Thiel, US
Aaron Thiel, Durham, CT US
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20090153550 | Virtual object rendering system and method - There is provided a virtual object rendering system comprising a camera, at least one sensor for sensing perspective data corresponding to a camera perspective, a communication interface configured to send the perspective data to a virtual object rendering computer, and the virtual object rendering computer having one or more virtual objects, the virtual object rendering computer configured to determine the camera perspective from the perspective data, and to perform the virtual object rendering by redrawing the one or more virtual objects to align the one or more virtual objects with the camera perspective. The virtual object rendering computer may be further configured to produce a merged image of the one or more redrawn virtual objects and a camera image received from the camera. | 06-18-2009 |
20100321377 | System and method for integrating multiple virtual rendering systems to provide an augmented reality - There is provided a system and method for integrating multiple virtual rendering systems to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method for integrating multiple virtual rendering systems for outputting a composite render to a display, comprising obtaining a first environment data from a first virtual rendering system using a first camera view, obtaining a second environment data from a second virtual rendering system using a second camera view, rendering the composite render by processing the first environment and the second environment, and outputting the composite render to the display. Additionally, the first environment data and second environment data may depend on synchronized or corresponding inputs, and display priority algorithms or masking algorithms may be used to determine virtual and real object display priority. | 12-23-2010 |
20100321389 | System and method for rendering in accordance with location of virtual objects in real-time - There is provided a system and method for rendering in accordance with location of virtual objects in real-time. There is provided a method for persistent association of a graphic overlay with a virtual object in a displayable environment, comprising receiving a first three-dimensional coordinate of the virtual object in the displayable environment, determining a three-dimensional coordinate of the graphic overlay in accordance with the first three-dimensional coordinate of the virtual object, tracking a movement of the virtual object in the displayable environment by receiving one or more second three-dimensional coordinates of the virtual object, and modifying the three-dimensional coordinate of the graphic overlay in accordance with the one or more second three-dimensional coordinates of the virtual object. | 12-23-2010 |
20110128300 | Augmented reality videogame broadcast programming - There is provided a system and method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a video capture system using flexible camera control to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method comprising receiving input data from a plurality of clients for modifying a virtual environment presented using the virtual rendering system, obtaining, from the virtual rendering system, a virtual camera configuration of a virtual camera in the virtual environment, programming the video capture system using the virtual camera configuration to correspondingly control a robotic camera in a real environment, capturing a video capture feed using the robotic camera, obtaining a virtually rendered feed using the virtual camera showing the modifying of the virtual environment, rendering the composite render by processing the feeds, and outputting the composite render to the display. | 06-02-2011 |
20110164030 | Virtual camera control using motion control systems for augmented reality - There is provided a system and method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a motion control system to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a motion control system for outputting a composite render to a display, the method comprising obtaining, from the motion control system, a robotic camera configuration of a robotic camera in a real environment, programming the virtual rendering system using the robotic camera configuration to correspondingly control a virtual camera in a virtual environment, obtaining a virtually rendered feed using the virtual camera, capturing a video capture feed using the robotic camera, rendering the composite render by processing the feeds, and outputting the composite render to the display. | 07-07-2011 |
20110164116 | Video capture system control using virtual cameras for augmented reality - There is provided a system and method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a video capture system using flexible camera control to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a video capture system for outputting a composite render to a display, the method comprising obtaining, from the virtual rendering system, a virtual camera configuration of a virtual camera in a virtual environment, programming the video capture system using the virtual camera configuration to correspondingly control a robotic camera in a real environment, capturing a video capture feed using the robotic camera, obtaining a virtually rendered feed using the virtual camera, rendering the composite render by processing the feeds, and outputting the composite render to the display. | 07-07-2011 |
20140293014 | Video Capture System Control Using Virtual Cameras for Augmented Reality - There is provided a system and method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a video capture system using flexible camera control to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a video capture system for outputting a composite render to a display, the method comprising obtaining, from the virtual rendering system, a virtual camera configuration of a virtual camera in a virtual environment, programming the video capture system using the virtual camera configuration to correspondingly control a robotic camera in a real environment, capturing a video capture feed using the robotic camera, obtaining a virtually rendered feed using the virtual camera, rendering the composite render by processing the feeds, and outputting the composite render to the display. | 10-02-2014 |
20140333668 | Augmented Reality Videogame Broadcast Programming - There is provided a system and method for integrating a virtual rendering system and a video capture system using flexible camera control to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method comprising receiving input data from a plurality of clients for modifying a virtual environment presented using the virtual rendering system, obtaining, from the virtual rendering system, a virtual camera configuration of a virtual camera in the virtual environment, programming the video capture system using the virtual camera configuration to correspondingly control a robotic camera in a real environment, capturing a video capture feed using the robotic camera, obtaining a virtually rendered feed using the virtual camera showing the modifying of the virtual environment, rendering the composite render by processing the feeds, and outputting the composite render to the display. | 11-13-2014 |
20150035863 | System and Method for Integrating Multiple Virtual Rendering Systems to Provide an Augmented Reality - There is provided a system and method for integrating multiple virtual rendering systems to provide an augmented reality. There is provided a method for integrating multiple virtual rendering systems for outputting a composite render to a display, comprising obtaining a first environment data from a first virtual rendering system using a first camera view, obtaining a second environment data from a second virtual rendering system using a second camera view, rendering the composite render by processing the first environment and the second environment, and outputting the composite render to the display. Additionally, the first environment data and second environment data may depend on synchronized or corresponding inputs, and display priority algorithms or masking algorithms may be used to determine virtual and real object display priority. | 02-05-2015 |
20150339842 | System and Method for Rendering in Accordance with Location of Virtual Objects in Real-Time - There is provided a system and method for rendering in accordance with location of virtual objects in real-time. There is provided a method for persistent association of a graphic overlay with a virtual object in a displayable environment, comprising receiving a first three-dimensional coordinate of the virtual object in the displayable environment, determining a three-dimensional coordinate of the graphic overlay in accordance with the first three-dimensional coordinate of the virtual object, tracking a movement of the virtual object in the displayable environment by receiving one or more second three-dimensional coordinates of the virtual object, and modifying the three-dimensional coordinate of the graphic overlay in accordance with the one or more second three-dimensional coordinates of the virtual object. | 11-26-2015 |
20150350737 | System and Method for Multi-Device Video Image Display and Modification - Methods and systems for allowing multiple devices to display and annotate (or modify) a video image are described, where a content renderer device displays a video image that is also displayed (or viewed) by one or more content viewer devices, which can both display and annotate (or modify) the same video image at the same time, and the content renderer selectively determines whether or not a GUI menu is displayed on its display screen. Annotation commands (e.g., screen touch data) on the viewer devices are captured, packaged and sent to the content renderer, which creates a combined modified video image having the annotations from the viewer devices, displays it to the renderer display and sends it to the viewer devices for display thereon. Also, the viewer device may selectively display video content from multiple other peer devices as a composite video image, may annotate (or modify) each displayed video content independently, and may send a screen video image, or a portion thereof, to any other peer device. Any peer device may operate as a content renderer or content viewer, or both, at any given time, and peer devices may be running different operating systems. | 12-03-2015 |
Andrew David William Thiel, Beavercreek, OH US
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20130104567 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COOLING GAS TURBINE ROTOR BLADES | 05-02-2013 |
Brian Thiel, Royal Oak, MI US
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20110109146 | REMOVABLE VEHICLE SEAT - A removable vehicle seat includes a base, a removable seat main body, and a first attachment mechanism and a second attachment mechanism configured to removably attach the removable seat main body to the base. The first attachment mechanism includes a pin provided to the removable seat main body; and an attachment member provided to the base, and provided with a groove to which the pin is inserted. A disengagement prevention structure is provided between the pin and the attachment member, the disengagement prevention structure being configured to prevent the pin from disengaging from the groove. The second attachment mechanism includes a striker provided to the removable seat main body; and a lock device provided to the base and configured to releasably engage with the striker. | 05-12-2011 |
Bryce Thiel, Lexington, OH US
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20150118024 | CENTRIFUGAL PUMP WITH SELF-CLEANING WEAR PLATE - A centrifugal pump having an impeller assembly within a pump housing and a wear plate positioned in confronting relationship with the impeller assembly. The wear plate includes an annular wear plate portion defining an impeller side that confronts the impeller and further defines an annular portion defining an eye formed generally centrally and has a center point that is substantially aligned with a rotational axis of the impeller. The eye includes a plurality of peripheral notches separated by tooth-like spacer gaps. At least one protrusion extends from the eye towards the impeller at a predetermined angle. Inner and outer radial grooves are formed in the wear plate surface that confronts the impeller. | 04-30-2015 |
Charles Thiel, Bozeman, MT US
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20100242503 | METHODS & APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING ROTATIONAL MOVEMENT AND THERMAL STABILITY TO A COOLED SAMPLE - A method of rotating a sample for use in a cryocooler, having the steps of mounting a sample in a sample mounting apparatus, the apparatus comprising a housing having an outer wall surface, an inner wall surface, a mount attached to the inner wall surface for supporting the sample, and a motor for rotating the sample, and an exchange gas to provide thermal communication between the moving sample and the inner housing surfaces; sealing the housing by applying a sealant to adjoining parts of the housing such that the joints are air tight; evacuating the housing; adding an inert gas to the housing; sealing the inert gas in the housing; attaching the outer wall surface of the housing to a cryocooler; and rotating the sample by engaging the motor. Also disclosed is a cryogenic apparatus having a sample holder; a cryo-cooler; a thermal link connecting the sample holder and the cryo-cooler; and a motor attached to the sample holder for rotating a sample. | 09-30-2010 |
Charles W. Thiel, Bozeman, MT US
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20120140236 | Spatial Spectral Photonic Receiver for Direction Finding via Wideband Phase Sensitive Spectral Mapping - An apparatus includes a single or dual output port, dual-drive Mach-Zehnder Interferometer configured to generate a first optical signal in one path, and to generate a second optical signal in a different path. The apparatus also includes an optical spectrum analyzer configured to receive output from at least one port of the dual-drive Mach-Zehnder Interferometer. A method includes causing radio frequency signals from two different antennae to modulate an optical carrier at a corresponding drive of a dual-drive Mach-Zehnder Interferometer, and causing output from at least one port of the Mach-Zehnder Interferometer to be directed to an optical spectrum analyzer. The method further comprises determining arrival angle at each of a plurality of frequencies in the radio frequency signals based on output from the optical spectrum analyzer. | 06-07-2012 |
20140175267 | Method and Apparatus for Generation of Arbitrary Waveforms with Large Bandwidth and Long Time Apertures - Techniques for producing an arbitrary broadband waveform include storing a first waveform in a circulating coherent storage device. A next waveform is generated. A shifted replica is generated by shifting, by a frequency shift one of the next waveform or the waveform in the storage device. A combined waveform is stored by coherently combining the shifted replica and one of the next waveform or the waveform in the storage device which waveform is not frequency shifted. An apparatus includes a source of a carrier frequency waveform, and a modulator configured to impose the next waveform on the carrier frequency waveform. The apparatus also includes a circulating coherent storage device configured to store a coherent interaction between multiple waveforms. The apparatus also includes a frequency shifter configured to generate a shifted replica by shifting, by a frequency shift, one of the next waveform or a waveform in the storage device. | 06-26-2014 |
Clifford G. Thiel, Lanark, IL US
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20090127857 | ELECTRICAL INDUCTOR ASSEMBLY - An electrical inductor assembly comprises an inductor core having a circular shape, a wire guide that surrounds the inductor core and includes a plurality of slots, at least one of the slots forming a path winding around the inductor core, and at least one wire placed in one of the plurality of slots to form a winding. A method of forming an electrical inductor assembly comprises forming an inductor core having a circular shape, surrounding the inductor core with a wire guide, winding at least one wire around the inductor core along a slot in the wire guide, and applying an insulating material to the slot containing the at least one wire to electrically insulate the at least one wire. | 05-21-2009 |
20090146769 | Light-weight, conduction-cooled inductor - A lightweight inductor for the motor controller of an aircraft starter includes a toroidal inductor core divided into multiple sections that are separated by a thermally conductive, but electrically insulating, material. The inductor core is wound with wire and positioned inside of an electrically and thermally conductive container, which acts as a heat sink and EMI shield, while also reducing eddy currents within the inductor core. | 06-11-2009 |
C. Yvonne Thiel, Carmel, NY US
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20100107483 | Diesel fuel composition - A diesel fuel containing a soot dispersant additive which is a grafted and derivatized low molecular weight copolymer of ethylene and at least one C | 05-06-2010 |
Daniel Thiel, Walnut Creek, CA US
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20090046837 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO COORDINATE A MEDICAL RESPONSE TO AN INCIDENT - Systems and methods of the present invention can be used to provide efficient and rapid coordinated medical responses to incidents, such as emergencies. In accordance with an embodiment, input(s) that specify a type and severity of an incident are received. In response thereto, medical personnel (persons) are informed of the incident and a need for the medical personnel to report to a facility where they can assist in a medical response to the incident. Replies are received from at least some of the persons. Information is automatically kept track of including, which persons are located at the facility, which persons are unavailable and which persons are en-route to the facility. Additionally, estimates of the amount of time it will take at least some of the persons (en-route to the facility) to arrive are automatically tracked. | 02-19-2009 |
David William Thiel, Colorado Springs, CO US
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20100083040 | Expander Circuit For A Solid State Persistent Storage Device That Provides A Plurality Of Interfaces To Corresponding Storage Controllers - A system includes a solid state persistent storage device, and a plurality of storage controllers to manage access of the solid state persistent storage device. An expander circuit is connected to the solid state persistent storage device and has a plurality of computer-based bus interfaces connected to the corresponding plurality of storage controllers. | 04-01-2010 |
Douglas J. Thiel, Streamwood, IL US
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20110224014 | GOLF PUTTER HEAD INCLUDING A CANTILEVERED ALIGNMENT AID - A putter head including a fore body and an aft body. The fore body includes a planar front strike face, heel and toe side walls, a rear wall, a top surface and a generally planar sole. The top surface includes a sight line. The sight line extends along a first plane that is perpendicular to the strike face and to the sole, and is substantially evenly spaced from the heel and toe side walls. The aft body is coupled to the fore body and includes a rear main portion and an overhang. The rear main portion is engaged to the rear wall of the fore body, and has a central region positioned between first and second end regions. The overhang forwardly extends from the central region. The overhang includes an elongate slot extending along the first plane, and is positioned over at least a portion of the sight line. | 09-15-2011 |
Frank William Thiel, Sterling Heights, MI US
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20150225006 | Multifunctional Utility Cart - A multifunctional cart is disclosed. The multifunctional cart has a frame and a pair of arms, with the arms extending outward from the frame, and a plurality of platform support members attached to the pair of arms at spaced distances outward from the frame. A platform is slideably engageable between platform support members, providing a height adjustable surface. | 08-13-2015 |
Geoffrey T. Thiel, Sunnyvale, CA US
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20130291687 | Pet Identification Tag Beverage Opener - Pet identification tag beverage opener systems and methods are herein disclosed. According to one embodiment an exemplary pet identification tag beverage opener includes an attachment means, an identification region, a beverage opener and a lever arm. | 11-07-2013 |
George H. Thiel, Endicott, NY US
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20090200007 | HEAT EXCHANGER HAVING TEMPERATURE-ACTUATED VALVES - A heat exchanger includes a body having a plurality of cooling fins defining a plurality of channels therebetween. The heat exchanger also includes a valve positioned in a first channel of the plurality of channels. At least a portion of the valve includes a shape memory material having a thermal transformation temperature. The valve is movable between a first discrete position and a second discrete position. Fluid flow is allowed through the first channel when the valve is in the first discrete position above the thermal transformation temperature. Fluid flow is at least partially blocked in the first channel when the valve is in the second discrete position below the thermal transformation temperature. | 08-13-2009 |
Gerard R. Thiel, Dysart, IA US
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20100319874 | BIO-BASED BINDER SYSTEM - A bio-based binder system for use in preparing foundry molds. In a preferred embodiment, the system includes the use of a) a polyermizable hydroxyl-containing component comprising a saccharide, b) an isocyanate component, and c) a catalyst, and preferably amine catalyst, component adapted to catalyze the polymerization of a) and b), in the presence of a foundry aggregate such as sand. The system can be used in any suitable manner, including in either a cold box process or no bake process as described herein. | 12-23-2010 |
20110190444 | HUMIC SUBSTANCES-BASED POLYMER SYSTEM - A system for use in forming polymer compositions, including as a replacement for phenolic based resin systems, for instance, in preparing foundry molds. In a preferred embodiment, the system includes the use of a) a polyermizable hydroxyl-containing component comprising a humic substance (as can be provided by lignite), b) an isocyanate component, and c) a catalyst, and preferably amine catalyst, component adapted to catalyze the polymerization of a) and b). The system is optionally used as binder system in the presence of a filler, such as, in combination with a foundry aggregate such as sand. A polymer system of this invention can be substantially free of formaldehyde or phenol, and preferably contains little or no aromatic solvents. | 08-04-2011 |
Gregory P. Thiel, Cambridge, MA US
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20140014212 | Thermodynamic Balancing of Combined Heat and Mass Exchange Devices - A carrier-gas mixture is directed through a fluid flow path in a combined heat and mass transfer device, which can be operated at sub-atmospheric pressure. Heat and mass are transferred from or to the carrier-gas mixture via interaction with a liquid composition that includes a vaporizable component in a liquid state to substantially change the content of the vaporizable component in the carrier-gas mixture via evaporation or condensation. The mass flow rate of the carrier-gas mixture is varied by extracting or injecting the carrier-gas mixture from at least one intermediate location in the fluid flow path, and/or the mass flow rate of the liquid composition is varied by extracting or injecting the liquid composition from at least one intermediate location in the fluid flow path; and the flow of the carrier-gas mixture or the liquid composition is regulated to reduce the average local enthalpy pinch in the device. | 01-16-2014 |
Gregory P. Thiel, Belmont, MA US
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20130074694 | Bubble-Column Vapor Mixture Condenser - In a bubble-column vapor mixture condenser, a fluid source supplies a carrier-gas stream including a condensable fluid in vapor phase. The condensable fluid in liquid form is contained as a bath in a chamber in each stage of the condenser, and the carrier gas is bubbled through the bath to condense the fluid into the bath. The bubble-column vapor mixture condenser can be used, e.g., in a humidification-dehumidification system for purifying a liquid, such as water. | 03-28-2013 |
20130075940 | Bubble-Column Vapor Mixture Condenser - In a bubble-column vapor mixture condenser, a fluid source supplies a carrier-gas stream including a condensable fluid in vapor phase. The condensable fluid in liquid form is contained as a bath in a chamber in each stage of the condenser, and the carrier gas is bubbled through the bath to condense the fluid into the bath. Energy from condensation is recovered to a liquid composition in a conduit that passes through the liquid in the stages of the condenser. The bubble-column vapor mixture condenser can be used, e.g., in a humidification-dehumidification system for purifying a liquid, such as water. | 03-28-2013 |
20130341810 | Bubble-Column Vapor Mixture Condenser - In a bubble-column vapor mixture condenser, a fluid source supplies a carrier-gas stream including a condensable fluid in vapor phase. The condensable fluid in liquid form is contained as a bath in a chamber in each stage of the condenser, and the carrier gas is bubbled through the bath to condense the condensable fluid into the bath. Energy from condensation is recovered to a coolant in a conduit that passes through the liquid in the stages of the condenser. The bubble-column vapor mixture condenser can be used, e.g., in a humidification-dehumidification system for purifying a liquid, such as water. | 12-26-2013 |
20150260418 | Humidification-Dehumidification System with a Bubble-Column Vapor Mixture Condenser and Intermediate Gas Extraction - A humidification-dehumidification system comprises a source of liquid; a humidifier including carrier-gas and liquid inlets and outlets and a chamber in which the liquid can contact a carrier gas containing a condensable fluid in vapor phase that is introduced from the carrier-gas inlet in a counterflow arrangement and in which a portion of the liquid can vaporize into the carrier gas; a bubble-column vapor mixture condenser including at least first and second stages, each stage including a carrier-gas inlet and outlet and a chamber configured to contain a liquid bath in fluid communication with the carrier-gas inlet and the carrier-gas outlet; a conduit passing from the source of the liquid through the chamber of each stage of the bubble-column condenser; and an intermediate exchange conduit coupled with (a) the bubble-column vapor mixture condenser and (b) the humidifier chamber at intermediate stages of each for transfer of the carrier gas therebetween. | 09-17-2015 |
20150290557 | Multi-Stage Bubble-Column Vapor Mixture Condenser - A multi-stage bubble-column vapor mixture condenser comprises at least a first stage and a second stage. Each stage includes a carrier-gas inlet and a carrier-gas outlet, as well as a condenser chamber containing a condensing bath in fluid communication with the carrier-gas inlet and the carrier-gas outlet. The carrier-gas inlet is positioned to bubble carrier gas from the carrier-gas inlet up through the condensing bath, overcoming a hydrostatic head of the condensing bath. The carrier-gas outlet is positioned with an opening for carrier-gas extraction above the condensing bath, wherein the first-stage carrier-gas outlet is in fluid communication with the carrier-gas inlet of the second stage to facilitate flow of the carrier gas through the condensing bath in the condenser chamber of the first stage and then through the condensing bath in the condenser chamber of the second stage. | 10-15-2015 |
James Thiel, Benton, IL US
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20090196721 | Multi-lift for lifting and storing motorcycles and other vehicles - A multi-lift for lifting and storing motorcycles and other vehicles includes a column, incorporating a vertical threaded shaft therein. The shaft is capable of rotation in opposite directions through a reversing motor. The shaft has a threaded carriage mounted thereon, so that as the shaft rotates in one direction, the vehicle laden carriage may be elevated for storing a vehicle or the reversing motor may be turned in an opposite direction, for lowering a vehicle laden carriage, to provide for unloading a vehicle. The threaded carriage that mounts on the threaded shaft may hold one or more wheeled vehicles, and is telescopically constructed so as to extend its length, to allow for storing one or more vehicles lengthwise thereon. | 08-06-2009 |
James P. Thiel, Pittsburg, PA US
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20110203578 | SOLAR REFLECTING MIRROR AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A solar reflecting mirror having a curved reflective surface includes a plurality of transparent shaped segments held together by securing facilities to provide a shaped transparent substrate having a convex surface and an opposite concave surface, the concave surface having a focal area. A solar reflecting coating is provided over the convex surface of the shaped substrate to reflect visible and infrared waves of the electromagnetic scale to the focal area of the shaped transparent substrate. A method of making the solar mirror is also disclosed. | 08-25-2011 |
Jess D. Thiel, Levant, KS US
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20100095836 | Slip Seal Diaphragm For Spring Brake Actuator - A brake actuator system of a vehicle comprising a diaphragm design with a hole and sealing element in the center. The design allows for the sealing element to seal and slide on the outer diameter of the center pushrod for the exposed length. This eliminates the need for a fixed joint to permanently attach the diaphragm to the center pushrod, and allows for the pushrod to be attached to the spring piston or a separate fixed plate and reduces stress of the diaphragm at its interface. | 04-22-2010 |
John Thiel, Lafayette, CO US
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20150339530 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR SEMI-AUTOMATED EDITING OF ORTHO-MOSAICS BUILT FROM REMOTELY-SENSED IMAGERY - A system for automated mosaic-based vector editing comprising a mosaic imaging server that assembles image tiles to form larger image mosaics while correcting the image tiles for tonality and other visual characteristics, a vector analysis server that analyzes vector information, a routing calculation server that calculates routes from the vector information, and a rendering engine that produces visualizations from the routing information, and a method for image mosaic creation and correction. | 11-26-2015 |
John R. Thiel, Sheboygan, WI US
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20140015256 | ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION SYSTEM THAT INCLUDES A FLUID CONTAINMENT SYSTEM - Some embodiments relate to an example electrical power generation system that includes a fluid containment system (FIG. | 01-16-2014 |
Joseph A. Thiel, Interlochen, MI US
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20130122849 | Fall-Responsive Emergency Device, System, and Method - A device capable of being worn by a person includes a fall sensor responsive to the physical effect of a fall by a person wearing the device to generate a sensed-fall signal. A wireless transmitter can send a wireless alert signal in response to the sensed-fall signal without requiring participation by the person wearing the device. A base transmitter locatable on a premises where the device is to be worn can be enabled in response to the wireless alert signal to transmit a responder request to a remote responder. A two-way voice communicator separate from the wearable device can be located on the premises with the base transmitter. A remote responder can enable the two-way voice communicator for two-way voice communication with the person wearing the wearable device. | 05-16-2013 |
Joseph Adam Thiel, Interlochen, MI US
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20100056233 | Convertible Headset Ring For Wireless Communication - An over-the-ear Bluetooth® type communications headset for hands-free communication with mobile phones and similar devices, the headset being convertible to a ring configuration for wearing on the finger as a communications device and as jewelry. The headset is divided into ear-piece and voice-piece halves that swivel between headset and ring modes, with respective S- and circular shapes, and includes function-changing contacts that respond to the realignment of the halves in the respective headset and ring modes to optimize the device's use for over-the-ear or finger wear. A further feature is a set of interior spring contacts projecting from the inner circumference of one of the halves, the contacts having both electrical recharging and finger-fitting functions, and a finger-shaped charging base for recharging the headset in the ring configuration via the spring contacts. | 03-04-2010 |
20100272304 | Eyewear Retention Device - What is provided is an eyewear retention device comprising two ends, wherein each end is adapted for removable connection to an earpiece of an eyewear device; an audio device located at or substantially near at least one of the ends, wherein the audio device is adapted to play one or more audio signals for transmission to one or more surfaces of a human auditory passage at a location proximate to and outside of the ear, if the strap is connected to the earpiece of the eyewear device and worn in combination with the eyewear device; a receiver electrically connected to the audio device, wherein the receiver is adapted to receive the one or more audio signals, wherein the receiver is further adapted to remotely communicate with a sound transmission device; and a power source electrically connected to the audio device and to the receiver that is adapted to supply power to the audio device and the receiver. In one embodiment the audio device is adapted to connect the strap to the earpiece of the eyewear. | 10-28-2010 |
Justin Ryan Thiel, Glen Carbon, IL US
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20090182683 | Method and System for Low Latency Basket Calculation - A basket calculation engine is deployed to receive a stream of data and accelerate the computation of basket values based on that data. In a preferred embodiment, the basket calculation engine is used to process financial market data to compute the net asset values (NAVs) of financial instrument baskets. The basket calculation engine can be deployed on a coprocessor and can also be realized via a pipeline, the pipeline preferably comprising a basket association lookup module and a basket value updating module. The coprocessor is preferably a reconfigurable logic device such as a field programmable gate array (FPGA). | 07-16-2009 |
Kristina W. Thiel, Iowa City, IA US
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20130129719 | HER2 NUCLEIC ACID APTAMERS - The present invention relates to optimized HER2 aptamers and methods of using these aptamers. | 05-23-2013 |
Kristopher P. Thiel, Cape Coral, FL US
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20080209626 | Fluid return jet fitting and face plate - The fluid return jet fitting and face plate includes a removable face plate for covering the outwardly-facing or exposed surface of a fluid nozzle body flange, cap, eyeball fitting, or the like. The device includes a body portion for covering the flange or cap, and at least one pin projecting from a rear surface of the body portion that is movable into and out of alignment with a corresponding slot disposed on the flange or cap, the slot defining an opening therethrough to cause the face plate to be retained in, or released from, engagement with the flange. The face plates exposed surfaces have a decorative theme design, such as a glow-in-the-dark starfish, sea shell, sand dollar, turtle, or the like to coordinate with an aquatic environment as presented by a swimming pool, a wading pool, jacuzzi or the like. | 09-04-2008 |
Laura Thiel, Raleigh, NC US
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20150198670 | STATE-OF-CHARGE INDICATOR - A pluggable state-of-charge (SOC) indicator and methods of use are disclosed. The pluggable SOC indicator includes at least one voltage input jack for connecting to a battery, at least one instance of control electronics, and at least one SOC indicator, such as a 5-bar liquid crystal display (LCD). Embodiments of the pluggable SOC indicator include, but are not limited to, a pluggable single-connector SOC indicator, a pluggable dual-connector SOC indicator, and a pluggable quad-connector SOC indicator. Further, the control electronics are programmable for any input voltage range and/or battery discharge characteristics. | 07-16-2015 |
20150200318 | COMBINATION SIGNAL MARKER PANEL AND SOLAR PANEL - A combination signal marker panel and solar panel and methods are disclosed. The combination signal marker panel and solar panel includes a signal marker that is sewed or otherwise fastened to a flexible solar panel. The solar panel is modular and configurable to provide any output voltage. Namely, the solar panel can include any number of solar modules configured in series, configured in parallel, or configured in any combination of series and parallel arrangements. The combination signal marker panel and solar panel can be used to harvest solar energy while simultaneously marking the user's position. | 07-16-2015 |
20150214659 | UNIVERSAL DC POWER ADAPTOR - A universal DC power adaptor for a PRC-148 radio, a PRC-152 radio, and a Handheld ISR Transceiver, and a method of using same, is disclosed. The presently disclosed universal DC power adaptor includes mounting and locking features that are common to both the PRC-148 radio and the PRC-152 radio. The universal DC power adaptor further includes certain mounting and locking features that are unique to the PRC-148 radio and other mounting and locking features that are unique to the PRC-152 radio. The universal DC power adaptor also provides an output voltage suitable for both the PRC-148 and PRC-152 radios. Such features also are compatible with the Handheld ISR Transceiver, making the universal DC power adaptor compatible with the ISR Transceiver as well. Additionally, the universal DC power adaptor includes programmable control electronics. | 07-30-2015 |
20160112004 | Material for Dissipating Heat From and/or Reducing Heat Signature of Electronic Devices and Clothing - A material for dissipating heat from and/or reducing the heat signature of electronic devices and clothing is disclosed. In one example, a heat-dissipating and/or heat signature-reducing layer is sandwiched between two substrates, wherein the substrates may be flexible, rigid, or a combination of both flexible and rigid. Further, examples of the heat-dissipating and/or heat signature-reducing layer include anti-static, anti-radio frequency (RF), anti-electromagnetic interference (EMI), anti-tarnish, and/or anti-corrosion materials. | 04-21-2016 |
Leroy Thiel, Lincoln, NE US
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20090140086 | Method and Apparatus for Deforming Media - A system and method for deforming and puncturing magnetic storage media includes one or more pivot arms that support one or more rotationally driven rotatable members bearing multiple deforming members or punch points. The punch points impact the media, producing the deformation, while the rotational forces push the media through the system, and the pivot arms adapt to media characteristics and widths to protect against jams. The puncturing force may be adjustable. | 06-04-2009 |
Leroy D. Thiel, Lincoln, NE US
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20090284890 | Mechanism and Method for Permanent Magnet Degaussing - A system for degaussing magnetic media includes a media transport carousel mounted to move in a first direction into the system and through a magnetic field generator and to move in a second direction through the magnetic field generator and out of the system. An automatically reversible transmission transmits via a plurality of gears rotational force from an input shaft in a first rotational direction to drive the drive element and the media transport carousel in a first direction. The automatically reversible transmission is configured to transmit via a second plurality of gears the rotational force from the input shaft in the first direction to drive the drive element to move the media transport carousel in a second direction opposite of the first direction. A media rotation assembly automatically rotates the media transport carousel after it passes a distance through the magnetic field generator. | 11-19-2009 |
Mark Thiel, Coral Springs, FL US
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20100084528 | PEGBOARD SWINGING PANEL ATTACHMENT DEVICE - A bent wire or molded plastic device pair, set or ganged assembly that attaches to an existing perforated panel (pegboard) in an upper and lower position allowing the addition of additional panel hung between the upper and lower placed devices. A pair would allow a single additional panel to be utilized. A set would consist of multiple pairs. A ganged device would be multiple devices assembled and fixed in a permanent manner allowing multiple panels to be added to a ganged set. | 04-08-2010 |
Matthew Thiel, Verona, WI US
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20160081747 | ENERGY DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND USES THEREOF - The present invention relates to comprehensive systems, devices and methods for delivering energy to tissue for a wide variety of applications, including medical procedures (e.g., tissue ablation, resection, cautery, vascular thrombosis, treatment of cardiac arrhythmias and dysrhythmias, electrosurgery, tissue harvest, etc.). In certain embodiments, systems, devices, and methods are provided for treating a tissue region (e.g., a tumor) through application of energy. | 03-24-2016 |
Matthew J. Thiel, Madison, WI US
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20130165915 | ENERGY DELIVERY SYSTEMS AND USES THEREOF - The present invention relates to comprehensive systems, devices and methods for delivering energy to tissue for a wide variety of applications, including medical procedures (e.g., tissue ablation, resection, cautery, vascular thrombosis, treatment of cardiac arrhythmias and dysrhythmias, electrosurgery, tissue harvest, etc.). In certain embodiments, systems, devices, and methods are provided for treating a tissue region (e.g., a tumor) through application of energy. | 06-27-2013 |
Michael Thiel, Cambridge, MA US
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20150301222 | Inversion-based calibration of downhole electromagnetic tools - An inversion based calibration method for downhole electromagnetic tools includes processing an inversion of a formation model using acquired electromagnetic measurement data to obtain formation parameters and calibration parameters for at least one measurement array. | 10-22-2015 |
Oliver Thiel, Camarillo, CA US
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20090137837 | METHODS OF SYNTHESIZING CINACALCET AND SALTS THEREOF - Methods of preparing cinacalcet, cinacalcet derivatives, and salts thereof is disclosed herein. Also disclosed herein are polymorphs of cinacalcet, compositions of cinacalcet, and methods of treating a subject by administering cinacalcet, wherein cinacalcet is prepared by the disclosed methods. | 05-28-2009 |
20110281954 | METHODS OF SYNTHESIZING CINACALCET AND SALTS THEREOF - Methods of preparing cinacalcet, cinacalcet derivatives, and salts thereof is disclosed herein. Also disclosed herein are polymorphs of cinacalcet, compositions of cinacalcet, and methods of treating a subject by administering cinacalcet, wherein cinacalcet is prepared by the disclosed methods. | 11-17-2011 |
Patrick Thiel, Houston, TX US
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20140033638 | REINFORCED WALL SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of constructing a wall to meet an applicable building code, and a wall created by this method. The method may include placing insulating concrete forms, having a cavity, where the wall is to be constructed; placing a limited quantity of metal reinforcement steel within the cavity, such that the limited quantity of reinforcing steel is insufficient to meet the applicable building code; and pouring a mix of aggregate, sand, cement, fly ash, and mineral fibers into the cavity; and allowing the mix to cure, thereby meeting the applicable building code without additional metal reinforcement. The mix may between 45 and 50% stone, between 30 and 35% sand, between 10 and 12% Portland cement, between 5 and 8% fly ash, between 1 and 2% mineral fibers, and between 0 and 1% admixtures by weight. The mix may contain mineral fibers of different grades and/or dimensions. | 02-06-2014 |
Patrick A. Thiel, Spring, TX US
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20090129862 | CONCRETE PAVEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of optimizing a concrete pavement design including estimating conditions of the pavement, determining properties of the pavement and developing a concrete pavement system. The method may further include selecting a thickness for the system, predicting performance of the system, determining costs of the system, and optimizing the pavement design based on one or more considerations. The method may include iterating one or more considerations. An optimized pavement system having predetermined design parameters. | 05-21-2009 |
Patrick L. Thiel, Raleigh, NC US
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20100238345 | Adjustable Control for an Inertial Stabilizer - A handle assembly connects to a support assembly of an inertial stabilizer. The handle assembly comprises a handle grip, a multi-axis joint that allows the handle grip to move relative to the support assembly about two or more axes of rotation, and an adjustable friction control that allows a user to adjust or vary an amount of friction that is applied to the axes of rotation. Allowing the user to increase and decrease the amount of friction applied to the axes of rotation in a controlled manner allows the user to effectively isolate the inertial stabilizer from the undesirable effects of user motion. | 09-23-2010 |
Robert P. Thiel, Oxford, CT US
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20090150315 | Neoplastic Disease-Related Methods, Kits, Systems and Databases - In one embodiment, the invention provides methods for predicting a clinical outcome of a patient's neoplastic disease comprising: (a) determining a predictor value algorithmically using patient sample values for (1) at least one tumor marker or at least one immune marker, and (2) at least one marker that is (i) an extracellular matrix (ECM) marker (ii) a marker that is indicative of extracellular matrix synthesis (fibrogenesis), or (iii) a marker that is indicative of extracellular matrix degradation (fibrolysis); and (b) predicting the clinical outcome of the neoplastic disease by evaluating the predictor value. | 06-11-2009 |
Ron Van Thiel, Menlo Park, CA US
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20130010464 | HIGH INTENSITY LIGHTING FIXTURE - A high intensity lamp is described herein. The lamp comprises a LED array emitting a light and a two-phase cooling apparatus. The LED array includes a plurality of LEDs. The LEDs are arranged in close proximity so that a luminous emittance from a emitter area of the LED array is at least 1000 lumens per square centimeter. The two-phase cooling apparatus is thermally coupled to the LED array. A lumen-to-weight metric of the device is at least 4000 lumens per kilogram | 01-10-2013 |
Russ Thiel, Naples, FL US
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20130080297 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRANSFORMING SALES DATA INTO AN ELECTRONIC SALES TRACKING DISPLAY - A method and system for creating a real-time automated display that transforms sales data, such as sales numbers, accounting information and so forth, into an electronic format that is displayed as an electronic display on one or more video monitors. The video monitors may be located at different locations, such as on a sales floor or in a break room of an auto dealership. The electronic display may be used in businesses having commission based sales forces to track monthly sales goals and sales numbers for sales representatives and as a motivational tool. | 03-28-2013 |
Scott Thiel, Sherwood, OR US
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20120169488 | HAPTIC PEDAL SYSTEM - An apparatus for providing haptic feedback to an operator of a vehicle is described including a pedal, torque motor, actuator and controller. The pedal is rotatable between a closed position and an open position. The torque motor applies rotational force to the pedal. The actuator is rotatably positioned between the torque motor and pedal. The controller provides haptic feedback to the operator by sending a haptic signal via the torque motor, actuator and pedal in which rotational force is applied to the pedal to rotate the pedal toward the closed position. | 07-05-2012 |
20150137505 | Header Tethering System - A header tethering device that provides retention of a header to a collector to prevent separation of the header from the collector is disclosed. A header clamp has a first band configured to encircle the header and establish a frictional connection therewith. A collector clamp has a second band configured to encircle the collector and establish a frictional connection therewith. A flexible tether has a first end mounted to the header clamp and an opposite second end mounted to the collector clamp. When the header clamp is secured to the header and the collector clamp is secured to the collector with the tether extended therebetween, the tether prevents separation of the header from the collector. | 05-21-2015 |
Scott J. Thiel, Sherwood, OR US
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20110167951 | KICKDOWN DEVICE FOR ELECTRONIC PEDAL ASSEMBLY - Embodiments relate to pedal assemblies, particularly pedal assemblies having a kickdown device that includes one or more deformable tactile domes adapted to uniformly deform or invert on application of sufficient force. This deformation, flattening, or inversion may result in a kickdown effect that may correspond to an engine kickdown. Additionally, the device may be adapted for engagement with a pedal assembly to impart a hysteresis effect as the pedal moves relative to the body. | 07-14-2011 |
Steven Antone Thiel, Saline, MI US
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20110139128 | FUEL DELIVERY MODULE REINFORCED FUEL TANK - Systems and methods are provided for a structurally supportive fuel delivery module coupled to an upper and lower wall of a fuel tank. | 06-16-2011 |
Steven F. Thiel, Colgate, WI US
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20090224491 | CHUCK WRENCH FOR A DRILL - A chuck wrench for use with a drill that has a keyless chuck defining a rotational axis includes a body having an interior surface defining an opening. The opening is configured to receive a portion of the keyless chuck such that the body substantially surrounds the keyless chuck. The interior surface includes a projection configured to mate with an exterior surface of the keyless chuck. The chuck wrench also includes a lever coupled to and extending from the body. The lever is operable to rotate the body about the rotational axis such that the projection engages the exterior surface of the keyless chuck to apply a clamp force to the keyless chuck. | 09-10-2009 |
20090302554 | CHUCK LEVER FOR A DRILL - A chuck, adapted to secure a power tool bit to a power tool, includes an output operably coupled to a motor to receive torque from the motor. The output at least partially supports therein the power tool bit. The chuck also includes an outer body having a cavity and rotatable relative to the output, and a lever coupled to the outer body and movable between a first position, in which the lever is at least partially retracted into the cavity, and a second position, in which the lever is extended from the cavity. | 12-10-2009 |
20100018064 | ADJUSTABLE SHOE FOR A POWER TOOL - A shoe for a band saw includes a block for coupling to the band saw, and a body having a surface for engaging a workpiece. The block has a first detent feature. The body has a second detent feature for cooperating with the first detent feature to hold the body with respect to the block. The body is moveable between an engaged position in which the first and second detent features cooperate to hold the body with respect to the block, and a non-engaged position in which the first and second detent features do not cooperate. | 01-28-2010 |
20110083330 | SHOE ACCESSORY FOR A SAW - An accessory for a reciprocating saw, having a blade configured to cut a workpiece and a shoe including a guiding surface for engaging the workpiece, includes a body having a first face and a second face opposite the first face. The body includes a member proximate the second face for coupling the accessory to the shoe. A guiding surface is defined on the first face of the body for engaging a workpiece and an opening is formed in the body for receiving the blade. The guiding surface constitutes a modified surface configured to differ from the guiding surface of the shoe by at least one characteristic. | 04-14-2011 |
20140041240 | ADJUSTABLE SHOE FOR A POWER TOOL - A band saw includes a first wheel and a second wheel for supporting a continuous band saw blade, a motor operable to drive at least one of the first and second wheels, a housing supporting the first wheel and the second wheel, a shoe for engaging a workpiece, the shoe including a first detent feature. The band saw also includes a second detent feature cooperating with the first detent feature to hold the shoe with respect to the housing. The shoe is moveable with respect to the housing between an engaged position and a non-engaged position. The shoe is moveable out of the engaged position by application of a force acting to move the shoe with respect to the housing sufficient to overcome cooperation between the first and second detent features in the engaged position. | 02-13-2014 |
20150231712 | SHOE ACCESSORY FOR A SAW - An accessory for a reciprocating saw, having a blade configured to cut a workpiece and a shoe including a guiding surface for engaging the workpiece, includes a body having a first face and a second face opposite the first face. The body includes a member proximate the second face for coupling the accessory to the shoe. A guiding surface is defined on the first face of the body for engaging a workpiece and an opening is formed in the body for receiving the blade. The guiding surface constitutes a modified surface configured to differ from the guiding surface of the shoe by at least one characteristic. | 08-20-2015 |
William Thiel, Iowa City, IA US
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20130129719 | HER2 NUCLEIC ACID APTAMERS - The present invention relates to optimized HER2 aptamers and methods of using these aptamers. | 05-23-2013 |
20140056959 | NUCLEIC ACID APTAMERS - The present invention relates to optimized aptamers and methods of using these aptamers. | 02-27-2014 |
20160108403 | NUCLEIC ACID APTAMERS - The present invention relates to optimized aptamers and methods of using these aptamers. | 04-21-2016 |
William Robert Thiel, Duluth, GA US
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20140134589 | Systems and Methods for Conducting Surveys - Systems and methods for conducting one or more surveys are provided herein. In certain embodiments, one or more participants may be identified to take part in a survey. Each of the participants may be associated with a respective user computing device. The user computing devices may present each of the participants with content to rate and/or review. In this manner, each of the participants may provide a review and/or rating of the content via the user computing devices. Further, based at least in part on the review and/or rating of the content, a survey profile of the content may be determined. | 05-15-2014 |