Rickman, US
Christopher Rickman, Redmond, WA US
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20110179028 | AGGREGATING DATA FROM A WORK QUEUE - One or more techniques and/or systems are disclosed herein for aggregating web-based data stored in a distributed data store so that it can be retrieved in a first-in, first-out (FIFO) manner. A unique aggregation key is generated for respective one or more data generated from a web-based event, where the one or more data are added to the distributed data store, and the aggregation key corresponds merely to the data generated from the web-based event. The one or more data from the web based event is aggregated in a FIFO queue and stored in a same partition of the distributed data store, based on the aggregation key. | 07-21-2011 |
Christopher Aaron Rickman, Redmond, WA US
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20130085991 | Reverting a Current State Model of a Database to a Pre-refactored State - The subject disclosure is directed towards transforming model elements, associated with a current state model of a database, to a pre-refactored state. While applying refactoring operations on the database, identity change information is created that comprises each model element associated with the refactoring operations. Using the identity change information, a pre-refactored state model of the database is created. Using the model element in the pre-refactored state, a visual representation of a comparison between the pre-refactored state model and the current state model is produced. | 04-04-2013 |
Cody Rickman, Brooklyn, NY US
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20160059804 | Anti-idling System for Ambulances and Other Vehicles - The Anti-idling System for Ambulances and Other Vehicles is a novel system for making electricity available to vehicles which idle curbside in urban and suburban environments. The invention comprises a pedestal with a specialized electricity plug, a cord and cord reel, an onboard microcontroller with GSM and RFID card reader which controls the flow of electricity and communicates with a cloud-based management system, and a cloud-based management system which controls user authentication. This enables an ambulance or other vehicle operator to approach the pedestal, access the plug and cord and turn on the flow of electricity using an RFID card or mobile phone, and use the pedestal to power their vehicle while in proximity to the pedestal. When the vehicle engine is started, the system detects the auto-ejection of the plug from the vehicle, turns off the flow of electricity, and automatically retracts the plug and cord into the pedestal. | 03-03-2016 |
Dale M. Rickman, Kensington, MD US
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20110032076 | Method and System for Generating a Biometric Query Plan - According to one embodiment, a computer-readable medium includes computer-executable instructions that, when executed by a computer, are configured to receive biometric sample quality information. The biometric sample quality information describes quality of one or more biometric samples. Search performance parameters are received. A biometric query plan is generated in compliance with the search performance parameters. The biometric query plan provides a search plan for identifying potential matches to the one or more biometric samples. | 02-10-2011 |
20120123821 | System and Method for Risk Assessment of an Asserted Identity - A system for providing a risk assessment for an asserted identity comprising an identity database, a first risk database, a second risk database, an identity module that receives the asserted identity and searches the identity database to retrieve one or more known identities and calculates a probability score for each retrieved known identity, a correlator module that receives each retrieved known identity and respective probability score from the identity module, the correlator module further comprising an identity risk sub-module that searches the first and the second risk databases to retrieve respective first and second risk scores for each known identity, and an assessment module that receives the probability score and the first and second risk scores associated with each of the known identities from the correlator module and calculates a final risk score therefrom to thereby provide a risk assessment for the asserted identity. | 05-17-2012 |
20120250948 | System and Method for Biometric Identification using Ultraviolet (UV) Image Data - A system and method for biometric identification of a target individual based on a query containing UV image data of the target individual. In one embodiment, the system includes a first database, a query module, a detection module, a sequence module and a match module. The first database includes a plurality of identities with each identity having at least one binary sequence representative of a skin area of that identity. The query module receives the query and validates the UV image data. The detection module detects at least one skin area in the UV image data. The sequence module forms at least one target binary sequence corresponding to the at least one skin area. The match module searches the first database based on the at least one target binary sequence to identify at least one identity thereby facilitating biometric identification of the target individual. | 10-04-2012 |
David S. Rickman, New York, NY US
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20120039887 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DIAGNOSING PROSTATE CANCER BASED ON DETECTION OF SLC45A3-ELK4 FUSION TRANSCRIPT - RNA transcripts representing a fusion of a human SLC45A3 nucleic acid and a human ELK4 nucleic acid that are associated with prostate cancer are described. Compositions and methods useful for detection of fusion transcripts of human SLC45A3 and ELK4 genetic sequences associated with cancer and useful for cancer therapy are provided. | 02-16-2012 |
20120039889 | METHODS OF DIAGNOSING AND TREATING PROSTATE CANCER CHARACTERIZED BY NDRG1-ERG FUSION - An in depth analysis of prostate cancer prostatectomy samples which over-express the ERG oncogene led to the discovery of a novel gene translocation in prostate cancer, between the NDRG1 gene (N-myc downstream regulated gene 1) on chromosome 8 and the ERG oncogene on chromosome 21, leading to the expression of a chimeric NDRG1-ERG protein. Methods and compositions useful for diagnosing and treating prostate cancer characterized by NDRG1-ERG fusion are described. | 02-16-2012 |
Denis D. Rickman, Clinton, MS US
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20100122639 | SINGLE-STEP CONTACT EXPLOSIVE DEVICE FOR BREACHING REINFORCED WALLS AND METHOD OF USE THEREFOR - A lightweight man-packable system for breaching in a single application reinforced structure such as steel reinforced concrete (SRC) walls. Embodiments comprise two explosive charge arrays installed in a housing that is abutted against a wall using either studs or prop sticks. One embodiment positions a secondary linear shaped charge (LSC) or self-forming fragment charge (SFF) spaced apart from a primary high explosive (HE) charge that contacts the structure. The HE is detonated to remove concrete in a pattern sufficient to enable a human to transit the resultant opening and the secondary charge cuts the reinforcement shortly thereafter enabling a “clean” breach via a single application of the system. In select embodiments the second array is positioned on a hinged frame to increase stand-off from the first array and moves into place to detonate over the opening immediately after detonation of the first array. | 05-20-2010 |
Gene E. Rickman, Temecula, CA US
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20140361551 | High Security Locking Assembly for Above-Ground Fiber Optic/Cable Network Enclosures - A high security locking assembly for an above-ground communications network enclosure comprises a claw-like structure having, at one end, a slide bar with an end plate that carries a first set of locking pins, and a base plate, at the other end, having an end plate that carries a second set of locking pins. The slide bar travels axially in a guide channel below a rigid frame that holds a captive locking bolt positioned to engage one of a series of axially spaced locking holes on the slide bar. The locking pins face one another and are adapted for sliding into corresponding locking pin holes in the sides of enclosure. The claw-like structure is closed by sliding the slide bar into the guide channel, and positioning the pins in the locking pin holes, followed by locking the captive locking bolt in a selected one of the locking holes. | 12-11-2014 |
Gregory Michael Rickman, Atlanta, GA US
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20120265677 | Methods and Systems For Making a Payment Via a Stored Value Card in a Mobile Environment - Methods and systems for making a financial payment to a payee via a stored value (SV) card utilizing a mobile device such as a mobile telephone (cellphone) or wireless connected personal digital assistant (PDA). The mobile device communicates wirelessly with a mobile financial transaction system (MFTS) that stores user information and transaction information. A user enters information via the mobile device identifying a payee and indicating a stored value card payment method. The mobile device generates a mobile payment instruction that includes information corresponding to the identified payee and indicating a stored value card payment method. The mobile payment instruction is wirelessly communicated to the MFTS. The MFTS generates an MFTS payment instruction to a payment instruction recipient that can issue a new stored value card and/or reload funds onto a pre-existing stored value card. The MFTS communicates the MFTS payment instruction to the payment instruction recipient. | 10-18-2012 |
20130013501 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MAKING A PAYMENT VIA A STORED VALUE CARD IN A MOBILE ENVIRONMENT - Methods and systems for making a financial payment to a payee via a stored value (SV) card utilizing a mobile device such as a mobile telephone (cellphone) or wireless connected personal digital assistant (PDA). The mobile device communicates wirelessly with a mobile financial transaction system (MFTS) that stores user information and transaction information. A user enters information via the mobile device identifying a payee and indicating a stored value card payment method. The mobile device generates a mobile payment instruction that includes information corresponding to the identified payee and indicating a stored value card payment method. The mobile payment instruction is wirelessly communicated to the MFTS. The MFTS generates an MFTS payment instruction to a payment instruction recipient that can issue a new stored value card and/or reload funds onto a pre-existing stored value card. The MFTS communicates the MFTS payment instruction to the payment instruction recipient. | 01-10-2013 |
Jeff Rickman, Trophy Club, TX US
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20140169213 | ORCHESTRATION OF MULTIPROTOCOL LABEL SWITCHING BACKBONE EQUIPMENT - A device is configured to receive information that identifies a type of network service to be provided to a customer, determine, based on the type of network service, network devices to provide the network service, where the network devices may include a first network device and a second network device. The device is configured to generate, for each of the network devices, corresponding configuration code for configuring the network devices to provide the network service, where first configuration code corresponding to the first network device may be different from second configuration code corresponding to the second network device. The device is configured to transmit, to each network device, the corresponding configuration code to configure the network devices to provide the network service. | 06-19-2014 |
John M. Rickman, Portola, CA US
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20110273478 | AUTO-SCALING STRIP CHART - Systems and methods are disclosed for displaying a strip chart on an electronic display. A furthest extremum value of the measured quantity is recorded over a period of time and a plurality of values of the measured quantity are displayed on the strip chart. The furthest extremum value is used to automatically rescale the strip chart, providing for at least one bound of the zoomed range. In response to receiving a selection of a zoom factor defining a degree of magnification of the strip chart, the strip chart is automatically scaled to a degree of magnification commensurate with the zoom factor and the strip chart may be automatically scaled such that the strip chart is bounded on one side by one of a furthest extremum maximum or minimum value and the other one of the furthest extremum maximum or minimum value is not displayed on the strip chart. | 11-10-2011 |
Otis B. Rickman, Rochester, MN US
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20100028914 | ASSESSING LUNG NODULES - This document provides methods and materials related to distinguishing malignant solitary pulmonary nodules from benign solitary pulmonary nodules in mammals (e.g., humans). | 02-04-2010 |
Paul A. Rickman, Belleville, IL US
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20100205750 | INFLATABLE CELLULAR MATTRESS WITH ALTERNATING ZONES OF INFLATED CELLS - A cushion or mattress comprising a base and a plurality of linearly aligned individual air cells across the base. Groups of individual air cells can be interconnected and in fluid cooperation with an inflation source, such as a pump. In one aspect of the invention, the inflation of adjacent cells is staggered, for example, in a checkerboard-like inflation pattern that helps diffuse load over a wider area. | 08-19-2010 |
20110258783 | INFLATABLE CUSHION VALVE AND ATTACHMENT APPARATUS - An attachment apparatus ( | 10-27-2011 |
20120036646 | INFLATABLE CELLULAR MATTRESS WITH ALTERNATING ZONES OF INFLATED CELLS - A cushion or mattress comprising a base and a plurality of linearly aligned individual air cells across the base. Groups of individual air cells can be interconnected and in fluid cooperation with an inflation source, such as a pump. In one aspect of the invention, the inflation of adjacent cells is staggered, for example, in a checkerboard-like inflation pattern that helps diffuse load over a wider area. | 02-16-2012 |
20140020158 | MULTILAYER IMPACT ATTENUATING INSERT FOR HEADGEAR - Impact attenuating liner for headgear and headgear employing the liner, the liner positionable inside the headgear and comprising a cellular layer having an array of individual impact attenuating cells, each individual impact attenuating cells including an impact attenuating medium. The impact attenuating cells can comprise a gas, liquid, visco-elastic gel, foam, fiber or combinations thereof as well other impact attenuating medium. In another aspect, the impact attenuating liner has at least two layers, a cellular layer of and an impact attenuating layer under the cellular. The liner can include a cover. The liner can be removable from the headgear. | 01-23-2014 |
20140259430 | INFLATABLE CUSHION VALVE AND ATTACHMENT APPARATUS - An attachment apparatus for attachment to the air conduits of a zoned air cell cushion or mattress to an associated valve. The attachment apparatus comprises a connector assembly with connectors secured in the ends of air conduits secured in a conduit constraint. Each air conduit is in fluid communication with a separate inflation zone of the cushion or mattress. The also connectors are in fluid cooperation with a valve that places normally isolated zones into fluid communication and vice versa. The connector assembly may functions as a base for any one of a number of valves. | 09-18-2014 |
Richard D. Rickman, Spring, TX US
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20140021345 | SAMPLE CONTAINMENT APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Apparatus and systems may operate to enable positron emission imaging with a unitary chamber body having an open end that defines a hollow interior portion shaped to completely contain a flexible sleeve that is used to cover a core sample when the sleeve is seated within the hollow interior portion. An end cap may be formed to engage the open end of the chamber body, which is configured to attenuate gamma rays approximately eight times less than stainless steel, while supporting a pressure differential of at least 3 MPa between the chamber inlet and the outlet when fluid carrying a radioactive tag to generate the gamma rays flows through the hollow interior portion and the core sample via the inlet and the outlet. Additional apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed. | 01-23-2014 |
Richard D. Rickman, Duncan, OK US
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20090151943 | Aqueous-based emulsified consolidating agents suitable for use in drill-in applications - Methods of drilling a wellbore through a production zone within a subterranean formation using a drill-in fluid that comprises an aqueous fluid and a water-based consolidating emulsion and using the drill-in fluid to drill at least a portion of a well bore into the production zone while allowing the water-based consolidating emulsion to penetrate into the walls of the well bore. The water-based consolidating emulsion itself comprises an aqueous liquid, a hardenable resin, a hardening agent component, and an emulsifying agent. | 06-18-2009 |
20100089578 | Prevention of Water Intrusion Into Particulates - Treatments and compounds useful in subterranean formations are discussed, with particular attention to those where particulates may be subject to water intrusion. Certain methods pertain to providing diffusion barriers for particulates. Of these, certain diffusion barriers may provide hydrophobic coatings to the particulates, certain diffusion barriers may provide fillers that may act to prevent water intrusion into surface features of particulates, and certain diffusion barriers may be initiated with diagenesis source material. | 04-15-2010 |
20100101773 | Methods of Cleaning Sand Control Screens and Gravel Packs - Methods for remediating a subterranean environment. Methods comprising introducing a cleanup fluid through a well bore and into a portion of a subterranean formation penetrated by the well bore, applying a pressure pulse to the cleanup fluid, and introducing a consolidating agent through the well bore and into the portion of the subterranean formation. Methods of cleaning a sand control screen comprises introducing a cleanup fluid through a sand control screen and into a portion of a subterranean formation, the sand control screen located in a well bore that penetrates the subterranean formation; applying a pressure pulse to the cleanup fluid; and introducing a consolidating agent through the sand control screen and into the portion of the subterranean formation. | 04-29-2010 |
20100160187 | Methods and compositions for stabilizing unconsolidated particulates in a subterranean formation - Methods and compositions for stabilizing portions of a subterranean formation that comprise unconsolidated particulates are provided. In one embodiment, a method of treating a subterranean formation includes introducing a pre-flush fluid into a subterranean formation comprising unconsolidated particulates; introducing a foamed consolidation fluid comprising an aqueous base fluid, an emulsified resin, a hardening agent, a silane coupling agent, and a surfactant into the subterranean formation subsequent to the pre-flush fluid; wherein the emulsified resin is emulsified prior to being introduced into the aqueous base fluid; and allowing the resin to cure to at least partially consolidate the unconsolidated particulates. | 06-24-2010 |
20100212898 | Methods and compositions for consolidating particulate matter in a subterranean formation - Methods and compositions for consolidating particulate matter in a subterranean formation are provided. In one embodiment, a method of treating a subterranean formation includes coating a curable adhesive composition comprising a silane coupling agent and a polymer having a reactive silicon end group onto proppant material; suspending the coated proppant material in a carrier fluid to form a proppant slurry; introducing the proppant slurry into a subterranean formation; and allowing the curable adhesive composition to at least partially consolidate the proppant material in the subterranean formation. | 08-26-2010 |
20110036573 | Methods for Swelling Swellable Elements in a Portion of a Well Using a Water-in-Oil Emulsion - A method is provided for swelling hydrocarbon-swellable elements located in a portion of a well. The method comprises the steps of: (A) introducing a water-in-oil emulsion into the portion of the well, wherein the water-in-oil emulsion comprises: (i) a hydrocarbon liquid, wherein the hydrocarbon liquid is the external phase of the water-in-oil emulsion; (ii) an aqueous liquid, wherein the aqueous liquid is an internal phase of the water-in-oil emulsion and wherein the aqueous liquid is adjacent to the external phase of the water-in-oil emulsion; and (iii) a surfactant; and (B) allowing the water-in-oil emulsion to contact the hydrocarbon-swellable element for a sufficient length of time to cause the thickness of the hydrocarbon-swellable element to expand by a desired percentage, wherein the desired percentage is at least 5%. | 02-17-2011 |
20110174485 | Treatment Fluids for Wetting Control of Multiple Rock Types and Associated Methods - Improved methods of oil and/or gas production by employing mixed surfactants to treat formations comprising multiple rocks. In one embodiment the methods comprise: providing a treatment fluid comprising: an aqueous base fluid, a first surfactant having a charge, a second surfactant having an opposite charge, and a compatibilizer; and introducing the treatment fluid into at least a portion of the subterranean formation. | 07-21-2011 |
20110174492 | Surfactants and Friction Reducing Polymers for the Reduction of Water Blocks and Gas Condensates and Associated Methods - Improved treatment fluids and methods for use in subterranean operations including the treatment of low permeability shale formations. In one embodiment the methods comprise: providing a treatment fluid comprising an aqueous base fluid and a controlled wetting system that comprises: a water soluble polymer having a charge, a surfactant having an opposite charge, and a compatibilizer; and introducing the treatment fluid into a subterranean formation. | 07-21-2011 |
20110240291 | Methods for Strengthening Fractures in Subterranean Formations - Of the many methods provided herein, one method comprises: providing at least one fracture in a subterranean formation that comprises tight gas, a shale, a clay, and/or a coal bed; providing a plasticity modification fluid that comprises an aqueous fluid and an alkaline embrittlement modification agent; placing the plasticity modification fluid into the fracture in the subterranean formation; and embrittling at least one fracture face of the fracture to form an embrittled fracture face. | 10-06-2011 |
20110240292 | Methods for Strengthening Fractures in Subterranean Formations - Of the many methods provided herein. one method comprises: providing at least a portion of a subterranean formation that comprises a shale; providing a plasticity modification fluid that comprises an aqueous fluid and an alkaline embrittlement modification agent; placing a pack completion assembly neighboring the portion of the subterranean formation; and embrittling at least a portion of the shale to form an embrittled shale portion. | 10-06-2011 |
20110240296 | Methods Relating to Improved Stimulation Treatments and Strengthening Fractures in Subterranean Formations - Of the many methods provided herein, one method comprises: providing at least one fracture in a subterranean formation that comprises tight gas, a shale, a clay, and/or a coal bed; providing a plasticity modification fluid that comprises an aqueous fluid and an alkaline embrittlement modification agent; placing the plasticity modification fluid into the fracture in the subterranean formation; and embrittling at least one fracture face of the fracture to form an embrittled fracture face. | 10-06-2011 |
20110253374 | Geochemical Control of Fracturing Fluids - Treatments and compounds useful in subterranean formations are discussed, with particular attention to fracturing treatments where particulates and/or surfaces may be subject to water intrusion. Certain methods pertain to utilizing diagenesis source material to create porous structures in a subterranean formation. Such porous structures may be formed of consolidated particulates and/or diagenic product. Certain methods pertain to analyzing and/or quantifying the effects of the other methods disclosed herein. | 10-20-2011 |
20120043082 | Methods and Compositions for Sand Control in Injection Wells - Methods including the steps of providing an injection well having unconsolidated particulates in one or more formation intervals along the wellbore that accept injection fluid; providing a consolidating treatment fluid comprising a base fluid and a consolidating agent; introducing the consolidating treatment fluid through the injection well, while the well is under injection, such that the consolidating treatment fluid enters into a portion of a formation interval along the wellbore that accepts injection fluid; and, allowing the consolidating fluid to consolidate formation particulates therein. The methods may be performed such that the percentage of consolidating agent varies over the course of the treatment or the rate of injection varies over the course of the treatment. | 02-23-2012 |
20120180551 | Geochemical Control of Fracturing Fluids - Methods comprising: placing particulates in a test column; adding a fluid medium comprising a salt solution to the test column; placing the column under test conditions, wherein the test conditions comprise target temperature and target pressure; maintaining test conditions for a target test duration; and, analyzing the particulates. Some methods also measure a permeability value of the column after placing particulates in a test column and before placing the column under test conditions; continuously flow the salt solution through the particulates during the test; measure a permeability value after maintaining the test conditions for the target test duration; and, calculate a retained permeability value. | 07-19-2012 |
20120205107 | Consolidating Agent Emulsions and Associated Methods - Method of treating a subterranean formation comprising providing a consolidation fluid, introducing the resin consolidation fluid into a subterranean formation comprising unconsolidated particulates; and, curing the resin to at least partially consolidate the unconsolidated particulates. The consolidation fluid comprises a resin in emulsified form with an aqueous external phase and an organic internal phase wherein the emulsified resin does not comprise a hardening agent and an aqueous base fluid that further comprises a hardening agent. The consolidation fluid may further comprise an emulsifying agent. | 08-16-2012 |
20120220504 | Consolidating Agent Emulsions and Associated Methods - Consolidation fluids comprising: an aqueous base fluid comprising a hardening agent; an emulsified resin having an aqueous external phase and an organic internal phase; a silane coupling agent; and a surfactant. The consolidation fluid itself may be emulsified and further comprise an emulsifying agent. The consolidation fluid may also be foamed in some cases. | 08-30-2012 |
20120267114 | Methods and Compositions for Consolidating Particulate Matter in a Subterranean Formation - Methods of treating a subterranean formation comprising first introducing a pre-flush fluid into a subterranean formation having particulate matter therein. Then introducing a curable adhesive composition comprising a silane coupling agent and a polymer, the polymer having a reactive silicon end group into the subterranean formation subsequent to the pre-flush fluid. Then introducing an aqueous post-fluid fluid into the subterranean formation subsequent to the curable adhesive composition. Then allowing the curable adhesive composition to at least partially consolidate particulate matter within the subterranean formation. | 10-25-2012 |
20120285690 | Multi-Stage Methods and Compositions for Desensitizing Subterranean Formations Faces - A method of desensitizing a subterranean formation may include introducing a leading-edge fluid comprising a first base fluid and a first desensitizing agent into at least a portion of the subterranean formation, wherein the first desensitizing agent is present in the first base fluid at a first concentration; and then introducing a treatment fluid comprising a second base fluid and a second desensitizing agent into at least a portion of the subterranean formation, wherein the second desensitizing agent is present in the second base fluid at a second concentration, and wherein the first concentration is higher than the second concentration. | 11-15-2012 |
20130292116 | Methods for Controlling Formation Fines Migration - Generally, a consolidating treatment fluid includes at least an aqueous base fluid and an ultra-dilute water-based curable resin. The consolidating treatment fluid may be used in a plurality of subterranean operations to consolidate the unconsolidated particles within the subterranean formation. | 11-07-2013 |
20130312962 | Enhancing the Conductivity of Propped Fractures - Methods for enhancing the conductivity of propped fractures in subterranean formations may involve using a tackifier to minimize particulate settling during particulate placement operations in subterranean formations. For example, methods may involve introducing a first treatment fluid into a wellbore extending into a subterranean formation at a pressure sufficient to create or extend at least one fracture in the subterranean formation; and introducing a second treatment fluid into the wellbore at a pressure sufficient to maintain or extend the fracture in the subterranean formation. The first treatment fluid may include at least a first aqueous base fluid and a tackifier. The second treatment fluid may include at least a second aqueous base fluid and a proppant particle. | 11-28-2013 |
20130338254 | Methods and Compositions for Consolidating Particulate Matter in a Subterranean Formation - Curable adhesive compositions comprising a silane coupling agent; a polymer, the polymer having a reactive silicon end group; a catalyst operable to facilitate the curing of the polymer; and, a diluent and wherein the polymer comprises about 0.1% to about 30% by weight of the curable adhesive composition. The curable adhesive compositions may further comprise a dehydrating agent comprising a component selected from the group consisting of: vinyl trimethoxysilane, vinyl alkoxysilane, inorganic zeolites, and organic zeolites. | 12-19-2013 |
20130341020 | Methods of Using Nanoparticle Suspension Aids in Subterranean Operations - Methods of drilling wellbores, placing proppant packs in subterranean formations, and placing gravel packs in wellbores may involve fluids, optionally foamed fluids, comprising nanoparticle suspension aids. Methods may be advantageously employed in deviated wellbores. Some methods may involve introducing a treatment fluid into an injection wellbore penetrating a subterranean formation, the treatment fluid comprising a base fluid, a foaming agent, a gas, and a nanoparticle suspension aid; and producing hydrocarbons from the subterranean formation via a production wellbore proximal to the injection wellbore. | 12-26-2013 |
20130341022 | Methods of Using Nanoparticle Suspension Aids in Subterranean Operations - Methods of drilling wellbores, placing proppant packs in subterranean formations, and placing gravel packs in wellbores may involve fluids, optionally foamed fluids, comprising nanoparticle suspension aids. Methods may be advantageously employed in deviated wellbores. Some methods may involve introducing a pad treatment fluid into at least a portion of the subterranean formation at a pressure sufficient to create or extend at least one fracture in the subterranean formation; introducing a proppant slurry treatment fluid into at least a portion of a subterranean formation, the treatment fluid comprising a base fluid, proppant particles, and a nanoparticle suspension aid; and forming a proppant pack in the fracture. | 12-26-2013 |
Richard W. Rickman, Duncan, OK US
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20110161010 | TESTING ADDITIVES FOR PRODUCTION ENHANCEMENT TREATMENTS - Fluid tests may be performed to determine suitability of an additive for a production enhancement treatment. In one aspect, a measuring device is used to determine a result of adding a sample of solid material to a test fluid that includes an additive. The result may include, for example, a change in surface tension, a change in contact angle, and/or another result. The measured result is used to determine the suitability of the additive for use in a stimulation treatment for a subterranean formation. For example, the additive may be determined suitable for use during a pad phase of a fracture treatment, during a proppant-laden phase of a fracture treatment, and/or for other phases and/or types of stimulation treatments. | 06-30-2011 |
20120285231 | Testing Additives for Production Enhancement Treatments - Fluid tests may be performed to determine suitability of an additive for a production enhancement treatment. In one aspect, a measuring device is used to determine a result of adding a sample of solid material to a test fluid that includes an additive. The result may include, for example, a change in surface tension, a change in contact angle, and/or another result. The measured result is used to determine the suitability of the additive for use in a stimulation treatment for a subterranean formation. For example, the additive may be determined suitable for use during a pad phase of a fracture treatment, during a proppant-laden phase of a fracture treatment, and/or for other phases and/or types of stimulation treatments. | 11-15-2012 |
Terry Lee Rickman, Coronado, CA US
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20140161297 | BLOCK RESISTANT MICROPHONE PORT DESIGN - A microphone port design for a handheld device is disclosed. The microphone port design includes an elongated channel disposed in a first surface of the handheld device. A microphone port is located within the channel to reduce unwanted noise caused by air pressure build up around the microphone port opening due to coverage of the opening by a user's finger. | 06-12-2014 |
Victoria Rickman, Virginia Beach, VA US
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20140346939 | Jewelry and Accessory Storage Cabinet and Method of Organization - A jewelry and accessory storage cabinet is provided that comprises a cabinet frame having both vertical and horizontal drawers to efficiently store and organize items therein. The drawers are deployable from the frame, wherein the vertical drawers are adapted to supporting elongated, hanging accessory items, while the horizontal drawers are adapted to support smaller accessory items within confined storage bins. The vertical drawers include at least one cross member having a plurality of notches therealong, wherein the notches support removable hooks upon which the accessories are placed. Each of the hooks includes a colored knob that corresponds to the color of the items supported thereon. Each of the horizontal drawers includes a drawer knob with a single color marker. In this way, the user can organize the color and style of accessories by drawer and use the knobs to find matching sets of accessory items. | 11-27-2014 |
William S. Rickman, Lebanon, TN US
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20120295336 | Microalgae Cultivation System for Cold Climate Conditions - A system and method are provided for growing microalgae in cold climate areas. The system includes an expanding Plug Flow Reactor with a plurality of ponds used to grow algae by mixing a culture fluid with a nutrient. To minimize the loss of heat due to environmental factors, the expanding Plug Flow Reactor is covered with a translucent, light-transmitting cover and is lined with an insulation liner. In addition, an underground sump and pump are provided and connected to the expanding Plug Flow Reactor. The sump is provided to store the algae at night when ambient air temperature is at its coldest. An adjacent power plant provides: (1) heat byproducts to warm the culture and (2) CO | 11-22-2012 |