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Andre L. Couto, Sumare BR
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20150256135 | RAIL-TO-RAIL FOLLOWER CIRCUITS - Rail-to-rail follower circuits. In some embodiments, a source follower circuit may include a first level shifter configured to receive an input voltage; an N-type Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (NMOS) transistor having a gate terminal coupled to an output of the first level shifter; a second level shifter configured to receive the input voltage; a P-type Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (PMOS) transistor having a gate terminal coupled to an output of the second level shifter and a source terminal coupled to a source terminal of the NMOS transistor; and an amplifier configured to receive the input voltage and to output a current at a node between the source terminal of the NMOS transistor and the source terminal of the PMOS transistor, wherein the current is determined based upon a difference between the input voltage and a reference voltage. | 09-10-2015 |
Diego Fernando Dotta Couto, Florianopolis BR
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20150201038 | METHOD AND SYSTEM IMPLEMENTED BY A COLLABORATIVE DISTRIBUTED COMPUTATIONAL NETWORK, AND RELATED DEVICES - Method and system implemented by a collaborative distributed computational network, and related devices, comprising a plurality of client devices supported by a computational network to cooperatively perform interactive operations in at least one community of practice organized in a hierarchical structure at strategic levels, wherein said method comprises the steps of registering at least one community of practice on the computational network, creating a network of practice; assigning a unique identification code for a device on the network of practice computational network, identifying a user through an unique identification user code; connecting the user to at least one community of network of practice; defining a practice; unfolding the practice in strategic levels of this community of practice; registering the practice on the computational network; locating the practice in organizational or geo graphical coordinates; registering the localization of practice on the computational network; selecting a template guide containing sequential instructions content (as a script) and components; configuring the guide that implements the practice at the strategic level of the community of practice; publishing the guide in a client device through computer applications; setting up the interfaces of guides of client device for groups of people in group interactions of the same strategic level or between community of practice strategic levels; setting up specific interfaces of guides for individual actions on the client devices for individual interaction; manipulating guides on the client device group for the group interaction or when there is interaction between community of practice strategic levels; manipulating the individual guides on personal client devices when there are individual actions; storing the guide manipulation data in a distributed and asynchronous way on the client devices; maintaining versioning of data from historical records; synchronize data between client devices themselves and with the servers when the there is connectivity between them; and process the distributed guide data organizing and sorting out the history of best practices. | 07-16-2015 |
Drew Couto, San Diego, CA US
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20090215527 | TOURNAMENT-STYLE PARIMUTUEL WAGERING SYSTEM - Provided in embodiments of the present invention is a method of wagering on a plurality of events. In one embodiment, the method includes accepting a plurality of participants to wager on the events and providing each participant with a fantasy bankroll of money to wager on the events. After the participants have been provided with their respective fantasy bankrolls, wagers from the participants on a first event are received. After the event has been completed, a finishing order of the participants is determined. Next, a portion of the participants is cut based on the finishing order to form a group of finalists. The finalist wager on a second event and a finishing order of the finalists is determined from the outcome of the second event. Prizes are then awarded based on the finishing order of the finalists. | 08-27-2009 |
Fernando Jose Rebelo Do Couto, Pleasanton, CA US
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20090155824 | METHODS FOR ANTIBODY ENGINEERING - The invention provides a method for identifying positions of an antibody that can be modified without significantly reducing the binding activity of the antibody. In many embodiments, the method involves identifying a substitutable position in a parent antibody by comparing its amino acid sequence to the amino acid sequences of a number of related antibodies that each bind to the same antigen as the parent antibody. The amino acid at the substitutable position may be substituted for a different amino acid without significantly affecting the activity of the antibody. The subject methods may be employed to change the amino acid sequence of a CDR without significantly reducing the affinity of the antibody of the antibody, in humanization methods, or in other antibody engineering methods. The invention finds use in a variety of therapeutic, diagnostic and research applications. | 06-18-2009 |
20090202558 | TNFalpha-NEUTRALIZING ANTIBODIES - The invention provides monoclonal antibodies that neutralize TNFα activity. The monoclonal antibodies may be rabbit monoclonal antibodies or monoclonal antibodies having CDR regions derived from those rabbit monoclonal antibodies. In certain embodiments, the monoclonal antibodies may be humanized. Methods of using the subject antibodies to inhibit TNFα activity, methods of treatment using those antibodies and kits containing the same are also provided. The invention finds use in a variety of research and medical applications. | 08-13-2009 |
20110243936 | TNFalpha-NEUTRALIZING ANTIBODIES - The invention provides monoclonal antibodies that neutralize TNFα activity. The monoclonal antibodies may be rabbit monoclonal antibodies or monoclonal antibodies having CDR regions derived from those rabbit monoclonal antibodies. In certain embodiments, the monoclonal antibodies may be humanized. Methods of using the subject antibodies to inhibit TNFα activity, methods of treatment using those antibodies and kits containing the same are also provided. The invention finds use in a variety of research and medical applications. | 10-06-2011 |
20120003671 | METHODS FOR ANTIBODY ENGINEERING - The invention provides a method for identifying positions of an antibody that can be modified without significantly reducing the binding activity of the antibody. In many embodiments, the method involves identifying a substitutable position in a parent antibody by comparing its amino acid sequence to the amino acid sequences of a number of related antibodies that each bind to the same antigen as the parent antibody. The amino acid at the substitutable position may be substituted for a different amino acid without significantly affecting the activity of the antibody. The subject methods may be employed to change the amino acid sequence of a CDR without significantly reducing the affinity of the antibody of the antibody, in humanization methods, or in other antibody engineering methods. The invention finds use in a variety of therapeutic, diagnostic and research applications. | 01-05-2012 |
20120269809 | TNFalpha-Neutralizing Antibodies - The invention provides monoclonal antibodies that neutralize TNFα activity. The monoclonal antibodies may be rabbit monoclonal antibodies or monoclonal antibodies having CDR regions derived from those rabbit monoclonal antibodies. In certain embodiments, the monoclonal antibodies may be humanized. Methods of using the subject antibodies to inhibit TNFα activity, methods of treatment using those antibodies and kits containing the same are also provided. The invention finds use in a variety of research and medical applications. | 10-25-2012 |
20120329069 | METHODS FOR ANTIBODY ENGINEERING - The invention provides a method for identifying positions of an antibody that can be modified without significantly reducing the binding activity of the antibody. In many embodiments, the method involves identifying a substitutable position in a parent antibody by comparing its amino acid sequence to the amino acid sequences of a number of related antibodies that each bind to the same antigen as the parent antibody. The amino acid at the substitutable position may be substituted for a different amino acid without significantly affecting the activity of the antibody. The subject methods may be employed to change the amino acid sequence of a CDR without significantly reducing the affinity of the antibody of the antibody, in humanization methods, or in other antibody engineering methods. The invention finds use in a variety of therapeutic, diagnostic and research applications. | 12-27-2012 |
20150038370 | Methods for Antibody Engineering - The invention provides a method for identifying positions of an antibody that can be modified without significantly reducing the binding activity of the antibody. In many embodiments, the method involves identifying a substitutable position in a parent antibody by comparing its amino acid sequence to the amino acid sequences of a number of related antibodies that each bind to the same antigen as the parent antibody. The amino acid at the substitutable position may be substituted for a different amino acid without significantly affecting the activity of the antibody. The subject methods may be employed to change the amino acid sequence of a CDR without significantly reducing the affinity of the antibody of the antibody, in humanization methods, or in other antibody engineering methods. The invention finds use in a variety of therapeutic, diagnostic and research applications. | 02-05-2015 |
Heraldo Da Silva Couto, Sao Paulo BR
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20110000666 | Vitiated Steam Generator - The device of the present invention belongs to the field of the steam generators devices. Specifically, the device described herein is based constructively in a rocket-type engine for generates instantaneously a vitiated steam, which is a mix of water steam with combustion gases. The device described herein is a modular device whose each module may be changed in case of break or clogging. The device of this invention provides energy for the operation of different steam equipment, such as turbines, engines, locomotives, among other possible, as well as the combination of them. The device of this invention may also be attached in petroleum wells, making feasible the extraction of petroleum from the mature wells. | 01-06-2011 |
Heraldo Da Silva Couto, Cachoeira Paulista BR
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20110027069 | Hybrid Tesla-Pelton Wheel Disc Turbine - Utility Model Patent for a hybrid turbine that consists in a Tesla turbine improved with the replacement partial or total of its smooth discs by innovative discs called ‘Pelton type discs ( | 02-03-2011 |
John Couto, Bristol, RI US
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20120222471 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MEASUREMENT OF PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF FREE FLOWING MATERIALS IN VESSELS - Methods and apparatus for non-invasive, simultaneous determination of density and a shear resistance relating variable of a non-gaseous, free flowing material are presented. In one example, the non-gaseous free flowing material is disposed within a vessel at a known or constant level. According to this example, the method and apparatus utilizes an adjustable mathematical model to determine the density and a shear resistance relating variable based on measurements of the system comprising the filling material, the vessel wall and the dynamic measuring instrument interacting with the wall. | 09-06-2012 |
Linda Couto, Pleasanton, CA US
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20100028998 | RNAi Expression Constructs - The present invention provides compositions and methods suitable for expressing 1-x RNAi agents against a gene or genes in cells, tissues or organs of interest in vitro and in vivo so as to treat diseases or disorders. | 02-04-2010 |
20120058555 | RNAi EXPRESSION CONSTRUCTS - The present invention provides compositions and methods suitable for expressing 1-x RNAi agents against a gene or genes in cells, tissues or organs of interest in vitro and in vivo so as to treat diseases or disorders. | 03-08-2012 |
20150197751 | RNAI EXPRESSION CONSTRUCTS - The present invention provides compositions and methods suitable for expressing 1-x RNAi agents against a gene or genes in cells, tissues or organs of interest in vitro and in vivo so as to treat diseases or disorders. | 07-16-2015 |
Linda B. Couto, Pleasonton, CA US
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20130030042 | NUCLEIC ACIDS FOR TARGETING MULTIPLE REGIONS OF THE HCV GENOME - Compositions and methods effective for modulating Hepatitis C viral infection are provided. | 01-31-2013 |
Lucelio Bernades Couto, Ribeirao Preto/sp BR
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20100267841 | Composition for Topical Use Containing an Extract of Stryphnodendron; Its Preparation As Well As Its Application - The present invention relates to topical compositions containing extracts of the plant genus | 10-21-2010 |
Paul Couto, Londonderry, NH US
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20120324567 | Method and Apparatus for Home Network Discovery - Methods of remotely discovering information of hosts connected to a local area network (LAN) are provided. Electronic communications sent from a gateway behind which the LAN is configured are received by a remote server connected to a wide area network (WAN). The electronic communications include information of a list of hosts connected to the LAN, a log of LAN events, or diagnostic data concerning the LAN. Apparatus for remotely discovering information of hosts or devices connected to a LAN behind a gateway are also disclosed. | 12-20-2012 |
20130103807 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR EXCHANGING CONFIGURATION INFORMATION IN A WIRELESS LOCAL AREA NETWORK - A method of exchanging configuration information needed to authenticate an unregistered Wi-Fi client device to an access point of a wireless local area network is described. A SSID of the AP and a temporary hidden secondary SSID of the AP are enabled for a preset time period with a residential gateway providing the AP of the WLAN. A message is received in the form of IP UDP packets by the residential gateway to the temporary hidden secondary SSID of the AP during the preset time period requesting network configuration information. The residential gateway transmits the requested network configuration information via return message in the form of IP UDP packets on the temporary hidden secondary SSID of the AP. Additional methods and apparatus are described. | 04-25-2013 |
Paulo Rogerio Carrara Couto, Joinville, SC US
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20140007765 | RESONANT MECHANISM FOR LINEAR COMPRESSORS - The present invention relates to a resonant mechanism for compressors which comprises a tubular body (1) containing at least two slot sets (12) that delimit an intermediate surface (13) which central portion has substantially ellipsoidal conformation (14) on which it is located a hole (15) through which the resonant spring will be affixed (2); a resounding spring (2) housed within the tubular body (1); at least two fastening sets (3) for fastening the resonant spring (2) to the tubular body (1), and leaf flat springs (4) alternately and successively mounted with spacers (not shown) along with the circular side faces (11) of the tubular body (1). The slot sets (12) have a specific configuration to allow rigidity and flexibility suitable for the mechanism operation in situations where the resulting axial force differs from zero. | 01-09-2014 |
Paulo Rogerio Carrara Couto, Joinville BR
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20140234145 | ARRANGEMENT OF COMPONENTS OF A LINEAR COMPRESSOR - The present invention refers to the arrangement of components comprised in a linear compressor ( | 08-21-2014 |
20140301874 | LINEAR COMPRESSOR BASED ON RESONANT OSCILLATING MECHANISM - The present invention refers to a linear compressor based on resonant oscillating mechanism, which is comprised by at least one resonant spring ( | 10-09-2014 |
20150040752 | CONNECTING ROD/PISTON ARRANGEMENT FOR ALTERNATIVE COMPRESSOR AND PROCESS FOR ASSEMBLING CONNECTING ROD/PISTON ARRANGEMENT FOR ALTERNATIVE COMPRESSOR - The present invention refers to a connecting rod/piston arrangement for alternative compressor, comprising using at least an intermediate element capable of associating said connecting rod with the piston, wherein both do not radially contact with one another. A process for assembling said connecting rod/piston arrangement for alternative compressor is also disclosed. The connecting rod/piston arrangement for alternative compressor comprises at least a piston ( | 02-12-2015 |
Peter Couto, Cambridge CA
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20130121371 | METHOD FOR DETECTING AUTOMOBILE DIFFERENTIAL FILL OMISSION - A method of detecting an omission to fill an automobile differential housing with fluid in the course of an assembly procedure is carried out using an infrared sensor to read differential housing temperature. The camera produces an electrical signal that is processed to provide an indication as to whether or not the differential housing has been properly filled. An infrared sensing camera is the preferred thermal detector. | 05-16-2013 |
Renato Dale Couto, Rio De Janeiro Rj BR
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20090267788 | Method for Managing Lockers Remotely - A method capable of remotely managing the implementation, the installation control and use of cabinets or storage lockers at any location over the Internet, through communication between databases that interconnect the end user needs with the capacities and needs of the location that makes the lockers available. | 10-29-2009 |
Wally Couto, Burlington CA
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20100026019 | BUMPER MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES AND VEHICLES INCORPORATING SAME - A bumper mounting assembly comprises a support member mountable to a vehicle front and a bumper-carrying member hingedly mounted to the support member to be movable between an upright position and a lowered position. A primary actuator is secured to the support member and the bumper-carrying member and can apply braking force against movement of the bumper-carrying member from the upright position to the lowered position and can preferably move the bumper-carrying member from the lowered position to the upright position. One of the bumper-carrying member and the support member carries a detent and the other carries a movable latch and a latch actuator for moving the latch between an engagement position and a disengagement position, with the latch biased into the engagement position so that the latch can selectively retain the bumper-carrying member in the upright position. A system to maintain pressure in a spare tire is also described. | 02-04-2010 |
20120160057 | TRANSFER CASE - A transfer case comprises a casing, an input shaft extending from outside the casing into the casing and at least one output shaft extending from inside the casing to outside the case. The input shaft is rotationally coupled to the output shaft(s) for transferring rotation from the input shaft to the output shaft(s). Various types of mechanical arrangements can be used to couple the input shaft to the output shaft(s). The input shaft and the output shaft(s) are rotatably supported in the casing by opposed pairs of tapered roller bearings oriented so that the narrow ends of the tapered roller bearings in each pair of tapered roller bearings point away from one another, and the tapered roller bearings are each squeezed between the casing and their respective shaft. The tapered roller bearings are adjustable to limit play between the shafts and the casing. | 06-28-2012 |
20120233787 | RAMP SYSTEM - A vehicle ramp system has multiple configurations. The simplest embodiment provides a ramp which can move between a retracted configuration and an extended “step in” configuration in which an outboard end of the ramp is closer to the ground than in the retracted configuration, so that the outboard end of the ramp functions as a lowered step. A preferred embodiment provides a fully retracted configuration, a partially extended “step in” configuration, a partially extended “curb ramp” configuration in which the outboard end of the ramp can engage a curb or sidewalk, and a fully extended configuration in which the outboard end of the ramp can engage a road surface of the road on which the vehicle carrying the ramp is supported. | 09-20-2012 |
20140044512 | RAMP SYSTEM - A vehicle ramp system has multiple configurations. The simplest embodiment provides a ramp which can move between a retracted configuration and an extended “step in” configuration in which an outboard end of the ramp is closer to the ground than in the retracted configuration, so that the outboard end of the ramp functions as a lowered step. A preferred embodiment provides a fully retracted configuration, a partially extended “step in” configuration, a partially extended “curb ramp” configuration in which the outboard end of the ramp can engage a curb or sidewalk, and a fully extended configuration in which the outboard end of the ramp can engage a road surface of the road on which the vehicle carrying the ramp is supported. | 02-13-2014 |
20140364049 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VENT PROTECTION ENCLOSURES - A generally planar blank made, for example, from sheet metal can be formed into a vent protector that can be mounted to an outer wall of a structure over the exhaust aperture of a vent to inhibit vertebrate wildlife from entering the vent. The vent protector forms an enclosure for receiving vent flaps that may extend outwardly from the wall of the structure. | 12-11-2014 |
Wally Couto, Oakville CA
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20100205741 | Activation Means for Position Adjustment of a Therapeutic Table - The present invention is a therapeutic table with an improved position adjustment mechanism and to a method for adapting a therapeutic table to include an improved mechanism for position adjustment of a table. In an embodiment, the improved position adjustment mechanism is a ribbon switch on the top surface of a frame forming the base of the table and a ribbon switch on the bottom surface of a frame forming the base of the table, which ribbon switch when pressure is applied activates the movement of the table up and down, respectively. | 08-19-2010 |