Mckenzie, US
Alexis Mckenzie, Mt. Airy, MD US
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20140259289 | TIARA WITH INTERCHANGEABLE DISPLAY ELEMENTS - The invention relates to a head covering such as a tiara having a display element attached thereon which may be easily interchanged by the user to increase the versatility of the head covering and allow the user to switch in display elements having varying shapes and sizes. The head coverings may be used by adults at sporting events and/or by children playing dress-up, for example. | 09-18-2014 |
Brett A. Mckenzie, Haverhill, MA US
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20140114330 | FLEXIBLE ANCHOR DELIVERY SYSTEM - An assembly includes a flexible fixation member, a suture, and a delivery device. The flexible fixation member includes a body with two terminal ends. A suture passes through the flexible fixation member at various points along a length of the body such that portions of the fixation member are slidable relative to the suture and configurable to form a cluster within a surgical site. The delivery device includes a tubular member, an elongated inserter, and a trigger. The elongated inserter is slidably disposed within the tubular member. The inserter has a forked distal end configured to receive a portion of the flexible fixation member and the suture. The trigger is finger-engagable and fixedly coupled to the proximal end of the inserter. It is configured to advance and retract the inserter relative to the tubular member. The trigger includes a retention member for retaining a proximal end portion of the suture. | 04-24-2014 |
Cherine Mckenzie, Hugo, MN US
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20110217508 | ANIMAL SCRATCHER - This document discloses, among other things, a method and device for protecting property and reducing injury to livestock. A substrate includes a plurality of raised features and is configured for affixation to a fence, barn, or other structure. | 09-08-2011 |
Chistopher Mckenzie, Lancaster, OH US
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20100156653 | ASSESSMENT DEVICE - An assessment device is provided which allows for measurement of a position of interest, e.g., a body part, while a subject is in a functional position, such as may be required for the demands of an activity of interest without also requiring a lengthy setup time, tethered connection to other equipment external to the subject or tedious manual measurements. Moreover, an indicator such as an alarm or other output may be provided for receiving immediate, real time feedback, such as when a functional activity falls outside a tolerance or threshold. | 06-24-2010 |
Chris Mckenzie, Lancaster, OH US
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20140103075 | PROCESS AND DEVICE FOR DELIVERY OF FLUID BY CHEMICAL REACTION - Processes and devices for delivering a fluid by chemical reaction are disclosed. A chemical reaction is initiated in a reaction chamber to produce a gas, and the gas acts upon a piston to deliver the fluid. Preferred devices typically include an upper chamber, a lower chamber, a fluid chamber, a piston between the lower chamber and the fluid chamber, and a barrier between the upper chamber and the lower chamber. When the barrier is broken, reagents in the upper chamber and the lower chamber are mixed together to generate the gas. | 04-17-2014 |
Chris Mckenzie, Brooklyn, NY US
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20140101592 | Grouping of Cards by Time Periods and Content Types - Methods, apparatus, and computer-readable media are described herein related to a user interface (UI) for a computing device, such as head-mountable device (HMD). The UI allows a user of the HMD to navigate through a timeline of ordered screens or cards shown on the graphic display of the HMD. The cards on the timeline may be chronologically ordered based on times associated with each card. Numerous cards may be added to the timeline such that a user may scroll through the timeline to search for a specific card. The HMD may be configured to group cards on the timeline. The cards may be grouped by multiple time periods and by various content types within each respective time period. The cards may also be grouped based on durations between the present/on-going time period and each respective time period. | 04-10-2014 |
20140101608 | User Interfaces for Head-Mountable Devices - Methods, apparatus, and computer-readable media are described herein related to a user interface (UI) for a head-mountable device (HMD). A computing device, such as an HMD, can display at least a portion of a first linear arrangement of cards. The first linear arrangement can include an ordered plurality of cards that can include an actionable card and a bundle card that can correspond to a group of cards. A moveable selection region can be displayed. A given card can be selected by aligning the selection region with the given card. After selection of a bundle card, the computing device can display a second linear arrangement of cards that includes a portion of the corresponding group of cards. After selection of an actionable card, the computing device can display a third linear arrangement of cards that includes action card(s) selectable to perform action(s) based on the actionable card. | 04-10-2014 |
Christopher P. Mckenzie, Lancaster, OH US
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20140296782 | INJECTION DEVICES WITH ERGONOMIC ENHANCEMENTS - Injection devices with ergonomic enhancements are disclosed. Generally, the injection devices include large oversized grips, including flanges at the base end of the device for enhanced stability. Push-type and squeeze-type devices are described, as well as manual injectors and auto-injectors. Such injection devices are useful for delivering a fluid (e.g. medication) to a patient. | 10-02-2014 |
20150088089 | RECONSTITUTION DEVICE - An apparatus ( | 03-26-2015 |
Christopher W. Mckenzie, Toledo, OH US
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20120006616 | FITTING SYSTEM FOR A HYDRAULIC TUNING CABLE - A tuning tube that can be easily changed out without destroying the hydraulic hose assembly in which it is located where the tuning tube is retained on the sleeve section of a secondary fitting and the secondary fitting has a collar section that is held in a receiving bore formed in an inlet cavity. The connector is connected at an inlet end to a hydraulic system component such as a pump and is connected at an outlet end to a hydraulic hose. The tuning tube extends into the hydraulic hose from the secondary fitting and the connector. | 01-12-2012 |
Clifford F. Mckenzie, Eagle Springs, NC US
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20130062134 | TERRAIN TRAVERSING DEVICE HAVING A WHEEL WITH MICROHOOKS - A terrain traversing device includes an annular rotor element with a plurality of co-planar microspine hooks arranged on the periphery of the annular rotor element. Each microspine hook has an independently flexible suspension configuration that permits the microspine hook to initially engage an irregularity in a terrain surface at a preset initial engagement angle and subsequently engage the irregularity with a continuously varying engagement angle when the annular rotor element is rotated for urging the terrain traversing device to traverse a terrain surface. | 03-14-2013 |
Craig Mckenzie, Methuen, MA US
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20140266563 | MEDIUM VOLTAGE CONTROLLABLE FUSE - A medium voltage controllable fuse that provides fast activation in response to both low current and high current faults, and at load currents in response to an external condition detected by an external sensing device. The controllable fuse includes a high-current fault interrupting section, a low-current fault interrupting section, and a trigger element responsive to a fuse controller. | 09-18-2014 |
Crisen Mckenzie, West Hartford, CT US
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20130255269 | COMBUSTOR HAVING A BEVELED GROMMET - A combustor includes a shell that at least partially defines a combustion chamber and a grommet mounted in the shell. The grommet has a body that defines a passage through the grommet that is operable to communicate air from outside the combustion chamber into the combustion chamber. The body carries a first surface, an opposite, second surface and a third surface that defines the passage and joins the first surface and the second surface. The third surface includes a bevel surface with respect to at least one of the first surface and the second surface. | 10-03-2013 |
Darrell T. Mckenzie, Gastonia, NC US
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20090101563 | Filter Container, Assembly and Method for Manufacturing the Same - A filter assembly is disclosed. The filter assembly includes a filter including a filter media, and an end cap; a filter container including an open end, and a wall portion defining a cavity that is adapted to receive the filter, wherein the wall portion includes an inner surface defining the cavity; and a close-out member removably secured to the filter container proximate the open end, wherein the close-out member includes a circumferential wall, an end wall, an inner surface, and an outer surface, wherein the inner surface of the close-out member includes one or more filter-retaining elements that engages the end cap, wherein the one or more filter retaining elements are located proximate one or more of the circumferential wall and the end wall, wherein the one or more filter retaining elements include a radial portion extending radially inwardly from an inner circumferential surface of the circumferential wall, and an axial portion extending axially away from an inner end wall surface of the end wall. | 04-23-2009 |
20090250390 | Filter - A filter is disclosed. The filter comprises a canister, filter media disposed within the canister, the filter media having a first axial end, a second axial end and circumscribing a central axis and an end cap having an inner radial surface disposed adjacent the first axial end of the filter media, the end cap defining a centralized axial passage therethrough having a sidewall surrounding said passage that extends to a valve actuation portion that is axially offset from the inner radial surface of the end cap, wherein the actuation portion includes at least one cross member that extends from a position on the sidewall across the centralized axial passage, the cross member having a first radial surface closer to the inner radial surface of the end cap than a second radial surface, and wherein the first radial surface of the at least one cross member is substantially planar. | 10-08-2009 |
20110303604 | Spin-On Filter Assembly - A filter assembly that includes a filter body defining a mouth, a filter element disposed in the filter body, and a seal disposed on the mouth. The seal has a seal body defining a center axis. The seal body has an axial surface perpendicular to the center axis and an outer annular surface revolved about the center axis. A portion of the outer annular surface defines at least one of an arcuate and a substantially frustoconical shape. | 12-15-2011 |
20150041387 | Spin-on Filter Assembly - A filter assembly that includes a filter body defining a mouth, a filter element disposed in the filter body, and a seal disposed on the mouth. The seal has a seal body defining a center axis. The seal body has an axial surface perpendicular to the center axis and an outer annular surface revolved about the center axis. A portion of the outer annular surface defines at least one of an arcuate and a substantially frustoconical shape. | 02-12-2015 |
David Mckenzie, Mount Pleasant, PA US
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20130055958 | Pet nursing jacket - The present invention is a pet nursing jacket that allows a pet owner to feed puppies, kittens or other baby animals. The pet nursing jacket includes a base jacket that is placed on a feeding animal, a plurality of hook and loop fasteners that are disposed on the base jacket to open and close the base jacket to allow the base jacket to be placed around and removably secured to the feeding animal, a thermostat disposed on the base jacket that indicates a temperature of the feeding animal and a fur coating disposed on the exterior surface of the base jacket. The jacket also includes a baby bag that holds liquid food that includes a plurality of nipples, a fluid gauge that indicates a quantity of the liquid food stored in the baby bag and a heart beat device that generates a simulated heart beat. | 03-07-2013 |
David West Mckenzie, Kansas City, MO US
Derek Mckenzie, Franklin Park, IL US
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20110302203 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING SEARCHES INCLUDING A "WITH" SEARCH PARAMETER - A system and method for performing searches may include storing data available for searching. In response to receiving a search request includes a “what” search parameter and a “with” search parameter from a user, the data using the “what” and “with” search parameters may be searched, and search results may be generated. The search results may be returned to a user who submitted the search request. | 12-08-2011 |
Edwin Eugene Mckenzie, Seattle, WA US
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20140196761 | Solar tracker and related methods, devices, and systems - Aspects of the disclosure are directed to a solar tracker assembly. In one embodiment, the assembly includes a base having a track, a centrally-positioned base member, a motor operably coupled to the base member, and a plurality of arms extending from the base member towards the track, with the track including a plurality of arcuate members that are assembled to form the track. A rotatable frame is coupled to the arms and has one or more towers and an actuator positioned on the one or more towers. A pivoting frame is coupled to the one or more towers, with the pivoting frame configured to carry a solar panel array. In operation, the motor can rotate the base member and arms around a Z-axis to position the rotatable frame at azimuth and the actuator can move the pivoting frame around an X-Y axis to position the pivoting frame at zenith. | 07-17-2014 |
Eric Earl Mckenzie, Malden, MA US
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20110243411 | System, method, and product for scanning of biological materials - An embodiment of a scanning system is described including optical elements that direct an excitation beam at a probe array, detectors that receive reflected intensity data responsive to the excitation beam, where the reflected intensity data is responsive to a focusing distance between an optical element and the probe array, a transport frame that adjusts the focusing distance in a direction with respect to the probe array, an auto-focuser that determines a best plane of focus based upon characteristics of the reflected intensity data of at least two focusing distances where the detectors further receive pixel intensity values based upon detected emissions from a plurality of probe features disposed on the probe array at the best plane of focus, and an image generator that associates each of the pixel intensity values with at least one image pixel position of a probe array based upon one or more position correction values. | 10-06-2011 |
20120235016 | System, Method, and Product for Scanning of Biological Materials - An embodiment of a scanning system is described including optical elements that direct an excitation beam at a probe array, detectors that receive reflected intensity data responsive to the excitation beam, where the reflected intensity data is responsive to a focusing distance between an optical element and the probe array, a transport frame that adjusts the focusing distance in a direction with respect to the probe array, an auto-focuser that determines a best plane of focus based upon characteristics of the reflected intensity data of at least two focusing distances where the detectors further receive pixel intensity values based upon detected emissions from a plurality of probe features disposed on the probe array at the best plane of focus, and an image generator that associates each of the pixel intensity values with at least one image pixel position of a probe array based upon one or more position correction values. | 09-20-2012 |
Eric Earl Mckenzie, Dunstable, MA US
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20100142850 | System, method, and product for scanning of biological materials - An embodiment of a scanning system is described including optical elements that direct an excitation beam at a probe array, detectors that receive reflected intensity data responsive to the excitation beam, where the reflected intensity data is responsive to a focusing distance between an optical element and the probe array, a transport frame that adjusts the focusing distance in a direction with respect to the probe array, an auto-focuser that determines a best plane of focus based upon characteristics of the reflected intensity data of at least two focusing distances where the detectors further receive pixel intensity values based upon detected emissions from a plurality of probe features disposed on the probe array at the best plane of focus, and an image generator that associates each of the pixel intensity values with at least one image pixel position of a probe array based upon one or more position correction values. | 06-10-2010 |
Erin Mckenzie, Shawnee, KS US
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20120094028 | GEOPOLYMER AND EPOXY SIMULTANEOUS INTERPENETRATING POLYMER NETWORK COMPOSITION, AND METHODS FOR THE SAME - A simultaneous interpenetrating polymer network—geopolymer epoxy composition includes a first component comprised of a waterborne epoxy curing agent, an aluminosilicate source, and an amorphous silica, and a second component comprised of an epoxy resin and an alkaline silicate solution. The two components are mixed to produce a SIN-GE composition that cures at ambient temperatures. The SIN-GE composition may be a low-viscosity, sprayable composition, or may be a higher-viscosity composition. The compositions may be used as coatings, adhesives, mortars, casting materials, and the like. | 04-19-2012 |
20140005302 | GEOPOLYMER AND EPOXY SIMULTANEOUS INTERPENETRATING POLYMER NETWORK COMPOSITION, AND METHODS FOR THE SAME | 01-02-2014 |
Faith Juliet Mckenzie, Washington, IL US
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20080302174 | Method and apparatus for testing a gear-driven fuel pump on a fuel injected IC engine - Methods and apparatus are provided for testing a fuel pump in a fuel supply system on a IC fuel injected engine, the pump having a pumping element for supplying fuel injectors via a fuel rail. The method includes providing a pump element pumping event; disabling overlapping injectors during a test-period that includes the pumping event; measuring pressure in the rail at at least two engine crank angles surrounding the pumping event during the test period; and determining a fuel delivery rate value for the pump based on the measured rail pressures. Methods and apparatus also are provided for determining quantitative leakage rate in the fuel supply system of a fuel injected IC engine, the fuel system including a fuel pump with one or more pumping elements supplying injectors via a fuel rail. The method includes establishing steady state engine operating conditions with fuel rail pressure at a predetermined value; disabling all overlapping injectors and all pumping events during a test period; measuring rail pressure at preselected first and second crank angles during the test period, the first crank angle being advanced relative to the second crank angle; and calculating the leakage rate based on a pressure drop determined from the measured rail pressure at the first crank angle and the measured rail pressure at the second crank angle. | 12-11-2008 |
Fitz Mckenzie, Orlando, FL US
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20140023995 | WIRELESS IMMERSIVE SIMULATION SYSTEM - Computer-based systems provide a wireless, high fidelity, real-time video and audio immersive environment for multiple users. A user may be equipped with a head mounted display device which wirelessly receives real-time video signals transmitted by a radio transceiver linked to a computer that generates the real-time video images. Aspects include body, arm and leg motion and orientation sensors in wireless communication with a radio transceiver linked with a computer. Video images may be generated using a portable array of user dedicated computers controlled by a single computer that is controlled by an operator. | 01-23-2014 |
Frederic Mckenzie, Virginia Beach, VA US
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20110184411 | SURGICAL TOOL FOR PECTUS BAR EXTRACTION - A pectus bar extraction tool for removing a pectus bar having posterior and anterior sides includes a handle, an engagement member fixed to and extending from the handle for extending from the anterior to the posterior sides of the pectus bar to engage the posterior side of the pectus bar, and a lever arm fixed to and extending from the handle opposite to the engagement member for engaging the pectus bar on the anterior side of the pectus bar. A system and method for removing a pectus bar are also disclosed. | 07-28-2011 |
Frederic D. Mckenzie, Norfolk, VA US
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20090305212 | System, method and medium for simulating normal and abnormal medical conditions - The present invention provides a system, method and medium for simulating medical conditions to facilitate medical training, that utilizes a roaming device configured to be mobile; a positioning device configured to determine location information of the roaming device; and a computing device configured to receive the location information, compare the location information with a predetermined set of regions, and transmit information indicative of a medical condition when the location information coincides with the predetermined set of regions. | 12-10-2009 |
20120178069 | Surgical Procedure Planning and Training Tool - Computer systems and methods are provided for training surgeons to perform the Nuss procedure, a surgery for correcting pectus excavatum (PE), and for planning such procedures. PE is a congenital chest wall deformity, and the Nuss procedure is a minimally invasive surgery that involves implantation of a corrective bar. A surgical trainer and planner may be based on one or more of the biomechanical properties of the PE ribcage, deformable models, and visualization techniques. | 07-12-2012 |
Frederic D. Mckenzie, Virginia Beach, VA US
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20130211404 | SURGICAL TOOL FOR PECTUS BAR EXTRACTION - A system for correcting pectus excavatum includes a pectus bar having an elongated main body portion with posterior and anterior sides and opposing ends, and a lateral cross section. A pectus bar extraction tool has a handle, the handle having a head at an end of the handle. The head has an elongated slot for receiving the pectus bar. The slot is dimensioned to receive the lateral cross section of pectus bar such that the pectus bar can be positioned in the slot and the handle manipulated to impart a force on the pectus bar. A pectus bar extraction tool and a method for removing a pectus bar are also disclosed. | 08-15-2013 |
Gregory John Mckenzie, Arlington, MA US
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20130122549 | RECOMBINANT PHAGE AND METHODS - This disclosure provided methods of cloning a phage genome. Also provided are methods of making a recombinant phage genome. In some embodiments the phage genome is engineered to comprise a heterologous nucleic acid sequence, for example a sequence comprising an open reading frame. In some embodiments the phage genome is cloned in a yeast artificial chromosome. Recombinant phage genomes and recombinant phage are also provided. In some embodiments the methods are high throughput methods such as methods of making a plurality of recombinant phage genomes or recombinant phage. Collections of recombinant phage genomes and recombinant phage are also provided. | 05-16-2013 |
Ian D. Mckenzie, Kalamazoo, MI US
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20100204879 | TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE - An exemplary transmission system includes a plurality of sensors each configured to output a signal at least partially representative of a speed of at least one of a first transmission input shaft, a second transmission input shaft, a transmission output shaft, and an engine. A transmission control module is in communication with the plurality of sensors and is configured to identify at least one of the plurality of sensors as a failed sensor and another of the plurality of sensors as a working sensor. The transmission control module is further configured to estimate the signal of the failed sensor based on a predetermined relationship between an expected signal from the failed sensor and the signal received from the working sensor. | 08-12-2010 |
20110035121 | SHIFT RAIL TRANSMISSION POSITION SENSING - Receiving sensor data related to position of a gear in a transmission, the sensor data including data from a first sensor and data from a second sensor; determining a first indicated position of the gear from the data from the first sensor; determining a second indicated position of the gear from the data from the second sensor; comparing the first indicated position to the second indicated position; and determining based on the comparison a gear engagement status of the gear. | 02-10-2011 |
20110035123 | SHIFT RAIL TRANSMISSION POSITION SENSING WITH TOLERANCE FOR SENSOR LOSS - A number N of position sensors, each associated with one of N shift rails in a shift rail transmission system, wherein the set of N sensors is divided into subsets and each subset is provided a common reference from a control module; and a processing component that determines from data from each sensor whether the shift rail associated with that sensor is in a position of engagement of a first gear, a position of engagement of a second gear, or in a neutral position. | 02-10-2011 |
Ian Daniel Mckenzie, Kalamazoo, MI US
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20090105041 | Method for controlling a vehicle powertrain having step ratio gearing and a continuously variable transmission to achieve optimum engine fuel economy - A method is disclosed for controlling overall transmission ratios in a vehicle powertrain with an engine, fixed multiple-ratio gearing and infinitely variable ratio components. For a given vehicle speed and for a given vehicle traction wheel horsepower, the fixed multiple-ratio gearing and the infinitely variable ratio components are controlled to operate with an overall ratio that will permit the engine to operate with optimum efficiency. | 04-23-2009 |
20130345941 | SHIFT RAIL TRANSMISSION POSITION SENSING - Receiving sensor data related to position of a gear in a transmission, the sensor data including data from a first sensor and data from a second sensor; determining a first indicated position of the gear from the data from the first sensor; determining a second indicated position of the gear from the data from the second sensor; comparing the first indicated position to the second indicated position; and determining based on the comparison a gear engagement status of the gear. | 12-26-2013 |
Jack R. Mckenzie, Clarkston, MI US
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20100244546 | AXLE SHAFT ASSEMBLY - An axle shaft is fabricated from two separate pieces. The axle shaft is comprised of an axle shaft body having a forged initial flange portion formed at one end. An axle shaft flange, fabricated by stamping or casting for example, is secured to the forged initial flange portion at a weld interface to form a finished axle shaft. | 09-30-2010 |
Jacobus Mckenzie, Falls Church, VA US
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20110181721 | OPTICAL PATH PROTECTION DEVICE AND METHOD FOR A RAILROAD TRACK INSPECTION SYSTEM - A railroad track inspection system and method for facilitating inspection of a rail component while traveling on the railroad track. The railroad track inspection system includes an optical path protection device for a protective window for optical sensors of an optical inspection system when it becomes contaminated with dirt, dust, mud, grease, and other contaminants that block or obscure an optical path of the sensors. The optical path protection device eliminates the need for a human operator to perform the periodic cleaning of the protective window by using a clear film with an automated advancement mechanism for providing clean film, as needed, for keeping the optical path of the optical sensors unobstructed and clear. | 07-28-2011 |
Janice L. Mckenzie, West Lafayette, IN US
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20110262501 | Osteoblast Stimulating Orthopedic Implant - Nanomaterials for neural and orthopedic prostheses are disclosed. Composite carbon nanofibers enhance neuronal growth and minimize glial scar tissue formation. Methods and compositions to promote neuronal growth and minimize scar tissue formation during prolonged monitoring and treatment of neural tissue are disclosed. Composite polyurethane carbon nanofiber is a suitable material for neural implant. Composite carbon nanomaterials decrease adhesion of astrocytes and fibroblasts | 10-27-2011 |
Jeffrey J. Mckenzie, Watertown, MN US
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20100276033 | IDENTIFICATION TAG FOR FLUID CONTAINMENT DRUM - A fluid containment and dispensing system having a RHD tag associated therewith. The fluid containment and dispensing system includes a fluid containment drum having an opening defined thereon. The fluid containment and dispensing system further includes a dispensing mechanism operably coupleable with the opening, the dispensing mechanism configured to dispense the contents of the fluid containment drum. An identification tag is coupleable with the dispensing mechanism and includes a first laminate, a second laminate laminated to the first laminate, and a RFID member disposed between the first and second laminates, wherein the RFID member includes information associated with a fluid containment and dispensing system. | 11-04-2010 |
Jimmy B. Mckenzie, Clinton, NC US
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20090026208 | Easy access refuse container - A refuse container comprising a lower member having lower side walls, upper wall sections, a hinge for pivotally mounting the upper wall sections one to the other such that the upper wall sections may be opened and closed, at least one section fastener for securing the upper wall sections together in a closed position, and a wall securing device that provides support for coupling the upper wall sections to the lower side walls. The present invention allows both of the upper walls sections to be releasably attached to the lower side walls using a combination of annular protrusions and recesses, and at least one section fastener that couples the upper wall sections to each other, thereby allowing easy access to the contents of the container such that a trash liner may be easily removed and the refuse container may be easily cleaned. | 01-29-2009 |
John Mckenzie, Jacksonville, FL US
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20130042151 | Integrated Testing Measurement and Management - Systems, methods, apparatuses, and computer readable media for testing information technology systems and/or applications are provided. In some examples, data may be categorized as frequently used and stored at an information technology system testing system. One or more portions of the frequently used data may then be identified for use in testing an information technology system. The systems, methods, and the like may further include building a testing environment and receiving a test script. In some examples, one or more data types may be identified for use in testing the information technology system based on various project criteria, the received test script, and the like. In some examples, additional data types and data associated therewith may be identified as associated with the one or more identified data types based on a predefined relationship. This additional data may then be automatically included in the testing of the information technology system. | 02-14-2013 |
Julie Mckenzie, Lynchburg, VA US
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20130167313 | WHITEBOARD ERASER - A whiteboard eraser including a cleaning head, a handle attached to the cleaning head, a soft pad attached to the cleaning head, and a fabric holder configured to attach a fabric to the cleaning head. | 07-04-2013 |
Katherine Mckenzie, Seattle, WA US
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20100081216 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR RAPID PARALLEL MICROFLUIDIC MOLECULAR AFFINITY ASSAYS - Disclosed are methods and devices for rapid parallel molecular affinity assays performed in a microfluidic environment. The invention exploits hydrodynamic addressing to provide simultaneous performance of multiple assays in parallel using a minimal sample volume flowing through a single channel. | 04-01-2010 |
20120171698 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR RAPID PARALLEL MICROFLUIDIC MOLECULAR AFFINITY ASSAYS - Disclosed are methods and devices for rapid parallel molecular affinity assays performed in a microfluidic environment. The invention exploits hydrodynamic addressing to provide simultaneous performance of multiple assays in parallel using a minimal sample volume flowing through a single channel. | 07-05-2012 |
Kevin D. Mckenzie, Poughkeepsie, NY US
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20110246994 | SCHEDULING HETEROGENEOUS PARTITIONED RESOURCES WITH SHARING CONSTRAINTS - A system and method that provides an automated solution to obtaining quality scheduling for users of computing resources. The system, implemented in an enterprise software test center, collects information from test-shop personnel about test machine features and availability, test jobs, and tester preferences and constraints. The system reformulates this testing information as a system of constraints. An optimizing scheduling engine computes efficient schedules whereby all the jobs are feasibly scheduled while satisfying the users' time preferences to the greatest extent possible. The method and system achieves fairness: if all preferences can not be meet, it is attempted to evenly distribute violations of preferences across the users. The test scheduling is generated according to a first application of a greedy algorithm that finds an initial feasible assignment of jobs. The second is a local search algorithm that improves the initial greedy solution. | 10-06-2011 |
20130036061 | PRODUCT RECALL INFORMATION MANAGEMENT - An approach to providing relevant product safety information. Product recall information is aggregated from Internet sources into a database of product recall information. Product identification is gathered from products in the consumer's possession. The product identification may be gathered by having a computing device communicate with the products and store the product information in a data structure such as a table in a database. The product identification for the products is compared with the product recall information, and the consumer is notified of product recall information that is associated with one or more of the products. A computer implementing the system may cause the products themselves to notify the consumer. The consumer may also be notified by text message or email. The consumer may also set a sensitivity indicator that specifies conditions to be met before the consumer receives a notification. | 02-07-2013 |
20130275809 | Preserve Status Parameter for Testing in Computing System - A method for testing using a preserve status parameter in a computing system includes setting, by a calling process in the computing system, the preserve status parameter; issuing a call to a function under test by the calling process in the computing system; executing the function under test in the computing system, wherein data in a memory area accessed by the function under test during execution is preserved by the set preserve status parameter, such that the computing system does not reuse the memory area while the data in the memory area is being preserved; determining if an error occurred during execution of the function under test; in the event an error is determined to have occurred during execution of the function under test, making the data in the memory area available for inspection; and releasing the memory area for reuse by the computing system. | 10-17-2013 |
20140019854 | REVIEWER FEEDBACK FOR DOCUMENT DEVELOPMENT - A system, method and program product for receiving feedback about a document from one or more reviewers includes a step of a computer receives feedback about a document, responsive to input from the one or more reviewers into a user interface. The computer stores the feedback about the document. The computer transmits a notification to an owner of the document that the feedback has been received and stored. Responsive to receiving a request from the owner, the computer opens the document and displays the document with the feedback received. Responsive to input from the owner, the computer changes the document and saves a new version of the document. | 01-16-2014 |
20140208171 | MONITORING AND CAPTURING EARLY DIAGNOSTIC DATA - A deviance monitoring module is provided for examining various parameters of an operating system for deviance from a baseline behavior at specified intervals. A range of acceptable deviance values from a baseline behavior is set for parameters of an operating system. The parameters of the operating system are then monitored at specified intervals for deviance from the baseline behavior. In response to detecting that the deviance exceeds a predetermined threshold, the method triggers diagnostic data gathering on the parameters of the operating system according to an embodiment. | 07-24-2014 |
K. Scott Mckenzie, College Station, TX US
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20090117206 | Preservative and Additive for Food and Feed - A preservative and additive for food and feed. One aspect of the invention concerns various acidified clays and minerals as food or feed additive to kill, or inhibit the growth of, harmful microorganisms and to inactivate mycotoxins, such as aflatoxins, present as contaminants in human foods and animal feeds. Another aspect of the present invention relates to a clay of hydrated sodium calcium aluminosilicate with relatively uniform particle size distribution. | 05-07-2009 |
Lallie Mckenzie, Eugene, OR US
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20110229397 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTINUOUS FLOW SYNTHESIS OF NANOCRYSTALS - Novel reactor, systems and methods of preparing nanocrystals in a continuous flow-through process are provided. The novel reactor is highly configurable and can be modified to achieve desired reaction times of a flow through mixture. The reactor is designed to provide uniform, efficient heating of the reaction mixture. | 09-22-2011 |
Lane Mckenzie, Rogers, AR US
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20140136255 | Dynamic Task Management - Dynamic task management processes and systems are provided, whereby tasks are assigned to workers discretely, in response to worker-originated requests, on a real-time basis. Tasks are extracted from an aggregate thereof, scheduled into one or more queues, then “pulled” by workers for execution. Comprehensive data for performing each task are monitored, as are worker skills and availability. Each task is matched to an appropriate worker, the assignment being adjusted or modified automatically, to the extent required, to satisfy certain predefined temporal and/or spatial criteria. When a worker signals completion of an assigned task, the next discrete task in the queue matching the worker's skills and/or availability is pulled from the queue and assigned. The invention is useful for managing warehouse and inventory operations, and specifically, the scheduling and assignment of pick tasks among warehouse pickers, for example, in connection with e-commerce order fulfillment. | 05-15-2014 |
Lara B. Mckenzie, Bexley, OH US
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20130105523 | SPRAY DEVICE | 05-02-2013 |
20140291415 | SPRAY DEVICE - A fluid container spray device having a trigger lock mechanism with trigger tabs extending outwardly from the trigger and cleats extending inwardly from a moveable shroud. The cleats obstruct the tabs when the shroud is in a trigger lock position. A lever extending from beneath the shroud can be depressed, thereby moving the shroud from the trigger lock position to a trigger release position. The movement of the shroud to the trigger release position moves the connected cleats from their obstructive position to a position out of the trigger tabs' path of movement, thereby permitting use of the trigger to pump fluid from the container. The shroud is biased toward the trigger lock position. Thus, release of the container by the user restores the locked configuration, thereby preventing use by children. | 10-02-2014 |
Lealon Ray Mckenzie, Shakopee, MN US
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20080278841 | SELECTIVELY INHIBITING TRANSDUCER OUTPUT RESPONSIVE TO DETECTED JERK - Various embodiments relate to selectively inhibiting output from a transducer in response to the rate of change of acceleration that is experienced by the transducer. The rate of change of an acceleration signal, which is indicative of transducer's acceleration, is detected. Output of a signal through the transducer is selectively inhibited in response to the detected rate of change of the acceleration signal. | 11-13-2008 |
Lee Mckenzie, Salt Lake City, UT US
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20140216616 | COMPOSITIONS, METHODS, AND SYSTEMS FOR NITRATE PRILLS - Compositions, methods and systems involving nitrate compounds are disclosed and described. A method of dissolving a nitrate compound having an additive can comprise dissolving the nitrate compound to form an aqueous nitrate solution and adding a surfactant to the aqueous nitrate solution, where the surfactant disperses the additive. | 08-07-2014 |
Lee R. Mckenzie, Howell, MI US
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20120133656 | Method and system for visualizing a volume dataset - A machine-implemented display method that, with respect to a volume dataset being rendered, enables a user to navigate to any position in space and look in any direction. Preferably, the volume dataset is derived from a computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (RMI) scan. With the described approach, the user can see details within the dataset that are not available using conventional visualization approaches. The freedom-of-motion capability allows the user to go to places (positions) within the volume rendering that are not otherwise possible using conventional “orbit” and “zoom” display techniques. Thus, for example, using the described approach, the display image enables a user to travel inside physical structures (e.g., a patient's heart, brain, arteries, and the like). | 05-31-2012 |
20120134560 | Method and system for visualization of volume dataset - A machine-implemented display method that, with respect to a volume dataset being rendered, enables a user to navigate to any position in space and look in any direction. Preferably, the volume dataset is derived from a computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (RMI) scan. With the described approach, the user can see details within the dataset that are not available using conventional visualization approaches. The freedom-of-motion capability allows the user to go to places (positions) within the volume rendering that are not otherwise possible using conventional “orbit” and “zoom” display techniques. Thus, for example, using the described approach, the display image enables a user to travel inside physical structures (e.g., a patient's heart, brain, arteries, and the like). | 05-31-2012 |
Lee R. Mckenzie, Bloomfield Hills, MI US
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20130155066 | Method and system for visualizing a volume dataset - A machine-implemented display method that, with respect to a volume dataset being rendered, enables a user to navigate to any position in space and look in any direction. Preferably, the volume dataset is derived from a computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. With the described approach, the user can see details within the dataset that are not available using conventional visualization approaches. The freedom-of-motion capability allows the user to go to places (positions) within the volume rendering that are not otherwise possible using conventional “orbit” and “zoom” display techniques. Thus, for example, using the described approach, the display image enables a user to travel inside physical structures (e.g., a patient's heart, brain, arteries, and the like). | 06-20-2013 |
Mark Mckenzie, Reno, NV US
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20110288951 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BUYING AND SELLING GOODS AND SERVICES VIA AN ONLINE MARKETPLACE - A buying and selling process for selling and buying products and services allows buyers to post their desire-to-buy (DTB) to sellers. The sellers can respond to the DTBs by making desire-to-sell (DTS) Offers which match the DTB criteria that includes the specified product, price and DTB timing. Buyers either chose to accept or reject the offer. After a sufficient number of buyers have accepted the DTS Offer above the minimum volume of buyers for activation, the seller activates the purchase of the product or service. The buyers receive a right-to-buy (RTB) notice from the seller specifying the deal fulfillment process, including confirmation of the right-to-buy price (RTBP). | 11-24-2011 |
Mark C. Mckenzie, Howell, MI US
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20120133656 | Method and system for visualizing a volume dataset - A machine-implemented display method that, with respect to a volume dataset being rendered, enables a user to navigate to any position in space and look in any direction. Preferably, the volume dataset is derived from a computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (RMI) scan. With the described approach, the user can see details within the dataset that are not available using conventional visualization approaches. The freedom-of-motion capability allows the user to go to places (positions) within the volume rendering that are not otherwise possible using conventional “orbit” and “zoom” display techniques. Thus, for example, using the described approach, the display image enables a user to travel inside physical structures (e.g., a patient's heart, brain, arteries, and the like). | 05-31-2012 |
20120134560 | Method and system for visualization of volume dataset - A machine-implemented display method that, with respect to a volume dataset being rendered, enables a user to navigate to any position in space and look in any direction. Preferably, the volume dataset is derived from a computer tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (RMI) scan. With the described approach, the user can see details within the dataset that are not available using conventional visualization approaches. The freedom-of-motion capability allows the user to go to places (positions) within the volume rendering that are not otherwise possible using conventional “orbit” and “zoom” display techniques. Thus, for example, using the described approach, the display image enables a user to travel inside physical structures (e.g., a patient's heart, brain, arteries, and the like). | 05-31-2012 |
Mark R. Mckenzie, Monclova, OH US
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20110047730 | CHEMICAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM FOR FLOOR CLEANING MACHINE - A chemical distribution system for a floor cleaning machine is described. The system utilizes at least one container that is selectively connected to a pump that pumps a cleaning chemical solution from the container into a tee for combining with a fluid from an onboard fluid tank at a rate determined by a machine operator. Chemical containers may be readily and interchangeably connected to the pump to permit various solutions to be selectively utilized to optimize floor cleaning. | 03-03-2011 |
Martha Mckenzie, Eufaula, AL US
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20120273636 | HANGER HOLDER ACCESSORY AND SYSTEM - An apparatus is provided for attaching an accessory to a hanger holder for holding at least one hanger. The hanger holder has a frame and first and second hanger supports extending from spaced points on the frame. The apparatus includes a first arrangement having a top portion for receiving an end of the accessory, and a second arrangement, arranged adjacent and parallel to the first arrangement, for receiving a section of the frame of the hanger holder in a lengthwise opening. A device is provided for attaching an accessory to a hanger holder. The device includes a first receiving element adapted to receive a first end of the accessory, and a second receiving element arranged adjacent and parallel to the first receiving element and adapted to receive in a lengthwise opening a section of a frame of the hanger holder. | 11-01-2012 |
20130185988 | DEVICE FOR RETAINING FISHING LINE ON A FISHING ROD - The device for retaining fishing line on a fishing rod includes first and second jaw members. Each of the jaw members has a clamping portion and a handle portion. The first and second jaw members are connected for pivotal movement between a first position, wherein the clamping portions are proximate each other, and a second position, wherein the clamping portions are remote from each other. A spring is provided for biasing the jaw members toward the first position. First and second resilient members, each having an interior planar surface and an arcuate exterior surface, are fixed to different ones of the jaw members such that when the jaw members are in the first position, the interior surfaces of the first and second resilient members face each other and can retain the fishing rod and fishing line therebetween. | 07-25-2013 |
Maureen A. Mckenzie, Homer, AK US
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20130266662 | VACCINIUM SPECIES COMPOSITIONS - This invention relates to novel compositions comprising as an active ingredient one or more berries, leaves, roots, and/or root barks obtained from one or more plant species of the genus | 10-10-2013 |
Michael P. Mckenzie, New Waterford, OH US
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20100147860 | Fracture tank - A fracture tank for use in oil fields and the like that is readily adaptable for manipulation in hilly and muddy terrain by being pushed by a bulldozer or similar piece of equipment. The undercarriage of the fracture tank is encased tapered skid plates to enhance the support area, while accommodating the movement of muddy or loose soil therethrough, while the fracture tank is slid over the terrain. The formation of skid plates preclude the compacting of mud and dirt within the undercarriage as in the prior art. The fracture tank is further provided with a strengthened rear bumper assembly and wheel spring hangers to allow for forceful movement when the rear wheels of the tank are frozen or compacted with dirt and mud to a point that they are substantially immovable. The fracture tank is further provided with a purging system consisting of an inlet spray tubing and an outlet drainage. Additionally, tubing is provided for conveying heated gas within the interior of the tank and venting the same out of the top. The fracture tank further includes bumpers for the allowing ganging of tanks, and mesh-like pads atop the tanks for safe maneuvering of workers thereon. | 06-17-2010 |
Migdalia Mckenzie, Cleveland, OH US
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20100018653 | ADHESIVE TAPE DISPENSER AND APPLICATOR - A one handed reusable tape dispenser and applicator comprises side walls, a top wall and a separate bottom wall which may be opened to allow loading of a roll of tape through an open front. Further, the tape dispenser is provided with tabs, a button and a pressing bar which present a leading length of tape in an arched condition across its width extending forwardly from the dispenser ready to be applied to a substrate; and an enlarged pressing surface allowing a user to easily dispense tape onto substrates such as wrapping paper. | 01-28-2010 |
Mike Mckenzie, Breckenridge, TX US
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20120193355 | Water Knock Out Bottle and process for Making the Same - Apparatus for stopping fluid flow when liquid is present in the fluid flow. The apparatus generally includes two parts, an internal structure with a float valve, and an external tank. The internal structure includes a plurality of fluid entry holes positioned, sized, and numbered relative to a drain hole. The design is generally thread less, and the preferred process used for making the apparatus includes welding and promotes the conservation of materials. | 08-02-2012 |
Nan K. Mckenzie, Garrett Park, MD US
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20110079638 | Delivery Container For Digital Disc - Two-way disc mailers for mailing DVDs, CDs, video game discs, or other discs from a sender to a recipient via first class mail. The disc mailer provides improved automated mail processing while weighing less than or equal to 1 ounce, including the weight of the disc. | 04-07-2011 |
20130144428 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING ITEM DELIVERY TO AN ELECTRONIC PARCEL LOCKER - A system, apparatus, and method for use in delivery of items to a storage unit. The storage unit can include one or several storage receptacles and a control unit that controls and monitors the status of the one or several storage receptacles. The storage unit can be included in a storage unit system that can include one or several storage units and a central control unit. The central control unit can communicate with the one or several storage units, and can receive status and availability updates from the one or several storage units. | 06-06-2013 |
20130166060 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF COORDINATING ELECTRONIC PARCEL LOCKER AVAILABILITY - A system, apparatus, and method for use in delivery of items to a storage unit. The storage unit may include one or several storage receptacles and a control unit that controls and monitors the status of the one or several storage receptacles. The storage unit may be included in a storage unit system that may include one or several storage units and a central control unit. The central control unit may communicate with the one or several storage units, and may receive status and availability updates from the one or several storage units. | 06-27-2013 |
20130166067 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF CONTROL OF ELECTRONIC PARCEL LOCKERS - A system, apparatus, and method for use in delivery of items to a storage unit. The storage unit can include one or several storage receptacles and a control unit that controls and monitors the status of the one or several storage receptacles. The storage unit may be included in a storage unit system that can include one or several storage units and a central control unit. The central control unit can communicate with the one or several storage units, and can receive status and availability updates from the one or several storage units. | 06-27-2013 |
20140150350 | LOCK MECHANISM FOR SECURING A LOCKABLE VOLUME - A lock and method of locking a lockable volume is described. The lock may be located on a door of a lockable volume, such as a locker configured to hold an item. The lock may comprise a post and a cam, the cam having an opening corresponding to the size and shape of the post. The cam is rotatable about an axis, wherein the rotation of the cam about the axis releasably secures the post within the opening, thereby locking the door to which the post is attached. | 06-05-2014 |
20140270401 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF IDENTITY VERIFICATION - A system and method of verifying the identity of a user or registrant. The user or registrant provides identification information and registration information. The identification information may be a visual representation of an identifying item associated with location information. In some embodiments, the identification information may be a visual representation of a government issued identity. An identification module verifies the identification information and compares the verified identification information to the registration information. | 09-18-2014 |
Pamela Mckenzie, Austin, TX US
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20140020294 | Out of the Earth Plant Re Grounding Rod - A method to reconnect plants with the natural electron charge of the earth when grown out of the earth in containers no longer connected to the earth is disclosed. The method includes parts to combine into many configurations to provide a grounding connected to an earth ground or house ground to conductively couple indoor container potted plants and hydroponic growing systems to the abundant supply of free electrons from the earth to re create the same electrically charged growing environment as when planted in the earth. In this way growing plants can benefit by the Earths' mobile free electron charge applied to the growing medium | 01-23-2014 |
Philip Mckenzie, Georgetown, TX US
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20080278295 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR POWER LINE CARRIER COMMUNICATION USING HIGH FREQUENCY TONE BURSTS - A communication system and method is utilized to communicate data over an AC power line. Tone burst are superimposed on an AC power signal at predetermined voltage reference levels or at predetermined phase angles to represent bit values. These bit values are represented by either the presence or the absence of the tone burst on the AC power signal. In this manner, control information can be communicated to an apparatus, such as a ballast for a gas discharge lamp. | 11-13-2008 |
Philip C. Mckenzie, Holly Springs, NC US
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20100065356 | Electric powertrain for off-highway trucks - An off-highway truck with an electric powertrain is provided. The off-highway truck includes a set of steerable idle wheels supported by a chassis. An engine is configured to provide the off-highway truck with mechanical energy. At least one electric power generator is operably coupled to the engine and configured to convert at least a portion of the mechanical energy provided by the engine into electric energy. At least one electric motor is operably coupled to the electric power generator. First and second final drives are configured to rotate at least one drive wheel that is non-steerable. A differential is operably coupled to the at least one electric motor for distributing the torque produced by the at least one electric motor to the first and second final drives. | 03-18-2010 |
20120018236 | Electric powertrain for off-highway trucks - An off-highway truck with an electric powertrain is provided. The off-highway truck includes a set of steerable idle wheels supported by a chassis. An engine is configured to provide the off-highway truck with mechanical energy. At least one electric power generator is operably coupled to the engine and configured to convert at least a portion of the mechanical energy provided by the engine into electric energy. At least one electric motor is operably coupled to the electric power generator. First and second final drives are configured to rotate at least one drive wheel that is non-steerable. A differential is operably coupled to the at least one electric motor for distributing the torque produced by the at least one electric motor to the first and second final drives. | 01-26-2012 |
Raymond L. Mckenzie, Swanton, OH US
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20090297994 | Burner apparatus and methods for making inorganic fibers - Inorganic fiber production burner apparatus and methods of use are disclosed. One burner includes a refractory block adapted to be in fluid connection with sources of primary oxidant and fuel, the refractory block having a fuel and primary oxidant entrance end and a flame exit end, the flame exit end having a substantially rectangular flame exit having a width greater than its height, the refractory block defining a combustion chamber and a second chamber fluidly connecting the combustion chamber and the flame exit end; and an oxygen manifold fluidly connected to the combustion chamber and adapted to route oxygen to the combustion chamber through a plurality of passages through the refractory block. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b). | 12-03-2009 |
20100319404 | PROCESSES AND SYSTEMS FOR MAKING INORGANIC FIBERS - Inorganic fiber production processes and systems are disclosed. One process includes providing a molten inorganic fiberizable material, forming substantially vertical primary fibers from the molten material, and attenuating the primary fibers using an oxy-fuel fiberization burner. Other processes include forming a composition comprising combustion gases, aspirated air and inorganic fibers, and preheating a fuel stream and/or an oxidant stream prior to combustion in a fiberization burner using heat developed during the process. Flame temperature of fiberization burners may be controlled by monitoring various burner parameters. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b). | 12-23-2010 |
Rebecca Anne Mckenzie, Littleton, CO US
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20120204900 | Reversible Tube Towel Device - An ergonomically designed cylindrically configured wiping towel forming a tube with two open ends, forming a mitt with two openings, and further capable of being constructed with multiple, pre-selected exterior areas of varied colors and patterns for user awareness of soiled portions in order to discourage possible cross contamination. The cylindrically structured tube towel is designed to provide the same amount of cleaning surface as a flat conventional towel in a tubular cavity which encompasses and compacts into a more maneuverable, controlled and tubular device. The cylindrically configured wiping towel turns inside out in order to utilize all towel surfaces. | 08-16-2012 |
Rebecca S. Mckenzie, Blythewood, SC US
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20080230157 | Purse with Interchangeable Decorative Liners - A purse comprising a base formed of rigid transparent or translucent material, and a removable liner that is to be inserted in the base of the purse so as to be visible from outside the base, the removable liner being provided in a plurality of colors and textures and patterns and being made of a pliable, sturdy material, wherein the liner provider a creative, decorative design for the purse. | 09-25-2008 |
Richard James Mckenzie, Butler, PA US
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20120209326 | ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT PACIFIER - An ultraviolet light pacifier ( | 08-16-2012 |
20120220990 | DISPOSABLE TIP WITH SHEATH - A disposable tip ( | 08-30-2012 |
Robert Mckenzie, Munford, TN US
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20130119655 | COUPLING AND JOINT FOR FIXEDLY AND SEALINGLY SECURING COMPONENTS TO ONE ANOTHER - An assembly may include a fitting, a first pipe, and a first seal. The fitting may include an annular body having a first insertion end and an inner diametrical surface having a first knurled portion disposed adjacent the first insertion end. The first pipe may include a first end portion that is received into the first insertion end of the body and an outer diametrical surface including knurls formed thereon. The knurls of the outer diametrical surface may engage the first knurled portion of the fitting. The first seal element may be disposed within the fitting and may sealingly engage the first pipe and the fitting body. The engagement between the inner diametrical surface of the fitting and the outer diametrical surface of the pipe may a press fit and/or an interference fit. | 05-16-2013 |
Robert G. Mckenzie, Aloha, OR US
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20100332450 | N-WAY SYNCHRONIZATION OF COMPUTER DATABASES - A method and system for N-way synchronization of computer databases. Synchronization of computer databases is structured into three rounds, namely an agenda round, a query round and a report round. In the agenda round, a synchronization agent software module inquires of a common synchronization engine for updates to the agent's database and provides information as to the level of information in the agent's database. During a query round, a common synchronization engine may request information from databases with new information and distribute that database information to databases needing the new information during a report round. Multiple agents, each representing an associated database may participate a synchronization. In addition, various special purpose agents may also receive, provide and otherwise operate on synchronization information. | 12-30-2010 |
Robert G. Mckenzie, Tampa, FL US
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20080260639 | PREPARATION AND METHOD UTILIZING RADIOLABELED CHLOROTOXIN - The inventors propose to label a chlorotoxin with I-123 or I-124 for a diagnostic agent, and with I-124 or I-131 for a therapeutic agent to reduce tumors and then to use a process they previously invented to stabilize the radiopharmaceutical. The inventors propose to reconstitute the preferred agents and administer them cyclically to diagnose and treat tumors. The inventors also propose a TETA or DOTA link to a metal radioisotope. | 10-23-2008 |
Rodney Stuart Mckenzie, Madison, WI US
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20130115530 | Copper Alloy Metal Strip For Zinc Air Anode Cans - The present disclosure generally relates to a zinc air cell having an anode can made of a copper alloy. The anode can material reduces internal gassing within the electrochemical cell while being compatible with the internal chemistry of the anode and the alkaline electrolyte of the cell itself. | 05-09-2013 |
Ronald Keith Mckenzie, Louisville, KY US
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20090198518 | PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRIOR AUTHORIZATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - An online application for approving prior authorization requests for prescription drugs. The application is used by pharmacy benefits providers, physicians, and pharmacies to request prior authorizations for drugs and to receive approvals automatically if a requested drug meets authorization criteria. The online application is accessible through a group pharmacy benefits provider portal on a web site. Requests are processed through a pharmacy benefits manager computer that determines whether prior authorization is required and through a pharmacy benefits provider computer when the pharmacy benefits manager computer determines that prior authorization is required. Requests that meet certain authorization criteria are approved automatically. Requests that cannot be approved automatically are submitted for review by a clinical pharmacy review division that access requests through a drug request transaction computer. | 08-06-2009 |
Suzanee P. Mckenzie, West Newton, MA US
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20110097792 | INTERLEUKIN-12P40 VARIANTS WITH IMPROVED STABILITY - Modified interleukin-12 (IL-12) p40 polypeptides are disclosed. The modified polypeptides have alterations in the IL-12p40 subunit to eliminate the protease site between positions Lys260 and Arg261. The modified IL-12p40 polypeptides according to the invention have improved stability compared to wild-type mature human IL-12p40 polypeptides. | 04-28-2011 |
Suzanne P. Mckenzie, West Newton, MA US
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20130034518 | Interleukin-12 P40 Variants with Improved Stability - Modified interleukin-12 (IL-12) p40 polypeptides are disclosed. The modified polypeptides have alterations in the IL-12p40 subunit to eliminate the protease site between positions Lys260 and Arg261. The modified IL-12p40 polypeptides according to the invention have improved stability compared to wild-type mature human IL-12p40 polypeptides. | 02-07-2013 |
Taun L. Mckenzie, Hugo, MN US
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20100003501 | FLEXIBLE HIGH REFRACTIVE INDEX HARDCOAT - Antireflective films comprising a flexible high refractive index layer that comprises at least 60 wt-% of inorganic nanoparticles, the nanoparticles having a refractive index of at least 1.60, dispersed in a crosslinked organic material. Also described are surface treated nanoparticles. | 01-07-2010 |
20100276374 | METHOD OF MAKING ZIRCONIA-CONTAINING NANOPARTICLES - A method of preparing zirconia-containing nanoparticles and a method of preparing a composite material that includes the zirconia-containing nanoparticles are provided. A method of treating a zirconium carboxylate salt solution to remove alkali metal ions and alkaline earth ions is provided. The treated solution can be used as a feedstock to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. Additionally, a continuous hydrothermal reactor system is provided that can be used, for example, to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. | 11-04-2010 |
20100310865 | COPOLYMERS OF NANOPARTICLES, VINYL MONOMERS AND SILICONE - A copolymer comprises the reaction product of (a) (meth)acrylate functionalized nanoparticles, (b) vinyl monomer, and (c) mercapto-functional silicone. The (meth)acrylate functionalize nanoparticles are selected from the group consisting of silica nanoparticles, zirconia nanoparticles, titania nanoparticles, and combinations thereof. | 12-09-2010 |
20100323570 | COPOLYMERS OF NANOPARTICLES, VINYL MONOMERS AND SILICONE - A copolymer comprises the reaction product of (a) (meth)acrylate functionalized nanoparticles, (b) vinyl monomer, and (c) silicone macromer. The (meth)acrylate functionalize nanoparticles are selected from the group consisting of silica nanoparticles, zirconia nanoparticles, titania nanoparticles, and combinations thereof. | 12-23-2010 |
20110227008 | HIGH REFRACTIVE INDEX INORGANIC OXIDE NANOPARTICLES COMPRISING SURFACE TREATMENT, POLYMERIZABLE RESIN, AND ARTICLES - Microstructured films comprising surface modified inorganic oxide particles, surface modified inorganic nanoparticles having a high refractive index, and polymerizable resins are described. | 09-22-2011 |
20110229838 | ORTHODONTIC COMPOSITION WITH POLYMERIC FILLERS - Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface. | 09-22-2011 |
20120064296 | ANTIGLARE FILMS COMPRISING MICROSTRUCTURED SURFACE - The present invention concerns antiglare films having a microstructured surface. | 03-15-2012 |
20120264899 | BRIGHTNESS ENHANCING FILM COMPRISING NANOCOMPOSITE STRUCTURE HAVING IMPROVED CRACK RESISTANCE - Microstructured films such as brightness enhancing films, polymerizable resin compositions comprising an organic component and surface modified nanoparticles, and surface modified nanoparticles are described. The microstructured film has a polymerized structure comprising the reaction product of the polymerizable resin composition (e.g. having a refractive index of at least 1.58). The cured nanocomposite (e.g. structure) can exhibit improved crack resistance. In some embodiments, the flexibility is expressed in terms of a cylindrical mandrel bend test property (e.g. a mandrel size to failure of less than 6 mm or a mandrel size to failure according to the equation D=1000(T/0.025−T) wherein T is the thickness in millimeters of a (e.g. preformed base layer). In other embodiments, the flexibility is expressed in terms of a tensile and elongation property (e.g. a tensile strength at break of at least 25 MPa and an elongation at break of at least 1.75%). | 10-18-2012 |
20120329959 | HIGH REFRACTIVE INDEX INORGANIC OXIDE NANOPARTICLES COMPRISING SURFACE TREATMENT AND POLYMERIZABLE RESIN - Inorganic nanoparticles having a refractive index of at least 1.60 wherein the nanoparticles are surface modified with a surface treatment comprising a compound comprising a carboxylic acid end group and a C | 12-27-2012 |
20130038939 | ANTIREFLECTIVE FILMS COMPRISING MICROSTRUCTURED SURFACE - The present invention concerns antireflective films comprising a high refractive index layer ( | 02-14-2013 |
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20130323467 | HIGH REFRACTIVE INDEX INORGANIC OXIDE NANOPARTICLES COMPRISING SURFACE TREATMENT AND POLYMERIZABLE RESIN - Microstructured films comprising surface modified inorganic oxide particles and polymerizable resins are described. | 12-05-2013 |
20140056778 | METHOD OF MAKING ZIRCONIA-CONTAINING NANOPARTICLES - A method of preparing zirconia-containing nanoparticles and a method of preparing a composite material that includes the zirconia-containing nanoparticles are provided. A method of treating a zirconium carboxylate salt solution to remove alkali metal ions and alkaline earth ions is provided. The treated solution can be used as a feedstock to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. Additionally, a continuous hydrothermal reactor system is provided that can be used, for example, to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. | 02-27-2014 |
20140363777 | ORTHODONTIC COMPOSITION WITH POLYMERIC FILLERS - Orthodontic adhesives are claimed which use polymeric filler particles with defined particle size characteristics. The particle size characteristics are controlled such that these adhesives provide comparable mechanical retention and cohesive strength of conventional orthodontic adhesives when used to bond orthodontic appliances to teeth. Because polymeric fillers are generally softer than inorganic fillers, these adhesives are easier to remove from the tooth than conventional adhesives after debonding an orthodontic appliance. Embodiments of the invention include both self-curing and two-part adhesives, packaged adhesive-coated orthodontic appliances, and methods for removing a cured adhesive from a tooth surface. | 12-11-2014 |
Taun L. Mckenzie, Hogo, MN US
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20100033826 | BRIGHTNESS ENHANCING FILM COMPRISING NANOCOMPOSITE STRUCTURE HAVING IMPROVED CRACK RESISTANCE - Microstructured films such as brightness enhancing films, polymerizable resin compositions comprising an organic component and surface modified nanoparticles, and surface modified nanoparticles are described. The microstructured film has a polymerized structure comprising the reaction product of the polymerizable resin composition (e.g. having a refractive index of at least 1.58). The cured nanocomposite (e.g. structure) can exhibit improved crack resistance. In some embodiments, the flexibility is expressed in terms of a cylindrical mandrel bend test property (e.g. a mandrel size to failure of less than 6 mm or a mandrel size to failure according to the equation D=1000(T/0.025−T) wherein T is the thickness in millimeters of a (e.g. preformed base layer). In other embodiments, the flexibility is expressed in terms of a tensile and elongation property (e.g. a tensile strength at break of at least 25 MPa and an elongation at break of at least 1.75%). | 02-11-2010 |
Tim Mckenzie, Cockeysville, MD US
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20120260775 | FLEX-HEAD WRENCH - A wrench including a handle having a first yoke at a first end and a first plurality of tool heads coupled to the first yoke at a first pivot axis, at least a first tool head of the first plurality of tool heads having a drive cavity. Each tool head of the first plurality of tool heads is pivotable about the first pivot axis independently of the other tool heads of the first plurality of tool heads. | 10-18-2012 |
Todd G. Mckenzie, Essex Junction, VT US
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20120185812 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND PROGRAM STORAGE DEVICE FOR DEVELOPING CONDENSED NETLISTS REPRESENTATIVE OF GROUPS OF ACTIVE DEVICES IN AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT AND FOR MODELING THE PERFORMANCE OF THE INTEGRATED CIRCUIT BASED ON THE CONDENSED NETLISTS - A system and method for developing condensed netlists for sub-circuits within an integrated circuit and for modeling the performance of the integrated circuit based on the condensed netlists rather than full netlists. An IC layout is segmented into a plurality of sub-circuits, each comprising a group of one or more of a given type of active devices connected to (i.e., sharing) the same electrical sub-circuit terminals through a similar resistive network (i.e. such that they are subjected to approximately the same overall combined parasitic resistances). Full netlists corresponding to the sub-circuits are extracted from the layout and condensed. Each condensed netlist accounts for performance variations (e.g., as a function of variations in operating power supply voltages, operating temperatures and, optionally, self-heating and/or stress) exhibited by the active devices and resistive network in a sub-circuit. The condensed netlists for the sub-circuits are then simulated over the full range of operating temperatures and full range of operating power supply voltages for the integrated circuit in order to generate a performance model for the integrated circuit. | 07-19-2012 |
Trent R. Mckenzie, Charlotte, NC US
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20140324885 | COLOR-BASED RATING SYSTEM - Embodiments of the invention are directed to apparatuses, methods, and computer program products for generating a rating score based on color. In some embodiments, the apparatuses, methods, and computer program products are configured to: receive at least one input, wherein the at least one input comprises at least one of a first numerical value, an emoticon, a color, or at least one keyword; process the at least one input; and generate a second numerical value based on processing the at least one input. | 10-30-2014 |
William A. Mckenzie, Seattle, WA US
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20100293454 | STYLE GUIDE AND FORMATTING METHODS FOR PILOT QUICK REFERENCE HANDBOOKS - A method is disclosed for generating a quick reference handbook for use on a mobile platform. The method may involve providing a machine-readable medium for use with a processor having a memory. The machine-readable medium may provide instructions for causing the processor to generate a quick reference handbook (QRH). The QRH may be created through the use of checklists organized in accordance with a plurality of grouping schemes that include at least a plurality of: Immediate Action; Systems; and Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System (EICAS) messages. Differentiating criteria may also be used for decisions steps, action steps, and navigation steps within the checklists to thereby enable a user to discriminate between the steps. | 11-18-2010 |