Youngblood, US
Bradley T. Youngblood, Oviedo, FL US
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20080202124 | Transition support system for combustion transition ducts for turbine engines - A transition duct support system for a transition duct that channels hot gases from a combustor exit to a gas turbine inlet of a turbine engine. The transition duct support system includes a transition support frame formed from a body positioned around a transition duct body at an outlet transition section. The transition support frame may include a first inner surface aligned with and positioned proximate to portion of the outlet transition section that is positioned at an oblique angle relative to the outer wall of the transition duct body to limit linear movement of the transition duct body in a first direction. The transition support frame may also include a second inner surface positioned at an oblique angle to limit linear movement of the transition duct body in a second direction opposite the first direction. | 08-28-2008 |
20080276619 | Impingement jets coupled to cooling channels for transition cooling - Embodiments of a transition ( | 11-13-2008 |
20100011576 | Gas turbine transition duct coupling apparatus - An apparatus is provided for coupling a first portion of a gas turbine transition duct to a second portion of a gas turbine transition duct to reduce vibratory deflection. The apparatus may comprise: at least one first support structure attached to the gas turbine transition duct first portion; at least one second support structure attached to the gas turbine transition duct second portion; and at least one coupling mechanism configured to couple the at least one first support structure to the at least one second support structure so as to allow sliding movement between the at least one first support structure and the at least one second support structure when a movement force of the at least one first support structure and the at least one second support structure exceeds a predefined frictional force threshold value. | 01-21-2010 |
20110192171 | TRANSITION SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR COMBUSTION TRANSITION DUCTS FOR TURBINE ENGINES - A transition duct support system for a transition duct that channels hot gases from a combustor exit to a gas turbine inlet of a turbine engine. The transition duct support system includes a transition support frame formed from a body positioned around a transition duct body at an outlet transition section. The transition support frame may include a first inner surface aligned with and positioned proximate to portion of the outlet transition section that is positioned at an oblique angle relative to the outer wall of the transition duct body to limit linear movement of the transition duct body in a first direction. The transition support frame may also include a second inner surface positioned at an oblique angle to limit linear movement of the transition duct body in a second direction opposite the first direction. | 08-11-2011 |
Bruce Martin Youngblood, Diamond, MO US
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20080314299 | FUEL-BURNING FURNACE WITH A CHUTE THAT EJECTS MATERIAL FROM THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER BY FORCE OF THE LOADING OF FUEL - A furnace includes a chute extending from the back of a combustion chamber to allow for the material in the combustion chamber to be pushed into the chute and ejected from the chute by the force of new fuel being pushed into the furnace. No time is lost in cleaning out the furnace as the cleaning of the furnace happens as a byproduct of fuel being loaded into the furnace. The ease and efficiency of operation, in that the cleaning happens by performing the necessary task of loading the furnace with fuel, will allow furnace operation in a more simple, convenient, and safe manner without requiring the furnace to be shut down. | 12-25-2008 |
Curtis Youngblood, Hearne, TX US
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20160137298 | Multi-Rotor Aircraft - Disclosed is a multi-rotor aircraft having a hollow center boom from which extends three or more leg booms disposed generally perpendicular to the center boom and on which is mounted rotor bases that have rotor rotation means and rotor blades. In another aspect the invention is programmed means for control of the craft described above and methods of control of the craft in flight. | 05-19-2016 |
Daniel Youngblood, Broomfield, CO US
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20130121686 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISCOVERING NETWORK TOPOLOGY - A method for determining network topology of a provider network includes selecting a first network element, selecting a first port on the first network element, and iteratively performing connectivity validation tests using the first port, wherein each connectivity validation test is associated with a type of network element and yields a result that indicates whether a second port on a second network element of the associated type is connected to the first port. A system for discovering topology of a network, the system comprising a topology discovery engine in operable communication with a near network element and operable to identify a first port of a far network element that is connected to a second port of the near network element by remotely altering operation of the near network element to cause the second network element to respond in a manner that identifies the first port. | 05-16-2013 |
20150295773 | SYSTEMS AND METHOD FOR DISCOVERING NETWORK TOPOLOGY - A method for determining network topology of a provider network includes selecting a first network element, selecting a first port on the first network element, and iteratively performing connectivity validation tests using the first port, wherein each connectivity validation test is associated with a type of network element and yields a result that indicates whether a second port on a second network element of the associated type is connected to the first port. A system for discovering topology of a network, the system comprising a topology discovery engine in operable communication with a near network element and operable to identify a first port of a far network element that is connected to a second port of the near network element by remotely altering operation of the near network element to cause the second network element to respond in a manner that identifies the first port. | 10-15-2015 |
David Lee Youngblood, Valley Village, CA US
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20150182778 | Elongate Fitness Ball - A weighted, impact-absorbing, elongate fitness ball configured to facilitate strength training, body-shaping, rehabilitation, and various other exercise workouts. The elongate fitness ball has a generally oblong shape with tapered ends that facilitate holding and manipulating by hand while working with the fitness ball. | 07-02-2015 |
Douglas Brian Youngblood, Diamond, MO US
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20080314299 | FUEL-BURNING FURNACE WITH A CHUTE THAT EJECTS MATERIAL FROM THE COMBUSTION CHAMBER BY FORCE OF THE LOADING OF FUEL - A furnace includes a chute extending from the back of a combustion chamber to allow for the material in the combustion chamber to be pushed into the chute and ejected from the chute by the force of new fuel being pushed into the furnace. No time is lost in cleaning out the furnace as the cleaning of the furnace happens as a byproduct of fuel being loaded into the furnace. The ease and efficiency of operation, in that the cleaning happens by performing the necessary task of loading the furnace with fuel, will allow furnace operation in a more simple, convenient, and safe manner without requiring the furnace to be shut down. | 12-25-2008 |
Elizabeth Youngblood, Valrico, FL US
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20120269889 | NON-GELATIN SOFT CAPSULE SYSTEM - A non-gelatin encapsulation system for liquid filled soft capsules, by nature of the carrier, the cationic-ionic balance of the carrier and the active ingredients, or the concentration of the active ingredients and excipients, are difficult or impossible to commercially encapsulate in gelatin capsules. In particular, the system is adapted for the encapsulation of highly basic, or alkaline, fills. The system provides for a predominantly starch and gelling carrageenan based shell, which displays high resistance to both concentrated fills and to alkaline fills, in particular, to those fills which contain the salt or salts of weak acids and strong bases. | 10-25-2012 |
Eric Youngblood, Charlotte, NC US
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20120076045 | TERMINAL CONFIGURABLE FOR USE WITHIN AN UNKNOWN REGULATORY DOMAIN - A terminal for use within an unknown regulatory domain, and a computer program product and method for configuring the terminal, are provided. The terminal can comprise first program instructions to actively scan one or more domain independent channels in a frequency band, second program instructions to configure the terminal for use in the unknown regulatory domain in response to the terminal receiving regulatory domain information as a result of actively scanning one or more of the domain independent channels, third program instructions to passively scan one or more domain dependent channels in the frequency band in response to the terminal not receiving the regulatory domain information as a result of actively scanning one or more of the domain independent channels, and fourth program instructions to configure the terminal for use in the unknown regulatory domain in response to passively scanning one or more domain dependent channels in the frequency band. | 03-29-2012 |
20140036848 | TERMINAL CONFIGURABLE FOR USE WITHIN AN UNKNOWN REGULATORY DOMAIN - A terminal for use within an unknown regulatory domain, and a computer program product and method for configuring the terminal, are provided. The terminal can comprise first program instructions to actively scan one or more domain independent channels in a frequency band, second program instructions to configure the terminal for use in the unknown regulatory domain in response to the terminal receiving regulatory domain information as a result of actively scanning one or more of the domain independent channels, third program instructions to passively scan one or more domain dependent channels in the frequency band in response to the terminal not receiving the regulatory domain information as a result of actively scanning one or more of the domain independent channels, and fourth program instructions to configure the terminal for use in the unknown regulatory domain in response to passively scanning one or more domain dependent channels in the frequency band. | 02-06-2014 |
Erica Youngblood, Orlando, FL US
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20120199716 | Method and System for Luggage Connector - A luggage connector that may be used with a baby stroller or wheelchair to transport rolling luggage is disclosed. In a particular embodiment, the connector includes a first arm and a second arm. Clamps are disposed at a distal end of each arm. The clamps are used to secure the connector to a handle of luggage and a portion of a frame such as a stroller or wheelchair frame. Each arm is adapted to rotate about a central axis so that each respective clamp may be rotated and positioned appropriately to secure the connector to the frame. In addition, a rotating hinge is provided to adjust to a desired angle between the two arms to accommodate the connector being secured to the frame and rolling luggage. | 08-09-2012 |
Ernest T. Youngblood, Knoxville, TN US
Gerald Youngblood, Austin, TX US
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20110043286 | Direct conversion receiver - In accordance with at least one embodiment, apparatus providing a direct conversion receiver comprises a phase sampling detector (e.g., a quadrature sampling detector), which comprises a leading phase operational amplifier subsystem and a leading phase analog switch, as well as a lagging phase operational amplifier subsystem and a lagging phase analog switch. In accordance with at least one embodiment, a leading phase analog switch output terminal is coupled to a first leading phase operational amplifier input of the leading phase operational amplifier subsystem, and the leading phase analog switch output terminal is maintained continually at a ground potential. In accordance with at least one embodiment, at least one of element selected from a group consisting of: a resistor feedback switch, a commutating input switch in a resistive feedback loop, a differential capacitor, an unbiased analog switch input terminal, and an unbiased analog switch output terminal is provided. | 02-24-2011 |
Gregory Youngblood, Portola Valley, CA US
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20090222383 | Secure Financial Reader Architecture - Methods and systems are provided for secure transaction processing. A secure processor may include an integrated wireless card reader and optionally a secure memory. When a request for payment information associated with an on-line transaction is received, the integrated wireless card reader reads data from the payment card. The secure processor may retrieve a set of transaction identifiers from the payment card issuer or optionally a trusted third party. The secure processor transmits one of the retrieve transaction identifiers to the on-line merchant instead of payment card data. The on-line merchant communicates the transaction identifier to the payment card issuer or the trusted third party for validation. Alternatively, the secure processor may encrypt the read payment card data utilizing the payment card number as the shared secret required by the cryptographic algorithm. The secure processor then forwards the encrypted payment card data to the on-line merchant. | 09-03-2009 |
Gregory Youngblood, Santa Ana, CA US
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20100332866 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR OPTIMIZING POWER CONSUMPTION IN A MOBILE ENVIRONMENT - The present invention relates to a system and method adapted to optimize power consumption in a communication system used in a Gigabit Ethernet environment. The method comprises determining at least one power mode of a host from a plurality of possible host power modes. The method further comprises selecting at least one network interface power management state from a plurality of possible network interface power management states based, at least in part, on the determined power mode. | 12-30-2010 |
Gregory Youngblood, Santa Clara, CA US
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20100262856 | Operating Mode For Extreme Power Savings When No Network Presence Is Detected - Drivers which control hardware devices in a network adapter chip are disabled prior to reducing power to a first portion of circuits in the network adapter chip. Power is received by a second portion of circuits which are utilized for detecting network activity and communicating the activity to processors. Upon network activity detection, the first portion of circuits receives power. Drivers are enabled subsequent to detection. Drivers are enabled after receiving power by the first portion of circuits. Processors control hardware devices, disable devices before power reduction, enable devices after network activity detection and enable devices after receiving power. The network adapter chip is reset for power reception. A power reduction mode is selected where drivers are disabled after reducing power. Drivers are enabled after hardware devices are enabled. A first state is characterized by no signal before disabling drivers. A second state is characterized by signal detection before receiving power. | 10-14-2010 |
Gregory M. Youngblood, San Jose, CA US
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20160110315 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DIGITIZING A DOCUMENT - The disclosed embodiments illustrate methods and systems for digitizing a document. The method includes receiving at least one first transcription of content of at least one portion of the document from at least one crowdworker, in response to the at least one portion being crowdsourced as a digitization task to the at least one crowdworker. Thereafter, one or more second transcriptions are determined based on the at least one first transcription. The one or more second transcriptions correspond to intended transcriptions for the at least one portion. Further, the one or more second transcriptions are ranked based at least on a measure of similarity between the at least one first transcription and each of the one or more second transcriptions. At least one second transcription is selected from the one or more second transcriptions as an acceptable transcription for the at least one portion based on the ranking. | 04-21-2016 |
Gregory M. Youngblood, Palo Alto, CA US
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20150086072 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MONITORING A WORKER PERFORMING A CROWDSOURCED TASK - The disclosed embodiments illustrate methods and systems for monitoring a worker performing a crowdsourced task being presented on a computing device. The method comprises performing at least one of a facial detection processing or an eye tracking processing, on a video stream captured by a camera of the computing device. An inattention instance of the worker is determined based on at least one of the facial detection processing or the eye tracking processing. Further, the inattention instance is communicated to a crowdsourcing platform, wherein the crowdsourced task is received from the crowdsourcing platform. | 03-26-2015 |
Gregory Michael Youngblood, San Jose, CA US
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20140310013 | METHOD AND A SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING HOSTED SERVICES BASED ON A GENERALIZED MODEL OF A HEALTH/WELLNESS PROGRAM - One embodiment of the present invention provides a system for creating a health/wellness program on a generic health/wellness platform. During operation, the system receives, at the generic health/wellness platform, a set of definitions for the health/wellness program, constructs a program model for the health/wellness program, generates a program instance to be executed on the generic health/wellness platform, and associates the program instance to a number of health/wellness modules provided by the health/wellness platform. | 10-16-2014 |
20150364026 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATIC OBJECTIVE REPORTING VIA WEARABLE SENSORS - One embodiment of the present invention provides a system for automatically reporting progress in completing objectives and goals of a plan. During operation, the system receives data indicating user selection and/or configuration of a plan with one or more goals, objectives, and/or milestones. The system obtains data generated by sensors in a sensing device and/or a mobile device. The sensors generate physiological data or data from detecting activity or environment associated with the user. Next, the system analyzes the data to determine whether the user has completed an objective, milestone, or goal of the plan. If the system determines that the user has completed an objective, milestone, or goal of the plan, the system pushes an alert to the mobile device indicating that the user has completed the objective, milestone, or goal. | 12-17-2015 |
Gwendolyn Fuller Youngblood, San Antonio, TX US
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20140373356 | Method of Connecting Jewelry Components - Two plates, corresponding to the diameter of a length of riveting material being used, act as gauges and are placed separately on the top and bottom of at least one components to be made into a jewelry item. The length of material, such as a wire or tubing, is passed through holes in all the components, and the holes of the plates. This allows the jewelry maker to cut the length of material flush with the exposed surface of the plate on the top of the stack. This automatically measures the optimal length of material needed to span the combined thickness of all the components to be riveted together, while providing the desired length exposed at the top and bottom of the stacked pieces, to fashion a properly formed and secure flattened rivet head on each end of the length of material. | 12-25-2014 |
James H. Youngblood, Highland, MI US
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20090205493 | Method of removing water from an inlet region of an oxygen generating system - A method of removing water from an inlet region of an oxygen generating system is disclosed herein. The method includes condensing, in an inlet region of the oxygen generating system, at least a portion of water vapor from a feed gas to water, and removing the water from the oxygen generating system prior to introducing the then-at least partially dehumidified feed gas to at least one sieve bed operatively disposed in the oxygen generating system. | 08-20-2009 |
20090211443 | Self-serviceable filter for an oxygen generating device - An oxygen generating device includes a housing, an inlet formed in the housing, a compressor, and a sieve module. The device further includes a self-serviceable filter disposed between the compressor and the sieve module. The method for generating an oxygen-enriched gas includes introducing a feed gas into the oxygen generating device via the inlet, compressing the feed gas via the compressor, filtering the compressed feed gas by removing at least one contaminant from the feed gas via the self-serviceable filter, introducing the filtered feed gas into the sieve module, and generating the oxygen-enriched gas from the filtered feed gas. | 08-27-2009 |
Jeffrey P. Youngblood, Crawfordsville, IN US
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20090311302 | HYDROPHILIZED ANTIMICROBIAL POLYMERS - A bactericidal or antimicrobial polymeric composition includes a hydrophilic first comonomer copolymerized to a second comonomer to produce a polymeric composition that is more hydrophilic or more bactericidal or antimicrobial in an aqueous solution than either of the comonomers alone. Methods for identifying bactericidal or antimicrobial polymers, methods for rendering materials bactericidal or antimicrobial, and methods for using bactericidal or antimicrobial compositions to kill or reduce bacterial or microbial growth are also described. Applications for the inventive compositions include their use in catheters, stents, medical devices, contact lenses; root canal fillers; fibers; paper; and/or wound dressing. | 12-17-2009 |
20090317621 | Stimuli-Responsive Polymeric Surface Materials - A copolymer comprises a first monomer including a hydrophilic group and a hydrophobic group linked to the hydrophilic group, and a second monomer polymerized to the first monomer. The hydrophobic group is oil-repellant. A receding contact angle of a low surface energy fluid on the copolymer is greater than an advancing contact angle of a high surface energy fluid on the copolymer. | 12-24-2009 |
20100066477 | FUSIBLE SUBSTRATE - A fuse element includes a substrate disposed between first and second terminals. The substrate includes an electrically insulative material. A conductive film is disposed on a first surface of the substrate and in electrical contact with the first terminal and second terminals. | 03-18-2010 |
20130079481 | HYDROPHILIZED ANTIMICROBIAL POLYMERS - A bactericidal or antimicrobial polymeric composition includes a hydrophilic first comonomer copolymerized to a second comonomer to produce a polymeric composition that is more hydrophilic or more bactericidal or antimicrobial in an aqueous solution than either of the comonomers alone. Methods for identifying bactericidal or antimicrobial polymers, methods for rendering materials bactericidal or antimicrobial, and methods for using bactericidal or antimicrobial compositions to kill or reduce bacterial or microbial growth are also described. Applications for the inventive compositions include their use in catheters, stents, medical devices, contact lenses; root canal fillers; fibers; paper; and/or wound dressing. | 03-28-2013 |
20130136783 | HYDROPHILIZED ANTIMICROBIAL POLYMERS - A bactericidal or antimicrobial polymeric composition includes a hydrophilic first comonomer copolymerized to a second comonomer to produce a polymeric composition that is more hydrophilic or more bactericidal or antimicrobial in an aqueous solution than either of the comonomers alone. Methods for identifying bactericidal or antimicrobial polymers, methods for rendering materials bactericidal or antimicrobial, and methods for using bactericidal or antimicrobial compositions to kill or reduce bacterial or microbial growth are also described. Applications for the inventive compositions include their use in catheters, stents, medical devices, contact lenses; root canal fillers; fibers; paper; and/or wound dressing. | 05-30-2013 |
20130264732 | METHOD OF FORMING A CELLULOSE NANOCRYSTALLINE FILM - A method is provided for forming a substantially uniaxially-oriented, high content cellulose nanocrystal film. The method includes providing a plant-biomass-based suspension of cellulose nanocrystals and altering the pH of the cellulose nanocrystals to a substantially neutral pH. The suspension is sheared at a shearing rate. The method further includes orienting the cellulose nanocrystals in a substantially axial direction and removing water from the sheared cellulose nanocrystal suspension. As a result, a substantially uniaxially-oriented cellulose nanocrystal film is formed. | 10-10-2013 |
20140080977 | HYDROPHILIZED ANTIMICROBIAL POLYMERS - A bactericidal or antimicrobial polymeric composition includes a hydrophilic first comonomer copolymerized to a second comonomer to produce a polymeric composition that is more hydrophilic or more bactericidal or antimicrobial in an aqueous solution than either of the comonomers alone. Methods for identifying bactericidal or antimicrobial polymers, methods for rendering materials bactericidal or antimicrobial, and methods for using bactericidal or antimicrobial compositions to kill or reduce bacterial or microbial growth are also described. Applications for the inventive compositions include their use in catheters, stents, medical devices, contact lenses; root canal fillers; fibers; paper; and/or wound dressing. | 03-20-2014 |
20140196833 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF VACUUM ASSISTED RESIN TRANSFER MOLDINGS FOR REPAIR OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS AND STRUCTURE - The present disclosure provides a method of repairing a damaged portion of a panel formed of composite material. The method includes preparing the damaged portion for repair and applying a pressure responsive adhesive layer to substantially cover the damaged portion. The method also includes disposing a vacuum-assisted resin transfer molding repair patch assembly to substantially cover the damaged portion and substantially covering the repair patch assembly with a vacuum bag assembly. Resin is introduced into and impregnates the repair patch assembly. The repair patch assembly is cured after being impregnated. | 07-17-2014 |
20160053038 | HYDROPHILIZED BACTERICIDAL POLYMERS - A bactericidal polymeric composition includes a hydrophilic first comonomer copolymerized to a second comonomer to produce a polymeric composition that is more hydrophilic or more bactericidal in an aqueous solution than either of the comonomers alone. Methods for identifying bactericidal polymers, methods for rendering materials bactericidal, and methods for using bactericidal compositions to kill or reduce bacterial growth are also described. Applications for the inventive compositions include their use in catheters, stents, medical devices, contact lenses; root canal fillers; and/or wound dressings. | 02-25-2016 |
20160102407 | COATING SYSTEM INCLUDING OXIDE NANOPARTICLES IN OXIDE MATRIX - In some examples, an article may include a substrate and a coating on the substrate. The substrate may include a superalloy, a ceramic, or a ceramic matrix composite. The coating may include a layer comprising a matrix material and a plurality of nanoparticles. The matrix material may include at least one of silica, zirconia, alumina, titania, or chromia, and the plurality of nanoparticles may include nanoparticles including at least one of yttria, zirconia, alumina, or chromia. In some examples, an average diameter of the nanoparticles is less than about 400 nm. | 04-14-2016 |
Jeffrey P. Youngblood, West Lafayette, IN US
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20140202517 | Recyclable Organic Solar Cells On Substrates Comprising Cellulose Nanocrystals (CNC) - Recyclable organic solar cells are disclosed herein. Systems and methods are further disclosed for producing, improving performance, and for recycling the solar cells. In certain example embodiments, the recyclable organic solar cells disclosed herein include: a first electrode; a second electrode; a photoactive layer disposed between the first electrode and the second electrode; an interlayer comprising a Lewis basic oligomer or polymer disposed between the photoactive layer and at least a portion of the first electrode or the second electrode; and a substrate disposed adjacent to the first electrode or the second electrode. The interlayer reduces the work function associated with the first or second electrode. In certain example embodiments, the substrate comprises cellulose nanocrystals that can be recycled. In certain example embodiments, one or more of the first electrode, the photoactive layer, and the second electrode may be applied by a film transfer lamination method. | 07-24-2014 |
Jeffrey Paul Youngblood, Crawfordsville, IN US
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20160075601 | CELLULOSE NANOCRYSTAL ADDITIVES AND IMPROVED CEMENTIOUS SYSTEMS - The invention provides a cement paste composition comprising cement, cellulose nanocrystals, and optionally water. The cellulose nanocrystals can be present in an amount sufficient and effective to increase the flexural strength of cured cement prepared from the cement paste composition. The cellulose nanocrystals can also be present in an amount sufficient and effective to increase the workability of a cement paste prepared from the cement paste composition. The invention further provides a water reducing additive that reduces the amount of water required for desired workability of a cement composition. Use of the presence of the cellulose nanocrystals also results in an increased degree of hydration and cumulative heat evolution in comparison to a corresponding composition without the cellulose nanoparticles, thereby resulting in a higher total cure of the cement paste composition upon curing. | 03-17-2016 |
Jill Youngblood, Boynton Beach, FL US
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20090032523 | Conformable heating pad - A conforming heating pad having a curvilinear Y-shaped recess has a pair of opposed curved wing sections surrounding a centralized opening occupied by a central flap portion created by the Y-shaped recess. A pair-of opposed multi-layer constructions housing a resistive NTC sensing wire and a plurality of individual weights serve to enhance the conformity of the heating pad. The heating pad is operable in at least two modes, including a constant heating level mode at various user-selectable temperature levels and a timed mode that offers user-selectable temperature levels over a user-selectable period of time. The heating pad can be wetted to offer a moist heat therapy. | 02-05-2009 |
Jimmy G. Youngblood, Humble, TX US
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20120216707 | BENTONITE BARRIER COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE IN CONTAINMENT APPLICATIONS - The present invention relates to improved bentonite barrier compositions having enhanced low permeability over time in containment applications. Of the many embodiments provided herein, one embodiment includes a bentonite barrier composition comprising: bentonite and a polyanionic low molecular weight polymer. | 08-30-2012 |
20120219366 | BENTONITE BARRIER COMPOSITIONS AND RELATED GEOSYNTHETIC CLAY LINERS FOR USE IN CONTAINMENT APPLICATIONS - The present invention relates to improved bentonite barrier compositions having enhanced low permeability over time in containment applications. Of the many embodiments provided herein, one embodiment includes a geosynthetic clay liner comprising: at least one geosynthetic layer; and a bentonite barrier composition comprising: bentonite and a polyanionic low molecular weight polymer. | 08-30-2012 |
20120219367 | METHODS OF USING IMPROVED BENTONITE BARRIER COMPOSITIONS AND RELATED GEOSYNTHETIC CLAY LINERS - The present invention relates to improved bentonite barrier compositions having enhanced low permeability over time in containment applications. Of the many embodiments provided herein, one embodiment includes a method comprising: providing a bentonite barrier composition comprising: bentonite; and a polyanionic low molecular weight polymer; and forming a containment using the bentonite barrier composition to provide at least partial separation for a containment from its environment. | 08-30-2012 |
John B. Youngblood, Austin, TX US
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20150126128 | Die-To-Die Communication Links For Receiver Integrated Circuit Dies And Related Methods - Die-to-die communication links for receiver integrated circuit dies within multi-die systems and related methods are disclosed for radio frequency (RF) receivers. The disclosed embodiments provide die-to-die communication links that allow for direct communication of operating parameters between receiver integrated circuit dies and other integrated circuit dies within a multi-die system so that the operation of receive path circuitry can be adjusted without requiring intervention from an external host processor integrated circuit. A variety of operating parameter information can be communicated through the die-to-die communication links so that the integrated circuit dies can quickly adjust to changing signal conditions without requiring intervention by the external host processor integrated circuit. | 05-07-2015 |
Justin Lucus Youngblood, Austin, TX US
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20080229322 | Method and Apparatus for a Multidimensional Grid Scheduler - A method and apparatus for scheduling execution of a grid project in accordance with multiple dimensions of dynamic load factors. The present invention provides a mechanism for determining grid node availability based on both processor load and network traffic loads on the nodes in a grid of computing devices. This availability information is used to determine scheduling of the running of grid projects. | 09-18-2008 |
Kathleen O. Youngblood, Knoxville, TN US
Larry Youngblood, Houston, TX US
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20090038372 | HEATED TRANSFER LINE FOR USE IN HIGH TEMPERATURE MICROWAVE CHROMATOGRAPHY - A heat transfer line assembly is disclosed for microwave heated chromatography instruments. Analytical instruments incorporating a microwave oven including the heated transfer lines are also disclosed as well as methods for making and using same. | 02-12-2009 |
20090049888 | COOLING APPARATUS FOR MICROWAVE CHROMATOGRAPHY - A cooling apparatus for a radiant energy heated oven is disclosed, where the cooling apparatus cools the oven by directing a flow of coolant through a chamber in thermal communication with the oven resulting in sub-ambient cooling, sub-ambient holds, and in chromatography instruments, higher sample throughput by reducing cycle time or column cool down time. | 02-26-2009 |
Larry M. Youngblood, Houston, TX US
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20120014404 | Apparatus and Method for Determining the Thermal Stability of Fluids - A thermal oxidation tester is shown for determining thermal stability of a fluid, particularly hydrocarbons when subjected to elevated temperatures. The tendency of the heated fluid to oxidize and (1) form deposits on a surface of a heater tube and (2) form solids therein, are both measured at a given flow rate, temperature and time. The measured results are used to determine whether a fluid sample passes or fails the test. Results of measurements are recorded in a memory device on one end of the heater tube on which the deposits were made. | 01-19-2012 |
20120014405 | Drop Counter And Flow Meter For Apparatus And Method For Determining The Thermal Stability Of Fluids - A thermal oxidation tester is shown for determining thermal stability of a fluid, particularly hydrocarbons when subjected to elevated temperatures. The tendency of the heated fluid to oxidize and (1) form deposits on a surface of a heater tube and (2) form solids therein, are both measured at a given flow rate, temperature and time. The measured results are used to determine whether a fluid sample passes or fails the test. Sample flow rate is important in the jet fuel thermal oxidation test. Current practice requires manual drop counting or flow confirmation with the use of volumetric glassware. An apparatus is described to precisely measure the flow rate and automatically perform flow rate check using a drip rate method and/or volumetric method. | 01-19-2012 |
20120014406 | CONTAINERS USED IN DETERMINING THE THERMAL STABILITY OF FUELS - A thermal oxidation tester is shown for determining thermal stability of a fluid, particularly hydrocarbons, when subjected to elevated temperatures. The tendency of the heated fluid to oxidize and (1) form deposits on a surface of a heater tube and (2) form solids therein which are both measured at a given flow rate, temperature and time. The measured results are used to determine whether a fluid sample passes or fails the test. Specifically constructed containers used in a thermal oxidation tester are shown. These containers (1) reduce physical contact to hydrocarbon test fuels, (2) reduce exposure to hydrocarbon fuel vapors, (3) reduce environmental impact by reducing chemical spills, and (4) improve overall work flow of test. | 01-19-2012 |
20120014407 | Auto Priming and Flushing an Apparatus for Determining the Thermal Stability of Fluids - A thermal oxidation tester is shown for determining thermal stability of a fluid, particularly hydrocarbons when subjected to elevated temperatures. The tendency of the heated fluid to oxidize and (1) form deposits on a surface of a heater tube and (2) form solids therein, are both measured at a given flow rate, temperature and time. The measured results are used to determine whether a fluid sample passes or fails the test. At the beginning of each test, the test sample is aerated with dry air until saturation. Simultaneously, the test equipment is primed to remove pockets of air there from. After each test, the test equipment is flushed to remove the test sample there from. | 01-19-2012 |
20120014409 | Dampening Apparatus and Method for Single Piston Pump Used in Determining the Thermal Stability of Fluids - A thermal oxidation tester is shown for determining thermal stability of a fluid, particularly hydrocarbons when subjected to elevated temperatures. The tendency of the heated fluid to oxidize and (1) form deposits on a surface of a heater tube and (2) form solids therein, are both measured at a given flow rate, temperature and time. The measured results are used to determine whether a fluid sample passes or fails the test. Results of the measurements are recorded. The fluid under test is pumped with a low volume, high pressure, single piston pump with only a small fluctuation (pulsation) in output flow. | 01-19-2012 |
Matthew D. Youngblood, Raleigh, NC US
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20140367760 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A DIFFUSION BRIDGED CELL LIBRARY - A library of cells for designing an integrated circuit, the library comprises continuous diffusion compatible (CDC) cells. A CDC cell includes a p-doped diffusion region electrically connected to a supply rail and continuous from the left edge to the right edge of the CDC cell; a first polysilicon gate disposed above the p-doped diffusion region and electrically connected to the p-doped diffusion region; an n-doped diffusion region electrically connected to a ground rail and continuous from the left edge to the right edge; a second polysilicon gate disposed above the n-doped diffusion region and electrically connected to the n-doped diffusion region; a left floating polysilicon gate disposed over the p-doped and n-doped diffusion regions and proximal to the left edge; and a right floating polysilicon gate disposed over the p-doped and n-doped diffusion regions and proximal to the right edge. | 12-18-2014 |
20150064864 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A DIFFUSION BRIDGED CELL LIBRARY - A library of cells for designing an integrated circuit, the library comprises continuous diffusion compatible (CDC) cells. A CDC cell includes a p-doped diffusion region electrically connected to a supply rail and continuous from the left edge to the right edge of the CDC cell; a first polysilicon gate disposed above the p-doped diffusion region and electrically connected to the p-doped diffusion region; an n-doped diffusion region electrically connected to a ground rail and continuous from the left edge to the right edge; a second polysilicon gate disposed above the n-doped diffusion region and electrically connected to the n-doped diffusion region; a left floating polysilicon gate disposed over the p-doped and n-doped diffusion regions and proximal to the left edge; and a right floating polysilicon gate disposed over the p-doped and n-doped diffusion regions and proximal to the right edge. | 03-05-2015 |
Michael D. Youngblood, Pontiac, MI US
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20080289259 | Integrated Channel Regulator for Vehicle Door - A vehicle door that may include a latch/window regulator module and rear and forward integrated channel/regulators, is disclosed. The rear integrated channel/regulator may include a glass run channel that is integral with a window regulator guide rail, and may also have a door latch assembly mounted to it. Other features may be integral with and extend from the rear integrated channel/regulator. The forward integrated channel/regulator may include a glass run channel that is integral with a window regulator guide rail, and may include an integral flange to which a cable drum and motor are mounted. The latch/window regulator module may be pre-assembled before being assembled into the vehicle door. | 11-27-2008 |
Michael Philip Youngblood, Rochester, NY US
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20150338740 | METHOD FOR PROVIDING CONDUCTIVE SILVER FILM ELEMENTS - A black-and-white developing solution and a silver halide solution physical developing solution are used in sequence to provide electrically-conductive film elements from conductive film element precursors that contain photosensitive silver halide emulsions on one or both supporting sides of a transparent substrate. The two developing solutions have unique combinations of developing agents and other essential components to provide complete development of imagewise exposed silver halide and highly conductive silver metal in desired patterns on a transparent substrate. | 11-26-2015 |
Michael Phillip Youngblood, Rochester, NY US
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20140367620 | METHOD FOR IMPROVING PATTERNED SILVER CONDUCTIVITY - A method is used to improve the conductivity of silver disposed on a substrate. This silver is generally in the form of silver metal particles. The silver is treated with an aqueous solution comprising a conductivity enhancing agent to provide treated silver metal particles that are increased in conductivity. The treated silver metal particles are then dried. These two essential steps of treating and drying are repeated in at least one additional treatment cycle, in sequence, using the same or different conductivity enhancing agent, thereby improving the conductivity of the silver metal particles from one treatment cycle to another. This method can be carried out using an apparatus having a series of stations for carrying out each step in each treatment cycle. | 12-18-2014 |
20150338738 | METHOD FOR PREPARING ELECTRICALLY-CONDUCTIVE SILVER IMAGES - Electrically-conductive articles are prepared to have electrically-conductive silver metal electrode grids on one or both supporting sides of a transparent substrate. Such articles are prepared by imagewise exposing conductive film element precursors having photosensitive silver halide layers, followed by development, fixing, and conductivity enhancement. The resulting silver image(s) can be treated with a stabilizing solution containing 0.5-50 mmol/l of specific stabilizing agents. | 11-26-2015 |
20150338740 | METHOD FOR PROVIDING CONDUCTIVE SILVER FILM ELEMENTS - A black-and-white developing solution and a silver halide solution physical developing solution are used in sequence to provide electrically-conductive film elements from conductive film element precursors that contain photosensitive silver halide emulsions on one or both supporting sides of a transparent substrate. The two developing solutions have unique combinations of developing agents and other essential components to provide complete development of imagewise exposed silver halide and highly conductive silver metal in desired patterns on a transparent substrate. | 11-26-2015 |
20150338741 | SILVER HALIDE DEVELOPING SOLUTION - A black-and-white silver halide developing solution and a silver halide solution physical developing solution are used in sequence to provide electrically-conductive film elements from conductive film element precursors that contain photosensitive silver halide emulsions on one or both supporting sides of a transparent substrate. The two developing solutions have unique combinations of developing agents and other essential components to provide complete development of imagewise exposed silver halide to form highly electrically-conductive silver metal in predetermined patterns. | 11-26-2015 |
20150338742 | SILVER HALIDE SOLUTION PHYSICAL DEVELOPING SOLUTION - A black-and-white silver halide developing solution and a silver halide solution physical developing solution are used in sequence to provide electrically-conductive film elements from conductive film element precursors that contain photosensitive silver halide emulsions on one or both supporting sides of a transparent substrate. The two developing solutions have unique combinations of developing agents and other essential components to provide complete development of imagewise exposed silver halide to form highly electrically-conductive silver metal in predetermined patterns. | 11-26-2015 |
Ronald Youngblood, Gainesville, FL US
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20150048940 | HAND HYGIENE COMPLICANCE CONFIRMATION SYSTEM - A Hand Hygiene Compliance Confirmation System (HHCCS) is disclosed for confirmation of compliance with Hand Hygiene Compliance Procedures (HHCPs) with minimized Response Time (RT) delay. | 02-19-2015 |
Ronald Youngblood, Williston, FL US
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20100216175 | Condensate Glucose Analyzer - Systems and methods for analyzing glucose present in exhaled breath condensate (EBC). In certain embodiments, electrochemical- or coulometnc-based sensing technologies are used to analyze EBC for the presence and/or concentration of glucose. Based on the detected glucose m EBC, the subject invention provides systems and methods for non-invasive, accurate assessment of blood glucose levels. | 08-26-2010 |
Scott Youngblood, Aliso Viejo, CA US
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20120185066 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING ENHANCED SCREENSHOTS - Systems and methods for generating and providing enhanced screenshots may include executing instructions stored in memory to evaluate at least a portion of a viewing frustum generated by the instructions to determine one or more objects included therein, obtain metadata associated with the one or more objects, and generate at least one enhanced screenshot indicative of the at least a portion of the viewing frustum by associating the metadata of each of the one or more objects with a location of each of the one or more objects within the at least one enhanced screenshot to create hotspots indicative of each of the one or more objects such that selection at least one hotspot by a computing system causes at least a portion of the metadata associated with the at least one hotspot to be displayed on a display device of a computing system. | 07-19-2012 |
20120269394 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING ENHANCED SCREENSHOTS - Systems and methods for generating and providing enhanced screenshots may include executing instructions stored in memory to evaluate at least a portion of a viewing frustum generated by the instructions to determine one or more objects included therein, obtain metadata associated with the one or more objects, and generate at least one enhanced screenshot indicative of the at least a portion of the viewing frustum by associating the metadata of each of the one or more objects with a location of each of the one or more objects within the at least one enhanced screenshot to create hotspots indicative of each of the one or more objects such that selection at least one hotspot by a computing system causes at least a portion of the metadata associated with the at least one hotspot to be displayed on a display device of a computing system. | 10-25-2012 |
20120272139 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING ENHANCED SCREENSHOTS - Systems and methods for generating and providing enhanced screenshots may include executing instructions stored in memory to evaluate at least a portion of a viewing frustum generated by the instructions to determine one or more objects included therein, obtain metadata associated with the one or more objects, and generate at least one enhanced screenshot indicative of the at least a portion of the viewing frustum by associating the metadata of each of the one or more objects with a location of each of the one or more objects within the at least one enhanced screenshot to create hotspots indicative of each of the one or more objects such that selection at least one hotspot by a computing system causes at least a portion of the metadata associated with the at least one hotspot to be displayed on a display device of a computing system. | 10-25-2012 |
20140004951 | INTERACTIVE SPECTATOR FEATURES FOR GAMING ENVIRONMENTS | 01-02-2014 |
20140018157 | REWARD-BASED FEATURES FOR VIDEOGAME OBSERVERS - Reward-based features for videogame observers are provided herein. Exemplary methods for providing reward-based features for videogame observers may include receiving, via a networked gaming system, a request from a videogame observer to provide a virtual reward to a player within the gaming environment, the videogame observer being a non-participant in a game occurring within the gaming environment; and providing, within the gaming environment, the virtual reward to the player. | 01-16-2014 |
20140176536 | Systems and Methods for Generating Enhanced Screenshots - Systems and methods for generating and providing enhanced screenshots may include executing instructions stored in memory to evaluate at least a portion of a viewing frustum generated by the instructions to determine one or more objects included therein, obtain metadata associated with the one or more objects, and generate at least one enhanced screenshot indicative of the at least a portion of the viewing frustum by associating the metadata of each of the one or more objects with a location of each of the one or more objects within the at least one enhanced screenshot to create hotspots indicative of each of the one or more objects such that selection at least one hotspot by a computing system causes at least a portion of the metadata associated with the at least one hotspot to be displayed on a display device of a computing system. | 06-26-2014 |
Tara Youngblood, Mooresville, NC US
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20160029808 | ARTICLE COMPRISING A TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONED SURFACE, THERMOELECTRIC CONTROL UNIT, AND METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONING THE SURFACE OF AN ARTICLE - A thermoelectric control unit is adapted for regulating liquid temperature in a hydraulic circuit. The control unit comprises a housing, and a liquid reservoir for containing a liquid inside the housing. The reservoir has a fill opening, a liquid outlet, and a liquid return. A conduit assembly extends from the liquid outlet to the liquid return. A pump is operatively connected to the reservoir, and is adapted for moving the liquid through the conduit assembly within the hydraulic circuit. A first heat exchanger communicates with the liquid reservoir. A second heat exchanger resides adjacent the first heat exchanger, and communicates with an environment outside of the liquid reservoir and inside of the housing. A substantially planar thermoelectric cooling module is located at an electrified junction between the first and second heat exchangers. | 02-04-2016 |
Terry Youngblood, Fort Worth, TX US
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20080270341 | Virtual surgical assistant - An improved surgical assistance system provides a chronological listing of instructions, including surgeon-specific preferences, for use by a surgical scrub during a surgical procedure. | 10-30-2008 |
Thomas Youngblood, Midland, TX US
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20130174838 | DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR THERAPEUTICALLY CONDITIONED AIR - An apparatus for delivery of therapeutically conditioned air to a patient may include a hollow flexible tube and at least one clamp attached to the tube. A shape retention wire may be engaged with the tube. The apparatus may be configured to direct the therapeutically conditioned air to a region near the patient's nose and mouth without being attached to the patient. | 07-11-2013 |
20150122256 | DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR THERAPEUTICALLY CONDITIONED AIR - An apparatus for delivery of therapeutically conditioned air to a patient may include a hollow flexible tube and at least one damp attached to the tube. A shape retention wire may be engaged with the tube. The apparatus may be configured to direct the therapeutically conditioned aft to a region near the patient's nose and mouth without being attached to the patient. | 05-07-2015 |
Todd Youngblood, Mooresville, NC US
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20160029808 | ARTICLE COMPRISING A TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONED SURFACE, THERMOELECTRIC CONTROL UNIT, AND METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONING THE SURFACE OF AN ARTICLE - A thermoelectric control unit is adapted for regulating liquid temperature in a hydraulic circuit. The control unit comprises a housing, and a liquid reservoir for containing a liquid inside the housing. The reservoir has a fill opening, a liquid outlet, and a liquid return. A conduit assembly extends from the liquid outlet to the liquid return. A pump is operatively connected to the reservoir, and is adapted for moving the liquid through the conduit assembly within the hydraulic circuit. A first heat exchanger communicates with the liquid reservoir. A second heat exchanger resides adjacent the first heat exchanger, and communicates with an environment outside of the liquid reservoir and inside of the housing. A substantially planar thermoelectric cooling module is located at an electrified junction between the first and second heat exchangers. | 02-04-2016 |
Todd Youngblood US
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20160029808 | ARTICLE COMPRISING A TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONED SURFACE, THERMOELECTRIC CONTROL UNIT, AND METHOD FOR TEMPERATURE-CONDITIONING THE SURFACE OF AN ARTICLE - A thermoelectric control unit is adapted for regulating liquid temperature in a hydraulic circuit. The control unit comprises a housing, and a liquid reservoir for containing a liquid inside the housing. The reservoir has a fill opening, a liquid outlet, and a liquid return. A conduit assembly extends from the liquid outlet to the liquid return. A pump is operatively connected to the reservoir, and is adapted for moving the liquid through the conduit assembly within the hydraulic circuit. A first heat exchanger communicates with the liquid reservoir. A second heat exchanger resides adjacent the first heat exchanger, and communicates with an environment outside of the liquid reservoir and inside of the housing. A substantially planar thermoelectric cooling module is located at an electrified junction between the first and second heat exchangers. | 02-04-2016 |
William Patrick Youngblood, Hartsville, SC US
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20120068028 | BEVERAGE HOLDER FOR POOL NOODLE - A beverage device comprising a beverage holder having an upper end and a lower end with the lower end having a beverage holder connector. A beverage holder support has a connecting end and a locking end. The locking end has a protruding portion having an outside diameter sized to fit inside a pool noodle and an annular wall having an inside diameter sized to fit around the pool noodle. The connecting end has a beverage holder support receiver for receiving the beverage holder connector. | 03-22-2012 |
20150031256 | BEVERAGE HOLDER FOR POOL NOODLE - A beverage device comprising a beverage holder having an upper end and a lower end with the lower end having a beverage holder connector. A beverage holder support has a connecting end and a locking end. The locking end has a protruding portion having an outside diameter sized to fit inside a pool noodle and an annular wall having an inside diameter sized to fit around the pool noodle. The connecting end has a beverage holder support receiver for receiving the beverage holder connector. | 01-29-2015 |
W. Justin Youngblood, State College, PA US
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20110015388 | Substituted benzazoloporphyrazines for polymerization and surface attachment and articles formed therefrom - The present invention provides an article of manufacture formed from a substrate and a benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate. The article may take a variety of different forms and may be for example an electrochromic display, a molecular capacitor, a battery, a solar cell, or a molecular memory device. Methods of making such articles, along with compounds, methods and intermediates useful for making such benzazoloporphyrazines, are also described. | 01-20-2011 |
20120004384 | SUBSTITUTED BENZAZOLOPORPHYRAZINES FOR POLYMERIZATION AND SURFACE ATTACHMENT AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - The present invention provides an article of manufacture formed from a substrate and a benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate. The article may take a variety of different forms and may be for example an electrochromic display, a molecular capacitor, a battery, a solar cell, or a molecular memory device. Methods of making such articles, along with compounds, methods and intermediates useful for making such benzazoloporphyrazines, are also described. | 01-05-2012 |
20120101243 | SUBSTITUTED BENZAZOLOPORPHYRAZINES FOR POLYMERIZATION AND SURFACE ATTACHMENT AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - The present invention provides an article of manufacture formed from a substrate and a benzazoloporphyrazine bound to the substrate. The article may take a variety of different forms and may be for example an electrochromic display, a molecular capacitor, a battery, a solar cell, or a molecular memory device. Methods of making such articles, along with compounds, methods and intermediates useful for making such benzazoloporphyrazines, are also described. | 04-26-2012 |