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Andrew Dean White, Menlo Park, CA US
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20100252167 | Apparatus and method of material bonding using captive plungers - An apparatus and method of material bonding using captive plungers is disclosed. In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a base plate to have multiple holes in an array, multiple captive plungers each surrounded by a compressible spring to couple to the multiple holes in such a way which allows each of the multiple captive plungers to vertically move in a confine of each of the multiple holes corresponding to the each of the multiple captive plungers, and a fastening device to apply a force to bond two or more parts placed on top of each other with a bonding material in between the two or more parts through pressing the base plate to the two or more parts such that the force delivered through the multiple captive plungers to the two or more parts is concentrated to the array. | 10-07-2010 |
Brett Talmadge White, Costa Mesa, CA US
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20090172206 | DETECTION AND CONFIGURATION OF SAS/SATA CONNECTION - Given the different configurations for SAS and SATA Host and Target Ports, embodiments of the present invention automatically detect the configuration of SATA and SAS Phys when any device is inserted into a port enclosure and properly configure the connection regardless of the Phy configuration of the connected device. When a device is connected to the system, the port listens for either a SATA or SAS OOB signal to determine if the receive pin of the port is properly connected to the transmit signal of the attached device. By switching the configuration periodically and listening for the OOB signal, the port can determine which configuration is proper. Once a signal is detected, the port can properly configure the connection and continue with the SATA or SAS insertion algorithm. A user may alternatively choose which configuration to use and bypass the automatic detection and configuration. | 07-02-2009 |
Brian Nelson White, Los Alamitos, CA US
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20110086403 | PHOTOINHIBITION OF MICROBIAL NITRIFICATION IN POTABLE WATER - A system for the photo-inhibition of microbial nitrification of potable water may include overhead, floating or submerged lamps (fluorescent, incandescent, LED, etc. . . . ) with spectral emission between 315-430 nm, headspace and submerged light meters for measuring the intensity above and below the water surface, a water mixing device to manage full water column dose, and a controller for operating associated lamp and mixer operations. The applied irradiance may typically be equal to or exceed 0.01 W/m | 04-14-2011 |
20140054240 | PHOTOINHIBITION OF MICROBIAL NITRIFICATION IN POTABLE WATER - A method for providing a dose of visible light in covered drinking water storage facilities to control nitrification. In one embodiment, the method includes irradiating the water with a dose of visible light sufficient to inhibit microbial nitrification of the water. In one embodiment, the dose of visible light has a wavelength from approximately 400 Hz to approximately 700 Hz. In another embodiment, the dose of visible light has a wavelength from approximately 550 Hz to approximately 700 Hz. In a further embodiment, the dose of visible light has a wavelength from approximately 380 Hz to approximately 430 Hz. | 02-27-2014 |
Bruce Sands White, Fountain Valley, CA US
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20080257276 | ANIMAL TRANSPORT DEVICE - A pet transportation device is provided. The pet transportation device is provided whereby the device is easily adaptable to a mobile unit including a bicycle, scooter and/or motorcycle. In an exemplary embodiment, the pet transportation device has at least a wire basket carrier which is adapted to placement and holding of the pet during transport and at least a cover portion which encloses about the head portion of the pet and may be adapted for folding when not desired by the individual. The basket may be removably attached to at least a portion of the handlebars of a mobile unit by a clamping means and may have padded rail support incorporated thereon. Additionally, the pet transport device may additionally have a liner and/or cushion to protect the limbs of the animal from protruding away from the pet transport device. | 10-23-2008 |
Carson R. White, Calabasas, CA US
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20110121924 | CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING A CONNECTOR ARRANGEMENT UTILIZING THE CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY - A connector assembly includes, but is not limited to, a body having a top side and a bottom side. A bottom signal plate is connected to the bottom side and is configured for capacitive coupling to a conductor of a coplanar waveguide. A bottom grounding plate is connected to the bottom side and is spaced apart from the bottom signal plate. The bottom grounding plate is configured for capacitive coupling to a grounding plane of the coplanar waveguide. A first electrically conductive pathway is electrically connected to the bottom signal plate and extends to the top side. A second electrically conductive pathway is electrically connected to the bottom grounding plate and extends to the top side. A dielectric adhesive at least partially covers a bottom portion of the connector assembly. | 05-26-2011 |
20120068896 | MICROWAVE ANTENNA ASSEMBLIES - A microwave antenna assembly includes a first dielectric layer, a second dielectric layer, a conductive layer, a first conductive patch, and a second conductive patch. The conductive layer is disposed in an inner region between the first dielectric layer and the second dielectric layer. The conductive layer includes a slot. A first conductive patch is surrounded by the slot. The second conductive patch is disposed against the second dielectric layer outside the inner region, and is electromagnetically coupled to the first conductive patch. | 03-22-2012 |
Carson R. White, Westlake Village, CA US
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20120068897 | ANTENNA SYSTEM AND FILTER - Antenna systems and antenna filters are provided, for example for use in a windshield or on a roof of a vehicle. An antenna system comprises a first antenna, a second antenna, and a filter. The first antenna is configured to operate at a first frequency. The second antenna is configured to operate at a second frequency. The filter is coupled to the first antenna. The filter is configured to create an open circuit condition at the second frequency and reduce secondary radiation between the first and second antennas. | 03-22-2012 |
20120127050 | MULTI-FUNCTION ANTENNA - An antenna includes a CPW transmission line and a radiating portion. The radiating portion is coupled to the CPW transmission line and is substantially coplanar with the CPW transmission line. The radiating portion is configured to produce a first linear polarization at a first frequency, a circular polarization at a second frequency, and a second linear polarization at a third frequency. The radiating portion includes a conductive material extending from the CPW transmission line and forming a plurality of openings in the radiating portion. The openings are asymmetric with respect to a first region of the radiating portion that is disposed on a first side of the CPW transmission line and a second region of the radiating portion that is disposed on a second side of the CPW transmission line. | 05-24-2012 |
20120218154 | SLOT ANTENNA IN A SOLAR-REFLECTIVE GLAZING - The described method and system provide an antenna feed for a slot antenna that may be patterned into a solar-reflective glazing layer with a virtual ground that is a short electrical distance from the antenna. One implementation of the present invention provides an antenna feed for a slot antenna patterned into the solar-reflective glazing used in a vehicle windshield. Because the antenna feed may incorporate a virtual ground that is a short electrical distance from the slot antenna, antenna performance may be improved over conventional on-glass vehicle antenna systems which use the vehicle chassis as a ground. Furthermore, patterning the slot antenna into the solar-reflective glazing layer and using a virtual ground in the antenna feed provides flexibility in antenna placement. | 08-30-2012 |
20130293435 | ANTENNA ARRAY WITH WIDE-BAND REACTANCE CANCELLATION - An antenna array containing two or more radiating elements, with nearest neighbor radiating elements connected together with a non-Foster circuit at terminals of the radiating elements such that mutual reactance of the elements is reduced over a wider bandwidth than which would be obtained if the non-Foster circuits were omitted. | 11-07-2013 |
Charles White, Los Altos, CA US
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20080254825 | Wearable ultra-thin miniaturized mobile communications - A cellular telephone is provided with a wearable housing, desirably in a form which can be concealed in the user's clothing, wallet, or other place. The housing may be devoid of switches or buttons for controlling the cellular telephone, and control inputs can be provided through free space communications such as a short-range radio link. A module for use in portable communications devices includes chips superposed on one another on a stack, and incorporates an interposer for facilitating connections between the chips. | 10-16-2008 |
20080296709 | Chip assembly - The present invention provides an integrated circuit chip assembly and a method of manufacturing the same. The assembly includes a package element having a top surface and an integrated circuit chip having a top surface, a bottom surface, edge surface between the top and bottom surfaces, and contacts exposed at the top surface. The package element is disposed below the chip with the top surface of the package element facing toward the bottom surface of the chip. At least one spacer element resides between the top surface of the package element and the bottom surface of the chip. According to one embodiment, the at least one spacer element may form a substantially closed cavity between the package element and the integrated circuit chip. According to another embodiment, first conductive features may extend from the contacts of the chip along the top surface, and at least some of said first conductive features extend along at least one of the edge surfaces of the chip. | 12-04-2008 |
20120196650 | WEARABLE ULTRA-THIN MINIATURIZED MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS - A cellular telephone is provided with a wearable housing, desirably in a form which can be concealed in the user's clothing, wallet, or other place. The housing may be devoid of switches or buttons for controlling the cellular telephone, and control inputs can be provided through free space communications such as a short-range radio link. A module for use in portable communications devices includes chips superposed on one another on a stack, and incorporates an interposer for facilitating connections between the chips. | 08-02-2012 |
20140308987 | WEARABLE ULTRA-THIN MINIATURIZED MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS - A device is provided with a housing adapted to engage a portion of a head of a user, such as the ear of the user. The device includes a camera component adapted to face in the same direction as the user when engaged with the portion of the head of the user. The device may be adapted to be controlled using voice commands from the user | 10-16-2014 |
Charles A. White, Oakland, CA US
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20080306874 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING A PRODUCT THROUGH A DISTRIBUTION CHAIN - A method and system for distributing products is provided. The distribution system enables a manufacturer of a product to define one or more allowed distribution paths, and to limit distribution of their product to only an allowed distribution path. The system provides an embedded processor in or on a product, with the embedded processor controlling access to some utility or feature of the product. In this way, the product is not usable or is undesirable until an authorized activation process has occurred. To control the distribution chain, a set of distribution rules is defined that sets allowed or excluded distributors and retailers for products or sets of products. When the product is moved to the next distributor, or presented at a point-of-sale, the rules are compared to the actual recorded distribution chain. If the distribution chain is proper, then the product may be activated, or moved to the next distribution entity. If the distribution chain is not proper, than the product may be permanently disabled, or a response may be generated that penalized the infracting distributor. | 12-11-2008 |
20130191233 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING ACCESS TO BENEFITS ASSOCIATED WITH PRODUCTS - Systems and methods for managing access to electronic products are described. In an embodiment, a system implemented method includes receiving, from a source, a first code associated with an item; receiving, from another source, another first code and a second code associated with the item; evaluating the first code with the another first code; associating the second code with the first code based on a result from the evaluating; identifying an access key, and transmitting the access key to the second source, the access key is for accessing one or more rights associated with the item. | 07-25-2013 |
20130198858 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A CONTENT AUTHORIZATION SERVICE - A content authorization service is described, including receiving, from a first source, information comprises a key for accessing content recorded on a disc; storing the key, a pre-recorded media serial number (PMSN), and a product serial number (PSN); receiving, from a second source, another PSN, the another PSN; determining that the PSN and the another PSN is a same code; recording data that indicates the disc is authenticated if the PSN and the another PSN is the same code; receiving, from a third source, at least one of the PSN and the PMSN; determining that the at least one of the PSN and the PMSN identifies the disc; and if the at least one of the PSN and the PMSN identifies the disc, transmitting the key to the third source, the key enables access to the content recorded on the disc. | 08-01-2013 |
20130198859 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A PRODUCT AUTHORIZATION SERVICE - A product authorization service is described, including receiving, from a first source, an item serial number (ISN) of a product and an item-specific key (ISK) for the product; receiving, from a second source, a product-package serial number (PPSN) associated with the product and information about the second source; storing the received PSN with an authorized indication based on the information about the second source indicating an authorized source; receiving, from the product, the PSN and the ISN; determining whether the PSN is the same as the receive PSN with the authorized indication; and if the PSN is the same as the receive PSN, transmitting the ISK to the product, the ISK enables activation of one or more features of the product. | 08-01-2013 |
20130219520 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONTROLLING RIGHTS ASSOCIATED WITH A PRODUCT - Controlling rights associated with a product is described, including receiving, from a source, a first code of a media product, the first code is unique to the media product; authorizing the media product based on the first code and information about the source; receiving, from another source, the first code and a second code of media the product, the second code is unique to the media product; determining whether the first code is authorized; if the first code is authorized, identifying an encryption key for the media product based on the second code, and transmitting the encryption key to the second source, the encryption key enables access to content of the media product | 08-22-2013 |
20140304167 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MANAGING ACCESS TO BENEFITS ASSOCIATED WITH PRODUCTS - Systems and methods for managing access to electronic products are described. In an embodiment, a system implemented method includes receiving, from a source, a first code associated with an item; receiving, from another source, another first code and a second code associated with the item; evaluating the first code with the another first code; associating the second code with the first code based on a result from the evaluating; identifying an access key, and transmitting the access key to the second source, the access key is for accessing one or more rights associated with the item. | 10-09-2014 |
Christopher White, San Fancisco, CA US
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20090172739 | User Interface for Interactive Television Systems - An interactive television system transmits and displays a television program having an associated channel. The system also transmits and displays an interactive television mode indicator if the displayed television program supports an interactive television mode. The interactive television mode is activated in response to a request from a viewer of the television program to activate the interactive television mode. The system updates a channel status list to indicate that the television program is being viewed in the interactive television mode. The system is also able to handle requests for activating an online television mode. When changing channels, the channel status list is used to restore a previously activated interactive television mode or online television mode for a particular television channel. Two different indicators may be transmitted and displayed to indicate whether the television program supports an interactive television mode and/or an online television mode. | 07-02-2009 |
Christopher J. White, Los Altos, CA US
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20120060052 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING MEDIA SERVER REDUNDANCY IN A NETWORK ENVIRONMENT - A method is provided in one example embodiment and includes evaluating a first plurality of messages from a media server configured to receive a media stream. The first plurality of messages is indicative of an active state for the media server. The method also includes detecting an anomaly associated with a portion of the first plurality of messages. The anomaly is associated with a failure of the media server. The method can also include activating a failover media server to receive the media stream based on the anomaly, and evaluating a second plurality of messages. The second plurality of messages is indicative of a resumed active state for the media server that experienced the failure. The failover media server can be deactivated based on the resumed active state. Media metadata can be communicated from the failover media server to the media server that experienced the failure. | 03-08-2012 |
20120060053 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING MEDIA SERVER REDUNDANCY IN A NETWORK ENVIRONMENT - A method is provided in one example embodiment and includes evaluating an active state of a media server configured to capture a media stream from one or more media sources. The method also includes determining a failure associated with the media server, and activating a failover media server to receive the media stream based on the failure. The method further includes replicating configuration data associated with the media server that experienced the failure. The configuration data can be provisioned in a suitable database. The failover media server is configured using the configuration data. | 03-08-2012 |
20120072524 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RECORDING DATA IN A NETWORK ENVIRONMENT - A method is provided in one example embodiment and includes receiving a signal to record a media stream, and recording the media stream in a first file that has a preconfigured length. If the media stream being recorded exceeds the preconfigured length then a second file is used to continue recording the media stream. The second file can have the same preconfigured length as the first file. The method also includes receiving a signal to stop recording the media stream, and storing metadata associated with the media stream in a database. In specific implementations, the metadata can include a unique file name associated with the media stream, a directory name of a disk directory, a first time indicative of when the recording started, and a second time indicative of when the recording ended. | 03-22-2012 |
Daniel Mark White, Sonoma, CA US
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20090096144 | Door carrier and mounting device - A transport carriage for the installation and removal of doors, allows the door to be raised or lowered and aligned before removal from the device. The device is capable of installing standard and pre-hung doors at both the finish and sub-floor stage of construction. | 04-16-2009 |
David A. White, Morgan Hill, CA US
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20090259316 | Spacer Devices and Systems for the Treatment of Spinal Stenosis and Methods for Using the Same - Spacer devices for treating spinal stenosis are provided herein. In some example embodiments, these devices are configured for attachment on the interspinous ligaments with minimal injury thereto. Also provided are systems for the delivery of the spacer devices, tools for measuring and assessing the interspinous space and methods for using the same. | 10-15-2009 |
20110071568 | Spacer Devices Having Retainers And Systems For The Treatment Of Spinal Stenosis And Methods For Using The Same - Spacer devices for treating spinal stenosis are provided herein, as are methods for using the same. In some example embodiments, these devices are configured for attachment over or through the interspinous ligaments. These devices generally include a spacer portion and an attachable retainer. Also provided are systems for the delivery of the spacer devices and methods for using the same. | 03-24-2011 |
David J. White, La Mesa, CA US
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20080233525 | Turbine engine having folded annular jet combustor - A combustor for a turbine engine is disclosed. The combustor may have a can-like dilution zone, a primary combustion zone, and a secondary combustion zone. The primary combustion zone may be disposed radially about the can-like dilution zone. The secondary combustion zone may be disposed at an end of the can-like dilution zone to fluidly communicate the primary combustion zone and the can-like dilution zone. | 09-25-2008 |
David L. White, Oakland, CA US
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20090016579 | Method and system for performing quality control of medical images in a clinical trial - A method for performing quality control on medical images in a clinical trial setting. In one embodiment, the method includes the steps of designating an image as reference image; obtaining attribute data from the reference image as reference attribute data; storing the reference image and the reference attribute data; subsequently taking a second image; obtaining attribute data from the second image as second attribute data; comparing the second image with the reference image on a single output screen; and denoting on the single output screen the second attribute data associated with the second image which differs from the reference data associated with the reference image. | 01-15-2009 |
Dean S. White, Belmont, CA US
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20090098954 | Methods and means for lifting jumper - A leg device with means for gripping, or handles, is used to aid in lifting a jumping player, especially for lineouts in Rugby Union. The simple, reusable, easy to use leg device provides a level of effectiveness, comfort, convenience, and safety not provided by conventional methods. In a leg sleeve embodiment, means for gripping include a thickened band or grip attached to a sleeve material. The means for gripping may be formed by attaching a semi-rigid material. The means for gripping may be formed by attaching extra layers in sections, in rolls, in folds. The means for gripping may be shaped to match the hand of a lifter. The means for gripping may comprise memory foam. The leg sleeve may further comprise a knee cutout or a hamstring cutout. To use, leg sleeves are applied to the legs of a jumper. Other embodiments of leg devices include leg glove or mitt and various leg straps. When the jumper jumps, one or more lifters grip the leg device. The lifters lift the jumper higher, support the jumper in the jump while the jumper attempts to intercept a ball, and safely lower the jumper. Non-elastic leg straps many including padding or warrior fringe. | 04-16-2009 |
Dirk White, Temecula, CA US
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20110004551 | CONSOLIDATED PAYMENT ACCOUNT SYSTEM AND METHOD - The present invention provides a system and method for providing and/or facilitating complete on-line payment services while protecting the privacy of the transaction participants. The comprehensive payment service is based upon a consolidated account used to store value acquired through on-line transactions. The invention provides private payment numbers for protecting the identities of the participants and includes processes for authenticating participants, authorizing transactions, and settling payments. Thus, the present invention enables merchants to effectively accept non-standard forms of payment without changing their current payment infrastructures and enables the provision of value for purchases at any network merchant using any source of value. | 01-06-2011 |
Donovan Steve White, Poway, CA US
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20100262988 | Cable Television Secure Communication System for One Way Restricted Access - Methods and apparatus permit a one-way downloadable security for electronic signals such as cable television, free-to-air, direct broadcast satellite, electronic device enablement, and other services. The system can allow a broadcast transmission capability ( | 10-14-2010 |
20100268771 | NETWORK SECURITY SYSTEM AND METHOD - In a security system for network communications with client devices, each client device has a communication module for communicating with at least one server over a network, a data storage module for storing one or more covert data values of one or more operational events at the client device, and a covert identifier generating module which creates at least one covert identifier based on the stored covert data values. The covert identifier is provided in one or more network messages to the server, or otherwise sent to the service provider, and may be provided in response to a specific request received over the network, or routinely in one or more messages normally involved in network communications. The server compares covert identifiers received from client devices having the same client identifier in order to detect possible clones. | 10-21-2010 |
20130315396 | Internet Communication System For Secure Restricted Access - Methods and apparatus permit a one-way downloadable security for electronic signals such as cable television, free-to-air, direct broadcast satellite, internet, electronic device enablement, and other services. The system can allow a broadcast transmission capability ( | 11-28-2013 |
Douglas M. White, Petaluma, CA US
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20110203408 | Quick release pedal mounting structure and system - A releasable pedal mounting system having a pedal adapter that is adapted to engage a pedal and a pedal support member that is engageable to an apparatus, the support member including pedal adapter retention means that is adapted to allow mounting of the pedal adapter to the pedal support member when the pedal adapter retention means is in a first position and slideable engagement of the pedal adapter retention means to the pedal adapter retention region when in a second position, whereby the pedal adapter is secured to the pedal support member in a locked position. | 08-25-2011 |
Edward Jason White, Pleasanton, CA US
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20090285718 | Polymer Active Complex Fibers - The invention comprises a method of forming functionally active fibers and substrates comprising functionally active fibers. The method includes forming a mixture of at least one poly vinyl polymer and at least one bleaching active. The mixture is then injected at a controlled flow rate into an electric field to cause the mixture to at least partially form fine fibers that have an average diameter of less than about 1000 nanometers. | 11-19-2009 |
20100080993 | Electrospun Functional Fibers - The invention comprises a method of forming functionally active fibers and substrates formed with functionally active fibers. The method includes forming a mixture of at least one polymer and at least one functional active. The mixture is then injected at a controlled flow rate into an electric field to cause the mixture to at least partially form fine fibers that have an average diameter of less than about 1000 nanometers. | 04-01-2010 |
20120137459 | FIBROUS SUBSTRATE WITH A SOLID HYPOHALITE PRECIPITATE FORMED THEREIN AND PROCESS OF MAKING - A cleaning substrate which comprises at least one layer of a solid hypohalite precipitate, wherein the hypohalite precipitate is formed in situ on the layer of substrate material. A process for making a fibrous cleaning substrate comprising the steps of: a) providing at least one layer of fibrous material; b) exposing the fibrous layer to an aqueous alkaline earth salt solution; c) treating the fibrous layer with a hypochlorite solution; d) allowing the aqueous alkaline earth salt solution combine with the hypochlorite solution to form a solid hypochlorite precipitate around the fibers in the fibrous material and a liquid phase, and e) removing at least 65% of the liquid phase from the fibrous substrate. | 06-07-2012 |
20120141568 | FIBROUS SUBSTRATE WITH A SOLID HYPOHALITE PRECIPITATE FORMED THEREIN AND PROCESS OF MAKING - A cleaning substrate which comprises at least one layer of a solid hypohalite precipitate, wherein the hypohalite precipitate is formed in situ on the layer of substrate material. A process for making a fibrous cleaning substrate comprising the steps of: a) providing at least one layer of fibrous material; b) exposing the fibrous layer to an aqueous alkaline earth salt solution; c) treating the fibrous layer with a hypochlorite solution; d) allowing the aqueous alkaline earth salt solution combine with the hypochlorite solution to form a solid hypochlorite precipitate around the fibers in the fibrous material and a liquid phase, and e) removing at least 65% of the liquid phase from the fibrous substrate. | 06-07-2012 |
Evan Carl White, Fair Oaks, CA US
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20090117563 | Identification of TRPML3 (MCOLN3) as a Salty Taste Receptor and Use in Assays for Identifying Taste (Salty) Modulators and/or Therapeutics that Modulate Sodium Transport, Absorption or Excretion and/or Aldosterone and/or Vasopressin Production or Release - This invention relates to the elucidation that TRPML3 is involved in salty taste perception in primates including humans and likely other mammals (given the significance of sodium and other ions to physiological functions and conditions this phenotype is likely strongly conserved in different animals). The invention also relates to the discovery that the TRPML3 gene also modulates one or more of sodium metabolism, sodium excretion, blood pressure, fluid retention, cardiac function and urinary functions such as urine production and excretion. The invention also relates to transgenic animals that have been engineered to express or knock out TRPML3 expression and assays using TRPML3 expressing animals, cells and isolated ion channel polypeptides for identifying compounds that modulate TRPML3-associated functions including salty taste, sodium metabolism, sodium excretion, blood pressure, fluid retention, cardiac function and urinary functions such as urine production and excretion. | 05-07-2009 |
20090208946 | Rationale, Methods, and Assays for Identifying Human and Non-Human Primate Taste Specific Genes and Use Thereof in Taste Modulator and Therapeutic Screening Assays - This invention relates to novel rationale and methods for identifying human and primate taste-specific genes, including genes involved in salty taste perception, especially human salty taste perception, but also genes involved in sweet, bitter, umami, and sour taste perception, and genes involved in other taste cell or taste receptor related activities such as digestive function and digestive related diseases, taste cell turnover, immunoregulation of the oral and digestive tract, and metabolic regulation such as in diabetes and obesity, the genes identified using these methods, and assays for identifying taste modulators (enhancers or blockers) and potential therapeutics using these genes. These compounds have potential application in modulating (enhancing or blocking) taste perception, especially salty taste perception and as potential therapeutics. In addition, this invention relates to novel methods for identifying taste-specific genes that can be used as markers for different taste cell types, including sweet, bitter, umami, sour, salty, and other taste cells in mammals as well as assays that measure the activity of the sweet, bitter, umami, or sour receptor in the presence of these genes to identify modulators of sweet, bitter, umami, and sour taste and to identify therapeutics especially for treating digestive or metabolic disorders, taste loss, and oral infections. Particularly, the genes identified herein and antibodies or oligos thereto can be used as markers to identify and/or purify specific taste cells e.g., from taste cell suspensions by use of FACS or magnetic bead cell selection or other known cell purification and isolation procedures. | 08-20-2009 |
20090210953 | Identification of TRPML3 (MCOLN3) as a salty taste receptor and use in assays for identifying taste (salty) modulators and/or therapeutics that modulate sodium transport, absorption or excretion and/or aldosterone, and/or vasopressin production or release - The present invention relates to the elucidation that TRPML3 is involved in salty taste perception in primates including humans and likely other mammals and based thereon high-throughput mammalian and medium-throughput oocyte-based electrophysiological assays for identifying human TRPML3 modulators, preferably TRPML3 enhancers. Compounds that modulate TRPML3 function in the assay are expected to affect salty taste in humans. The inventive electrophysiological assays, such as the two-electrode voltage-clamp technique, facilitate the identification of compounds which specifically modulate human TRPML3. The assays of the invention provide a robust screen useful to detect compounds that facilitate (enhance) or inhibit TRPML3 function. Compounds that enhance or block TRPML3 channel activity should thereby modulate salty taste. In addition, these compounds may be used to regulate sodium excretion, urinary output and other biological functions relating to sodium levels and TRPML3 related functions. | 08-20-2009 |
20110281753 | RATIONALE, METHODS, AND ASSAYS FOR IDENTIFYING HUMAN AND NON-HUMAN PRIMATE TASTE SPECIFIC GENES AND USE THEREOF IN TASTE MODULATOR AND THERAPEUTIC SCREENING ASSAYS - This invention relates to novel rationale and methods for identifying human and primate taste-specific genes, including genes involved in salty taste perception, especially human salty taste perception, but also genes involved in sweet, bitter, umami, and sour taste perception, and genes involved in other taste cell or taste receptor related activities such as digestive function and digestive related diseases, taste cell turnover, immunoregulation of the oral and digestive tract, and metabolic regulation such as in diabetes and obesity, the genes identified using these methods, and assays for identifying taste modulators (enhancers or blockers) and potential therapeutics using these genes. These compounds have potential application in modulating (enhancing or blocking) taste perception, especially salty taste perception and as potential therapeutics. In addition, this invention relates to novel methods for identifying taste-specific genes that can be used as markers for different taste cell types, including sweet, bitter, umami, sour, salty, and other taste cells in mammals as well as assays that measure the activity of the sweet, bitter, umami, or sour receptor in the presence of these genes to identify modulators of sweet, bitter, umami, and sour taste and to identify therapeutics especially for treating digestive or metabolic disorders, taste loss, and oral infections. Particularly, the genes identified herein and antibodies or oligos thereto can be used as markers to identify and/or purify specific taste cells e.g., from taste cell suspensions by use of FACS or magnetic bead cell selection or other known cell purification and isolation procedures. | 11-17-2011 |
20140206004 | RATIONALE, METHODS, AND ASSAYS FOR IDENTIFYING HUMAN AND NON-HUMAN PRIMATE TASTE SPECIFIC GENES AND USE THEREOF IN TASTE MODULATOR AND THERAPEUTIC SCREENING ASSAYS - This invention relates to novel rationale and methods for identifying human and primate taste-specific genes, including genes involved in salty taste perception, especially human salty taste perception, but also genes involved in sweet, bitter, umami, and sour taste perception, and genes involved in other taste cell or taste receptor related activities such as digestive function and digestive related diseases, taste cell turnover, immunoregulation of the oral and digestive tract, and metabolic regulation such as in diabetes and obesity, the genes identified using these methods, and assays for identifying taste modulators (enhancers or blockers) and potential therapeutics using these genes. These compounds have potential application in modulating (enhancing or blocking) taste perception, especially salty taste perception and as potential therapeutics. In addition, this invention relates to novel methods for identifying taste-specific genes that can be used as markers for different taste cell types, including sweet, bitter, umami, sour, salty, and other taste cells in mammals as well as assays that measure the activity of the sweet, bitter, umami, or sour receptor in the presence of these genes to identify modulators of sweet, bitter, umami, and sour taste and to identify therapeutics especially for treating digestive or metabolic disorders, taste loss, and oral infections. Particularly, the genes identified herein and antibodies or oligos thereto can be used as markers to identify and/or purify specific taste cells e.g., from taste cell suspensions by use of FACS or magnetic bead cell selection or other known cell purification and isolation procedures. | 07-24-2014 |
Gareth Dean White, Walnut Creek, CA US
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20110283232 | USER INTERFACE FOR PUBLIC AND PERSONAL CONTENT BROWSING AND SELECTION IN A CONTENT SYSTEM - A computer-implemented system and method providing a user interface for content browsing and selection in a content system. Embodiments include: gathering available content information related to a plurality of content items from a plurality of content sources via a data network, the plurality of content sources including a public content source and a personal content source; processing the content information, using a processor, to provide digital representations of the plurality of content items, the digital representations including a digital representation of a public content item from the public content source and a digital representation of a personal content item from the personal content source; and displaying available content information related to the selected content item in response to receiving a selection of the content item, the available content information including at least one user-selectable command option for obtaining an additional level of detailed information related to the selected content item. | 11-17-2011 |
20110289452 | USER INTERFACE FOR CONTENT BROWSING AND SELECTION IN A CONTENT SYSTEM - A computer-implemented system and method for providing a user interface for content browsing and selection in a content system. Embodiments include: gathering available content information related to particular items of content from at least one source of a plurality of content sources; processing the content information to provide a digital representation of a content item; receiving a selection of the content item, the selection being in response to a user action performed on the digital representation corresponding to the content item; and displaying an expanded dimension of information associated with the selected content item in response to receiving the selection of the content item, the expanded dimension of information including at least one user-selectable command option to obtain an additional level of detailed information related to the selected content item. | 11-24-2011 |
20110289533 | CACHING DATA IN A CONTENT SYSTEM - A computer-implemented system and method for caching data in a content system. Embodiments include: gathering affinity information related to a particular user's affinity for particular types of content; receiving a data object related to a particular item of content from at least one source of a plurality of content sources via a data network; assigning, by use of a processor, a weight to the data object based on the affinity information; and flushing the data object from a content/content information cache based on the weight assigned to the data object. | 11-24-2011 |
George White, Corona, CA US
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20110028997 | BONE ANCHOR INSERTION DEVICE - A bone anchor insertion device comprises a handle, a nosepiece connected to a distal end of the handle, a bone anchor connected to the nosepiece, and an actuator disposed on the handle for deploying the bone anchor, which suture is also fixed to a portion of soft tissue to be attached to a portion of bone. A suture ratchet or tensioning mechanism is disposed in the handle for tensioning suture which is associated with the bone anchor. This mechanism permits precise tensioning, while also permitting one-handed operation, thereby allowing the practitioner to use his or her other hand for other activities, such as camera operation or the like. | 02-03-2011 |
Greg White, San Anselmo, CA US
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20090157426 | METHODS, APPARATUSES & COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCTS FOR FACILITATING EFFICIENT DISTRIBUTION OF DATA WITHIN A SYSTEM - A method, apparatus, system and computer program product are provided for facilitating connection of source devices that are capable of generating data to one or more destination devices which may receive the generated data. The data generated by the source devices may be in different data formats and the source devices may be maintained and operated by different institutions and facilities. Similarly, the destination devices may be maintained and operated by different institutions and facilities. In this regard, an apparatus may be configured to receive the data generated by the source devices and convert the data to one or more codes which represent the results of the data generated by the source devices. The codes may be used by the apparatus to convert or translate the data into a format or template that is specific to an institution or facility that maintains or operates one of the destination devices. | 06-18-2009 |
James E. White, San Carlos, CA US
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20110225227 | Network System Extensible By Users - In one aspect, a network system includes a user interface which allows a user to interact with the network system. An agent server is coupled to the user interface. The agent server manages the operation of the network system. Furthermore, the agent server in conjunction with the user interface is operable to create or modify an agent in response to interaction by the user. In another aspect, a network system includes an agent server which manages the operation of the network system. An agent is operable to utilize a service within the network system. A service wrapper, associated with the service, cooperates with the agent server to mediate interaction between the service and the agent. | 09-15-2011 |
James R. White, San Mateo, CA US
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20120133364 | METHOD OF AND APPARATUS FOR IN-SITU MEASUREMENT OF DEGRADATION OF AUTOMOTIVE FLUIDS AND THE LIKE BY MICRO-ELECTRON SPIN RESONANCE (ESR) SPECTROMETRY - A method of and miniaturized apparatus adapted for in-situ measurement of degradation of automotive fluids and the like by micro-electron spin resonance (ESR) spectrometry, wherein the use of a modulated constant magnetic field in an RF resonating variable frequency microwave cavity resonator through which a fluid sample is passed, enables direct detection of molecular changes in such fluid sample resulting from fluid degradation during use. | 05-31-2012 |
James R. White, San Bruno, CA US
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20090115416 | Method of and apparatus for in-situ measurement of degradation of automotive fluids and the like by Micro-Electron Spin Resonance (ESR) spectrometry - A method of and miniaturized apparatus adapted for in-situ measurement of degradation of automotive fluids and the like by micro-electron spin resonance (ESR) spectrometry, wherein the use of a modulated constant magnetic field in an RF resonating variable frequency microwave cavity resonator through which a fluid sample is passed, enables direct detection of molecular changes in such fluid sample resulting from fluid degradation during use. | 05-07-2009 |
Jason White, Pleasanton, CA US
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20090004433 | Fluid Absorbing and/or Disinfecting Surfacing Materials - A plastic film that includes one or more plastic layers and one or more types of primary additives. The types of primary additive can include a liquid absorbing material, a gas absorbing material, a biocide, a heat generating material, and/or a foaming agent. | 01-01-2009 |
Joe White, Dublin, CA US
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20100232973 | HELICOPTER BLADE MANDREL - Methods and apparatus are provided for making a rotor blade spar from composite material wherein a multi-component mandrel is used to form the composite spar. The mandrel is made using a number of components, which are assembled to provide a structure that is sufficiently strong to maintain the spar shape during pre-cure lay up, compaction and curing of the composite material. The multiple components used to form the mandrel can be separated from each other and easily removed from the spar either before or after curing of the composite material. The mandrel components can then be re-assembled and re-used to form additional composite spars. | 09-16-2010 |
John M. White, Haywar, CA US
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20080268173 | PECVD PROCESS CHAMBER BACKING PLATE REINFORCEMENT - The present invention generally comprises a backing plate reinforcement apparatus for use in a plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition apparatus. When processing large area substrates, the backing plate extending across the chamber may also be quite large. By supporting a central area of the backing plate with a frame structure, the backing plate may be maintained substantially planar. Alternatively, as necessary, the contour of the backing plate may be adjusted to suit the particular needs of the process. | 10-30-2008 |
John W. White, San Francisco, CA US
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20120071856 | Medical Device and Method for Treatment of a Sinus Opening - A medical device and method for the treatment of a sinus opening includes a handle, a guide catheter, a guide wire, a balloon catheter, a guide wire movement mechanism and a balloon catheter movement mechanism. The handle has proximal and distal ends and a longitudinal axis along the length of the handle. The guide catheter is attached to the distal end of the handle and has a catheter lumen. The guide wire and balloon catheter are both disposed at least partially in the handle and catheter lumen. The guide wire movement mechanism and the balloon catheter movement mechanism are both operatively disposed on the handle. In addition, the guide wire movement mechanism is configured for advancement and retraction of the guide wire through the handle and catheter lumen by user operation of the guide wire movement mechanism. Moreover, the guide wire movement mechanism includes an integrated guide wire locking and rotation mechanism configured for rotation of the guide wire and for securely locking and unlocking the guide wire to the guide wire movement mechanism. Furthermore, the balloon catheter movement mechanism is configured for advancement and retraction of the balloon catheter through the handle and catheter lumen by user operation of the balloon catheter movement mechanism. | 03-22-2012 |
20120071857 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR TREATING DISORDERS OF THE SINUSES - A medical device for the treatment of a sinus opening includes a handle, a grooming sheath, a rail, a guide wire, a balloon catheter and a balloon catheter movement mechanism. A method for treating a sinus opening includes inserting a medical device for the treatment of a sinus opening partially into a patient's anatomy, positioning a guide wire operatively extending from a rail of the medical device into a sinus opening of the patient, advancing a balloon catheter from an annular lumen of the medical device and along both the rail of the medical device and the guide wire with a balloon catheter movement mechanism, and inflating the balloon catheter. | 03-22-2012 |
20130184574 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TRANSNASAL IRRIGATION OR SUCTIONING OF THE SINUSES - An irrigation catheter for the treatment of the sinus anatomy is described. The catheter comprises a proximal portion, a rigid middle portion, and a flexible distal portion. The flexible distal portion comprises an irrigation tip and the proximal portion has a stiffness that is intermediate the stiffness of the rigid middle portion and the flexible distal portion. The irrigation tip has a tip opening and one or more radially facing openings. A method for irrigating or suctioning the sinus anatomy includes inserting an irrigation catheter into a patient's anatomy and irrigating or suctioning a target space. | 07-18-2013 |
Lawrence White, Newark, CA US
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20120018421 | MINERAL INSULATED SKIN EFFECT HEATING CABLE - A skin-effect heater cable has inorganic ceramic insulation. The heater cable has at least one core conductor wire within a sheath. Electricity is directed through the core conductor in an outward path and returns along a surface “skin” of the sheath in a return path for generating heat. | 01-26-2012 |
Lloyd S. White, Mountain View, CA US
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20110163002 | PROCESS FOR ENHANCED PROPYLENE YIELD FROM CRACKED HYDROCARBON FEEDSTOCKS AND REDUCED BENZENE IN RESULTING NAPHTHA FRACTIONS - A process in which a catalytic cracking unit is operated to crack a hydrocarbon feedstock in a manner to enhance light olefin yields. The accompanying benzene-containing naphtha product stream is further processed through a benzene selective membrane to provide a low content benzene stream. Refiners frequently operate their cracking units to optimize light olefin yields, e.g. propylene, in response to needs in the petrochemical industry, and it has been discovered that units operated in this manner frequently produce naphtha containing increased amounts of benzene. The method of this invention therefore allows one to operate the unit when it is desired to optimize light olefin yields, yet at the same time produce a naphtha yield having a low benzene content. The invention is particularly useful when the cracking unit utilizes pentasil zeolites at increased concentrations to enhance light olefins yield. | 07-07-2011 |
Martin White, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20090316700 | CASCADED MEMORY TABLES FOR SEARCHING - Devices, systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with cascaded memory tables for searching are described. In one embodiment, an integrated chip is implemented with two or more address tables. The two or more address tables are implemented with separate memory tables to store addresses. The two or more address tables are comprised of a first address table and a second address table. Connection lines connect the first address table and the second address table to create a cascaded address table. Search logic initiates a search of the first address table for an address. If the address is not found, the search logic initiates a search of the second address table through the connection lines. | 12-24-2009 |
20110255540 | System and Method for Adapting a Packet Processing Pipeline - An apparatus for forwarding packets includes a packet processing pipeline having a processing unit that processes packets compliant with a recognized communication protocol. A first port coupled to the packet processing pipeline is configured to receive a packet that does not comply with the recognized communication protocol and has a header that conforms to a second communication protocol. A data extraction unit extracts first destination information from the header of the packet and, based on the first destination information, generates second destination information that conforms to the recognized communication protocol. The processing unit determines, based on the second destination information, an egress interface to which the packet is to be forwarded. | 10-20-2011 |
20120300779 | CASCADED MEMORY TABLES FOR SEARCHING - Devices, systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with cascaded memory tables for searching are described. In one embodiment, an integrated chip is implemented with two or more address tables. The two or more address tables are implemented with separate memory tables to store addresses. The two or more address tables are comprised of a first address table and a second address table. Connection lines connect the first address table and the second address table to create a cascaded address table. Search logic initiates a search of the first address table for an address. If the address is not found, the search logic initiates a search of the second address table through the connection lines. | 11-29-2012 |
20130091579 | INTELLIGENT CONNECTORS INTEGRATING MAGNETIC MODULAR JACKS AND INTELLIGENT PHYSICAL LAYER DEVICES - An apparatus comprises a connector, wherein the connector comprises i) a jack, wherein the jack comprises a) a plurality of electrical terminals, and b) a magnetic component electrically coupled to the plurality of electrical terminals; and ii) a physical layer device, wherein the physical layer device comprises a) a physical layer module, wherein the physical layer module comprises an interface configured to receive packets from the jack, and an interface bus configured to inspect the packets, and b) a network interface configured to, based on the inspection of the packets by the interface bus, provide the packets to a device separate from the physical layer device. | 04-11-2013 |
Marvin S. White, Burbank, CA US
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20120099800 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS USING MOBILE DEVICES FOR AUGMENTED REALITY - Systems, methods, apparatus, means and computer program code for operating a mobile device are provided which includes program instructions for detecting a capture of an image, instructions for detecting a location and a time associated with said capture of said image, instructions for transmitting, to a processing system, a request for information associated with said image, said request including information identifying said location and said time, and instructions for receiving a response from said processing system, said response including information associated with said image. | 04-26-2012 |
Michael A. White, San Jose, CA US
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20110286591 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ACTIVE MOBILE COLLABORATION - A communication system is provided that uses loosely-coupled client-server architectures to improve the efficiency of communications. The communication system includes client and facilitator applications. The client application is a component of processor-based mobile communication devices. The facilitator application is hosted on one or more servers or other processor-based devices, and communicates with the client application via one or more couplings. The facilitator application can also be distributed among one or more portable processor-based devices including the communication devices hosting the client application. The communication system improves efficiency of voice communications by allowing communication device users to dynamically manage how and when mobile calls take place, intelligently screen calls based on caller identity, urgency, and subject matter, determine which contacts in a directory are available to talk and which ones choose not to be disturbed, and increase accessibility of enterprise and personal contact information from mobile phones. | 11-24-2011 |
Michael S. White, San Jose, CA US
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20080316718 | INJECTION/EJECTION MECHANISM - An injection/ejection mechanism is provided for mounting and dismounting of a unit in a chassis. The mechanism includes a drive screw that cooperates with a threaded barrel, the threaded barrel being rotatable for engagement and disengagement with at least one chassis component. The drive screw can be rotated in a first rotational direction to urge the threaded barrel in a first longitudinal direction against at least one chassis component for mounting of the unit and can be rotated in an opposite rotational direction to urge the threaded barrel in an opposite longitudinal direction against at least one chassis component for dismounting of the unit. | 12-25-2008 |
20090316369 | TOOL-LESS VERTICAL PCBA INSULATOR AND SUPPORT/SHIPPING BRACE - A brace for a circuit board vertically mounted on a motherboard includes a first attachment member capable of attaching to an edge of the circuit board distal from the motherboard; a second attachment member capable of attaching to a side edge of the motherboard; and a rigid support connecting the first attachment member and the second attachment member. The rigid support is shaped such that the circuit board is held substantially perpendicular to the motherboard when the brace is attached. An interference minimization device for minimizing the interference of a circuit board vertically mounted on a motherboard includes an attachment member capable of attaching to the circuit board at an end distal from the motherboard; a mating wall that is substantially parallel to the circuit board and abuts the circuit board when the interference minimization device is attached to the circuit board; and a tapered wall that widens from the distal end of the circuit board towards the motherboard. | 12-24-2009 |
20090320267 | EXPANSION CARD CARRIER AND METHOD FOR ASSEMBLING THE SAME - An expansion card carrier is disclosed, the expansion card carrier including a top portion for covering an expansion card, at least one side portion for supporting the top portion, and at least one pair of card guides for allowing an expansion card to slide along into the expansion card carrier. A method for assembling an expansion card carrier is also disclosed, the method including casting a panel including a top portion for covering an expansion card and at least one side portion for supporting the top portion, forming at least one side portion by deforming the panel, and attaching at least one pair of card guides inside the expansion card carrier for allowing an expansion card to slide along into the expansion card carrier. | 12-31-2009 |
Nathan H. White, Redwood City, CA US
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20110278343 | Clamping of Hybrid Surgical Instrument - One example of a surgical instrument may include a staple holder; staples held by the staple holder; an anvil, where at least one of the staple holder and anvil is movable relative to the other; and at least one electrode located on a surface of the staple holder and/or anvil. Another example of a surgical instrument may include a staple holder; staples held by the staple holder; an anvil, where at least one of the staple holder and the anvil is movable relative to the other between an open configuration and a closed configuration; where an adjustable gap exists between the staple holder and the anvil in the closed configuration; and at least one electrode located on a surface of at least one of the staple holder and/or anvil. An exemplary method may include providing a surgical instrument including an end effector; clamping tissue with the end effector; selecting stapling or electrocautery; and stapling or performing electrocautery accordingly. | 11-17-2011 |
20120080497 | Feeder Belt and Staples for Surgical Stapler - One exemplary surgical apparatus may include at least one carrier, staples fixed to a corresponding carrier, and a feeder belt to which at least one carrier is frangibly connected. | 04-05-2012 |
Neill White, Encinitas, CA US
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20090125245 | Methods For Rapid Forensic Analysis Of Mitochondrial DNA - The present invention provides methods for rapid forensic analysis of mitochondrial DNA by amplification of a segment of mitochondrial DNA containing restriction sites, digesting the mitochondrial DNA segments with restriction enzymes, determining the molecular masses of the restriction fragments and comparing the molecular masses with the molecular masses of theoretical restriction digests of known mitochondrial DNA sequences stored in a database. | 05-14-2009 |
Neill White, Temecula, CA US
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20120100549 | TARGETED GENOME AMPLIFICATION METHODS - The methods disclosed herein relate to methods and compositions for amplifying nucleic acid sequences, more specifically, from nucleic acid sequences of pathogens by targeted genome amplification. In certain embodiments, multiple primer pairs are employed that flank a target region and polymerization is conducted with a strand displacing enzyme. | 04-26-2012 |
20130337452 | Methods For Rapid Forensic Analysis Of Mitochondrial DNA - The present invention provides methods for rapid forensic analysis of mitochondrial DNA by amplification of a segment of mitochondrial DNA containing restriction sites, digesting the mitochondrial DNA segments with restriction enzymes, determining the molecular masses of the restriction fragments and comparing the molecular masses with the molecular masses of theoretical restriction digests of known mitochondrial DNA sequences stored in a database. | 12-19-2013 |
Neill White, Vista, CA US
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20090239224 | Methods for identifying bioagents - The present invention provides methods for rapid forensic analysis of mitochondrial DNA and methods for characterizing heteroplasmy of mitochondrial DNA, which can be used to assess the progression of mitochondrial diseases. | 09-24-2009 |
20100145626 | Systems for rapid forensic analysis of mitochondrial DNA and characterization of mitochondrial DNA heteroplasmy - The present invention provides methods for rapid forensic analysis of mitochondrial DNA and methods for characterizing heteroplasmy of mitochondrial DNA, which can be used to assess the progression of mitochondrial diseases. | 06-10-2010 |
Payton White, Foster City, CA US
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20080304493 | ADAPTIVE DHT NODE RELAY POLICIES - In a distributed hash table overlay network, messages directed to a message ID are relayed one or more nodes that have published interest in that message ID. Messages are distributed, processed, and/or cached in accordance with relay policies, which enable a wide variety of different applications. Nodes to specify relay policies on a per-node, per-message, and/or per-message ID basis. Relay policies can specify any behavior associated with messages, including: message caching, distribution, and processing as well as migration of relay policies when nodes join or leave the network. Intermediate nodes can perform any arbitrary processing of message based on relay policies. Intermediate nodes can offload processing to other nodes, either by forwarding messages to a different message ID or by enlisting the help of nodes subscribed to the message ID. Messages can include one or more subfields specifying commands and/or data to be evaluated by the intermediate node. | 12-11-2008 |
R. C. White, San Diego, CA US
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20120006411 | FLUID COMPRESSION SYSTEM - A fluid compression system is disclosed. The fluid compression system may include a first compressor disposed in a first fluid conduit, a first valve disposed in the first fluid conduit upstream of the first compressor, a second valve disposed in the first fluid conduit downstream of the first compressor, a second compressor in fluid communication with the first compressor and configured to selectively pump fluid from the first compressor. | 01-12-2012 |
Richard Boyd White, San Diego, CA US
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20110105398 | RECOMBINANT FSH INCLUDING ALPHA 2,3- AND ALPHA 2,6-SAILYLATIO - Preparations including recombinant FSH (rFSH). | 05-05-2011 |
20130023476 | Pharmaceutical Preparation Comprising Recombinant HCG - Preparations including recombinant hCG (r hCG). | 01-24-2013 |
20140249082 | Pharmaceutical Preparation Comprising Recombinant HcG - The present disclosure describes recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) and methods for the production thereof. The recombinant hCG can include α2,3, α2,6, and, optionally, α2,8 sialylation. The recombinant hCG can be produced in a human cell line such as a PER.C6® cell line. | 09-04-2014 |
20150065695 | Recombinant FSH Including Alpha 2,3- and Alpha 2,6-Sialylation - Preparations including recombinant FSH (rFSH). | 03-05-2015 |
Richard J. White, Emeryville, CA US
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20090298748 | METHODS OF ADMINISTERING DALBAVANCIN FOR TREATMENT OF BACTERIAL INFECTIONS - The invention provides methods and compositions for treatment of bacterial infections. Methods of the invention include administration of dalbavancin for treatment of a bacterial infection, in particular a Gram-positive bacterial infection of skin and soft tissue. Dosing regimes include once weekly administration of dalbavancin, which often remains at therapeutic levels in the bloodstream for at least one week, providing prolonged therapeutic action against a bacterial infection. | 12-03-2009 |
Richard L. White, Los Altos, CA US
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20110032640 | MULTI-LAYER, THIN FILM OVERCOAT FOR MAGNETIC MEDIA DISK - A thin film magnetic disk overcoat for perpendicular magnetic recording media comprises three layers. The initial layer comprises a dense mixture of both SiC | 02-10-2011 |
20150037614 | COMPOSITION AND METHOD FOR PLANARIZED BIT-PATTERNED MAGNETIC MEDIA - The present disclosure relates to a planarized bit-patterned magnetic medium that has a magnetic layer, including island regions and trench regions, a first carbon layer applied over the magnetic layer, and a second carbon layer applied over the first carbon layer, wherein the second carbon layer has been removed in the island regions. The first carbon layer may have a lower material removal rate when exposed to chemical-mechanical polishing than the second carbon layer. The present disclosure also relates to a method for planarizing a bit-patterned magnetic medium and a slurry composition for the chemical-mechanical polishing of carbon layers, the slurry composition including an oxidizer component, a catalyst component, a particulate component, and a reaction control component. | 02-05-2015 |
Richard Longstreth White, Los Altos, CA US
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20090148626 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR FILAMENT AND SUPPORT USED IN PLASMA-ENHANCED CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION FOR REDUCING CARBON VOIDS ON MEDIA DISKS IN DISK DRIVES - A filament post used in plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition has an outer shell and an inner post. An electrical potential is applied only to the inner post to ensure that there is no impact on the plasma density and the carbon film properties. The inner post and the outer shell are electrically insulated by ceramic insulators, such that no electrical potential is applied to outer shell. The stress generated in the carbon film is directly related to the electrical potential of the surface to which the film is deposited. The carbon film deposited on the outer shell of the post is not highly stressed, which significantly reduces film delamination from the filament post surfaces. | 06-11-2009 |
Richard M. White, Berkeley, CA US
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20120007468 | Dynamically Adjusting Piezoelectric Current Sensors - Provided are various embodiments of an adjustment circuit, having a base layer and a piezoelectric layer juxtaposed relative to the base layer and including a first electrode such that when the piezoelectric layer is stressed a polarization charge appears between the base layer and one side of the piezoelectric layer and an opposite polarization charge appears on an opposite side of the piezoelectric layer. | 01-12-2012 |
20120126804 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETECTING FAULTY CONCENTRIC NEUTRALS IN A LIVE POWER DISTRIBUTION CABLE - An apparatus for detecting a faulty concentric neutral wire in a live power distribution cable may include, in one embodiment, a housing for sliding along a surface of a power distribution cable, a magnetic sensor, and a motion device. The magnetic sensor may be coupled to the housing and configured to detect a magnetic field produced by each concentric neutral wire as the housing moves along the surface of the cable. The motion device may also be coupled to the housing, and may detect motion of the housing relative to the cable. In some embodiments, a communication device may communicate data describing the magnetic field and motion to a destination device. | 05-24-2012 |
20120306510 | Method and System for Assessing Insulation Deterioration in Live Underground Power Cables - A method for assessing insulation deterioration in a live underground power cable may include, in one embodiment, attaching a coupling device to a live underground power cable and using the coupling device to couple a test signal onto the power cable. The power cable may carry a normal AC power signal at a first frequency, while the test signal may have a second frequency different from the first frequency. The test signal may be detected after it has traveled a distance along the power cable. It may then be analyzed to determine a change in velocity and/or attenuation of the test signal as a function of the normal AC power signal. The severity of water trees in the power cable may be inferred based on the magnitude of the change. | 12-06-2012 |
20130036793 | MICROFABRICATED PARTICULATE MATTER MONITOR - An apparatus for measuring concentrations of airborne particulate matter may include, in one embodiment, a primary channel to receive air samples from the external environment. The air samples include particles of varying sizes. A microfluidic circuit communicates with the primary channel and small particles (having a size less than a threshold size) are diverted around a bend into a secondary channel. Remaining larger particles are unable to make the bend and continue through the primary channel. A mass-sensitive element communicating with the secondary channel includes a collection surface to collect the small particles. A resonant frequency of the mass-sensitive element is reduced in proportion to the mass of the particles collected. | 02-14-2013 |
Rick White, Rancho Mirage, CA US
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20110275428 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING A PLAYER'S PICTURE AS A SYMBOL OR DAUBER ON A SLOT GAME OR GAMING MACHINE BEING PLAYED INSTANTANEOUSLY - Generally described, the present application relates to gambling, and more particularly, to a gaming machine that provides a more personal appeal so that a player's interest is kept. In one illustrative embodiment, the gaming machine can include a camera for taking a picture of a player that is at or proximate the gaming machine. The gaming machine can store the picture as an art file. When played, a gaming presentation can locate the art file and display the player's picture within a game on the gaming machine. The player's picture can replace one of many symbols within the game. The picture can also be placed on playing chips or the background of the game. In slot machines, the reels can include the player's picture uploaded from the art file. The player's picture can also be a daub on a bingo game or a face on a playing card. | 11-10-2011 |
20130045786 | CARD TRADE SYSTEM AND METHODS THEREOF - A Bingo card trade feature is disclosed. This feature can offer players the option to trade one set of Bingo cards for another set of different Bingo cards. This exchange can cost nothing or an additional preset cost. These trades can be established through the entity hosting the game. The traded cards can be available for further trades for the same Bingo game based on the business rule set by the entity. The players can be able to trade cards up until a specified time before the start of the actual game. The players can also be able to trade a card as many times as they wish depending on their budget. In one specific example, a “Bonanza Trade” can offer the player the ability to take a daubed Bonanza card that was purchased, add a dollar and get two new Bonanza cards in exchange. | 02-21-2013 |
Robert C. White, San Diego, CA US
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20090274565 | Continuing compressor operation through redundant algorithms - A method of operating a compressor of a compressor system is disclosed. The method uses three models. Each model of the three models describes a surge line of the compressor as a function of any two of three operating parameters of the compressor. The three operating parameters include head H, flow Q, and speed N. The method includes measuring operating characteristics of the compressor system using sensors, and determining a current value of the three operating parameters based on at least some of the measured operating characteristics. The method also includes locating operating points of the compressor on each of the three models based on the current value of the operating parameters, and identifying a sensor fault that affects the determination of at least one of the operating parameters. The method further includes avoiding surge of the compressor using one model of the three models. The one model being a model that is a function of two operating parameters unaffected by the sensor fault. | 11-05-2009 |
20140378257 | VARIABLE SPEED DRIVE SYSTEM FOR DRIVEN EQUIPMENT - A variable speed drive system for a driven equipment includes a fixed speed prime mover, a differential, and a variable speed prime mover. The differential includes a power output component, a first input component, and a second input component. The power output component is coupled to the driven equipment. The first input component is coupled to the fixed speed prime mover and disposed in rotational engagement with the power output component. The second input component is disposed in rotational engagement with the first input component and the power output component. The variable speed prime mover is coupled to the second input component. The variable speed prime mover is configured to modulate a rotational speed of the power output component by modulating a speed of the second input component. | 12-25-2014 |
Robert L. White, Stanford, CA US
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20080255006 | MAGNETIC NANOPARTICLES, MAGNETIC DETECTOR ARRAYS, AND METHODS FOR THIER USE IN DETECTING BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES - Magnetic nanoparticles and methods for their use in detecting biological molecules are disclosed. The magnetic nanoparticles can be attached to nucleic acid molecules, which are then captured by a complementary sequence attached to a detector, such as a spin valve detector or a magnetic tunnel junction detector. The detection of the bound magnetic nanoparticle can be achieved with high specificity and sensitivity. | 10-16-2008 |
20090104707 | ANALYTE DETECTION WITH MAGNETIC SENSORS - Methods for analyte detection with magnetic sensors are provided. Aspects of the methods include producing a magnetic sensor device having a magnetically labeled analyte from a sample, such as a serum sample, bound to a surface of a magnetic sensor thereof; and obtaining a signal, e.g., a real-time signal, from the magnetic sensor to determine whether the analyte is present in the sample. Also provided are devices, systems and kits that find use in practicing the methods of the invention. The methods, devices, systems and kits of the invention find use in a variety of different applications, including detection of biomarkers, such as disease markers. | 04-23-2009 |
20120122732 | Magnetic nanoparticles, magnetic detector arrays, and methods for their use in detecting biological molecules - Magnetic nanoparticles and methods for their use in detecting biological molecules are disclosed. The magnetic nanoparticles can be attached to nucleic acid molecules, which are then captured by a complementary sequence attached to a detector, such as a spin valve detector or a magnetic tunnel junction detector. The detection of the bound magnetic nanoparticle can be achieved with high specificity and sensitivity. | 05-17-2012 |
Robert Mccall White, Danville, CA US
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20090040053 | Remote Locator System - A remote locator system for tracking as lost child wherein a first remote locator unit is inconspicuously concealed on or located proximal to a small child. A second remote locator unit may be carried by a parent or caregiver. The remote locator system may include a receiver, transmitter, and/or a proximity device to enable at least one remote locator unit to monitor and or locate a corresponding remote locator unit. | 02-12-2009 |
Robert S. White, Rolling Hills Estates, CA US
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20090075231 | DENTAL/MEDICAL ORAL IRRIGATION SYSTEM - A method and device delivers a medicament to a selected tissue for treatment of the tissue, plaque and biofilm included. In the device, a first reservoir member is used to connect to a fluid source. Further, a second reservoir member engages the first reservoir member to define a chamber for receiving the medicament. Structurally, the second reservoir member includes an outlet. Attached to the outlet is a tube that extends to a nozzle. When connected, the first reservoir member, second reservoir member, and tube define a passageway from the fluid source to the nozzle. During use, a flow rate for a fluid is established through the passageway to deliver the medicament from the passageway through the nozzle to the selected tissue. | 03-19-2009 |
Roseminda J. White, Wildomar, CA US
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20090062835 | CATHETER HAVING AN IMPROVED DISTAL TIP - An elongated balloon catheter having a distal tip member on the distal end of the catheter and having a sleeve surrounding and secured at least to the proximal end of the distal tip member. | 03-05-2009 |
20090247946 | CATHETER WITH A MULTILAYERED SHAFT SECTION HAVING A POLYIMIDE LAYER - A catheter having an multilayered shaft section with a first layer formed of a polyimide first material and a second layer formed of a second material. In a presently preferred embodiment, the polyimide material is a thermoset polyimide. However, in alternative embodiments, a thermoplastic polyimide is used. The thermoset polyimide has a very high glass transition temperature (Tg) of approximately 400° C. (as measured by differential scanning calorimetry), and excellent dimensional stability at the processing temperature of polyamides commonly used in catheter components. As a result, during formation and assembly of the catheter, production of a thin polyimide layer with controlled dimensions is facilitated. The polyimide has a high modulus and provides a thin walled yet highly pushable shaft section, while the second layer provides kink resistance. In one embodiment, the second material is selected from the group consisting of a polyamide material and a polyurethane material. | 10-01-2009 |
Sean Michael White, San Francisco, CA US
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20110228039 | VARIABLE BANDWIDTH COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A variable bandwidth communication system includes a first and a second communication station, coupled for continuous, bi-directional communication. The first communication station is capable of transmitting at a first and a second bandwidth, and is capable of receiving at a third and a fourth bandwidth. The second communication station is capable of receiving at the first and second bandwidth and is capable of transmitting at the third and fourth bandwidth. The transmitting bandwidth of each station is selectable by the user. The second bandwidth is greater than the first and the fourth bandwidth is greater than the third. Preferably, but not necessarily, the first and third bandwidth like the second and fourth bandwidth are about the same. The first communication system can display communication received at the fourth bandwidth at the first bandwidth, and the second communication system can display communications received at the second bandwidth at the third bandwidth. | 09-22-2011 |
20120038459 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SENDING PRESENCE MESSAGES - An intentional presence system in accordance with the present invention includes a transmitting device at a first physical location that is responsive to a command intentionally initiated by a first individual at the first physical location to develop a presence signal intended for a second individual at a second physical location. The intentional presence system further includes a receiving device located at the second physical location which is receptive to the presence signal and which is operative to generate an indication to the second individual of the first individual's presence with respect to the transmitting device. | 02-16-2012 |
Sean Michael White, Los Angeles, CA US
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20120075173 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USER INPUT - The present invention provides a method, apparatus, and computer program product for providing input to a user device by way of a device that is worn by a user. The method including receiving sensor information of a device configured to be worn by a user, determining a motion input indicated by the received information such that the motion input relates to motion of the device relative to the user, determining a function based at least in part on the motion input, and causing the function to be performed. The device may be configured to be worn on a device bearing part of the user and the motion input may relate to motion of the device relative to the device bearing part of the user. The device bearing part of the user may be a finger and the device may substantially encircle the finger. | 03-29-2012 |
20120075196 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR USER INPUT - The present invention provides a method, apparatus, and computer program product for providing input to a user device by way of a device that is worn by a user. The method including receiving sensor information of a device configured to be worn by a user, determining a first touch input indicated by the received first sensor information, where the first touch input relates to a first touch type, determining a first function based at least in part on the first touch input, causing the first function to be performed, receiving second sensor information of the device configured to be worn by a user, determining a second touch input indicated by the received second sensor information, where the second touch input relates to a second touch type that is different than the first touch type, determining a second function based at least in part on the second touch input, where the second function is different from the first function, and causing the second function to be performed. | 03-29-2012 |
20120299950 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INPUT THROUGH AN APPARATUS CONFIGURED TO PROVIDE FOR DISPLAY OF AN IMAGE - Provided herein is a technique by which a user may interact with an apparatus configured to provide for display of an image, such as with augmented reality glasses. An example embodiment may provide a method including receiving an indication of a first motion event initiated on a first side of a device from a motion sensor, determining a first motion event pattern based on one or more directional components of the first motion event, distinguishing the first motion event from a motion event initiated on a second side of the device, correlating a first operation with the first motion event pattern, and causing the first operation to be performed. The first operation may include causing the opacity of an image presented on a substantially transparent display to be increased. | 11-29-2012 |
20140232645 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING INPUT THROUGH AN APPARATUS CONFIGURED TO PROVIDE FOR DISPLAY OF AN IMAGE - Provided herein is a technique by which a user may interact with an apparatus configured to provide for display of an image, such as with augmented reality glasses. An example embodiment may provide a method including receiving an indication of a first motion event initiated on a first side of a device from a motion sensor, determining a first motion event pattern based on one or more directional components of the first motion event, distinguishing the first motion event from a motion event initiated on a second side of the device, correlating a first operation with the first motion event pattern, and causing the first operation to be performed. The first operation may include causing the opacity of an image presented on a substantially transparent display to be increased. | 08-21-2014 |
Stephen White, Davis, CA US
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20090004650 | Methods for detecting a Cyclophilin B SNP associated with Herda - This invention provides compositions and methods for identification of carriers of Hereditary Equine Regional Dermal Asthenia (HERDA) in equine species. In particular, this invention identifies a single nucleotide polymorphorism (SNP) in cyclophlin B that can be used to identify carriers of HERDA and individuals affected by HERDA. | 01-01-2009 |
20090325182 | METHODS FOR DETECTING A CYCLOPHILIN B SNP ASSOCIATED WITH HERDA - This invention provides compositions and methods for identification of carriers of Hereditary Equine Regional Dermal Asthenia (HERDA) in equine species. In particular, this invention identifies a single nucleotide polymorphorism (SNP) in cyclophlin B that can be used to identify carriers of HERDA and individuals affected by HERDA. | 12-31-2009 |
Steve White, La Quinta, CA US
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20100152976 | Method and system for controlling a vehicle given to a third party - A method and system for controlling a vehicle given to a third party. The system includes a system controller; a mode-indicating device coupled to the system controller; and an authenticator coupled to the system controller. Here, the system controller is adapted to communicate a driving restriction to the vehicle upon an activation of the mode-indicating device by an authorized driver and until a deactivation of the mode-indicating device by the authorized driver, the system controller is adapted to restrict the activation and the deactivation of the mode-indicating device unless the authorized driver has been authenticated by the authenticator, and the driving restriction includes a limit selected from the group consisting of a limit in number of starts, a limit in speed, a limit in acceleration, a limit in number of minutes, a limit in distance, a limit in gears, a limit in locations, and combinations thereof. | 06-17-2010 |
Tami O. White, Pleasanton, CA US
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20090314738 | Bottle cap with internal brush - Described is a bottle cap having one or more internal brushes included thereon. The internal brushes may be useful for scrubbing a cleaning liquid, such as laundry detergent, dispensed from a bottle into the bottle cap. Unlike conventional methods, wherein detergent is scrubbed by hand or with a separate brush, the present invention provides a built-in internal brush on a cap of the detergent bottle. After use, liquid left in the cap and on the brushes may return to the bottle through a conventional drainback mechanism. | 12-24-2009 |
20140034680 | FLUID DISPENSING SYSTEMS FOR PUMP DISPENSER - A pump dispenser has a large ergonomic actuator designed to ergonomically deliver a composition to a substrate in the consumer's hand without the consumer having to pick up the pump dispenser. The ergonomic design allows the composition to be delivered in a proper aspect ratio to the substrate. The composition can be delivered in such a way that the composition is not aerosolized into the air or delivered to an unintended surface. The method of delivery can be made intuitive to the consumer by providing an actuator skirt that suggests the pumping mechanism or by providing a depiction of a hand or substrate over the pump dispenser. The pump dispenser is also useful for compositions or substrates that are not stable together. | 02-06-2014 |
Tami O'Connell White, Pleasanton, CA US
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20090152136 | Shrink Sleeve for Pump Dispenser - A shrink sleeve on a vertical pump-up dispenser covers a portion of the actuator, the container and the gap between the actuator and the container. The shrink sleeve may have upper and lower transparent portions to display properties of the dispenser and a middle portion to display product use information. The shrink sleeve may be removable via a tear strip so that the dispenser has an uncluttered appearance when used by the consumer. | 06-18-2009 |
Tom White, Los Angeles, CA US
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20100066676 | Gestural Control of Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous Systems - Systems and methods are described for controlling a remote system. The controlling of the remote system comprises detecting a gesture of a body from gesture data received via a detector. The gesture data is absolute three-space location data of an instantaneous state of the body at a point in time and physical space. The detecting comprises identifying the gesture using the gesture data. The controlling comprises translating the gesture to a gesture signal, and controlling a component of the remote system in response to the gesture signal. | 03-18-2010 |
20140274022 | APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR ANALYZING MOVEMENTS OF TARGET ENTITIES - The present disclosure relates to apparatus, systems, and methods for providing a location information analytics mechanism. The location information analytics mechanism is configured to analyze location information to extract contextual information (e.g., profile) about a mobile device or a user of a mobile device, collectively referred to as a target entity. The location information analytics mechanism can include analyzing location data points associated with a target entity to determine features associated with the target entity, and using the features to predict attributes associated with the target entity. The set of predicted attributes can form a profile of the target entity. | 09-18-2014 |
Victor E. White, Altadena, CA US
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20110115882 | STEREO IMAGING MINIATURE ENDOSCOPE WITH SINGLE IMAGING CHIP AND CONJUGATED MULTI-BANDPASS FILTERS - A dual objective endoscope for insertion into a cavity of a body for providing a stereoscopic image of a region of interest inside of the body including an imaging device at the distal end for obtaining optical images of the region of interest (ROI), and processing the optical images for forming video signals for wired and/or wireless transmission and display of 3D images on a rendering device. The imaging device includes a focal plane detector array (FPA) for obtaining the optical images of the ROI, and processing circuits behind the FPA. The processing circuits convert the optical images into the video signals. The imaging device includes right and left pupil for receiving a right and left images through a right and left conjugated multi-band pass filters. Illuminators illuminate the ROI through a multi-band pass filter having three right and three left pass bands that are matched to the right and left conjugated multi-band pass filters. A full color image is collected after three or six sequential illuminations with the red, green and blue lights. | 05-19-2011 |
20130301113 | DEFORMABLE MIRRORS AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - A deformable mirror is configured to be deformed by surface-parallel actuation. In one embodiment, the deformable mirror includes a first piezoelectric active layer on a first surface of a substrate. The first piezoelectric active layer has a substantially uniform thickness across the first surface of the substrate. The mirror also includes a first electrode layer on the first piezoelectric active layer. The first electrode layer has a plurality of electrodes arranged in a first pattern and has a substantially uniform thickness across the first piezoelectric active layer. The mirror may further include a second piezoelectric layer on the first electrode layer, and a second electrode layer on the second piezoelectric layer. The electrodes of the first and second electrode layers are configured to supply a voltage to the piezoelectric active layers upon actuation to thereby locally deform the shape of the mirror to correct for optical aberrations. | 11-14-2013 |
20130302633 | THIN FILM BI-MATERIAL LATTICE STRUCTURES AND METHODS OF MAKING THE SAME - A micro-scaled bi-material lattice structure includes a frame comprising a first material having a first coefficient of expansion and defining a plurality of unit cells. The bi-material lattice structure further includes a plurality of plates comprising a second material having a second coefficient of expansion different from the first coefficient of expansion. One of the plates is connected to each unit cell. The bi-material lattice structure has a third coefficient of expansion different from both the first coefficient of the expansion and the second coefficient of expansion, and the bi-material lattice structure has a thickness of about 100 nm to about 3000 microns. | 11-14-2013 |
William White, Berkeley, CA US
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20090049091 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING SIMILAR MEDIA OBJECTS - The systems and methods described create a mathematical representation of each of the media objects for which user ratings are known. The mathematical representations take into account the subjective rating value assigned by a user to the respective media object and the user that assigned the rating value. The media object with the mathematical representation closest to that of the seed media object is then selected as the most similar media object to the seed media object. In an embodiment, the mathematical representation is a vector representation in which each user is a different dimension and each user's rating value is the magnitude of the vector in that dimension. Similarity between two songs is determined by identifying the closest vectors to that of the seed song. Closeness may be determined by subtracting or by calculating the dot product of each of the vectors with that of the seed media object. | 02-19-2009 |
20090063414 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A PLAYLIST FROM A MOOD GRADIENT - Systems and methods for generating and playing a sequence of media objects based on a mood gradient are also disclosed. A mood gradient is a sequence of items, in which each item is media object having known characteristics or a representative set of characteristics of a media object, that is created or used by a user for a specific purpose. Given a mood gradient, one or more new media objects are selected for each item in the mood gradient based on the characteristics associated with that item. In this way, a sequence of new media objects is created but the sequence exhibits a similar variation in media object characteristics. The mood gradient may be presented to a user or created via a display illustrating a three-dimensional space in which each dimension corresponds to a different characteristic. The mood gradient may be represented as a path through the three-dimensional space and icons representing media objects are located within the three-dimensional space based on their characteristics. | 03-05-2009 |
20090063971 | MEDIA DISCOVERY INTERFACE - Systems and methods for presenting media information to users that fosters discovery of new media and a media discovery interface are disclosed. Media objects such as songs are analyzed to determine a set of three or more objective characteristics that describe the media object. Icons representing the media objects are then presented to a user in display illustrating a three-dimensional space in which each dimension corresponds to a different characteristic and the icons are located within the three-dimensional space based on their characteristics. In this way, media objects having similar characteristics are located near each other within the three-dimensional space allowing the user to see and access similar media objects quickly and easily. Because the display does not rely on previously-generated metadata, the user may be shown media objects that have never been classified by users or which are relatively unknown to the general population of users. | 03-05-2009 |
20140040280 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING SIMILAR MEDIA OBJECTS - The systems and methods described create a mathematical representation of each of the media objects for which user ratings are known. The mathematical representations take into account the subjective rating value assigned by a user to the respective media object and the user that assigned the rating value. The media object with the mathematical representation closest to that of the seed media object is then selected as the most similar media object to the seed media object. In an embodiment, the mathematical representation is a vector representation in which each user is a different dimension and each user's rating value is the magnitude of the vector in that dimension. Similarity between two songs is determined by identifying the closest vectors to that of the seed song. Closeness may be determined by subtracting or by calculating the dot product of each of the vectors with that of the seed media object. | 02-06-2014 |
20140059430 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A MOOD GRADIENT - Systems and methods for generating and playing a sequence of media objects based on a mood gradient are also disclosed. A mood gradient is a sequence of items, in which each item is media object haying known characteristics or a representative set of characteristics of a media object, that is created or used by a user for a specific purpose. Given a mood gradient, one or more new media objects are selected for each item in the mood gradient based on the characteristics associated with that item. In this way, a sequence of new media objects is created but the sequence exhibits a similar variation in media object characteristics. The mood gradient may be presented to a user or created via a display illustrating a three-dimensional space in which each dimension corresponds to a different characteristic. The mood gradient may be represented as a path through the three-dimensional space and icons representing media objects are located within the three-dimensional space based on their characteristics. | 02-27-2014 |
20140189512 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GENERATING A PLAYLIST FROM A MOOD GRADIENT - Systems and methods for generating and playing a sequence of media objects based on a mood gradient are also disclosed. A mood gradient is a sequence of items, in which each item is media object having known characteristics or a representative set of characteristics of a media object, that is created or used by a user for a specific purpose. Given a mood gradient, one or more new media objects are selected for each item in the mood gradient based on the characteristics associated with that item. In this way, a sequence of new media objects is created but the sequence exhibits a similar variation in media object characteristics. The mood gradient may be presented to a user or created via a display illustrating a three-dimensional space in which each dimension corresponds to a different characteristic. The mood gradient may be represented as a path through the three-dimensional space and icons representing media objects are located within the three-dimensional space based on their characteristics. | 07-03-2014 |
William White, Oakland, CA US
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20090049082 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING SIMILAR MEDIA OBJECTS - The systems and methods described create a mathematical representation of each of the media objects for which user ratings are known. The mathematical representations take into account the subjective rating value assigned by a user to the respective media object and the user that assigned the rating value. The media object with the mathematical representation closest to that of the seed media object is then selected as the most similar media object to the seed media object. In an embodiment, the mathematical representation is a vector representation in which each user is a different dimension and each user's rating value is the magnitude of the vector in that dimension. Similarity between two songs is determined by identifying the closest vectors to that of the seed song. Closeness may be determined by subtracting or by calculating the dot product of each of the vectors with that of the seed media object. | 02-19-2009 |
20090055376 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING SIMILAR MEDIA OBJECTS - The systems and methods described create a mathematical representation of each of the media objects for which user ratings are known. The mathematical representations take into account the subjective rating value assigned by a user to the respective media object and the user that assigned the rating value. The media object with the mathematical representation closest to that of the seed media object is then selected as the most similar media object to the seed media object. In an embodiment, the mathematical representation is a vector representation in which each user is a different dimension and each user's rating value is the magnitude of the vector in that dimension. Similarity between two songs is determined by identifying the closest vectors to that of the seed song. Closeness may be determined by subtracting or by calculating the dot product of each of the vectors with that of the seed media object. | 02-26-2009 |
20090271416 | Method And System For Retrieving And Organizing Web Media - A system and method which may allow a user to drag and drop a Uniform Resource Locator (URL) of a web page onto a media sink on the desktop of the user's computer to download media which may be embedded in or linked to from the web page, so the media may be saved them locally for future consumption. The system may allow a user to subscribe to a URL so that the system may monitor new media as it becomes available at the URL and automatically download the new media. The system may also analyze web media content and its metadata that a user has downloaded, infer the user's preferences, search for web media based on the user's preferences, and recommend web media to the user. The system may consider what other users have downloaded when recommending web media to the user. | 10-29-2009 |
William Macdonald White, Sausalito, CA US
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20100114788 | Cross-Network Social Networking Application Architecture - Particular embodiments of the present invention are directed to providing an application programming interface allowing developers to create a single version of a social networking application configured to execute on more than one social network, wherein such execution may be customized with respect to each particular social network in which the social networking application may execute. The same or alternative embodiments may also provide an application programming interface for saving and/or retrieving social networking application data in and/or from a common data store, allowing aggregation of data specific to the cross-network social networking application such that the data is available across multiple social networks. | 05-06-2010 |
20100125571 | APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR CREATING WEB LOGS (BLOGS) CONTAINING MEDIA COMMENTARY - Disclosed are apparatus and methods for facilitating the formation of remix web logs (blogs) containing commentary about one or more media objects based on one or more selected media objects obtained from one or more selected other blogs. A media object may take any suitable form such as a photograph, a video or audio object, a text excerpt (e.g., from a book or news article), an embedded audio and/or video player, etc. In specific embodiments, the media objects (of both the remix blog and the original source blogs) each take the form of a link or reference (e.g., mp3 link). The commentary about each media object may be created by the creator of the remix blog and/or may be obtained from the original source blogs if available. That is, one or more of the media objects of the remix blog are associated with commentary that was written or created by the remix blogger and/or the original source blogger. | 05-20-2010 |
20100198741 | DESIGNATING PRIORITY FOR CHARACTERISTICS OF VITALITY EVENTS IN A SOCIAL NETWORKING SYSTEM - A social networking system is configured to enable users in the system to prioritize vitality events in their respective vitality streams. For instance, a user may designate that at least one specified prioritization action is to be performed for any vitality event having one or more characteristic(s) specified by the user. Accordingly, when a vitality event having the one or more specified characteristic(s) is associated with the user, the at least one specified prioritization action is performed with respect to that vitality event. | 08-05-2010 |
20100199184 | PRIORITIZING VITALITY EVENTS IN A SOCIAL NETWORKING SYSTEM - A social networking system is configured to enable users in the system to prioritize vitality events in their respective vitality streams. For instance, a user may designate that at least one specified prioritization action is to be performed for any vitality event having one or more characteristic(s) specified by the user. Accordingly, when a vitality event having the one or more specified characteristic(s) is associated with the user, the at least one specified prioritization action is performed with respect to that vitality event. | 08-05-2010 |
William Macdonald White, Berkeley, CA US
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20090089668 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF AUTOMATICALLY SIZING AND ADAPTING A WIDGET TO AVAILABLE SPACE - A smart-sizing, browser-based widget uses both information defined by a user (e.g., a width value, etc.) and information provided by the web browser and web page within which it is being displayed, to calculate, in real-time, which of its elements to display, and at what scale, so as to make the most efficient use of its available space. The determination as to which elements to display may be a function of a pre-defined relationship among the elements. | 04-02-2009 |