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20140114602 | METHODS, DEVICES AND SYSTEMS TO PROCESS X-RAY DIFFRACTION DATA - The disclosed subject matter relates, inter alia, to improved devices, systems and methods for processing raw data collected from X-ray total scattering analysis of a material, which may be solid, liquid, in suspension, or in solution. This devices, systems and methods described are advantageous because they drastically reduce the amount of user interaction required to compute a PDF from diffraction data, reduce the computing time necessary to compute the PDF, and allows for automated, on-the-fly computation of PDFs without significant degradation of the PDF quality and little input from the user. | 04-24-2014 |
20140306108 | METHOD OF COLLECTING AND PROCESSING ELECTRON DIFFRACTION DATA - A method of using electron diffraction to obtain PDFs from crystalline, nanocrystalline, and amorphous inorganic, organic, and organometallic compound. | 10-16-2014 |
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20140019380 | ASSET ALLOCATION BASED SYSTEM FOR INDIVIDUAL INVESTOR PORTFOLIO SELECTION - A system for allocation asset based portfolio investment and management provides model portfolios which are selected by correlation to investor's responses to a questionnaire concerning time frames and risk tolerance. Recommended model portfolios are presented to investors by asset allocation class percentages only, without identification of any specific securities of fund holdings of the portfolio and without enabling the participating investor to choose or delete specific assets for inclusion in the recommended portfolio. The system enables the investor only to alter the asset allocation. The model portfolios are professionally overseen and managed for compliance with projected returns and conformance to the assigned asset class. The system can be executed on paper or in the form of computer software run locally or on a network. | 01-16-2014 |
20140279701 | ASSET ALLOCATION BASED SYSTEM FOR INDIVIDUAL INVESTOR PORTFOLIO SELECTION - A system for implementing an investment methodology that uses expertly managed funds to automatically manage the investments in a retirement account to take into account various investor information, including the investor age, beneficiary status information, projected retirement plans, among others. The methodology allows use of target-date age-based funds, fixed risk/return funds, or both in a manner that can accommodate not only the investor's retirement plans and status, but also the status of the investor's beneficiaries. Also, the system can automatically implement dollar cost averaging for moving or otherwise purchasing investments in funds. | 09-18-2014 |
20150024876 | BALL HIT INDICATOR AND METHOD - A ball having colored indicators provided thereon that are positioned in a manner to indicate to a game participant where to hit the ball in order to obtain a desired result. | 01-22-2015 |
20150090253 | VAPORIZATION DEVICE AND METHOD OF PREPARATION AND USE - A vaporization device and its method of use, where the device can accommodate a plurality of formulations for dispensing by selecting the desired source. Such formulations can include different drug formulations for providing different effects on the user. Also, an indicator with specialized indicia can be provided to identify the source being dispensed. | 04-02-2015 |
20150098906 | MEDICINALLY MARKED ROLLING PAPERS - A method of manufacturing a cigarette and its constituent components including one or more formulations of filler materials and one or more rolling papers each printed with indicia indicative of the respective formulations of filler material. Also the provision of printed material that associates the particular indicia with its associated formulation. | 04-09-2015 |
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20140166125 | MELTER WITH TANK SHAKER - A melter for a melt system includes a tank, a vibration generating device, and a heater. The tank has a wall for containing a hot melt adhesive, and the vibration generating device vibrates the wall. The heater transfers heat to the tank. | 06-19-2014 |
20140170581 | SHROUD FOR DE-ICING AIR MOTOR OF HOT MELT DISPENSING SYSTEM - A heating system includes an air motor with an exhaust; a pump for a hot melt dispensing system and driven by the air motor; and a shroud enclosing at least a portion of the air motor and the pump to direct heat from the pump to the exhaust of the air motor. | 06-19-2014 |
20140263450 | FEED SYSTEM FILTERS FOR A HOT MELT SYSTEM - A hot melt dispensing system includes a melter, a feed system, a dispenser and a filter. The feed system delivers hot melt pellets to the melter. The dispenser dispenses liquefied hot melt adhesive from the melter. The filter is connected to the feed system and prevents contaminants from passing through the feed system. In one embodiment, the filter comprises a screen filter positioned near a bottom of a pellet hopper. In another embodiment, the filter comprises a series of baffles positioned along the pellet hopper. In yet another embodiment, the filter comprises an electro-static filter coupled to a feed hose. | 09-18-2014 |
20140263451 | VARIABLE ORIFICE OUTLET ASSEMBLY - A pumping system comprises a pump, first and second channels, a valve, and an actuator. The pump pumps fluid according to a pumping cycle. The first channel has a first fluid flow orifice with a first diameter, while the second channel has a second fluid flow orifice with a second diameter greater than the first diameter. The valve is configured to direct fluid from the pump to the first channel in a first state, and to the second channel in a second state. The actuator is configured to switch the valve into the first state during a high pressure period of the pumping cycle, and into the second state during a low pressure period of the pumping cycle. | 09-18-2014 |
20140263452 | MELTING SYSTEM - A melting system includes a hopper for receiving solid hot melt material, a heated conduit in communication with the hopper for melting the solid hot melt material, and a valve for allowing solid hot melt material to flow from the hopper to the heated conduit. The valve includes a disk movable between a closed position and an open position, a stem connected to the disk and an actuator for controlling the position of the disk. The disk prevents solid hot melt material from flowing from the hopper to the conduit in the closed position and allows solid hot melt material to flow from the hopper to the conduit in the open position. | 09-18-2014 |
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20100294623 | DOUBLE EDGED BELT SCRAPER BLADE - A reversible belt scraper blade provides two opposed scraping surfaces on an integrally constructed body. Each scraping surface has an elastomeric wear region transitioning to an elastomeric central region. Two integral frame members are integrally joined into the central region. Each integral frame member runs the length of the belt scraper blade and is at least partially exposed at their ends. End mounts attach to the exposed integral frame members and the reversible belt scraper blade is reversible about the end mounts. The wear regions may have sub-regions of different hardness to provide good scraping qualities combined with improved structural rigidity. The central region may also have sub-regions of different hardness to improve structural rigidity. | 11-25-2010 |
20140238822 | REPLACEABLE BLADE FOR REVERSIBLE BELT SCRAPER - A reversible belt scraper has two opposed replaceable scraper blades and a central shaft. Each replaceable scraper blade has a scraping surface and a base opposite to the scraping surface. The body of the scraper blades from the scraping surface to the base is comprised of elastomeric material. The scraper blades have at least one bracket in their bases. In at least one embodiment, the scraper blades have a plurality of brackets in their bases. The brackets in the bases of the scraper blades attach to the central shaft. End mounts at the end of the central shaft provide a means to mount the reversible belt scraper. In at least one embodiment, the brackets in the replaceable scraper blades are formed in a manner to accommodate the other scraper blade and allow both scraper blades to be mounted in a single row of apertures in the central shaft. | 08-28-2014 |
20150010418 | INVERTED AIR COMPRESSOR - In many fields, such as manufacturing and mining, compressed air is used as a power source for industrial equipment, hand power tools, etc. Extensive compressed air systems are installed in these environments to supply compressed air where it is needed. In mining, extensive belts are frequently used to move mined material. Idler rollers are located intermittently along these belts. Embodiments of the present invention include compressors located within these idler rollers. As the belt moves and causes the roller to turn, a compressor within the roller generates compressed air. Because the belt moves nearly continuously, but the compressed air may not be consumed continuously, the air will be vented periodically. Embodiments of the present invention use these vents to clean the filters for the system. Also, some embodiments of the compressor may be produced using a laminated, or stacked, method. | 01-08-2015 |
20150175355 | BULK MATERIALS TRANSFER CHUTE LINING - A wear and shock resistant multi-strata panel for lining a conveyor chute bearing aggregate, coal, and other bulk materials. The panel comprises a plurality of generally planar layers, and a plurality of panels may be used to line a chute. The layers are comprised of and sequentially arranged in a topmost ceramic layer, a corrosion-resistant first metallic layer, an elastomeric cushioning layer, and a bottom-most corrosion-resistant second metallic layer proximal to and in intimate contact with the chute support structure, or chute surface. The layers are consecutively bonded together to form a panel attached integrally to the chute structure. | 06-25-2015 |
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20090029917 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF FIBROTIC CONDITIONS & IMPAIRED LUNG FUNCTION & TO ENHANCE LYMPHOCYTE PRODUCTION - The present invention provides methods and compositions to treat fibrotic conditions, to increase lymphocyte production in vivo, and to improve and/or normalize lung function, pulmonary compliance, blood oxygenation, and blood pH to inhibit inflammatory processes to stimulate or inhibit pro-inflammatory and immune cells, and to inhibit migration of vascular endothelial cells. The invention contemplates the administration of human uteroglobin, native or recombinant, as a means of achieving these ends. Specifically, it has been found that uteroglobin inhibits cell adhesion to fibronectin, increases lymphocyte production in vivo, and improves and/or normalizes lung function, pulmonary compliance, blood oxygenation, and blood pH, and inhibits inflammatory process. In addition it has been found that uteroglobin can stimulate or inhibit pro-inflammatory and immune cells and inhibitor migration of vascular endothelial cells. | 01-29-2009 |
20100183640 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF FIBROTIC CONDITIONS AND IMPAIRED LUNG FUNCTION AND TO ENHANCE LYMPHOCYTE PRODUCTION - The present invention provides methods and compositions to treat fibrotic conditions, to increase lymphocyte production in vivo, and to improve and/or normalize lung function, pulmonary compliance, blood oxygenation, and blood pH to inhibit inflammatory processes to stimulate or inhibit pro-inflammatory and immune cells, and to inhibit migration of vascular endothelial cells. The invention contemplates the administration of human uteroglobin, native or recombinant, as a means of achieving these ends. Specifically, it has been found that uteroglobin inhibits cell adhesion to fibronectin, increases lymphocyte production in vivo, and improves and/or normalizes lung function, pulmonary compliance, blood oxygenation, and blood pH, and inhibits inflammatory process. In addition it has been found that uteroglobin can stimulate or inhibit pro-inflammatory and immune cells and inhibitor migration of vascular endothelial cells. | 07-22-2010 |
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20120320214 | NOTIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR USE IN RETAIL ENVIRONMENTS - Embodiments herein include novel ways of alerting store personnel when various activities, events, conditions, etc., occur at the checkout in retail establishments. For example, in accordance with one embodiment, the alerting can take place in substantially real-time, when the event occurs, allowing personnel to take appropriate measures, corrective or otherwise, to deal with the detected event. Examples of such events may include situations such as when a person of interest is detected as shopping at the store, when a cashier has missed scanning an item at the checkout, or to alert store personnel if a non-empty shopping cart has exited the store without payment (a.k.a., a cart push-out). Although the discussion below uses a grocery store as an example retail environment, embodiments herein can be used in any type of retail environment. | 12-20-2012 |
20120321146 | NOTIFICATION SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR USE IN RETAIL ENVIRONMENTS - Embodiments herein include novel ways of alerting store personnel when various activities, events, conditions, etc., occur at the checkout in retail establishments. For example, in accordance with one embodiment, the alerting can take place in substantially real-time, when the event occurs, allowing personnel to take appropriate measures, corrective or otherwise, to deal with the detected event. Examples of such events may include situations such as when a person of interest is detected as shopping at the store, when a cashier has missed scanning an item at the checkout, or to alert store personnel if a non-empty shopping cart has exited the store without payment (a.k.a., a cart push-out). Although the discussion below uses a grocery store as an example retail environment, embodiments herein can be used in any type of retail environment. | 12-20-2012 |
20140176719 | VERIFICATION OF FRAUDULENT ACTIVITIES AT A SELF-CHECKOUT TERMINAL - A verification method of a fraudulent activity taking place at a self-checkout terminal is disclosed. The method verifies the fraudulent activity by confirming an incident of the fraudulent activity with multiple data generated by monitoring the transaction area and the bagging area of the self-checkout terminal. A human validation is optionally performed to verify machine-identified incidents. | 06-26-2014 |
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20080226129 | Cart Inspection for Suspicious Items - Methods and apparatus provide for a Cart Inspector to create a suspicion level for a transaction when a video image of the transaction portrays an item(s) left in a shopping cart. Specifically, the Cart Inspector obtains video data associated with a time(s) of interest. The video data originates from a video camera that monitors a transaction area. The Cart Inspector analyzes the video data with respect to target image(s) associated with a transaction in the transaction area during the time(s) of interest. The Cart Inspector creates an indication of a suspicion level for the transaction based on analysis of the target image(s). Creation of a high suspicion level for the transaction indicates that the transaction's corresponding video images most likely portray occurrences where the purchase price of an item transported through the transaction area was not included in the total amount paid by the customer. | 09-18-2008 |
20120188377 | CART INSPECTION FOR SUSPICIOUS ITEMS - Methods and apparatus provide for a Cart Inspector to create a suspicion level for a transaction when a video image of the transaction portrays an item(s) left in a shopping cart. Specifically, the Cart Inspector obtains video data associated with a time(s) of interest. The video data originates from a video camera that monitors a transaction area. The Cart Inspector analyzes the video data with respect to target image(s) associated with a transaction in the transaction area during the time(s) of interest. The Cart Inspector creates an indication of a suspicion level for the transaction based on analysis of the target image(s). Creation of a high suspicion level for the transaction indicates that the transaction's corresponding video images most likely portray occurrences where the purchase price of an item transported through the transaction area was not included in the total amount paid by the customer. | 07-26-2012 |
20130265433 | CART INSPECTION FOR SUSPICIOUS ITEMS - Methods and apparatus provide for a Cart Inspector to create a suspicion level for a transaction when a video image of the transaction portrays an item(s) left in a shopping cart. Specifically, the Cart Inspector obtains video data associated with a time(s) of interest. The video data originates from a video camera that monitors a transaction area. The Cart Inspector analyzes the video data with respect to target image(s) associated with a transaction in the transaction area during the time(s) of interest. The Cart Inspector creates an indication of a suspicion level for the transaction based on analysis of the target image(s). Creation of a high suspicion level for the transaction indicates that the transaction's corresponding video images most likely portray occurrences where the purchase price of an item transported through the transaction area was not included in the total amount paid by the customer. | 10-10-2013 |
20150187080 | CART INSPECTION FOR SUSPICIOUS ITEMS - Methods and apparatus provide for a Cart Inspector to create a suspicion level for a transaction when a video image of the transaction portrays an item(s) left in a shopping cart. Specifically, the Cart Inspector obtains video data associated with a time(s) of interest. The video data originates from a video camera that monitors a transaction area. The Cart Inspector analyzes the video data with respect to target image(s) associated with a transaction in the transaction area during the time(s) of interest. The Cart Inspector creates an indication of a suspicion level for the transaction based on analysis of the target image(s). Creation of a high suspicion level for the transaction indicates that the transaction's corresponding video images most likely portray occurrences where the purchase price of an item transported through the transaction area was not included in the total amount paid by the customer. | 07-02-2015 |
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20090045061 | Nanotube Devices and Vertical Field Effect Transistors - A method of depositing nanotubes in a region defined by an aperture is disclosed. The method provides advantageous control over the number of nanotubes to be deposited, as well as the pattern and spacing of nanotubes. Electrophoretic deposition, along with proper configuration of the aperture, allows at least one nanotube to be deposited in a target region with nanometer scale precision. Pre-sorting of nanotubes, e.g., according to their geometries or other properties, may be used in conjunction with embodiments of the invention to facilitate fabrication of devices with specific performance requirements. The method is useful for many applications where it is desirable to deposit more than one nanotube in a defined region. For example, vertical field effect transistor (VFET) designs may benefit from having more than one nanotube forming a channel to allow more current to flow through the device. By controlling the number of nanotubes to be deposited, one can ensure that the VFET output can be designed with sufficient current to meet the parameters of a logic circuit input. | 02-19-2009 |
20100279179 | System and Method for Directed Self-Assembly Technique for the Creation of Carbon Nanotube Sensors and Bio-Fuel Cells on Single Plane - Improved nanotube devices and systems/methods for fabrication thereof are provided. The present disclosure provides systems/methods for depositing controlled numbers of nanotubes with specific properties at predefined locations for the fabrication of nanotube devices. The nanotube devices may be utilized in a range of applications. A bio-fuel cell system that does not require a proton exchange membrane separator and does not need a mediator to transfer charge is provided. This exemplary bio-fuel cell uses enzyme functionalized SWNTs for the anode/cathode. The absence of a membrane in the bio-fuel cell configuration opens up the possibility of other configurations that would otherwise be unfeasible. This includes a bio-fuel cell where the anode/cathode are on the same substrate. Since the electrodes can share the same substrate, the configuration may be integrated with a circuit device on the same substrate. An IC and its power source may be fabricated on the same silicon wafer. | 11-04-2010 |
20150276649 | NANOPROBE AND METHODS OF USE - A device for determining the presence of a single cell and/or determining a state of a single cell includes a first nanotube disposed on a first electrode, and a second nanotube disposed on a second electrode, wherein the first and second nanotubes are spaced apart at a length that is smaller than a cell size to be detected. A method for determining the presence of a single biological cell includes sensing impedance between a first nanotube and a second nanotube. A method of manufacturing includes providing a nanotube, providing an electrode coated with an insulating material, wherein an aperture is defined in the insulating material through to the electrode, and using electrophoresis deposition to deposit a nanotube within the aperture and in electrical communication with the electrode. | 10-01-2015 |
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20080315302 | Method of Forming Nanotube Vertical Field Effect Transistor - A nanotube field effect transistor and a method of fabrication are disclosed. The method includes electrophoretic deposition of a nanotube to contact a region of a conductive layer defined by an aperture. | 12-25-2008 |
20080317631 | Nanotube Device and Method of Fabrication - A nanotube device and a method of depositing nanotubes for device fabrication are disclosed. The method relates to electrophoretic deposition of nanotubes, and allows a control of the number of deposited nanotubes and positioning within a defined region. | 12-25-2008 |
20100207103 | Method of Forming Nanotube Vertical Field Effect Transistor - A nanotube field effect transistor and a method of fabrication are disclosed. The method includes electrophoretic deposition of a nanotube to contact a region of a conductive layer defined by an aperture. | 08-19-2010 |
20100228179 | No clog shunt using a compact fluid drag path - The present invention is an improved shunt system for draining CSF. The system includes a removable sheath for reduction of catheter clogging during shunt insertion, a catheter with relatively large holes, an extracranial filter to allow non-invasive filter replacement, and a wireless flow/pressure meter to monitor and control CSF flow. | 09-09-2010 |
20110004444 | VIBRATION POWERED IMPACT RECORDER (VPIR) - A vibration-powered impact recording device that harvests power from vibrations that affect the device is provided. The recording device is affixed to an object and includes a vibration limit detection and recordation system. The system can include a suitable part that is fixed to the object, and a mass (or other suitable part) that is less firmly attached, with the relative motion between the two parts producing an electrical voltage. The electrical voltage can be used to power an information storage unit that records the details of the impact and optionally other sensors which record other parameters such as temperature, humidity etc. at the time of impact. | 01-06-2011 |
20110240480 | Nanotube Device and Method of Fabrication - A nanotube device and a method of depositing nanotubes for device fabrication are disclosed. The method relates to electrophoretic deposition of nanotubes, and allows a control of the number of deposited nanotubes and positioning within a defined region. | 10-06-2011 |
20140309577 | SMART SHUNT DEVICES AND METHODS - Devices and methods for the measurement and control of fluid using one or two capacitors are described. The devices use Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems (MEMS) and radio-frequency inductive coupling to sense the properties of a fluid in a tube. The single and double capacitor devices may be coupled to shunts implantable in a patient and operable to be interrogated non-invasively. The shunts employing the novel capacitor devices are insensitive to stray signals such as the orientation of a patient's head. The devices are operable to employ a wireless external spectrometer to measure passive subcutaneous components. | 10-16-2014 |
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20120086815 | RAPIDLY INITIALIZING AND DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTING MEDIA STREAMS - A device may generate a media stream to be shared with other users by building a media graph, comprising a series of interconnected processing units that perform various processing tasks. However, the time involved in generating the media graph may delay the initialization of the media stream, and adjusting properties of the media stream (such as resolution or codec) may result in an interruption of the media stream while a new media graph is built. Instead, a media graph cache may be provided to cache a set of media graphs, which may be interchangeably selected for rapid initialization and adjusting of media stream properties. The media component (e.g., a video camera) may also be configured to promote rapid adjustments to some media stream properties, while maintaining other properties (e.g., field of view and white balance) for a smooth transition between media stream property sets. | 04-12-2012 |
20150156238 | RAPIDLY INITIALIZING AND DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTING MEDIA STREAMS - A device may generate a media stream to be shared with other users by building a media graph, comprising a series of interconnected processing units that perform various processing tasks. However, the time involved in generating the media graph may delay the initialization of the media stream, and adjusting properties of the media stream (such as resolution or codec) may result in an interruption of the media stream while a new media graph is built. Instead, a media graph cache may be provided to cache a set of media graphs, which may be interchangeably selected for rapid initialization and adjusting of media stream properties. The media component (e.g., a videocamera) may also be configured to promote rapid adjustments to some media stream properties, while maintaining other properties (e.g., field of view and white balance) for a smooth transition between media stream property sets. | 06-04-2015 |
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20100187759 | Modified Blackjack Game and Method - A modified Blackjack game between a dealer and one or more players that incorporates at least one side bet available to each player. The method comprises: offering the players at least one side bet having an outcome dependant upon whether a card yet to be dealt will belong to a player-selectable subset of a set of predetermined traits of the card (such as the identifying color, traditional suit, or ranking); accepting from the players any wagers and selections of the player-selectable subsets; dealing a card to each player and the dealer from a deck of cards, wherein each card composing the deck comprises at least one predetermined traits; for each accepted side bet, determining whether the value of the predetermined trait of the relevant card belongs to the player-selected subset; for each accepted side bet, determining whether there is an overriding losing condition present; for each successful side bet, paying the player a predetermined payout; and, finally, completing the Blackjack game. | 07-29-2010 |
20130178266 | Modified Blackjack Game and Method - A modified Blackjack game between a dealer and one or more players that incorporates at least one side bet available to each player. The method comprises: offering the players at least one side bet having an outcome dependant upon whether a card yet to be dealt will belong to a player-selectable subset of a set of predetermined traits of the card (such as the identifying color, traditional suit, or ranking); accepting from the players any wagers and selections of the player-selectable subsets; dealing a card to each player and the dealer from a deck of cards, wherein each card composing the deck comprises at least one predetermined traits; for each accepted side bet, determining whether the value of the predetermined trait of the relevant card belongs to the player-selected subset; for each accepted side bet, determining whether there is an overriding losing condition present; for each successful side bet, paying the player a predetermined payout; and, finally, completing the Blackjack game. | 07-11-2013 |
20140239590 | MODIFIED BLACKJACK GAME AND METHOD - A modified Blackjack game incorporates at least one side bet available to each player. The side bet provides a wagering opportunity based on the card ranking of the player's first card and the player's second card. The player may only make this side bet if the player is dealt an ace on his first card. Thereafter, the player places a side wager to wager that his second card will be a ten, jack (J), queen (Q), or king (K)—i.e., that his second card will result in a Blackjack. If the player bets successfully, the player is awarded a payout based on the side wager. If the player bets unsuccessfully, the player loses the side wager. After either a winning or losing side wager, the modified Blackjack game continues according to traditional Blackjack rules based on an initial wager and the player's first and second card. | 08-28-2014 |
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20080202590 | High Efficiency Valve Geometry For Pressure Regulator - A pressure regulator that has a geometry that reduces regulator droop is provided that reduces or eliminates the need for a larger package size for a given set of flow requirements. The regulator comprises a housing having a fuel inlet port and a fuel outlet port; at least one regulation stage having an input in fluidic communication with the fuel inlet port; a final regulation stage comprising an inlet in fluidic communication with an output of the at least one regulation stage, a mating valve seat in fluidic communication with the inlet, and a valve seat in movable contact with the mating valve seat, the valve seat having a bottom having an edge, the edge having means for reducing regulator droop; and means for moving the valve seat from a closed position to an open position in response to a pressure change. The means for reducing regulator droop comprises a reverse lip or an approximately square edge. | 08-28-2008 |
20090194073 | FUEL DELIVERY DEVICE AND METHODS THEREFOR - A fuel delivery device including a fuel injector adapter and a side-port fuel injector. The fuel injector adapter includes a body portion with first and second connector portions extending therefrom. An injector port is formed in the body portion and configured to receive a side-port injector, wherein the injector port includes a plurality of concentric bores and at least one annular region adapted for receiving a fuel flow associated with the injector. A first passageway is formed in the first connector portion and extends along a first longitudinal axis and intersects the port. A second passageway is formed in the second connector portion and extends along a second longitudinal axis. The second passageway is in fluid communication with the annular region. | 08-06-2009 |
20090309053 | Fluid Admission System for Providing a Pressure-Balanced Valve - A valve assembly includes a valve housing located between a fluid inlet region maintained at a first pressure and a fluid outlet region maintained at a second pressure. A movable metering plate is located within valve housing. A fixed metering plate interacts with the movable metering plate to meter fluid flow through the valve housing. An armature is coupled to the movable metering plate and is configured to move the movable metering plate from a closed position toward an open position. The fluid admission system further includes a balancing region to balance pressure related forces acting on the movable portions of the valve, including the metering plate. A balance passageway is in communication with the balancing region and the fluid outlet region to maintain the balancing region at the second pressure of the fluid outlet region when the movable metering plate is in the closed position. | 12-17-2009 |
20140117118 | Detecting Leaks In A Feedthrough Device - A feedthrough device includes first and second opposing outer end faces. The feedthrough device includes an opening, between the first and second opposing outer end faces, that allows fluid communication between an interior and an exterior of the feedthrough device. A conductor extends through the feedthrough device from the first end face, through the interior, to the second end face. | 05-01-2014 |
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20090241607 | PIVOTING LOCK MECHANISM FOR A COMPUTER ACCESS COVER - A computer cover retention bar (or lock bar) is provided that is functionally integrated with a padlock and/or Kensington lock setup in such a way that full closure via the padlock and/or Kensington lock will ensure that the retention bar, itself provided with detents or hooks that themselves act to keep the cover fully closed with respect to a chassis or body of the desktop or workstation, cannot be moved. This then ensures that the locking action of a padlock or Kensington lock goes a measure beyond the norm, in that a cover can indeed remain fully closed without, e.g., affording unauthorized individuals from prying open the cover. | 10-01-2009 |
20090249495 | QUICK-RELEASE COMPUTER ACCESS COVER - A latch and latch handle recessed into the computer cover is provided, with the latch handle preferably presently a cam surface internally that interacts with a compatible cam surface associated with a lock bar. Preferably, a key lock is functionally integrated with the latch in such a way that when the key lock is unlocked the latch handle and latch are free to displace and to then urge the retention bar to disengage detents or hooks from slots or receptacles, by way of releasing the cover from a chassis or body of the desktop or workstation. Accordingly, in essentially one efficient movement via engaging the latch handle, a user will be able to quickly remove the cover. | 10-01-2009 |
20100243205 | INTEGRATED THERMAL SYSTEM FOR COOLING MULTIPLE SEPARATE COMPONENTS OF AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - The invention broadly contemplates an integrated thermal system that is capable of simultaneously cooling multiple, separate heat generating components of an electronic device. The integrated thermal system according to one embodiment of the invention takes the form of a CPU heat sink designed to intelligently maximize available airflow, utilizing multidirectional airflow cooling of a plurality of heat generating components on the motherboard. The heat sink is designed such that airflow provided by a single fan is captured and directed to nearby/adjacent components, thus cooling these components. The invention thus provides an integrated cooling solution and removes the need for multiple cooling systems/solutions. | 09-30-2010 |
20100246114 | TOOL-LESS RETENTION SYSTEM FOR AN ELECTRONIC DEVICE - The invention broadly contemplates a tool-less retention system that appropriately distributes load via various distributed load points to prevent damage caused to a computer by heavy adapter cards during shipping. At least one embodiment of the invention includes a tool-less retention system with a balanced distributed load point positioned to contact and transfer force to the computer chassis at a region with great resistance to warping. | 09-30-2010 |
20110234064 | Drive Tray - An exemplary drive tray includes parallel side members; at least one end member connected to the parallel side members where the members collectively form a resilient, substantially rectangular frame for receipt of a drive body; and a pair of parallel side walls extending in a direction normal to a plane defined by the frame where the pair of parallel side walls include engagement features to engage opposing sides of a drive body. Various other apparatuses, systems, methods, etc., are also disclosed. | 09-29-2011 |
20110239234 | Drive Bay Assembly - An exemplary assembly includes a drive that includes two substantially parallel sides and, for receipt of media, a substantially rectangular opening; a plate that includes a tab; a positioning mechanism to position the plate with respect to either one of the two parallel sides of the drive; and a bay configured to at least partially receive the drive, with the plate, in first and second orientations of the substantially rectangular opening with respect to the bay where the bay includes a lower slot configured to receive the tab if the plate is positioned with respect to one of the two parallel sides of the drive in the first orientation of the opening and where the bay includes an upper slot configured to receive the tab if the plate is positioned with respect to the other of the two parallel sides of the drive in the second orientation of the opening. Various other apparatuses, systems, methods, etc., are also disclosed. | 09-29-2011 |
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20100056973 | Therapeutic Compression Garments - A therapeutic compression apparatus includes a liner having a tubular body portion with a proximal opening for receiving a limb of a patient. The tubular body portion includes an inside region with an inside circumference that is sized to extend about and in contact with the limb. The inside circumference is substantially identical to a circumference of the limb at a respective area of contact. The tubular body portion includes an outside region having an outside circumference that varies from the inside circumference at respective cross-sections through the tubular body, such that a first function of a ratio of the difference between the inside circumference and the outside circumference at a respective cross-section through the tubular body, divided by the inside circumference at said respective cross-section, and a second function of the inside circumference at said respective cross-section determines, in part, a pressure exerted on the limb at said cross-section when compression is applied by said therapeutic compression apparatus. | 03-04-2010 |
20100312160 | CUSTOMIZABLE THERAPEUTIC COMPRESSION GARMENT AND METHOD - Provided is a therapeutic compression apparatus that includes a compression material. In one example, the apparatus includes a large surface area of a single sheet of compression material. The apparatus may include indicia that allow it to be trimmed to fit a patient. | 12-09-2010 |
20110087145 | Short Stretch Therapeutic Compression Device for the Extremity - A compression device to be wrapped around the distal extremity of a patient for use in moderate to severe swelling/lymphedema. The device includes a flexible planar compression material of preferably short-stretch compression material. Fasteners are attached to the first and second band portions. The compression material in preferred embodiment contains short-stretch compression material with 20%-60% stretch. The device is designed such that it may be used to augment compression to the hand when used in conjunction with compression to the fingers and arm. Device is designed to be applied easier with one hand. Hybrid compression device incorporates planar compression material and glove concepts into a novel new invention, designed to maximize manual dexterity, comfort, and range of motion while providing a very high level of compression to the dorsal and palmar hand. Device is intended for clinic, home, or hospital use for significant swelling of the hand or foot for medical conditions such as lymphedema and severe edemas. Device may also have benefit burn or postoperative patients or patients with swelling and wounds to the foot or hand, where clam-shell type hybrid compression gauntlet/glove design makes donning and doffing of garment easier for fragile tissues to the dorsal and plantar hand areas, or dorsal/plantar foot areas. | 04-14-2011 |
20110218473 | HYBRID COMPRESSION STOCKING - A compression stocking for compressing a limb is disclosed. The stocking may include a proximal tube, a distal tube, and an transition line or zone. The proximal tube may have a distal end and a proximal end and be configured to compress a proximal portion of a limb. The distal tube may have a distal end and a proximal end and be configured to compress a distal portion of the limb. The transition line or zone may provide a location where the distal end of the proximal tube connects to the proximal end of the distal tube. The transition line or zone may correspond to an abrupt change in magnitude between compression provided by the proximal tube and compression provided by the distal tube. | 09-08-2011 |
20110257575 | TRIM-TO-FIT THERAPEUTIC COMPRESSION GARMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of treating a condition of a patient's limb is disclosed. The method may use a compression garment wrappable about the limb and a template comprising markings showing where to trim the compression garment to fit a smaller size limb. Measurements may be taken of a circumference of the limb of the patient. Next, the template may be positioned to overlay at least a portion of the compression garment. The compression garment may then be cut or trimmed proximate a marking of the markings matching the measurement. | 10-20-2011 |
20120010551 | COMPRESSION-GARMENT BAND METHOD - A therapeutic compression garment is disclosed. The compression garment may include a first band wrapping around a first portion of a limb. The first band may deliver to the first portion a first level of therapeutic compression. The compression garment may further include a second band connected to the first band and positioned adjacent thereto. The second band may wrap around a second portion of the limb. The width of the second band may be greater than the width of the first band. Accordingly, when the first and second bands are applied with equal tension, the level of therapeutic compression provided by the second band may be less than the level of therapeutic compression provided by the first band. | 01-12-2012 |
20130184622 | COMPRESSION SLEEVE AUGMENTING CALF MUSCLE PUMP - A method of selecting and using a compression garment is disclosed. The method may include selecting a garment comprising a compression sleeve including a proximal end and a distal end. The compression sleeve may comprise material having one of short-stretch function and inelastic function. The method may include donning the garment by inserting a limb of an animal or human through an opening in the proximal end and positioning the compression sleeve such that the material extends over at least a portion of a muscle mass of the limb. When the muscle mass is activated, the compression sleeve may augment the venous muscle return produced by the muscle mass. | 07-18-2013 |
20130296763 | SHEET-BASED COMPRESSION GARMENT - A compression garment for treating edema is disclosed. The garment may include first and second bands. Each of the bands may comprise a first end, second end opposite the first end, and an intermediate portion located between the first and second ends. The first and second bands may each comprise short-stretch material having a maximum elastic elongation in the range of about 15% up to about 100%. The first band may wrap around a first portion of a patient's limb. The second band may wrap around a second portion of the limb. The first and second bands may be applied such that the intermediate portion of the first band and the intermediate portion of the second band abut without overlapping one another. Once applied, the garment may provide therapeutic compression to the patient's limb. | 11-07-2013 |
20140180183 | MODULAR COMPRESSION DEVICE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY - An apparatus for applying pressure to a body part comprising multiple interconnectable bands of compressible or noncompressible material. Optional spine to further interconnect the bands. Interconnectable pieces designed for covering specific body areas. Modular arrangement of the individual components. Customized or off-the-shelf availability of the apparatus. | 06-26-2014 |
20150032039 | COMPRESSION SLEEVE AUGMENTING CALF MUSCLE PUMP - A method of selecting and using a compression garment is disclosed. The method may include selecting a garment comprising a compression sleeve including a proximal end and a distal end. The compression sleeve may comprise material having one of short-stretch function and inelastic function. The method may include donning the garment by inserting a limb of an animal or human through an opening in the proximal end and positioning the compression sleeve such that the material extends over at least a portion of a muscle mass of the limb. When the muscle mass is activated, the compression sleeve may augment the venous muscle return produced by the muscle mass. | 01-29-2015 |
20150351969 | COMPRESSION GAUGE FOR THERAPEUTIC COMPRESSION GARMENTS - A method and apparatus for treating edema is disclosed. The method may include obtaining a compression garment comprising material having an end stretch. At least one gauge may be applied to the material. The compression garment may be applied to a patient. During the applying, the material may be stretched until the at least one gauge indicates that a proper amount of stretch has been reached. The at least one gauge may be tuned so that the material arrives at or near end stretch at substantially the same time that the at least one gauge indicates that the proper amount of stretch has been reached. | 12-10-2015 |