray to the second main tray, and in a second configuration, the delivery system can be supported by the first and second main trays with the elongate catheter of the delivery system turned back in a U-shaped manner with the deployment portion of the delivery system positioned to the side of the control handle portion of the delivery system. | 12-06-2012 |
20120310332 | Delivery Catheter System With Micro and Macro Movement Control - A prosthetic valve delivery system that is improved in controllability by way of a proximal handle system. Such a handle system of the present invention advantageously permits a controlled fine or micro movement or adjustment of a distal sheath for uncovering a plunger that is to be loaded with a prosthetic valve for deployment thereof. The delivery system of the present invention permits a trigger-release for a gross or macro movement to the sheath relative to the plunger. Also, the control handle of the delivery system is shaped and contoured for ease in manipulation of the micro-control actuator. | 12-06-2012 |
20160038323 | Single Handed Deployment Handle - The present invention is directed to an improved delivery system to deliver and deploy a prosthesis in a body lumen, and methods of use thereof. The improved delivery system allows for operation of the delivery system with one hand while maintaining accuracy in delivery and deployment of the prosthesis. An exemplary embodiment of the delivery system includes a first sheath control on a housing so as to be accessible from the exterior of the housing, wherein the first sheath control is operatively engaged with the sheath and controls movement of the sheath axially proximally with respect to the housing, thereby releasing at least a portion of the prosthesis. | 02-11-2016 |
Paul James Cassidy, Altamont, NY US
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20150240642 | METHOD FOR REMOVING A ROTOR BUCKET FROM A TURBOMACHINE ROTOR WHEEL - A method of removing a bucket from a turbomachine rotor wheel includes exposing a base portion of the bucket, positioning a pulling device radially outwardly of the base portion, connecting the base portion of the bucket to the pulling device through a linking rod, exerting an axially outwardly directed force on the linking rod through the pulling device, and removing the base portion from the rotor wheel. | 08-27-2015 |
20150283660 | TABLE FOR WORKING ON CIRCULARLY ARCUATE COMPONENT - A table for use in working on a circularly arcuate component is disclosed. The table includes a base frame and a first work surface mounted to the base frame, the first work surface including at least one linearly slidable work section separable from a remaining portion of the first work surface. A fastener for holding a circularly arcuate component relative to the at least one linearly slidable work section is provided. A mount for mounting a machining tool for machining the circularly arcuate component or a circular component may also be provided. | 10-08-2015 |
Peter Cassidy, Winter Haven, FL US
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20100234781 | Cast protector - The present invention comprises a cover for enclosing a cast on a user's arm and/or a user's leg. The cover is generally comprised of a sheath and a first ring. The sheath has a first end and a second end. Proximate to the first end of the sheath is a finger sheath and a thumb sheath. The second end of the sheath has a first ring configured to frictionally engage the arm of the user and a first opening. The sheath is rolled around the first ring for easily putting on or taking off the cover. | 09-16-2010 |
Robert Andrew Cassidy, Columbus, OH US
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20080292578 | Sustained release air freshening device - This invention relates to a device that provides controlled release of a fragrant or deodorizing substance: the fragrant or deodorizing substance being solublized with an appropriate carrier solvent within a polymeric matrix. The layers function as protective barriers, semi-permeable membranes, fragrance reservoirs, and adhesives. The device is capable of delivering a fragrance at a controlled rate for a prolonged period of time through the gradual diffusion and release of fragrant material carried by a solvent from a reservoir system to the semi-permeable UV curable, oligomer composition acting a fragrance release regulator. Additionally, the UV curable, oligomeric composition that forms the reservoir and regulating layer can be engineered to be adhesive through cure inhibition. The method of cure inhibition can also be utilized to create internal areas of high and low cross link density to further control the release rate of a fragrance. | 11-27-2008 |
Roger R. Cassidy, Methuen, MA US
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20140135807 | RECIPROCATING ROTARY ARTHROSCOPIC SURGICAL INSTRUMENT - A surgical instrument includes a cutting member with an implement for cutting tissue, and a drive coupled to the cutting member to simultaneously rotate and translate the cutting member in response to a force applied to the drive. A method of cutting tissue includes positioning an outer member such that tissue is located within the outer member, engaging the tissue with an inner member, and simultaneously rotating and translating the inner member to cut the tissue. A tangential cutting force is applied to the tissue with the inner member to mechanically cut the tissue. The inner member is mechanically driven to undergo simultaneous rotation and translation. | 05-15-2014 |
Roger Raymond Cassidy, Pepperell, MA US
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20130046353 | OVAL TUNNEL DILATORS - A dilator apparatus having a body having a proximal end and a distal end and a longitudinal axis defined therethrough, and a dilation member coupled to the distal end of the body, the dilation member having a dilation body and a first distal nose coupled to the dilation body. Further, the width of the dilation body is larger than a width of the first distal nose. | 02-21-2013 |
Scott Cassidy, Deforest, WI US
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20100251947 | GUAGE WHEEL FOR AN AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT - A gauge wheel for an agricultural implement includes a rim having an outer periphery and a tire mounted to the outer periphery. The tire includes an outer shell formed from a first resilient material and an inner core formed from a second resilient material. The first resilient material is harder than the second resilient material. | 10-07-2010 |
20130032069 | AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WITH GAUGE WHEEL FOR A ROW UNIT - An agricultural implement includes a tool bar and at least one row unit carried by the tool bar. Each row unit includes a furrow opener arrangement with a gauge wheel. The gauge wheel includes a rim with an outer periphery and a tire mounted to the outer periphery. The tire includes an outer shell formed from a first resilient material and an inner core formed from a softer second resilient material. The outer shell is positioned radially outward from the inner core and axial outward from axial ends of the inner core. The inner core is mounted directly on the outer periphery of the rim and defines an annular hollow core therein. The tire is structured and arranged such that the softer inner core, the annular hollow core and the harder outer shell coact to provide good wear, good shock absorbance, and good mud shedding capabilities. | 02-07-2013 |
Scott Cassidy, Crown Point, IN US
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20150208173 | TONE GENERATION - A tone generation system includes a square wave signal generator configured to generate a first series of square wave signals to replicate a fundamental frequency of a desired mechanical tone, and a second series of square waves signals to replicate a second harmonic of the desired mechanical tone. An amplifier is configured to receive the first and second series of square waves, and a speaker is connected to receive an output signal from the amplifier. | 07-23-2015 |
Scott Edward Cassidy, Phoenix, AZ US
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20150161535 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MAPPING MEDICAL GUIDELINES TO CLINICAL WORKFLOWS AND LOGISTICAL OPERATIONS - A system for automating coordinated care management by mapping medical guidelines to clinical workflows and logistical operations may be provided. The system may include a mapping system, a medical guidelines database, a clinical workflow database and a logistical workflow database. The mapping system may receive medical guidelines from the medical guidelines database, generate clinical workflows to be stored in the clinical workflow database, and generate logistical workflows to be stored in the logistical workflow database. The logistical workflows can be generated from clinical workflows or directly from medical guidelines. The system may include a communications system that automatically manages communications between participants in a healthcare system using computer code generated based on the logistical workflows. The system may also monitor patient response and outcome information in order to yield predictive patient engagement efficiencies to address current fragmentation and inefficiencies of care coordination. | 06-11-2015 |
Sean Cassidy, Seattle, WA US
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20140109103 | DISTRIBUTING TRANSCODING TASKS ACROSS A DYNAMIC SET OF RESOURCES USING A QUEUE RESPONSIVE TO RESTRICTION-INCLUSIVE QUERIES - A method and system for performing processing tasks is disclosed. At a resource, a detection is made as to when the resource is available to perform a processing task. Usage of the resource for performing processing tasks associated with each client of a set of clients is monitored. A restriction limiting which processing task is to be assigned to the resource is identified. The restriction identifies a hierarchy amongst at least two clients of the set of clients. The hierarchy is based on the monitored usage. A query identifying the restriction is generated. The query is transmitted to a remote queue in communication with a plurality of independent resources. The plurality of independent resources includes the resource. A response is received from the queue. The response identifies a processing task. | 04-17-2014 |
20140344398 | CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CLOUD RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - A machine-implementable method for managing cloud-based transcoding resources available to a content delivery network includes maintaining a queue of video transcoding jobs that may be executed by internal transcoders of the content delivery network or by external transcoders of a plurality of cloud-based resources, utilizing a server of the content delivery network. The method further includes determining, at first and second times, corresponding first and second transcoder supply deviations, and a trend indicator; and determining whether to activate, deactivate, or make no change to the number of transcoders that are currently activated for transcoding, based at least on the second transcoder supply deviation and the trend indicator. | 11-20-2014 |
20150189018 | EXTREMELY LOW DELAY VIDEO TRANSCODING - A content delivery network transcodes content objects from a content provider for transmission to end users. The content delivery network includes network storage and servers. When a content object is uploaded, the network storage stores a copy of the content object, and a copy of the content object is directed to external file-based storage. At least one of the servers directs segments of the content object to a plurality of transcoding servers. Each of the transcoding servers informs a segment engine about which of the segments the transcoding server has received, transcodes the received segment to form a transcoded segment receivable by at least one of the end users, and transmits the transcoded segment to a permanent storage location. The content delivery network verifies that the copy of the content object is stored in the external file-based storage, and deletes the local copy of the content object. | 07-02-2015 |
Theron J. Cassidy, Peoria, IL US
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20150196862 | Filter System and Filtration Method for Fluid Reservoirs - A fluid reservoir includes a reservoir body forming a reservoir volume and a header opening. A header seals the header opening and includes at least a heater disposed within the reservoir volume and a fluid draw conduit. A bag filter is connected to the header such that it completely encloses the heater and the fluid draw conduit such that, when fluid is drawn from the reservoir volume through the sump location, the fluid is filtered by the bag filter. | 07-16-2015 |
20150198071 | Filter System and Filtration Method for Fluid Reservoirs - A fluid delivery system includes a fluid reservoir having an inlet screen and a main reservoir filter. The fluid reservoir is adapted to enclose a fluid therewithin and includes a reservoir body forming a reservoir volume that is fluidly connected to an inlet conduit, a supply conduit, and a return conduit. The inlet screen is disposed fluidly along the inlet conduit and adapted to filter a fluid provided to fill the reservoir through the inlet conduit. The main reservoir filter is disposed fluidly along the supply conduit and adapted to filter a fluid drawn from the reservoir volume and provided through the supply conduit to a pump. | 07-16-2015 |
20150361847 | VALVE ASSEMBLY - A valve assembly for an aftertreatment system is disclosed. The valve assembly includes a coolant conduit. The coolant conduit is configured to allow a coolant flow therethrough. The valve assembly also includes a valve element having a valve passage. The valve element is configured to control a reductant flow through the valve passage. The valve assembly further includes a coupling mechanism provided on the valve element. The coupling mechanism is configured to attach the valve element to the coolant conduit such that a temperature of the valve assembly is controlled based on the coolant flow. | 12-17-2015 |
Thomas P. Cassidy, North Grosvenordale, CT US
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20140312589 | DECK WHEELED DEVICE - A deck wheeled device is provided comprising a deck, a subframe connected to at least one point of the deck, at least one truck assembly connected to the subframe, at least one wheel connected to each truck assembly, and at least one spring connecting each truck assembly to the deck. A wheel is provided comprising a tire, two substantially symmetrical hub halves, and at least one bolt that connect the two hub halves together. | 10-23-2014 |
Tiffany E. Cassidy, Neveda, TX US
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20130021115 | RESONATED BYPASS CAPACITOR FOR ENHANCED PERFORMANCE OF A MICROWAVE CIRCUIT - The present invention relates to microwave circuits, and more particularly to bypass circuits for bias connections. The bypass circuit comprises a capacitor in series with an inductor, the series combination being connected between the bias conductor and ground. This series combination provides low return loss at the operating frequency. A de-queueing circuit may be included in the bypass circuit to provide loss at other frequencies. | 01-24-2013 |
Tim Cassidy, Plymouth, MN US
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20080247203 | Energy Efficient Power Converter - There is disclosed a power supply and method. The power supply may include a power converter for converting AC primary power into DC power, the power converter having a normal operating mode and a low power quiescent operating mode. A DC power plug may be adapted to deliver DC power from the power converter to a load. The normal operating mode and the low power quiescent operating mode of the power converter may be selected by a switch integrated into the DC power plug. | 10-09-2008 |
20080290731 | Energy Efficient Power Supply - There is disclosed a power supply, a system, and method. A power supply may include a power converter for converting AC primary power into DC power, an internal load, and a DC power plug for delivering DC power from the power supply to a load external to the power supply. The power converter may include a standby circuit to place the power converter into a low power quiescent operating mode. A switch may be integrated into the DC power plug, the switch having an operate state and a standby state. The switch may control the flow of power from the power converter to the internal load. | 11-27-2008 |
Timothy M. Cassidy, Plymouth, MN US
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20120204201 | PERSONALIZED BEST CHANNEL SELECTION DEVICE AND METHOD - A device and method is presented that analyzes a user's television viewing behavior and, in response to a single action by the user, immediately presents the next highest ranked video content for that user on the television display. One embodiment provides a single button on a remote control that initiates this method. The ranked video content is based upon user identification and monitoring past user interaction with the television. Programming viewed by a user is compared against currently available programming to create a ranked list of recommended programming for the user. The preferred embodiment monitors and suggests programming that is provided on multichannel video programming such as over-the-air, cable, and satellite television programming, as well as material that is available for streaming over the Internet. | 08-09-2012 |
20130224572 | Disc Battery Pressure-Activated Cap - A pressure-activated dome switch is provided for a disc battery. The dome switch is electrically insulated from the positive and negative battery terminals. The dome switch can be combined with an insulator to completely isolate one of the battery terminals, thereby preventing creation of an electrical current while the switch is in its normally-off state. The dome switch may be attached to the disc battery with an electrically-insulating adhesive material. The dome switch may be attached to the disc battery by an insulating cap and insulated from the positive or negative battery terminals by an insulating washer. A method for manufacturing a disc battery with a dome switch is also provided. | 08-29-2013 |
20140047693 | ANTI-TOPPLING TETHER: APPARATUS AND METHOD - The tether of the present invention can prevent an appliance, such as a television or monitor, from toppling off furniture, such as a dresser, upon which the appliance rests. The tether attaches to the appliance and to the wall using surface-mounts. Embodiments of the tether may include some or all of the following features: (1) a length-adjuster to facilitate a snug fit; (2) loops and elastic components to maintain tautness while permitting tilt and swivel of the electronic device; (3) quick-release(s) to allow the electronic device to be moved without having to detach the surface-mounts from the wall or from the electronic device; (4) an adhesive surface for easy installation. Methods for using the tether are described. | 02-20-2014 |
20140239881 | UNIVERSAL BATTERY CHARGER SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method for a universal battery charger is presented. An RFID tag on a battery-powered device communicates battery information to the charger to allow the charger to optimally charge the battery. The battery charger has a charging cord with a charge plug at an end of the cord to connect the charging cord to a port on a device. The charging cord contains an RFID antenna near the end of the cord. The RFID antenna has a limited reading range. When the charge plug is inserted into a charging port on a battery-powered device, an RFID reader uses the RFID antenna to read the information stored on the RFID tag. Based on the RFID tag information, a charging selector selects a current and voltage to be output to charge the device through the device port. | 08-28-2014 |
20150097102 | TELEVISION MONITOR COMBINATION STAND AND WALL MOUNT - A combination television monitor stand and wall mount is presented. The combination stand and mount has an assembly of parts that can be assembled into two different configurations. The parts assembly includes a base plate, brackets, screws, and a stand cover. In a stand configuration, the described apparatus functions as a table stand for a television or computer monitor. In a wall mount configuration, the described apparatus allows a monitor to be mounted to a wall. A second embodiment provides a stand configuration having a neck pivotably attached to a base plate by a hinge, and a locking lever arm supporting the neck when the neck is in an upright position. | 04-09-2015 |
20150305178 | TELEVISION MONITOR COMBINATION STAND AND WALL MOUNT - A combination television monitor stand and wall mount is presented. The combination stand and mount has an assembly of parts that can be assembled into two different configurations. The parts assembly includes a base plate, brackets, screws, and a stand cover. In a stand configuration, the described apparatus functions as a table stand for a television or computer monitor. In a wall mount configuration, the described apparatus allows a monitor to be mounted to a wall. A second embodiment provides a stand configuration having a neck pivotably attached to a base plate by a hinge, and a locking lever arm supporting the neck when the neck is in an upright position. | 10-22-2015 |
Todd Cassidy, Mocksville, NC US
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20090112057 | ANTI-FOGGING AND CLEANING APPARATUS FOR MEDICAL SCOPES - An apparatus and method for warming a medical scope to a temperature at or near body temperature in order to prevent fogging and remove debris. A system for warming medical scopes and a variety of other medical items is to be used in conjunction with a liquid warming device for heating sterile fluids. The anti-fogging apparatus is described with emphasis on the properties of said apparatus and its interaction with a liquid warming device with a removable basin. Also disclosed are various desirable aspects for an apparatus used to warm and clean medical scopes and other medical items before, during and after medical procedures. | 04-30-2009 |
20110114629 | OPEN ACCESS SLEEVE FOR HEATED FLUID UNITS - A series of implementations of open access sleeves for holding one or more closed containers of sterile fluid for use in medical procedures are disclosed. The open access sleeves may be adapted to provide heat to maintain the containers of sterile fluid above the ambient air temperature of the room. The provision of heat may be controlled by a control system. The control system may use a temperature measurement device to obtain a temperature representative of the container of sterile fluid and of the sterile fluid in the container. The access sleeve may be included in a device for maintaining an open volume of sterile fluid within a range of a target temperature to maintain the closed containers of sterile fluid at a temperature near target temperature for open volume of sterile fluid. | 05-19-2011 |
20110282281 | OPEN ACCESS SLEEVE FOR HEATED FLUID UNITS - A series of implementations of open access sleeves for holding one or more closed containers of sterile fluid for use in medical procedures are disclosed. The open access sleeves may be adapted to provide heat to maintain the containers of sterile fluid above the ambient air temperature of the room. The provision of heat may be controlled by a control system. The control system may use a temperature measurement device to obtain a temperature representative of the container of sterile fluid and of the sterile fluid in the container. The access sleeve may be included in a device for maintaining an open volume of sterile fluid within a range of a target temperature to maintain the closed containers of sterile fluid at a temperature near target temperature for open volume of sterile fluid. | 11-17-2011 |
20130310799 | OPEN ACCESS SLEEVE FOR HEATED FLUID UNITS - A series of implementations of open access sleeves for holding one or more closed containers of sterile fluid for use in medical procedures are disclosed. The open access sleeves may be adapted to provide heat to maintain the containers of sterile fluid above the ambient air temperature of the room. The provision of heat may be controlled by a control system. The control system may use a temperature measurement device to obtain a temperature representative of the container of sterile fluid and of the sterile fluid in the container. The access sleeve may be included in a device for maintaining an open volume of sterile fluid within a range of a target temperature to maintain the closed containers of sterile fluid at a temperature near target temperature for open volume of sterile fluid. | 11-21-2013 |
Todd Cassidy, Medina, OH US
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20110096551 | SONIC WELDED OPTIC ASSEMBLY - An optic assembly includes a light source, a reflector to reflect light emitted by the light source, and an optical lens disposed over and/or around the light source. The optical lens is configured to direct light emitted from the light source using refraction and total internal reflection. | 04-28-2011 |
Todd E. Cassidy, Medina, OH US
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20090280695 | BI-PIN CONNECTOR AND A LAMP EMPLOYING THE SAME - A bi-pin connector for a luminaire includes a base and pins that can rotate relative to the base. The pins can also translate relative to a light fixture housing in a direction transverse to the axis about which the pins rotate. A luminaire including the bi-pin connector is also disclosed. | 11-12-2009 |
Todd Edwin Cassidy, Medina, OH US
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20150116990 | LINEAR LIGHT FIXTURE - A light fixture is provided that includes a plurality of light emitting sources, such as e.g., LEDs, that are arranged along a longitudinal direction. A heat sink provides a support structure for the lights while also assisting with the dissipation of heat. A diffuser covers the light emitting sources and is also supported by the heat sink. One or more optical elements such as e.g., a reflector or internally reflecting lens may be used to help direct light rays from the light emitting sources. Certain features may be added at the ends of the light fixture for mounting upon a surface and/or for further controlling the direction of light rays projecting from the light fixture. The light fixture is suitable for a variety of applications including e.g., the illumination of products displayed on shelving for consumer viewing. | 04-30-2015 |