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Adam Jason Shelton, Wentzville, MO US
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20090096180 | DEVICES FOR SUPPORTING AND TRANSPORTING SHEET MATERIALS - In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile clamping system generally includes first and second elongate supports engageable with an edge portion of a sheet material for supporting at least part of the sheet material against bending. A fastener can releasably couple the first and second elongate supports to the edge portion of the sheet material. The first and second elongate supports define a channel for receiving the edge portion of the sheet material into the channel when supporting the sheet material. In another exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for transporting a sheet material generally includes a frame, at least one wheel coupled to the frame for allowing rolling movement of the frame, and an adjustable vice coupled to the frame for securing a sheet material in the vice on the frame. | 04-16-2009 |
Amy Shelton, Knoxville, TN US
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20110240051 | Nit Stripping Device - A nit picking device and method for mechanically stripping nits, eggs, and lice from human hair. The device includes a pair of cooperating tongs each of which is elongated and joined at one end to the juxtaposed end portion of the cooperating tong. The opposite ends of the tong serve to carry an abrasive pad capable of stripping nits from nit laden human hair shafts. As the pads are moved along the length of the hair, the nits are removed from the shafts and in one embodiment are captured at least in part in the pads carried by tongs. | 10-06-2011 |
20120192885 | Nit Stripping Device and Method - A nit picking device and method for mechanically stripping nits, eggs, and lice from human hair. The device includes a pair of cooperating tongs each of which is elongated and joined at one end to the juxtaposed end portion of the cooperating tong. The opposite ends of the tong serve to carry an abrasive pad capable of stripping nits from nit laden human hair shafts. As the pads are moved along the length of the hair, the nits are removed from the shafts and in one embodiment captured at least in part in the pads carried by tongs. | 08-02-2012 |
Andrew C. Shelton, Indianapolis, IN US
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20080229778 | Beverage dispensing cooler - A device and method for the transport of consumables. | 09-25-2008 |
Blaine B. Shelton, Peoria, AZ US
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20090154528 | ADAPTIVE MULTI-CHANNEL INTEGRATED WIRELESS NETWORK SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE - An adaptive multi-channel architecture for a wireless network is provided. A frequency hopping sequence generator module is compliant with a frequency hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) communications protocol. The frequency hopping sequence generator module is capable of performing FHSS concurrently on a plurality of communications channels. A frequency replacement module is coupled to the frequency hopping sequence generator module. The frequency replacement module is configured to receive feedback data over a feedback channel and adaptively select a transmission channel from the plurality of communications channels using the feedback data. | 06-18-2009 |
Boyd Norvell Shelton, North Ogden, UT US
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20080278843 | Apparatus, system, and method for repeatable runout cancellation using ring of integrators - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed to cancel repeatable runout signals. A linear causal system having an impulse response receives a cancellation signal and outputs a position error signal. An inverse matrix module multiplies the position error signal by an inverse matrix and outputs an intermediate cancellation signal. One or more impulse integration modules each integrate at least one sample of the intermediate cancellation signal in one or more predefined periods and output the cancellation signal. | 11-13-2008 |
20090296266 | Apparatus, system, and method for repeatable runout cancellation - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for the cancellation of repeatable runout signals. A signal processing module receives a position error signal and outputs a position compensated signal. A feed forward module receives the position error signal and outputs one or more cancellation signals to cancel one or more repeatable runout components from the position error signal when combined with the position compensated signal. A combining module combines the position compensated signal and the cancellation signals into a position command signal. A feedback module receives the position command signal and outputs the position error signal. | 12-03-2009 |
Brett Shelton, Providence, UT US
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20100240459 | Systems and Methods for Simulation and Regeneration of a Virtual Environment - Disclosed are systems and methods for simulation and regeneration of a virtual environment. A simulation and regeneration system may record a simulation by reading out all information necessary to recreate the virtual environment to a simulation data file. In certain embodiments, the system may include an after action review mode. In the after action review mode, players may watch the recorded simulation in order to understand what happened during the simulation, why it happened, and what could be done to improve the result. A facilitator may provide feedback to the players during the after action review mode or during the simulation. A simulation may be regenerated based on data from the simulation data. | 09-23-2010 |
Brett C. Shelton, Corning, NY US
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20100118315 | REFERENCE MICROPLATES AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE REFERENCE MICROPLATES - A reference microplate is described herein which can be used to help calibrate and troubleshoot an optical interrogation system. In one embodiment, the reference microplate has a frame with an array of wells each of which contains an optical biosensor and each optical biosensor is at least partially coated with a substance (e.g., elastomer, optical epoxy). In another embodiment, the reference microplate in addition to having its optical biosensors at least partially covered with a substance (e.g., elastomer, optical epoxy) also has a controllable heating device attached thereto which is used to heat the optical biosensors. | 05-13-2010 |
Britt C. Shelton, Woolstock, IA US
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20100287787 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR BREAKING CAKED GRAIN IN A STORAGE BIN - A grain bin is provided with a pipe extending beneath the perforated floor through which drying air passes upwardly. A tool extends through the pipe to the central grain outlet opening in the floor. The tool includes a cutting or grinding head which can be rotated from outside the bin so as to break up grain blockages above the outlet opening. A cap may be provided on the inner end of the pipe to preclude grain from entering the pipe. | 11-18-2010 |
Bryan S. Shelton, Bound Brook, NJ US
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20090035925 | Gallium Nitride Semiconductor Device - A gallium nitride based semiconductor Schottky diode fabricated from a n+ doped GaN layer having a thickness between one and six microns disposed on a sapphire substrate; an n− doped GaN layer having a thickness greater than one micron disposed on said n+ GaN layer patterned into a plurality of elongated fingers and a metal layer disposed on the n− doped GaN layer and forming a Schottky junction therewith. The layer thicknesses and the length and width of the elongated fingers are optimized to achieve a device with breakdown voltage of greater than 500 volts, current capacity in excess of one ampere, and a forward voltage of less than three volts. | 02-05-2009 |
20110101371 | Gallium nitride semiconductor - A gallium nitride based semiconductor Schottky diode fabricated from a n+ doped GaN layer having a thickness between one and six microns disposed on a sapphire substrate; an n− doped GaN layer having a thickness greater than one micron disposed on said n+ GaN layer patterned into a plurality of elongated fingers and a metal layer disposed on the n− doped GaN layer and forming a Schottky junction therewith. The layer thicknesses and the length and width of the elongated fingers are optimized to achieve a device with breakdown voltage of greater than 500 volts, current capacity in excess of one ampere, and a forward voltage of less than three volts. | 05-05-2011 |
Celia Shelton, Lewes, DE US
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20090181906 | Combination Therapies using Melengestrol Acetate and Zilpaterol or its Salts - This invention generally relates to a method for promoting growth and increasing feed utilization efficiency in animals, and, more specifically, to combinations comprising zilpaterol (and salts thereof) and melengestrol acetate. Included within this invention are treatment methods comprising the administration of such combinations to animals, compositions comprising such combinations, uses of such combinations to prepare medicaments, and kits for using such combinations. | 07-16-2009 |
Charles Shelton, Monroeville, PA US
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20110032826 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DEPLOYING AND EVALUATING NETWORKS IN INDOOR ENVIRONMENTS - A method for deploying and evaluating a network system includes providing an electronic two- or three-dimensional representation of a layout of a building, placing a plurality of nodes of the network system in the building, and communicatively coupling the nodes together to form the network system. The nodes are inspected dependent upon a regulatory requirement and/or the representation of the layout of the building. The network is evaluated dependent upon data collected during the inspecting and dependent upon a network protocol design and/or an interference model. The inspecting of the nodes and the evaluating of the network are performed automatically by use of at least one electronic processor. | 02-10-2011 |
Christopher Shelton, Alexandria, VA US
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20110143954 | GAMMA-SECRETASE SUBSTRATE AND METHODS OF USE - Polypeptide substrates based on modifications or fragments of the various APP isoforms, assay methods based on the use of these substrates, and screening methods directed toward identifying inhibitors of γ-secretase activity. The assay methods and the screening methods are adapted for use in high throughput multi-well plate assay apparatuses. In many embodiments the substrate polypeptides are labeled for ease of detection, and/or may bind specific ligands that themselves are labeled. Generally the labels promote high specificity as well as high sensitivity of detection. These features render the assay and screening methods that employ the labeled substrates especially suited for use in high throughput assay formats. This disclosure further identifies small polypeptides based on a subsequence motif of Aβ that are shown herein to be potent inhibitors of the activity of γ-secretase. | 06-16-2011 |
20110257027 | GAMMA-SECRETASE SUBSTRATE AND METHODS OF USE - Polypeptide substrates based on modifications or fragments of the various APP isoforms, assay methods based on the use of these substrates, and screening methods directed toward identifying inhibitors of γ-secretase activity. The assay methods and the screening methods are adapted for use in high throughput multi-well plate assay apparatuses. In many embodiments the substrate polypeptides are labeled for ease of detection, and/or may bind specific ligands that themselves are labeled. Generally the labels promote high specificity as well as high sensitivity of detection. These features render the assay and screening methods that employ the labeled substrates especially suited for use in high throughput assay formats. This disclosure further identifies small polypeptides based on a subsequence motif of Aβ that are shown herein to be potent inhibitors of the activity of γ-secretase. | 10-20-2011 |
Christopher Chad Shelton, Alexandrea, VA US
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20100285988 | Gamma-Secretase Substrates And Methods Of Use - Polypeptide substrates based on modifications or fragments of the various APP isoforms, assay methods based on the use of these substrates, and screening methods directed toward identifying inhibitors of γ-secretase activity. The assay methods and the screening methods are adapted for use in high throughput multi-well plate assay apparatuses. In many embodiments the substrate polypeptides are labeled for ease of detection, and/or may bind specific ligands that themselves are labeled. Generally the labels promote high specificity as well as high sensitivity of detection. These features render the assay and screening methods that employ the labeled substrates especially suited for use in high throughput assay formats. This disclosure further identifies small polypeptides based on a subsequence motif of Aβ that are shown herein to be potent inhibitors of the activity of γ-secretase. | 11-11-2010 |
Christopher M. Shelton, Verona, WI US
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20090139352 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ANALYSIS OF DRY POWDER INHALER PRODUCTS - An apparatus and method are provided for collection and analysis of dry powder inhaler products to determine foreign particulate matter found therein. The apparatus includes a collection chamber that communicates directly with the mouthpiece of a dry powder inhaler device. The collection chamber is used to both collect product samples, as well as to mix the samples with a diluent that places the active pharmaceutical components and excipients in solution, while the foreign particulate matter remains suspended. Analysis of a sample is preferably conducted by light obscuration wherein a probe is inserted directly within the collection chamber of the apparatus. An integral magnetic stir-bar incorporated within the apparatus eliminates the need to transfer the collected sample to a secondary vessel for mixing or analysis. | 06-04-2009 |
Dale Shelton, Annapolis, MD US
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20090187819 | Method and system for deploying content to wireless devices - A method and system for deploying content to devices is provided. The method and system can be used to deploy markup content to web browser applications on wireless devices. The wireless devices may included, for example, WAP phones, HDML phones, Palm VII, Palm V, etc. The method and system can also be used in conjunction with wired systems. A translator receives data, in a variety of formats, from the wireless devices. The translator then translates the data into a standardized format. A content provider interface receives the data in the standardized format and provides content data, also in the standardized format. The content data in the standardized format is provided to a transformer. The transformer transforms the content data into the pre-selected format for the particular wireless device. The content data can then be utilized and manipulated by the wireless device. | 07-23-2009 |
20120110209 | Method and System for Deploying Content to Wireless Devices - A method and system for deploying content to devices is provided. The method and system can be used to deploy markup content to web browser applications on wireless devices. The wireless devices may included, for example, WAP phones, HDML phones, Palm VII, Palm V, etc. The method and system can also be used in conjunction with wired systems. A translator receives data, in a variety of formats, from the wireless devices. The translator then translates the data into a standardized format. A content provider interface receives the data in the standardized format and provides content data, also in the standardized format. The content data in the standardized format is provided to a transformer. The transformer transforms the content data into the pre-selected format for the particular wireless device. The content data can then be utilized and manipulated by the wireless device. | 05-03-2012 |
20130227059 | Method and System for Deploying Content to Wireless Devices - A method and system for deploying content to devices is provided. The method and system can be used to deploy markup content to web browser applications on wireless devices. The wireless devices may included, for example, WAP phones, HDML phones, Palm VII, Palm V, etc. The method and system can also be used in conjunction with wired systems. A translator receives data, in a variety of formats, from the wireless devices. The translator then translates the data into a standardized format. A content provider interface receives the data in the standardized format and provides content data, also in the standardized format. The content data in the standardized format is provided to a transformer. The transformer transforms the content data into the pre-selected format for the particular wireless device. The content data can then be utilized and manipulated by the wireless device. | 08-29-2013 |
20140108920 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DEPLOYING CONTENT TO WIRELESS DEVICES - A method and system for deploying content to devices is provided. The method and system can be used to deploy markup content to web browser applications on wireless devices. The wireless devices may included, for example, WAP phones, HDML phones, Palm VII, Palm V, etc. The method and system can also be used in conjunction with wired systems. A translator receives data, in a variety of formats, from the wireless devices. The translator then translates the data into a standardized format. A content provider interface receives the data in the standardized format and provides content data, also in the standardized format. The content data in the standardized format is provided to a transformer. The transformer transforms the content data into the pre-selected format for the particular wireless device. The content data can then be utilized and manipulated by the wireless device. | 04-17-2014 |
Damion M. Shelton, Pittsburgh, PA US
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20080218743 | COMBINING TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGES IN SITU WITH DIRECT VISION IN STERILE ENVIRONMENTS - A device for combining tomographic images with human vision using a half-silvered mirror to merge the visual outer surface of an object (or a robotic mock effector) with a simultaneous reflection of a tomographic image from the interior of the object. The device maybe used with various types of image modalities including ultrasound, CT, and MRI. The image capture device and the display may be enclosed in a sterile container (e.g., a probe bag) and a mirror and mirror housing may be separately attachable to the image capture device and display. In these embodiments, the mirror may be disposable and the sterility of the overall imaging device is maintained. | 09-11-2008 |
20090322859 | Method and System for 3D Imaging Using a Spacetime Coded Laser Projection System - A desktop three-dimensional imaging system and method projects a modulated plane of light that sweeps across a target object while a camera is set to collect an entire pass of the modulated plane of light over the object in one image to create a line stripe pattern. A spacetime coding scheme is applied to the modulation controller whereby a plurality of images of line stripe patterns can be analyzed and decoded to yield a three-dimensional image of the target object in a reduced scan time and with better accuracy than existing close range scanners. | 12-31-2009 |
20120147359 | COMBINING TOMOGRAPHIC IMAGES IN SITU WITH DIRECT VISION IN STERILE ENVIRONMENTS - A device for combining tomographic images with human vision using a half-silvered mirror to merge the visual outer surface of an object (or a robotic mock effector) with a simultaneous reflection of a tomographic image from the interior of the object. The device maybe used with various types of image modalities including ultrasound, CT, and MRI. The image capture device and the display may be enclosed in a sterile container (e.g., a probe bag) and a mirror and mirror housing may be separately attachable to the image capture device and display. In these embodiments, the mirror may be disposable and the sterility of the overall imaging device is maintained. | 06-14-2012 |
Daniel Francis Shelton, Pontiac, MI US
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20090160182 | Retainer Assembly for Conduit Connection - A retainer assembly that reduces misalignment of a conduit connection to a component. In addition, the assembly keeps the conduit in place on the component enabling the assembler to complete the assembly without having to hold the conduit. The assembly includes a connection block having a U-shaped retainer attached to the connection block. A retainer clip having an opening therein and a locking finger extending into the opening. The locking finger operative to engage a retention member located on the component to hold the connection block and conduit combination with respect to the component after which a fastener is used to secure the connection block and conduit combination to the component. | 06-25-2009 |
David Shelton, Palatine, IL US
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20110207786 | Potentiated Biocidal Compositions and Methods of Use - The present technology relates to biocidal compositions and methods that contain and utilize at least one biocidal agent and at least one potentiator system wherein the resultant combination has an enhanced biocidal efficacy. The present technology also discloses a rapid screening assay for determining biocidal compositions with enhanced efficacy, e.g., a microbial contact kill time of 5 minutes or less. Further, the present technology provides a method of determining biocidally effective concentrations of biocidal compositions comprising at least one biocidal agent and at least one potentiator system. | 08-25-2011 |
20110236880 | Potentiated Biocidal Compositions and Methods of Use - The present technology relates to biocidal compositions and methods that contain and utilize at least one biocidal agent and at least one potentiator system wherein the resultant combination has an enhanced biocidal efficacy. The present technology also discloses a rapid screening assay for determining biocidal compositions with enhanced efficacy, e.g., a microbial contact kill time of 5 minutes or less. Further, the present technology provides a method of determining biocidally effective concentrations of biocidal compositions comprising at least one biocidal agent and at least one potentiator system. | 09-29-2011 |
20140024688 | Potentiated Biocidal Compositions and Methods of Use - The present technology relates to biocidal compositions and methods that contain and utilize at least one biocidal agent and at least one potentiator system wherein the resultant combination has an enhanced biocidal efficacy. The present technology also discloses a rapid screening assay for determining biocidal compositions with enhanced efficacy, e.g., a microbial contact kill time of 5 minutes or less. Further, the present technology provides a method of determining biocidally effective concentrations of biocidal compositions comprising at least one biocidal agent and at least one potentiator system. | 01-23-2014 |
David Shelton, Winter Park, FL US
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20100118377 | DYNAMIC REFLECTARRAY TECHNOLOGY FOR ELECTRO-OPTICAL SENSORS - An array of two or more tunable electro-optical reflecting elements where the phase response of one or more elements may be adjusted by a variety of approaches including, but not limited to: a liquid crystal superstrate, schottky contact(s), ultra-violet radiation pulses, and illumination of photoconductive substrates. Methods and apparatus for direct and/or adaptive control of phase response via the above approaches are also discussed. | 05-13-2010 |
David Barbour Shelton, Winnetka, IL US
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20090014583 | Removable cargo pod with lifting mechanism and open top - A removable cargo pod for attachment to an aircraft fuselage; a mechanism in said pod to raise and lower it into and from engagement with the fuselage; and an open top so as to provide access to the interior while it is vertically displaced or removed from the fuselage. | 01-15-2009 |
David L. Shelton, Northfield, IL US
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20090159519 | Microbiological Control in Aqueous Systems - Microbiological control is achieved by continuously and inexpensively dosing water in contact with biofilm, or that comes into contact with biofilm, using a highly effective biocide that provides very effective microbiocidal control of planktonic microorganisms and of biofilm species, even where the biofilm infestations have been in existence for long periods of time and thus have encased themselves in a substantial quantity of slimy defensive polysaccharide layers or films. In addition, the biocide used makes possible significant reduction in copper and/or iron surfaces in contact with the water as compared to N,N′-bromochloro-5,5-dimethyl hydantoin. Still other advantages are made possible by the described technology. | 06-25-2009 |
Dawne Shelton, Salt Lake City, UT US
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20090263835 | Genes that are Up- or Down-Regulated During Differentiation of Human Embryonic Stem Cells - Genes that are up- or down-regulated during differentiation provide important leverage by which to characterize and manipulate early-stage pluripotent stem cells. Over 35,000 unique transcripts have been amplified and sequenced from undifferentiated human embryonic stem cells, and three types of differentiated progeny. Statistical analysis of the assembled transcripts identified genes that alter expression levels as differentiation proceeds. The expression profile provides a marker system that has been used to identify particular culture components for maintaining the undifferentiated phenotype. The gene products can also be used to promote differentiation; to assess other relatively undifferentiated cells (such as cancer cells); to control gene expression; or to separate cells having desirable characteristics. Manipulation of particular genes can be used to forestall or focus the differentiation process, en route to producing a specialized homogenous cell population suitable for human therapy. | 10-22-2009 |
Doyle A. Shelton, Pleasant Garden, NC US
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20090319544 | FACILITATING INTEGRATION OF DIFFERENT COMPUTER DATA SYSTEMS - A method for facilitating integration of multiple computer data systems may include source-target mapping between first and second data sources of the computer data systems. The method includes mapping, by a user, data fields from the first computer data source of the first computer data system to system-neutral business terms of an object-oriented abstraction layer; mapping, by a user, data fields from the second computer data source of the second computer data system to system-neutral business terms of the object-oriented abstraction layer; and saving the mappings in a computer-readable medium; wherein the object-oriented abstraction layer further comprises business documents, each business document comprising one or more of the business terms of the object-oriented abstraction layer. | 12-24-2009 |
Duane Shelton, Bourbon, MO US
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20090249656 | SHOE SOLE AND METHOD - A shoe outsole and method of manufacture wherein the outsole, or various components thereof such as various inserts and/or additional layers associated with a particular outsole, are formed using various scrap materials generated during the shoe manufacturing process such as leather, leather dust, jute, and other fibrous material, the scrap materials being used as a filler material and being mixed with various elastomeric materials to form the shoe outsole and various components thereof. The outsole can be formed as a substantially one-piece unit, or it can be formed as a base sole layer having one or more additional layers associated therewith including inserts associated with the forefoot and heel regions of the outsole. | 10-08-2009 |
20100263240 | SHOE SOLE AND METHOD - A shoe outsole and method of manufacture wherein the outsole is formed using recycled rubber granules generated during the shoe manufacturing process, the recycled rubber granules being used as a filler material and being mixed with various thermoplastic materials or vulcanized rubber to form the shoe outsole. The recycled rubber granules are mixed with the thermoplastic material or vulcanized rubber to form a filled elastomer which includes at least 50% by weight of a virgin thermoplastic material and no more than about 30% by weight of the recycled rubber granules. | 10-21-2010 |
20100275468 | AIR CIRCULATING FOOTBED AND METHOD THEREOF - An air circulating footbed adapted for insertion into a shoe including first and second layers of material shaped and attached to each other so as to define at least two cavities therebetween, the first cavity being disposed generally in the forefoot region of a shoe and the second cavity being disposed generally in the heel region of a shoe, the first and second cavities being in fluid communication with each other whereby foot pressure exerted by a wearer's foot in the forefoot and heel regions of the footbed during a wearer's walking or running gait will circulate air flow back and forth between the at least two cavities. The cavities may also include low density polyurethane (PU) foam in the density range of 0.20 to 0.50 pounds per cubic foot. | 11-04-2010 |
20100281717 | TOP LIFT ASSEMBLY FOR A SHOE HEEL - A dowelled top lift assembly for a shoe heel including an anchor member affixed or molded to a dowel pin member and a top lift member for contacting the walking surface affixed, molded to and encapsulating the anchor member. The anchor member is made of a harder material as compared to the top lift member, the anchor member being made of a hard thermoplastic material and the top lift member being made of a softer thermoplastic material such as a thermoset polyurethane elastomer or a softer thermoplastic polyurethane. The anchor member may include one or more ridges for cooperatively engaging grooves associated with the head portion of the dowel pin member. | 11-11-2010 |
20100293817 | SOFT STEP TOP LIFT FOR SHOES AND METHOD THEREOF - A soft top lift member for a shoe heel wherein the top lift member is made by mixing a filler carbon material with a thermoplastic elastomer to form a filled elastomer. The filled elastomer is then formed into a top lift member for a shoe heel by using an injection molding process. The top lift member is then attached to a shoe heel. The thermoplastic elastomer can be a relatively soft thermoplastic polyurethane material and the carbon material can be a carbon powder. The filler or carbon powder is provided to enhance abrasion resistance properties. | 11-25-2010 |
Duane C. Shelton, Bourbon, MO US
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20100313328 | LIGHTED SAFETY APPAREL AND METHOD - A lighted apparel article is provided. It includes at least one lamp coupled to a power source. The power source includes a device operable to convert incident light into electrical energy that is coupled to an energy storage device that is rechargeable to store electrical energy for later use to power the lamp. A controller is coupled to the energy storage device and the lamp and is operable to selectively control the transmission of electrical energy from the storage device to the lamp. | 12-16-2010 |
Frederick E. Shelton, Hillsboro, OH US
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20080210738 | STAPLE CARTRIDGES FOR FORMING STAPLES HAVING DIFFERING FORMED STAPLE HEIGHTS - A staple cartridge for use with a stapling device that has an actuator that is selectively actuatable in an axial direction and an anvil portion that is selectively movable between open and closed positions is disclosed. Various embodiments of the present invention include a cartridge body that movably supports first and second staple drivers. The staple drivers each support a staple thereon and serve to drive the staples into forming contact with the anvil upon actuation by the actuator. The various embodiments of the present invention enable the final formed heights of the staples to be varied so as to apply various clamping forces and pressures to soft tissue captured within the staples. In at least one embodiment, the staples can include crowns formed thereon which can be utilized to adjust or control the clamping force and/or pressure applied by the staples. | 09-04-2008 |
20080269715 | Use of an Adhesive as an Intestinal Barrier for Bariatrics - An apparatus for achieving weight loss in a patient is disclosed. The apparatus has a barrier material and an applicator for dispensing the barrier material about the intestine. An injector is used to place the barrier material to block nutrient transfer from the intestine into the blood stream. The barrier material is a polymerizable adhesive that can be injected interstitially between layers of the intestine, or injected into vascular structures to partially block the flow of blood to the nutrient absorbing layers. | 10-30-2008 |
20120175399 | SURGICAL INSTRUMENT HAVING RECORDING CAPABILITIES - A surgical instrument. The surgical instrument has an end effector and a trigger in communication with the end effector. The surgical instrument also has a first sensor and an externally accessible memory device in communication with the first sensor. The first sensor has an output that represents a first condition of either the trigger or the end effector. The memory device is configured to record the output of the first sensor. In various embodiments, memory device may include an output port and/or a removable storage medium. | 07-12-2012 |
Frederick E. Shelton, New Vienna, OH US
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20080308601 | Surgical stapling and cutting instrument with improved anvil opening features - A surgical instrument that has an elongate channel assembly configured to operably support a staple cartridge therein. An anvil assembly may be movably and detachably coupled to the elongate channel assembly. In various embodiments, the anvil assembly may have a pair of trunnions pivotally received in open-ended slots in the elongate channel assembly. The trunnions may be retained in the opened ended slots by a selectively movable trunnion retention bar or by a closure member configured to apply a closing motion to the anvil. In other embodiments, a knife assembly may be supported within the elongate channel assembly for axial travel therein. The knife assembly may be provided with a detachable pin that is configured to ride in a slot in the anvil as the knife assembly is driven in the elongate channel assembly to draw the anvil assembly toward the elongate channel assembly. The pin is configured to be detached from the knife assembly to enable the anvil assembly to be detached therefrom. | 12-18-2008 |
20080308602 | Surgical stapling and cutting instruments - A multi-axis surgical stapling and cutting instrument. In various embodiments, the instrument includes a tool assembly that operably supports a cable powered knife assembly and further has an anvil that is actuated by axial movement of a closure ring. The instrument may further include a disposable reload unit that may be attached to the reusable portion of the instrument without the use of tools. Various embodiments may also employ an active articulation control system for actively articulating the tool assembly. | 12-18-2008 |
20080308603 | Cable driven surgical stapling and cutting instrument with improved cable attachment arrangements - A cable attachment arrangement for attaching a cable to a surgical instrument component. In various embodiments, the cable attachment arrangement comprises a wedge-shaped slug that is attached to a portion of the cable and shaped to be received in a complementary shaped pocket in the surgical instrument component. In various embodiments, the slug may be wedge-shaped or conical in shape. In other embodiments, an end portion of the cable is folded over adjacent another portion of the cable and attached thereto by clamps or adhesive to form a loop sized to receive a portion of a surgical instrument component therein. Other embodiments comprise an endless cable formed from woven material wherein the ends of the cable are woven together. | 12-18-2008 |
20080308604 | Cable driven surgical stapling and cutting instrument with apparatus for preventing inadvertant cable disengagement - A cable driven surgical instrument that has an elongate channel assembly that is constructed to operably support a staple cartridge assembly therein. The instrument may have a knife assembly that is oriented for travel within the elongate channel assembly and at least one cable transition support that is operably mounted to at least one of the elongate channel assembly and the knife assembly. A drive cable operably extends around at least a portion of the cable transition support and interfaces with a cable drive system to drive the knife assembly within the elongate channel. A cable retention arrangement may be included for retaining the drive cable around at least a portion of the cable transition support. | 12-18-2008 |
Gary Bruce Shelton, Albion, WA US
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20090320151 | Glyphosate-Tolerant Wheat Genotypes - The present invention provides methods for producing glyphosate-tolerant wheat genotypes by mutagenesis, glyphosate wheat plants produced by such methods, and related compositions and methods. | 12-24-2009 |
20110119783 | GLYPHOSATE-TOLERANT WHEAT GENOTYPES - The present invention provides methods for producing glyphosate-tolerant wheat genotypes by mutagenesis, glyphosate wheat plants produced by such methods, and related compositions and methods. | 05-19-2011 |
20140109256 | GLYPHOSATE-TOLERANT WHEAT GENOTYPES - The present invention provides methods for producing glyphosate-tolerant wheat genotypes by mutagenesis, glyphosate wheat plants produced by such methods, and related compositions and methods. | 04-17-2014 |
Gary W. Shelton, Huntsville, AL US
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20080274630 | WIRELESS COMMUNICATION MODULES - The present disclosure generally pertains to wireless communication modules that can be used for enabling wireless communication in various applications. A wireless communication module in accordance with one embodiment may be interfaced with other devices, such as nodes of a wireless sensor network (WSN). The module has rows of male integrated circuit (IC) pins that may be interfaced with female pin receptacles of another device. The module receives wireless signals and provides the data of such wireless signals to the other device. The module also receives data from the other devices and packetizes such data for wireless communication. | 11-06-2008 |
Gary William Shelton, Huntsville, AL US
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20090290647 | DVC Delta commands - A video compression system compresses video frames comprising pixels defined by n-bit color values. Encoder of video compression system determines the difference between a current pixel value and a plurality reference pixel values. Encoder sends difference value to decoder. Decoder determines current pixel value by adjusting a reference pixel color value by delta value. | 11-26-2009 |
James Shelton, Athens, GA US
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20110045556 | ALGAL LIPID HARVEST USING MOLLUSKS FOR BIOFUELS PRODUCTION - Embodiments of the present disclosure provide for novel strategies to harvest algal lipids using mollusks which after feeding algae from the growth medium can convert algal lipids into their biomass or excrete lipids in their pseudofeces which makes algae harvesting energy efficient and cost effective. The bioconverter, filter-feeding mollusks and their pseudofeces can be harvested and converted to biocrude using an advanced thermochemical liquefaction technology. Methods, systems, and materials are disclosed for the harvest and isolation of algal lipids from the mollusks, molluscan feces and molluscan pseudofeces. | 02-24-2011 |
James J. Shelton, Pontchatoula, LA US
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20100209313 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DISINFECTING A REFRIGERATED WATER COOLER RESERVOIR - A method and apparatus for providing sanitized water in a cabinet and spigot type bottled water dispenser features an ozone generating system to generate ozone for sanitizing the water. Ozone is generated and collected within an ozone generator housing. A blower transmits air to the ozone generator housing. The air carries the ozone that is generated through a flow line to an air diffuser that is positioned upstream of the spigot (or spigots) used to dispense water. In one embodiment, a valve that is activated on the spigot to dispense water also activates the blower and ozone generator. In other embodiments, a flow sensor activates the ozone generator and blower. Various spigot and flow sensor arrangements are disclosed as a part of the overall apparatus and method. | 08-19-2010 |
James Knox Shelton, Jacksonville, AL US
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20090320439 | PULSED DETONATION COMBUSTOR CLEANING DEVICE AND METHOD OF OPERATION - A pulse detonation cleaner system is described. The cleaner includes an elongated combustion chamber configured with at least one fuel injection inlet and one air inlet to provide fuel to the combustion chamber. The fuel and air are mixed and ignited to produce a flame. The flame is accelerated into a detonation as it propagates downstream through the combustion chamber. The detonation and its products are vented from the combustion chamber into a vessel to be cleaned. The shock and high-pressure products of the detonation are used to release debris from the walls of the vessel and blow them away. | 12-31-2009 |
Jason Shelton, Monticello, MN US
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20090053357 | Corn-based feed product - This application is directed to a corn-based feed component formed from a combination of corn components. The feed components described herein generally include at least about 75 percent by weight of a combination of corn components. Generally, the corn components of the feed products are low in starch as compared to whole kernel corn, and are thus somewhat enriched in bran and germ (as determined, for example, on a dry mass basis). Typically, such feed components have a glycemic response comparable to that of rolled oats, thereby providing a source of energy that is safer than corn, and equally as safe as oats and high fat rice bran. | 02-26-2009 |
Jason L. Shelton, Monticello, MN US
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20090061055 | System and method for measuring starch gelatinization - A system for measuring starch gelatinization in a feed production system. The system includes a feed production system configured to generate an extruded feed from a feed mixture using a combination of steam and pressure to cook the feed in an extruder, a near infrared spectrometer configured to measure a degree of starch gelatinization for the extruded feed, and a starch gelatinization measurement engine configured to generate a measurement of the degree of starch gelatinization in the extruded feed. | 03-05-2009 |
J. Christopher Shelton, Arlington, VA US
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20110221276 | Regulation of Contribution of Secondary Energy Sources to Power Grid - An energy storage medium is combined with a secondary energy source that supplies power to an electricity distribution grid. The charge and discharge behavior of the energy storage medium is controlled so that rapid increases in the output of a secondary source of energy are absorbed by the storage system, whereas rapid decreases in the output of the secondary source are compensated by discharging stored energy onto the grid. The combined contributions of the secondary source and the energy storage system ensures a rate of change that does not exceed a defined level. Maximum and minimum output power levels for the secondary source can be established to define a normal operating range. The charging or discharging of the energy storage system is also performed when the secondary output power level exceeds or falls below the limits of the defined range. | 09-15-2011 |
John C. Shelton, Arlington, VA US
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20100090532 | Frequency Responsive Charge Sustaining Control of Electricity Storage Systems for Ancillary Services on an Electrical Power Grid - Systems, apparatus, and methods are provided for maintaining the state of charge of energy storage devices such as batteries, flywheel, capacitors, or other technologies that are energetically coupled with the electricity grid to support ancillary services. To reliably respond to requests to regulate the grid, the charge on the energy storage device is sustained or restored to a specified range in a manner that optimizes the readiness of the energy storage device to supply ancillary services in light of the condition of the grid. A state of charge (SOC) of the energy storage device and the grid frequency may be monitored. When a request from the operator to regulate the grid frequency is not being serviced, the charge of the energy storage device may be increased or decreased so that the charge may be sustained within the specific range. Once the SOC falls outside of the first range, charge may be added to or removed from the energy storage device when the grid frequency has appropriate values, e.g. if the grid frequency is respectively above a first setpoint or below a second setpoint. | 04-15-2010 |
John Travis Shelton, Westfield, NC US
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20090251312 | Private Network Emergency Alert Pager System - A private network emergency pager alert system as described herein can generally utilize a plurality of personal alert pager devices and a main controller in two-way communication with each personal alert pager device. Each personal alert pager device can be provided with a transceiver for receiving alerts from the main controller and for sending alerts to the main controller, a text display for receiving alert messages, switches for sending an alert to the main controller, and a GPS receiver for providing location data of the personal alert pager device to the main controller. The personal alert pager device could additionally be provided with an RFID module and/or a key pad for sending text messages. | 10-08-2009 |
20110298611 | Apparatus and Method for an Alert Notification System - In one aspect of the teachings herein, an alert notification system provides targeted and mass notifications via wireless transmissions within a defined network coverage area served by a radio network, which may be a closed private radio network and which, in one or more contemplated embodiments, comprises an appropriately configured cellular communications network. The alert notification system includes a central monitoring station that is configured to perform one or more alert functions that are in some sense optimized for processing and responding to alerts to, among other advantages, rapidly and effectively notify persons included within a defined population of emergencies and other alert conditions. | 12-08-2011 |
Kurt Shelton, Woburn, MA US
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20100151113 | MANUFACTURE OF A RADIATING STRUCTURE FOR A MEDICAL IMPLANT - A method of manufacturing a radiating structure having a selected capacitance. The method includes receiving a particular lot of a dielectric material having a nominal permittivity; receiving a measured value of an actual permittivity for the particular lot, the actual permittivity being different from the nominal permittivity; using the actual permittivity, determining the number of laminas of dielectric material required to cause the radiating structure to have the selected capacitance; causing the determined number of laminas of the dielectric material to be formed on a substrate, thereby forming a dielectric layer; and causing the radiating element to form on the layer. | 06-17-2010 |
20120241216 | COMPRESSION AND COLD WELD SEALING METHODS AND DEVICES - Compression cold welding methods, joint structures, and hermetically sealed containment devices are provided. The method includes providing a first substrate having at least one first joint structure which comprises a first joining surface, which surface comprises a first metal; providing a second substrate having at least one second joint structure which comprises a second joining surface, which surface comprises a second metal; and compressing together the at least one first joint structure and the at least one second joint structure to locally deform and shear the joining surfaces at one or more interfaces in an amount effective to form a metal-to-metal bond between the first metal and second metal of the joining surfaces. Overlaps at the joining surfaces are effective to displace surface contaminants and facilitate intimate contact between the joining surfaces without heat input. Hermetically sealed devices can contain drug formulations, biosensors, or MEMS devices. | 09-27-2012 |
Kurt G. Shelton, Woburn, MA US
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20090130167 | Drug Delivery Device and Method for Use with Prosthetic Device Implantation - Implantable drug delivery devices are provided which are adapted to be installed adjacent to at least a portion of an orthopedic prosthetic device implanted on a surgically prepared bone section of a patient. For example, the prosthetic device may be a hip joint replacement or knee joint replacement. The drug delivery device may include a body having a core formed from a non-biodegradable material formed in the shape of a sleeve and having an inner surface and an outwardly directed outer surface, wherein the outer surface has a drug formulation for release thereof into the body of the animal following implantation of the prosthetic device within the body of the animal. The outer surface may define one or more pockets for holding the drug formulation. | 05-21-2009 |
20110112365 | Endoscope shaft - An endoscope including a control section; and a shaft extending from the control section. The shaft includes a frame having a one-piece tube, The tube includes at least one slot into the tube to form spaced sections on opposite sides of the slot. A first one of the sections includes at least one projection which extends into at least one pocket of a second one of the sections such that the projection and pocket form an over-travel limiter to limit relative motion of the first and second sections relative to each other in at least one direction. | 05-12-2011 |
20140316202 | Surgeon Controlled Endoscope Device and Method - A medical apparatus including an endoscopic tool including first and second members longitudinally slideable relative to each other; and a control connected to a proximal end of the endoscopic tool. The control includes a housing and a slider. The slider is longitudinally slideably connected to the housing. The slider has the first member and/or the second member connected thereto. The housing includes a connector configured to removeably connect the housing to a control section of an endoscope. | 10-23-2014 |
20140316203 | Surgeon Controlled Endoscope Device and Method - A medical apparatus including an endoscopic tool including first and second members longitudinally slideable relative to each other; and a control connected to a proximal end of the endoscopic tool. The control includes a housing and an actuation mechanism. The actuation mechanism is longitudinally slideably connected to the housing. The actuation mechanism has the first member and/or the second member connected thereto. The housing includes a connector configured to removeably connect the housing to a control section of an endoscope. | 10-23-2014 |
20140336666 | OSCILLATING LITHOTRIPTER - A tip element for a lithotripter is provided. The tip element includes a proximal end configured for attachment to a waveguide of the lithotripter and a distal end configured for placement against at least one urinary tract stone. The lithotripter transmits energy from the tip element to the at least one urinary tract stone to break up the at least one urinary tract stone into fragments. The tip element may further include a tip element passage that extends between the proximal end and the distal end. The tip element passage communicates with a lumen of the waveguide for at least one of suctioning and irrigating a urinary tract. The distal end has one or more sharp edges to maintain contact between the at least one urinary tract stone and the distal end during suctioning. The distal end may be configured to limit the size of fragments from the at least one urinary tract stone drawn into the tip element passage during suctioning. | 11-13-2014 |
Larry N. Shelton, Warwick, RI US
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20110094770 | METALLIC WIRE TRACER ELEMENT INCLUDING WOVEN PROTECTIVE TUBE AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - A detectable tracer element for use in underground detection applications includes a metallic wire, a non-fibrous insulating jacket integral with the wire, and a flexible, cut-resistant, non-electrically shielding woven protective tube surrounding the wire and jacket combination. The woven protective tube includes a plurality of non-metallic fibers woven around the wire and jacket combination such that the combination is disposed within the interior of the protective tube. In one configuration of the invention, the woven protective tube defines a substantially oval or circular tube weave. The substantially oval or circular tube weave is woven, such that, the tube weave is pulled or stitched into a flattened configuration for use in underground applications. | 04-28-2011 |
20120055694 | Metallic Wire Tracer Element Including Woven Protective Tube and Methods of Making Same - A detectable tracer element for use in underground detection applications includes a metallic wire, a non-fibrous insulating jacket integral with the wire, and a flexible, cut-resistant, non-electrically shielding woven protective tube surrounding the wire and jacket combination. The woven protective tube includes a plurality of non-metallic fibers woven around the wire and jacket combination such that the combination is disposed within the interior of the protective tube. In one configuration of the invention, the woven protective tube defines a substantially oval or circular tube weave. The substantially oval or circular tube weave is woven, such that, the tube weave is pulled or stitched into a flattened configuration for use in underground applications. | 03-08-2012 |
Lawrence S. Shelton, Morton Grove, IL US
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20080282529 | DEBRIS-FREE PLASTIC COLLATING STRIP FOR NAILS - A fastener assembly is configured for use in an associated fastener driving tool for driving a fastener from the assembly into an associated substrate. The assembly includes a row of fasteners, each having a shank, arranged substantially parallel to each other. A collation system is formed from a plastic material that is molded onto and adhered to the fasteners. The plastic material is molded to define a collar portion substantially encircling the fastener shank and a connecting portion extending between and connecting adjacent collar potions. The plastic material is formulated from an adhesive polymer. When the fastener is driven from the driving tool, the collar portion remains adhered to the fastener such that the collar portion penetrates the substrate with the fastener. | 11-20-2008 |
20090155021 | DEFORMED SHANK FASTENER - A nail has a head, a penetrating tip and a shank extending from the head to the penetrating tip. The shank has a circumference and a longitudinal axis. A plurality of rows of deformations formed as teeth are formed in the shank extending outwardly of the shank. The rows are formed in a spiral pattern along the length of the shank from about the head to about the penetrating tip. The rows of teeth are formed parallel to one another and formed at an angle of at least 50 degrees relative to a cross-sectional plane perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the nail. | 06-18-2009 |
20100266367 | FASTENER TIP COATING CHEMISTRY - An ease of drive coating for a fastener is formulated from a resin having at least two different friction reducing components, such as silicone and graphite. A fastener and fastener strip include a resin formulation with at last two different friction reducing components. | 10-21-2010 |
20110083396 | STUCCO FASTENER - A fastener is configured for securing a lath to a surface for, for example, the application of stucco to the surface. The fastener includes a fastener having a head, a shank and a penetrating tip. The head has a diameter and the shank has a diameter less than the head diameter. The stucco fastener has a sealing/spacer assembly having spacer element and a sealing element. The spacer element is formed from a relatively incompressible material and has a diameter greater than the shank diameter. The spacer element has a bore therein having a diameter about equal to the shank diameter. The sealing element is formed from a resilient, water-resistant material and is positioned adjacent to and in contact with the spacer element. When the fastener is driven into the surface, the fastener penetrates the surface to secure the fastener to the surface and a portion of the lath is captured between the head of the fastener and the spacer element to space the lath from the surface. The sealing element contacts the surface to form a seal at the fastener penetration to prevent the incursion of liquid into the surface around the fastener penetration, and the sealing element, as least in part, conforms to the surface between the surface and the spacer element. | 04-14-2011 |
20120079702 | METHOD FOR MAKING DEBRIS-FREE NAIL COLLATION - A method for making a collated fastener assembly includes arranging a plurality of fasteners in a row parallel to one another, in a plane, and spaced from one another, preheating the fasteners, applying a molten polymer material onto the fasteners and conveying the fasteners with the polymer into a mold cavity. The fasteners are maintained in the plane. The polymer is molded onto the fasteners and between adjacent fasteners to form a molding having a collar encircling a shank of each fastener and a connecting portion between adjacent fasteners. The molding maintains the space between the fasteners. A cooling stream is introduced onto the fasteners and the molding as the fasteners and the molding exit from the mold cavity. | 04-05-2012 |
20140024566 | FASTENER TIP COATING - An ease of drive coating for a fastener is formulated from a resin having at least two different friction reducing components, such as silicone and graphite. A fastener and fastener strip include a resin formulation with at last two different friction reducing components. | 01-23-2014 |
Mark Shelton, Sherwood, OR US
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20090065247 | Multi - voltage housing - A housing for one or more electrical components that are connected to sources of a plurality of voltages comprises a box, a first cover to cover a first portion of the opening in the box and a second cover to cover a second portion of the opening. The first cover includes a separator that projects into the box when the first cover is installed to divide the interior of the box and so that components connectable to a higher voltage can be separated from components connectable to a lower voltage. | 03-12-2009 |
Martin Neville Shelton, Stone Mountain, GA US
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20100317566 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AIDS OR CANCER BY INHIBITING THE SECRETION OF MICROPARTICLES - Novel peptides that inhibit the release of microparticles from cells are disclosed. The peptide contains at least one VGFPV motif at the N-terminal and has a length of 10-100 amino acids. Also disclosed is polynucleotide encoding the peptide, expression vectors carrying the polynucleotide, and methods for treating AIDS and tumors using the novel peptides. | 12-16-2010 |
20130018002 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AIDS OR CANCER BY INHIBITING THE SECRETION OF MICROPARTICLES - Novel peptides that inhibit the release of microparticles from cells are disclosed. The peptide contains at least one VGFPV motif at the N-terminal and has a length of 10-100 amino acids. Also disclosed is polynucleotide encoding the peptide, expression vectors carrying the polynucleotide, and methods for treating AIDS and tumors using the novel peptides. | 01-17-2013 |
20130018003 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AIDS OR CANCER BY INHIBITING THE SECRETION OF MICROPARTICLES - Novel peptides that inhibit the release of microparticles from cells are disclosed. The peptide contains at least one VGFPV motif at the N-terminal and has a length of 10-100 amino acids. Also disclosed is polynucleotide encoding the peptide, expression vectors carrying the polynucleotide, and methods for treating AIDS and tumors using the novel peptides. | 01-17-2013 |
20130089525 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present application discloses a method for treating microbial infection using an antimicrobial composition comprises antimicrobial peptide which contains at least one VGFPV motif. | 04-11-2013 |
20130123202 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AIDS OR CANCER BY INHIBITING THE SECRETION OF MICROPARTICLES - Novel peptides that inhibit the release of microparticles from cells are disclosed. The peptide contains at least one VGFPV motif at the N-terminal and has a length of 10-100 amino acids. Also disclosed is polynucleotide encoding the peptide, expression vectors carrying the polynucleotide, and methods for treating AIDS and tumors using the novel peptides. | 05-16-2013 |
20140005117 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AIDS OR CANCER BY INHIBITING THE SECRETION OF MICROPARTICLES | 01-02-2014 |
20140121170 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING AIDS OR CANCER BY INHIBITING THE SECRETION OF MICROPARTICLES - Novel peptides that inhibit the release of microparticles from cells are disclosed. The peptide contains at least one VGFPV motif at the N-terminal and has a length of 10-100 amino acids. Also disclosed is polynucleotide encoding the peptide, expression vectors carrying the polynucleotide, and methods for treating AIDS and tumors using the novel peptides. | 05-01-2014 |
20140155319 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present application discloses a method for treating microbial infection using an antimicrobial composition comprises antimicrobial peptide which contains at least one VGFPV motif. | 06-05-2014 |
Matthew John Shelton, Grosse Ile, MI US
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20110024258 | Transmission with Durability Enhancement Techniques - The present disclosure relates to durability enhancement techniques for a dry-clutch vehicle transmission. A cooling system that provides a direct convective cooling path to friction surfaces is disclosed. Also disclosed is a continuously variable clutch wear compensation assembly configured to adjust the position of clutch assembly components on-demand or as needed. | 02-03-2011 |
20130238204 | METHOD FOR OPERATING A VEHICLE POWERTRAIN - Methods and systems for controlling a vehicle powertrain that may be automatically stopped and started are presented. In one example, a method adjusts a position of a transmission clutch in response to battery current during engine cranking. The method may reduce clutch wear and improve vehicle launch from a stop. | 09-12-2013 |
20130292223 | Pre-Staging and Boosting for Downshifts to Increase Regenerative Braking - A hybrid vehicle has a battery, a regenerative braking system, a transmission, and a controller. The controller boosts and strokes a hydraulic cylinder of an on-coming clutch when the state-of-charge of the battery allows regenerative braking and in response to a pedal actuation. The controller boosts and strokes the hydraulic cylinder before a disconnect clutch is opened and the transmission is downshifted to increase regenerative braking efficiency. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296107 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR STARTING A TURBOCHARGED ENGINE IN A HYBRID VEHICLE - A vehicle with a modular hybrid transmission that has a combustion engine including a turbocharger and an e-machine use barometric pressure, road grade, and estimated vehicle mass to develop a turbo lag estimate. If it is determined that undesirable turbo lag is likely, the system opens a disconnect clutch between the engine and the e-machine and the engine is started independently of the e-machine. The e-machine is then used to launch the vehicle while the engine is started. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296109 | Method and Apparatus for Starting an Engine of a Modular Hybrid Transmission Based Upon Demanded Torque - A control system including a method and apparatus for operating a hybrid vehicle. A disconnect clutch selectively separates an electric machine from a combustion engine. If a wide open throttle or high torque command is requested and the combustion engine is shut down, a 12 volt starter may be used to start the combustion engine while disconnected from the electric machine and all of the electric machine torque available may be used for traction. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296110 | Modulating Engine Torque to Synchronization Engine Speed with Motor Speed for Disconnect Clutch Engagement in Hybrid Vehicle - A system and method for controlling a hybrid vehicle having an engine, a traction motor, and a transmission selectively coupled in series by a clutch include modulating engine torque while the clutch is disengaged and while engine speed is less than motor speed to increase the engine speed. The clutch is engaged to connect the engine to the motor in response to the engine speed exceeding the motor speed. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296111 | ENGINE RESTART TORQUE SPIKE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR A HYBRID VEHICLE - A method for controlling a hybrid vehicle having a traction motor between an engine and a step ratio automatic transmission during a startup of the hybrid vehicle. The method includes performing at least one of adjusting a clutch or an oil pressure to change a transmission tie-up force or downshifting the transmission in response to an actuation rate of a vehicle driver demand. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296117 | SYSTEM AND APPARATUS FOR ENGINE FLARE CONTROL DURING TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT - A vehicle includes an engine, an electric machine, a transmission, and at least one controller. The at least one controller, in response to a gear shift of the transmission that causes a speed of the engine to exceed a predetermined speed, commands a change in current to the electric machine such that the speed of the engine decreases to a target speed to avoid engine flare. | 11-07-2013 |
20130296127 | TORQUE HOLE FILLING IN A HYBRID VEHICLE DURING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTING - A system and method for reducing torque disturbances during a shift event for a hybrid vehicle having an engine selectively coupled to a traction motor and an automatic transmission to control or compensate actual transmission input shaft torque based on measured transmission input torque by controlling a torque source, such as a traction motor. The system and method may include an engine, a transmission, a traction motor between the engine and the transmission with the engine being selectively coupled to the motor and the transmission by a disconnect clutch and a controller configured to control motor torque to cause an actual transmission input shaft torque to achieve a target transmission input shaft torque during a transmission shift event. | 11-07-2013 |
20140277867 | Vehicle Mass Detection System - A vehicle system and a method for calculating a vehicle mass is provided. In at least one embodiment, the system and the method measure current consumed by an electric machine of the vehicle to calculate vehicle mass. A controller of the vehicle uses the calculated mass to control operation of the vehicle, for example a four wheel drive, transmission, stability control, or brake system of the vehicle. A GPS and tire speed sensor system may be incorporated to detect the presence of a towed object, for example a trailer, and to further adjust operation of the vehicle. | 09-18-2014 |
20150046049 | METHOD OF OPERATING A TRANSMISSION - A method of controlling a launch clutch during an engine restart event commands a positive torque capacity before the engine reaches idle speed. Early application of the launch clutch reduces the time delay between brake pedal release and vehicle acceleration. To avoid excessive drag on the engine during the restart event, the torque capacity is adjusted using closed loop control. A controller calculates a maximum rate of change of torque capacity based on measured engine speed and an engine acceleration and does not increase the commanded torque capacity faster than the calculated rate. In some circumstances the maximum rate of change may be negative, resulting in a reduction in commanded torque capacity. | 02-12-2015 |
Michael Shelton, Raleigh, NC US
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20110088420 | Chemical State Monitor for Refrigeration System - A chemical state monitoring system for a refrigeration system that continuously monitors and detects problems within a refrigeration system. The monitoring system comprises a sampling device for collecting refrigerant in a high pressure liquid line of the refrigeration system, a purge valve in an upper portion of the sampling device; a refrigerant state sensor for sensing a condition indicative of the state of refrigerant in the collection chamber; and a controller operatively connected to the refrigerant state sensor and to the purge valve for controlling said purge valve and detecting fault conditions based on signals from the sensor. | 04-21-2011 |
Michael B. Shelton, Minneapolis, MN US
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20090125078 | SELECTING CARDIAC PACING SITES - A method for selecting a cardiac pacing site includes steps of: securing first and second electromagnetic receiver coils at first and second positions, respectively, along a heart wall; collecting a set of non-paced heart wall motion data from each of the coils secured at the corresponding positions; applying cardiac pacing stimulation at at least one first pacing site; collecting a first set of paced heart wall motion data from each of the secured coils; comparing the non-paced heart wall motion data to the first set of paced heart wall motion data; and determining, based on the comparing, whether to maintain pacing at the at least one first cardiac pacing site or to apply pacing stimulation at a second pacing site for collection of a second set of paced heart wall motion data. The at least one first pacing site may include a right ventricular site and a left ventricular site. | 05-14-2009 |
20090198298 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR USE IN SELECTING CARDIAC PACING SITES - A method and system for use in selecting a cardiac pacing site includes sensors for tracking wall motion (e.g., sensors coupled to the right and left ventricular heart wall). The wall motion of one or more non-paced cardiac cycles is compared to the wall motion of one or more paced cardiac cycles to determine the effectiveness of one or more pacing sites. For example, image data may be generated to notify the user as to the effectiveness of the one or more pacing sites. | 08-06-2009 |
Michael B. Shelton, Golden Valley, MN US
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20100198278 | COMPOSITE ANTIMICROBIAL ACCESSORY INCLUDING A MEMBRANE LAYER AND A POROUS LAYER - An antimicrobial accessory may include a membrane layer defining a major surface comprising a first lateral portion, a second lateral portion, and a third lateral portion. The membrane layer may comprise a first biodegradable polymer. The antimicrobial accessory may further include a first porous layer overlying the first lateral portion and a second porous layer overlying the second lateral portion. The first porous layer comprises a second biodegradable polymer and a first antimicrobial, while the second porous layer comprises a third biodegradable polymer and a second antimicrobial. | 08-05-2010 |
Michael Charles Shelton, Kingsport, TN US
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20090096962 | Cellulose Esters with High Hyrdoxyl Content and Their Use in Liquid Crystal Displays - The invention relates to the preparations and uses of cellulose esters with a high degree of substitution of hydroxyl groups (also called high DS | 04-16-2009 |
20090286095 | LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT CELLULOSE MIXED ESTERS AND THEIR USE AS LOW VISCOSITY BINDERS AND MODIFIERS IN COATING COMPOSITIONS - Cellulose mixed esters are disclosed having low molecular weights and low degrees of polymerization. These new cellulose mixed esters include cellulose acetate propionate and cellulose acetate butyrate. The esters exhibit solubility in a wide range of organic solvents with minimal viscosity increase, are compatible with a wide variety of resins, and are useful in coatings and inks compositions as binder resins and rheology modifiers. | 11-19-2009 |
20100152336 | BASECOAT COATING COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT CELLULOSE MIXED ESTERS - A basecoat composition is provided comprising: a) at least one film-forming polymer selected from the group consisting of acrylic polyols and polyester polyols; b) at least one rheological modifier; c) at least one solvent; d) at least one pigment; e) optionally, at least one microgel; f) optionally, at least one crosslinking agent; and g) at least one cellulose mixed ester. A wet-on-wet-on wet process is also provided. The process for coating a substrate comprises: a) applying a primer to said substrate to produce a primed substrate; b) applying a basecoat composition to said primed substrate while said primer is wet to produce a basecoated substrate; and c) applying a clearcoat composition to said basecoated substrate while said basecoat composition is wet and optionally said primer is wet to produce a coated substrate. Coated articles are also provided. | 06-17-2010 |
20110020559 | REFINISH COATING COMPOSITIONS COMPRISING LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT CELLULOSE MIXED ESTERS - A refinish coating composition is provided comprising: a) at least one refinish coating resin; b) at least one solvent; c) at least one pigment; d) optionally, at least one crosslinking agent; e) at least one cellulose mixed ester having a weight average molecular weight (M | 01-27-2011 |
20110282049 | LOW MOLECULAR WEIGHT CELLULOSE MIXED ESTERS AND THEIR USE AS LOW VISCOSITY BINDERS AND MODIFIERS IN COATING COMPOSITIONS - Cellulose mixed esters are disclosed having low molecular weights and low degrees of polymerization. These new cellulose mixed esters include cellulose acetate propionate and cellulose acetate butyrate. The esters exhibit solubility in a wide range of organic solvents with minimal viscosity increase, are compatible with a wide variety of resins, and are useful in coatings and inks compositions as binder resins and rheology modifiers. | 11-17-2011 |
Michael T. Shelton, North Charleston, SC US
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20080244800 | Elastomeric Hand and Foot Protector - The invention is a protective hand glove made of an elastomeric composition, which comprises a mitten ( | 10-09-2008 |
20080295385 | Capped Skirt for Fishing - A method of making a skirt which comprises: providing a silicone sheet having a tab and a plurality of cut strands, applying an adhesive to the first side and rolling the first side of the silicone sheet about a non-stick whipping to form a skirt insert. A cap is provided where the cap is tubular having a first open end and a closed second end, the second end has an orifice and a tubular portion having an inside surface. An adhesive is applied to the inside surface of the tubular portion. The skirt insert is then inserted into the open end of the cap to form a skirt and the non-stick whipping is inserted through the orifice of the cap. The adhesive on the skirt insert and the cap is then cured to form a skirt. After curing the non-stick whipping is removed form the skirt. | 12-04-2008 |
20090119970 | Fishing lure - A fishing lure or bait is a shaped body of a gelatinous elastomeric composition. The gelatinous elastomeric composition is made from a styrenic block copolymer and an oil mixture of a first oil and a second oil. The first oil has a viscosity and the second oil has a viscosity. The viscosity of the first oil is greater than the viscosity of the second oil. The second oil is in excess of the first oil. | 05-14-2009 |
20100221527 | Silicone fishing lure skirt with foil or holographic film and method of making the same - An elastomer fishing lure skirt comprising a silicone based elastomer substrate having a rough side wherein the substrate is separated into a plurality of filaments. The lure skirt further comprises an adhesive such as Chemlock 697, RTV adhesive, Lock Tight, or combinations thereof. The lure skirt further comprises a biaxially-oriented polyethylene terephthalate polyester film having a metalized foil, colored foil, holographic film, or combinations thereof bonded to its surface. Additionally, the lure skirt includes a means for semi-permanently binding the filaments together to form said lure skirt. | 09-02-2010 |
Michelle Shelton, Detroit, MI US
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20090149868 | SUTURE REMOVAL DEVICE - A hand-held suture removal device exhibiting a generally elongated body. First and second biasing portions extend from one end of the body and establish a gap therebetween. A blade extends from the body, typically from one of the biasing portions and in proximity to the gap defined between the biasing portions. The blade is manipulated to section a suture projecting from first and second locations of a patient's skin. A trailing edge of the suture is gripped between opposing and abutting surfaces established by the biasing portions and, upon deflecting of the device in a direction away from the patient, forcibly withdraws each of a plurality of sutures in rapid and successive fashion. | 06-11-2009 |
Phillip Shelton, Baltimore, MD US
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20100260753 | AMINOFLAVONE (NSC 686288) AND COMBINATIONS THEREOF FOR TREATING BREAST CANCER - Disclosed are methods of treating breast cancer by administering to a mammal aminoflavone, and optionally one or more additional anti-cancer agents. According to example embodiments, the methods include methods of treating cancers resistant to endocrine therapy. | 10-14-2010 |
20130177904 | ARNT ISOFORM 3 AS A PREDICTOR OF AMINOFLAVONE RESPONSIVENESS IN CANCER CELLS - The present invention is directed to methods for determining whether a selected cancer is susceptible to an activity of an arylhydrocarbon receptor agonist, such as aminoflavone, via screening the cancer for expression of isoform 3 of aryl hydrocarbon nuclear translocator. | 07-11-2013 |
Roger K. Shelton, Huntsville, AL US
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20110090399 | Data Search, Parser, and Synchronization of Video and Telemetry Data - A system is provided that can parse both telemetry data and corresponding encoded video data wherein the telemetry and video data are subsequently synchronized based upon temporal information, such as a time stamp. The telemetry data and the video data are originally unsynchronized and the data for each is acquired by a separate device. The acquiring devices may be located within or attached to an aerial vehicle. The system receives the telemetry data stream or file and the encoded video data stream or file and outputs a series of synchronized video images with telemetry data. Thus, there is telemetry information associated with each video image. The telemetry data may be acquired at a different rate than the video data. As a result, telemetry data may be interpolated or extrapolated to create telemetry data that corresponds to each video image. The present system operates in real-time, so that data acquired from aerial vehicles can be displayed on a map. | 04-21-2011 |
Sara Shelton, Lebanon, OH US
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20090287511 | METHOD OF OBTAINING PREPAYMENT OF A CONTRACT PAYMENT - A method for conducting a transaction is provided wherein a consumer prepays for a service in a traditional retail transaction to obtain a voucher that allows the customer, at a later time and date, to complete the enrollment process in order to obtain the underlying service. In general operation, a customer selects a desired service that is represented by a tangible product representation, such as a gift card or the like. That product representation is then presented to the cashier at the retail location like any other product and the customer pays the cashier for the product. The settlement value for the retail transaction is sent to the service provider and the customer uses the product representation to contact the service provider to complete the transaction for services and establish a contract or account. | 11-19-2009 |
Scott Shelton, Apex, NC US
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20090019017 | NON-EQUIJOIN METADATA - The subject mater herein relates to database management and, more particularly, to non-equijoin metadata. Various embodiments described herein provide systems, methods, software, and data structures to facilitate non-equijoins of data. Some such embodiments include a data store to hold metadata describing relationships between database tables. The relationships between database tables may include one or more non-equijoins of tables in the form of one or more table-column pairs of a first table being non-equal to one or more table-column pairs of a second table. In some embodiments, the metadata may be used by a query generator to build query statements including one or more non-equijoin. | 01-15-2009 |
20100280877 | TECHNIQUES FOR PRODUCT AFFINITY ANALYSIS - Techniques for Product Affinity Analysis are presented. A user interacts with a tool to supply user-defined criteria. The criteria are used to automatically generate code that processes against a data store to collect results that conform to conditions defined by the criteria. The results are used to automatically populate a Product Affinity Analysis chart or grid for the user to view and in some cases dynamically interact with. | 11-04-2010 |
Stephen Shelton, Sebastian, FL US
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20090204278 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING A WIRELESS-BASED COMMUNICATION LINK BETWEEN A PAIR OF LOCOMOTIVES - A system is provided for establishing a wireless-based communication link between a lead locomotive and a remote locomotive. A user on the lead locomotive is prompted to input a railroad and number identifier of the remote locomotive. A link command signal is transmitted from the lead locomotive, based on a predetermined number identifier of the lead locomotive, and the inputted railroad and number identifier. A second processor on the remote locomotive respectively compares the predetermined number identifier of the lead locomotive, the inputted railroad and number identifier of the lead locomotive, with an inputted number identifier of the lead locomotive, a predetermined railroad and a predetermined number identifier of the remote locomotive. A link reply signal, is transmitted from the remote locomotive, based on the comparison performed by the second processor, to establish the communication link. Additionally, a method is provided for establishing the wireless-based communication link. | 08-13-2009 |
Steven Bruce Shelton, Wilmington, NC US
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20090122946 | Rod assembly for nuclear reactors - A rod assembly for a fuel bundle of a nuclear reactor may include an upper end piece, lower end piece and a plurality of rod segments attached between the upper and lower end pieces and to each other so as to form an axial length of the rod assembly. The rod assembly may include an adaptor subassembly provided at given connection points for connecting adjacent rod segments or a given rod segment with one of the upper and lower end pieces. The connection points along the axial length of the rod assembly may be located where the rod assembly contacts a spacer in the fuel bundle. One (or more) of the rod segments may include an irradiation target therein for producing a desired isotope when a fuel bundle containing one (or more) rod assemblies is irradiated in a core of the reactor. | 05-14-2009 |
20100135451 | Debris Trap - A debris trap catches debris falling through a fuel bundle orifice in a nuclear reactor. The debris trap includes a shaft and a debris capture tray attached to an end of the shaft. The debris capture tray includes a tray cavity sized larger than the fuel bundle orifice. | 06-03-2010 |
20110317798 | Debris Trap - A debris trap catches debris falling through a fuel bundle orifice in a nuclear reactor. The debris trap includes a shaft and a debris capture tray attached to an end of the shaft. The debris capture tray includes a tray cavity sized larger than the fuel bundle orifice. | 12-29-2011 |
Thomas Shelton, New York, NY US
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20100010935 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CREDIT WORTHINESS SCORING AND LOAN FACILITATION - The present invention relates to methods, systems and computer readable media for generating a financial score. In an embodiment, the method for generating a financial score comprises collecting and aggregating sets of data, estimating income paths based on the collected data, determining risk associated with the income path and generating a financial score. Exemplary systems and computer readable media include program code for executing a method for generating a financial score and processing financial instruments on a network. | 01-14-2010 |
Thomas Shelton, Louisville, KY US
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20100122491 | PLANT FEEDING APPARATUS - Disclosed is a plant feeding apparatus for evenly discharging a feed solution. The plant feeding apparatus includes a feeding member having a downspout at a delivery end portion. The feeding member is capable of retaining the feed solution. Further, the plant feeding apparatus includes a tubular delivery member capable of transferring the feed solution therethrough. The tubular delivery member includes a first end section removably configured to the downspout of the feeding member, and a second tapered end section distal to the first end section. The second tapered end section is capable of penetrating into soil holding a plant. Further, the tubular delivery member includes a plurality of apertures configured proximal to the second tapered end section. The plurality of apertures is capable of evenly discharging the feed solution into the soil. | 05-20-2010 |
20110239534 | PLANT FEEDING APPARATUS - Disclosed is a plant feeding apparatus for evenly discharging a feed solution. The plant feeding apparatus includes a feeding member having a downspout at a delivery end portion. The feeding member is capable of retaining the feed solution. Further, the plant feeding apparatus includes a tubular delivery member capable of transferring the feed solution therethrough the tubular delivery member includes a first end section removably configured to the downspout of the feeding member, and a second tapered end section is capable of penetrating into soil holding a plant. Further, the tubular delivery member includes a plurality of apertures configured proximal to the second tapered end section. The plurality of apertures is capable of evenly discharging the feed solution into the soil. | 10-06-2011 |
Thomas H. Shelton, Roanoke, VA US
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20080236389 | Impregnated Monoliths - The present invention relates to adsorbent honeycomb monoliths and other porous monoliths impregnated with alkaline and/or caustic salts of alkaline metal or alkaline earth metal. The impregnated monoliths have high adsorption capacity and low flow resistance, yet with minimized flammability, suitable for use in removal of acidic, malodorous and/or harmful gases. | 10-02-2008 |
Thomas J. Shelton, Wayne, MI US
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20100140865 | DOCUMENT PROCESSING SYSTEM WITH MECHANISM FOR DETECTING STAPLES, PAPER CLIPS, AND LIKE FOREIGN ITEMS - A document processing system includes a document track composed of a pair of opposing rigid track walls. The documents are moved along the document track in a series to allow operations to be performed on the documents. An apparatus for detecting a document with an attachment includes a strike plate formed by a separate section of a wall of the document track. A magnet is arranged to attract material toward the strike plate. An accelerometer is mounted to the strike plate. The accelerometer detects an impact of an attachment to the strike plate when a document with an attachment passes the strike plate. | 06-10-2010 |
Thomas J. Shelton, Canton, MI US
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20100038848 | POCKET SELECTOR GATE WITH SELF LOCKING GEOMETRY - An automated document processing apparatus comprising a detector; a plurality of pockets; and a pocket selector gate assembly which causes a document being processed by the apparatus to be routed to one of the plurality of pockets based on information read from the document by the detector, the route of the document being determined by the position of a pocket selector gate, the pocket selector gate position being controlled by a motor which is mechanically coupled to the pocket selector gate, the mechanical coupling being such that, when the pocket selector gate is in a first position, the pocket selector gate is locked in place even after the motor has been deenergized. The mechanical coupling may be achieved by way of a link arm and pin, the pin mating with the link arm and engaging a mating slot of the pocket selector gate. | 02-18-2010 |
Tim Shelton, North Bend, WA US
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20100036252 | ULTRASOUND SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MEASURING BLADDER WALL THICKNESS AND MASS - An ultrasound transceiver scans an organ and processes the echogenic signals to produce three-dimensional, two-dimensional, and one-dimensional information of the organ. The 3-D, 2-D, and 1-D information is utilized to determine the thickness, surface area, volume, and mass of the organ wall. | 02-11-2010 |
20120071152 | NO-COST MOBILE DEVICE MESSAGING, SUCH AS FOR PROVISIONING AN APPLICATION ON A MOBILE DEVICE - An application stored in a mobile device is provisioned using provisioning data received from remote data storage via a network. Provisioning data is obtained at no cost to a user of the mobile device. In some implementations, the provisioning data is received after the mobile device requests to establish a data channel with a data network. The data network is identified using a predetermined identifier that the network recognizes. If the network does not recognize the special identifier, no data channel is established. After a data channel is established, the mobile device requests provisioning data from the remote data storage. In some implementations, the mobile device receives a provisioning message through a predetermined port. The provisioning message either includes provisioning data or prompts the mobile device to obtain provisioning data. | 03-22-2012 |
Todd R. Shelton, Dupont, WA US
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20080238583 | DISCRETE COMPONENT ELECTROMAGNETIC COUPLER - In some embodiments a discrete component electromagnetic coupler includes an input and an output, wherein a signal to be observed passes through the coupler via the input and the output, a coupler to transfer energy through electromagnetic effects to a second output, and a termination point to ground through a resistance. Other embodiments are described and claimed. | 10-02-2008 |
Vergenia Chantel Shelton, Huntsville, AL US
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20100327507 | CLAMP FOR SINGLE-HANDED OPERATION - A clamp has an open state for inserting an object from a front end and a closed state for holding the inserted object relative to a back end. The clamp includes a frame as well as a first arm and a second arm that is positioned within the frame. At least one of the first or second arms is pivotable relative to the other along a range of motion that traverses an open position corresponding to the open state of the clamp and a closed position corresponding to the closed state of the clamp. In one embodiment, at least one of the first and second arms are shaped to position the object between a front end and a back end when the clamp is in the closed state such that a pressure exerted by insertion of the object to the backend causes the front end to move along the range of motion to the closed position. A locking mechanism locks the clamp to the closed state when the front end reaches the closed position and unlocks the clamp to the open state by allowing the front end to move along the range of motion to reach the open position. | 12-30-2010 |
Wayne Shelton, Springfield, MO US
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20110275903 | Surgical Eye Drape And Method Of Use Thereof - A surgical eye drape with a first and second drape sections, each drape section having a wing extending from each edge with a flap for forming a pouch disposed between the wings. The drape sections are disposed above and below an eye with the wings position on opposing sides of the eye and the pouches disposed across the upper and lower eyelids of the eye. The pouches are positioned under the eyelids and the blades of a speculum inserted into the pouches when actuated wrap the drape material around the eyelids which prevents contamination of the eye from bacteria washed from the eyelids during surgical procedures. | 11-10-2011 |
William Shelton, Lithonia, GA US
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20090076215 | Polypropylene grids manufactured with a beta nucleation additive, the method of manufacture and uses thereof - Integral polymer grids, such as geogrids, are made by stretching and orienting a polypropylene starting sheet material having a defined pattern of holes or depressions in which the polypropylene is at least 50%, and preferably up to about 80%, beta crystals caused by adding a beta nucleating agent to the polypropylene, preferably in concentrations between about 10 ppm to about 100 ppm. Such beta nucleated polypropylene grids exhibit increased yield and break tensile strengths, increased 2% and 5% tensile strengths, increased modulus characteristics, increased torsional stiffness, increased impact strength, and increased grid junction strength. Methods for manufacturing the beta nucleated polypropylene mesh grids are disclosed, along with applications for stabilizing particulate material in civil engineering structures, and the like. | 03-19-2009 |
20110251366 | Polypropylene grids manufactured with a beta nucleation additive, the method of manufacture and uses thereof - Integral polymer grids, such as geogrids, are made by stretching and orienting a polypropylene starting sheet material having a defined pattern of holes or depressions in which the polypropylene is at least 50%, and preferably up to about 80%, beta crystals caused by adding a beta nucleating agent to the polypropylene, preferably in concentrations between about 10 ppm to about 100 ppm. Such beta nucleated polypropylene grids exhibit increased yield and break tensile strengths, increased 2% and 5% tensile strengths, increased modulus characteristics, increased torsional stiffness, increased impact strength, and increased grid junction strength. Methods for manufacturing the beta nucleated polypropylene mesh grids are disclosed, along with applications for stabilizing particulate material in civil engineering structures, and the like. | 10-13-2011 |
20120094065 | LIGHTWEIGHT POLYPROPYLENE NETS MANUFACTURED WITH A BETA NUCLEATION ADDITIVE, THE METHOD OF MANUFACTURING AND USES THEREOF - Integral polypropylene oriented nets are made by stretching and orienting a polypropylene starting sheet material having a defined pattern of holes or depressions in which the polypropylene is at least 20%, and preferably up to about 80%, beta crystals caused by adding a beta nucleating agent to the polypropylene, preferably in concentrations between about | 04-19-2012 |
20130137843 | POLYPROPYLENE GRIDS MANUFACTURED WITH A BETA NUCLEATION ADDITIVE, THE METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USES THEREOF - Integral polymer grids, such as geogrids, are made by stretching and orienting a polypropylene starting sheet material having a defined pattern of holes or depressions in which the polypropylene is at least 50%, and preferably up to about 80%, beta crystals caused by adding a beta nucleating agent to the polypropylene, preferably in concentrations between about 10 ppm to about 100 ppm. Such beta nucleated polypropylene grids exhibit increased yield and break tensile strengths, increased 2% and 5% tensile strengths, increased modulus characteristics, increased torsional stiffness, increased impact strength, and increased grid junction strength. Methods for manufacturing the beta nucleated polypropylene mesh grids are disclosed, along with applications for stabilizing particulate material in civil engineering structures, and the like. | 05-30-2013 |
William Stanley Shelton, Lithonia, GA US
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20100254771 | INTEGRAL POLYETHLENE TEREPHTHALATE GRIDS, THE METHOD OF MANUFACTURE, AND USES THEREOF - An integral polymer grid with a plurality of interconnected, oriented polyethylene terephthalate strands and an array of openings therein is made from a polyethylene terephthalate sheet-like starting material having holes or depressions therein that form the openings when the sheet-like material is uniaxially or biaxially stretched. The grid has a higher tensile strength to weight ratio and a higher creep reduced strength to weight ratio than corresponding ratios associated with a grid made from a non-polyethylene terephthalate starting material. | 10-07-2010 |
Winston L. Shelton, Louisville, KY US
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20100043650 | Cooking tray and apparatus for securing cooking tray - The present invention relates to an apparatus facilitating the cooking of multiple products simultaneously. More particularly, the present invention relates to cooking tray and cooking rack for securing the cooking tray. The cooking tray of the present invention comprises a downward extending member, a planar surface, convex rounded edges, lateral straight edges, convex upward extending surfaces, lateral upward extending surfaces, a transition area, and circulation vents. The cooking tray is inserted into a cooking rack along support bars or a platform and is secured using a downward extending member that is obstructed by a wire or the edge of the platform, deterring the cooking tray from falling or shifting during use. The cooking tray is removable from the cooking rack by lifting the cooking tray up the height of the downward extending member. The cooking tray is made of either a punched aluminum or wire, with circulation vents such that the products being cooked may be cooked evenly. | 02-25-2010 |
Zachary R. Shelton, Elizabeth, CO US
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20100307378 | CARBAMATE-METHACRYLATE MONOMERS AND THEIR USE IN DENTAL APPLICATIONS - The present invention relates, generally, to monomers containing carbamate-methacrylates or derivatives of carbamate-methacrylates, processes for making the monomers, and compositions comprising the monomers. The present invention also relates to methods of using the monomers, such as in dental applications, and in particular, dental restorative resins. | 12-09-2010 |