Mccarthy, MI
Bruce Gerald Mccarthy, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20090069427 | ALPHA-2-DELTA LIGANDS FOR NON-RESTORATIVE SLEEP - The use of an alpha-2-delta ligand or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the treatment of non-restorative sleep is disclosed. | 03-12-2009 |
20120065265 | ALPHA-2-DELTA LIGANDS FOR NON-RESTORATIVE SLEEP - The use of an alpha-2-delta ligand or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the treatment of non-restorative sleep is disclosed. | 03-15-2012 |
Daivd J. Mccarthy, Holland, MI US
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20130009417 | VEHICLE FLOOR CONSOLE - In one embodiment, a vehicle floor console is provided that includes a support structure and a retaining feature pivotally biased toward the support structure. The retaining feature is configured to secure cargo between the support structure and the retaining feature. | 01-10-2013 |
Daniel J. Mccarthy, Troy, MI US
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20160040639 | CYCLONIC FUEL FILTER AND SYSTEM - A method and apparatus for filtering fuel in a motor vehicle includes a cyclonic fuel filter, the cyclonic filter including a housing having a body forming a cyclone chamber defined by walls of the body. The body includes an inlet to receive fuel and an outlet to transport fuel away from the cyclonic fuel filter after it has been processed. The cyclonic fuel filter further includes a receptacle to receive particulates filtered from the fuel. Fuel introduced into the inlet, travels along the inner wall in a cyclical circular pattern, subjecting it to centrifugal forces as it rotates. The centrifugal forces cause heavier particulates to travel outward against the walls of the cyclonic fuel filter, and the force of gravity causes those particulates to move down the wall to be received within the receptacle at the bottom of the cyclonic filter. Filtered fuel exits through an outlet at the top of the body of the cyclonic filter. | 02-11-2016 |
Daniel Joseph Mccarthy, Troy, MI US
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20130034825 | Intraoral Imaging System - An intraoral imaging system includes a receiving module that communicates with an imaging display device. The imaging device includes handle having a transmitter module and a power source as well as neck and head portions that extend from the handle. The device includes a camera module that rotates in the distal and proximal direction to view and process still images and video. The camera module includes a movable image sensor to provide focus capability. The imaging device further includes a control assembly having a plurality of control members. The control assembly includes image capture controls that an operator engages in a lateral motion to capture images or video. A focus control member controls the spatial relationship between the image sensor and the stationary lens and an articulation control member to articulate the camera module to provide a greater range of imaging. | 02-07-2013 |
David Mccarthy, Holland, MI US
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20090218869 | Collapsible Seat and System - Collapsible seats may be installed on a track or rail system to allow the collapsible seats to move laterally within a vehicle's interior. The track system also may permit removal of the collapsible seats from the vehicle. The collapsible seats may include a seat back with multiple sections joined by flexible hinges that permit folding of the seat pan and seat back in a lateral direction. In certain embodiments, the seat pan or the headrest also may include multiple sections joined by flexible hinges. The flexible hinges may allow the seats to collapse laterally to reduce the width of the seats. The available space for seating or cargo storage may be adjusted by selectively collapsing, expanding, and removing the collapsible seats. | 09-03-2009 |
David J. Mccarthy, Holland, MI US
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20100066115 | INTEGRATED SOFT CENTER FLOOR CONSOLE - A center console ( | 03-18-2010 |
20100090491 | VEHICLE FLOOR CONSOLE - In one embodiment, a vehicle floor console is provided that includes a support structure and a retaining feature pivotally biased toward the support structure. The retaining feature is configured to secure cargo between the support structure and the retaining feature. | 04-15-2010 |
20100159317 | BATTERY SYSTEM - A battery module for use in an electric vehicle includes a housing and a member provided within the housing that contains a plurality of electrochemical cells. The member includes apertures in an outer surface of the member that allow a thermal management fluid to exit the member after passing adjacent outer surfaces of the plurality of the electrochemical cells within the member. The apertures include apertures of a first size near a first end of the member and apertures of a second size larger than the first size near a second opposite end of the member. | 06-24-2010 |
20130008930 | VEHICLE FLOOR CONSOLE - In one embodiment, a vehicle floor console is provided that includes a support structure and a retaining feature pivotally biased toward the support structure. The retaining feature is configured to secure cargo between the support structure and the retaining feature. | 01-10-2013 |
20130009418 | VEHICLE FLOOR CONSOLE - In one embodiment, a vehicle floor console is provided that includes a support structure and a retaining feature pivotally biased toward the support structure. The retaining feature is configured to secure cargo between the support structure and the retaining feature. | 01-10-2013 |
20150203006 | VEHICLE DOOR ARMREST - An armrest for a door of a motor vehicle. A motor vehicle includes a vehicle door assembly. Further, the vehicle door assembly includes a support structure. Moreover, the vehicle door assembly also includes an armrest slidably coupled to the support structure. The armrest may slide along the door assembly to adjust its position. | 07-23-2015 |
20150298616 | VEHICLE DOOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT - A vehicle door assembly having a storage compartment. One vehicle door assembly includes a support structure. The vehicle door assembly also includes an open storage compartment coupled to the support structure. The open storage compartment is positioned in a middle portion of the vehicle door assembly along a vertical axis of the vehicle door assembly. Further, the open storage compartment includes a cavity that is not within an armrest. | 10-22-2015 |
20150343956 | VEHICLE INTERIOR COMPONENT HAVING A SEGMENTED COVER PANEL - A vehicle interior component includes a storage compartment having an opening configured to facilitate access to an interior of the storage compartment. The vehicle interior component also includes a cover panel having multiple segments coupled to one another by corresponding hinges. The cover panel is configured to transition between a closed position that substantially blocks the opening in the storage compartment and an open position that facilitates access to the interior of the storage compartment via rotation of at least one segment about at least one hinge. | 12-03-2015 |
20150360623 | VEHICLE INTERIOR ZERO GAP SYSTEM AND METHOD - A vehicle interior comprises a zero-gap joint formed by a first component that holds a sheet-like flexible material that is supported by supports, and a protrusion of a second component that contacts and deforms the material. The material may comprise a fabric or coated material that is coordinated with the design of the interior. The joint may be formed between components that move relative to one another during normal operation of the vehicle, such as between an instrument panel and a vehicle door panel. | 12-17-2015 |
20150375675 | ILLUMINATED VEHICLE INTERIOR COMPONENT - A vehicle interior assembly includes an interior trim component at least partially enclosing a storage volume and having a recessed compartment. The interior trim component is configured to transition between a first position, a second position, and a third position relative to a support structure. The vehicle interior assembly also includes a first light transmissive element coupled to the interior trim component and configured to illuminate an exterior surface of the interior trim component. In addition, the vehicle interior assembly includes a second light transmissive element coupled to the interior trim component and configured to illuminate a first interior of the recessed compartment. The vehicle interior assembly further includes a light source coupled to the support structure. The light source is positioned to optically communicate with the first light transmissive element while the interior trim component is located in the first position, to optically communicate with the second light transmissive element while the interior trim component is located in the second position, and to otherwise illuminate a second interior of the storage volume. | 12-31-2015 |
David John Mccarthy, Holland, MI US
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20140131983 | AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT SYSTEM FOR A FABRIC WRAPPED VEHICLE INTERIOR PANEL - An airbag deployment system is provided that includes a support structure, and a fabric material configured to form a show surface of a vehicle interior panel. A first portion of the fabric material is coupled to the support structure by a rigid connection, a second portion of the fabric material is coupled to the support structure by a detachable connection, and the detachable connection is configured to release the second portion of the fabric material from the support structure upon contact between an airbag and the fabric material. | 05-15-2014 |
20150224955 | AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT SYSTEM FOR A FABRIC WRAPPED VEHICLE INTERIOR PLANEL - An airbag deployment system is provided that includes a support structure, and a fabric material configured to form a show surface of a vehicle interior panel. A first portion of the fabric material is coupled to the support structure by a rigid connection, a second portion of the fabric material is coupled to the support structure by a detachable connection, and the detachable connection is configured to release the second portion of the fabric material from the support structure upon contact between an airbag and the fabric material. | 08-13-2015 |
20160059760 | VEHICLE INTERIOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT - A vehicle interior storage compartment is disclosed. The vehicle interior storage compartment is configured to store a beverage container. The vehicle interior storage compartment includes a substrate and a foam liner having a skin secured to the substrate during a forming process. The liner includes at least one protrusion configured to deform. | 03-03-2016 |
Dennis Mccarthy, Brighton, MI US
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20160138654 | FLOATING WIND TURBINE BEARING SEAL WITH ENHANCED PROFILE - A bearing seal assembly is provided for sealing a sealing gap defined by a first race and a second race of a bearing. The bearing seal assembly includes a resilient seal having a cross-sectional profile, wherein the profile defines a flexing portion, and the resilient seal further has a first pressure-bearing side and a second side opposite the first pressure-bearing side. The flexing portion is configured to flex to form an energized seal that seals the sealing gap when a pressure is applied to the first side of the resilient seal, wherein the cross-sectional profile is symmetric about a horizontal axis and asymmetric about a vertical axis. The cross-sectional profile specifically may be a K-shaped profile, and the flexing portion comprises arms defined by the K-shaped profile. The assembly may include a wear strip section positioned outside of the profile of the resilient seal, with a removable blast shield. | 05-19-2016 |
Derrick J. Mccarthy, Grand Rapids, MI US
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20110299155 | ENERGY REFLECTIVE DEVICE - An energy reflective device that includes a frame for receiving a substrate having an energy reflective coating, as disclosed herein. | 12-08-2011 |
20120275017 | ENERGY CONSERVATION ASSEMBLY AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME - An energy conservation assembly for use in a residential, commercial and/or industrial building including: a first substantially transparent substrate having an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein the first substantially transparent substrate is associated with the building; an energy conservation layer having an inner surface and an outer surface, wherein the energy conservation layer is associated with the first substantially transparent substrate; wherein the energy conservation layer substantially reflects both infrared and ultraviolet radiation away from the building thereby reducing cooling load of the building; and wherein the energy conservation layer permits substantial transmission of visible radiation into the building. | 11-01-2012 |
James Edward Mccarthy, Canton, MI US
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20080245058 | Closed loop control of exhaust system fluid dosing - An exhaust line fuel injection system and associated methods of operation and control are disclosed. The fuel passes through a regulating valve connected to a pressurized fuel source and an outlet connected to an exhaust system fuel supply line. The exhaust system fuel supply line is connected to a nozzle, which generally comprises a check-valve and is configured to inject the fuel into the exhaust line. Using a pressure measuring device, an indication of the exhaust system fuel supply line pressure is obtained. A controller provides control over the flow regulating valve using feedback from the pressure indication and a predetermined relationship between the flow rate through the nozzle and one of the exhaust system fuel supply line pressure and the pressure drop across the nozzle. The method can be implemented with a single pressure measuring device. The same pressure measurements, especially their frequency spectrum, can be used to detect system faults. | 10-09-2008 |
Kevin Lee Mccarthy, Milford, MI US
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20100216384 | AIR EXTRACTORS - An air extractor assembly for an automotive vehicle is disclosed which has first and second air extractor valves mounted in a body panel. The first air extractor valve opens when pressure within the passenger compartment at a first pressure differential and the second air extractor valve opens at a second higher pressure differential. The second flap has a weight, which by virtue of gravity, resists opening. The weight can be a magnetic strip that is attracted to a ferrometallic and/or magnetic strip applied around the second aperture. By providing air extractor valves which open at different pressure differences, only the first air extractor valve opens when the pressure difference is in a lower range thereby limiting noise transmission into the passenger compartment. When a car door is shut and/or the climate control system is operating at maximum, the pressure difference is greater causing both extractor valves to open. | 08-26-2010 |
20130267159 | Air Extractors - An air extractor assembly for an automotive vehicle is disclosed which has first and second air extractor valves mounted in a body panel. The first air extractor valve opens when pressure within the passenger compartment at a first pressure differential and the second air extractor valve opens at a second higher pressure differential. The second flap has a weight, which by virtue of gravity, resists opening. The weight can be a magnetic strip that is attracted to a ferrometallic and/or magnetic strip applied around the second aperture. By providing air extractor valves which open at different pressure differences, only the first air extractor valve opens when the pressure difference is in a lower range thereby limiting noise transmission into the passenger compartment. When a car door is shut and/or the climate control system is operating at maximum, the pressure difference is greater causing both extractor valves to open. | 10-10-2013 |
Patrick G. Mccarthy, Grand Rapids, MI US
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20160113716 | Medical Instrument Cabinet - An improved medical instrument cabinet may include a first side wall, a rear wall connected to the first side wall, and an adjustable support assembly disposed on the first side wall or the rear wall. The adjustable support assembly includes a housing, a slide assembly connected to the housing, a holder assembly movable relative to the housing and connected to the slide assembly, a belt connected to the holder assembly, and a counterweight connected to the belt. | 04-28-2016 |
Paul Duncan Mccarthy, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20140279449 | AUTOMATED VEHICLE LOAN PAYMENT REMINDERS - A payment reminder may be received by a payment reminder application executed by a computing device. The payment reminder may request payment of a vehicle loan associated with a registered combination of a vehicle identification number and an occupant identifier associated with the vehicle loan. The payment reminder application may verify appropriate vehicle occupants are available to receive the payment reminder, and may deliver the received payment reminder to the appropriate vehicle occupants at an appropriate time for occupant safety and privacy. The payment reminder application may also provide other types of reminders or messages targeted to the vehicle occupants. | 09-18-2014 |
20150029038 | Method and Apparatus for Message Delivery Via HD Radio - A system includes a processor configured to receive a message included with a digital radio signal. The processor is also configured to examine a message header to determine if the message is intended for receipt at a receiving vehicle. The processor is further configured to discard the message if not intended for receipt at the receiving vehicle. Also, the processor is configured to process the message if intended for receipt at the receiving vehicle and deliver the processed message to a vehicle occupant. | 01-29-2015 |
Paul J. Mccarthy, Commerce, MI US
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20090121164 | ENHANCED OPTICAL MULTI-FEED DETECTION - A multiple document feed detection system, such as for use in an automatic document processing system, is disclosed. The multiple document feed detection system includes a plurality of light sources oriented to direct light across a path of travel of documents. The system also includes a plurality of photodetectors placed adjacent to the path of travel, with each photodetector placed on an opposite side of the path of travel from a corresponding light source and oriented toward the corresponding light source. The plurality of photodetectors is configured to detect transmissivity of light emitted from the light sources through documents passing through the path of travel. The system further includes a signal detection and voting module interconnected with the light sources and the phototransistors, the signal detection and voting module configured to detect the presence of the overlapping documents passing through the path of travel. | 05-14-2009 |
20100038848 | POCKET SELECTOR GATE WITH SELF LOCKING GEOMETRY - An automated document processing apparatus comprising a detector; a plurality of pockets; and a pocket selector gate assembly which causes a document being processed by the apparatus to be routed to one of the plurality of pockets based on information read from the document by the detector, the route of the document being determined by the position of a pocket selector gate, the pocket selector gate position being controlled by a motor which is mechanically coupled to the pocket selector gate, the mechanical coupling being such that, when the pocket selector gate is in a first position, the pocket selector gate is locked in place even after the motor has been deenergized. The mechanical coupling may be achieved by way of a link arm and pin, the pin mating with the link arm and engaging a mating slot of the pocket selector gate. | 02-18-2010 |
Paul John Mccarthy, Commerce, MI US
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20090123055 | DOCUMENT PROCESSING SYSTEM HAVING IMPROVED OPERATIONAL SEQUENCING - An automated document processing system is disclosed. The system includes a magnetic character reader located along a path of travel of a document. The system also includes a first image scanner located after the magnetic character reader along the path of travel, the first image scanner configured to capture an image of a first side of the document. The system further includes an endorser located after the magnetic character reader along the path of travel, where the endorser is configured to print an endorsement on at least one side of the document. The system also includes a second image scanner located after the endorser along the path of travel, the second image scanner configured to capture an image of the at least one side of the document endorsed by the endorser. | 05-14-2009 |
Richard T. Mccarthy, Sterling Heights, MI US
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20090073713 | LED Multidimensional Printed Wiring Board Using Standoff Boards - A substrate assembly for use in a lamp has a main printed wiring board and a standoff board. The main printed wiring board has a main surface with one or more LED packages disposed on the main surface and electrically connected thereto. The standoff board is disposed on the main surface of the main printed wiring board. The standoff board has an LED package disposed thereon and conductors to provide an electrical connection between the LED package disposed on the standoff board and the main printed wiring board. | 03-19-2009 |
Steven D. Mccarthy, Farmington Hills, MI US
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20090073713 | LED Multidimensional Printed Wiring Board Using Standoff Boards - A substrate assembly for use in a lamp has a main printed wiring board and a standoff board. The main printed wiring board has a main surface with one or more LED packages disposed on the main surface and electrically connected thereto. The standoff board is disposed on the main surface of the main printed wiring board. The standoff board has an LED package disposed thereon and conductors to provide an electrical connection between the LED package disposed on the standoff board and the main printed wiring board. | 03-19-2009 |
Thomas A. Mccarthy, Dearborn, MI US
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20110265764 | METHOD FOR STARTING A MIXED FUEL ENGINE - A method for improving starting of an engine that may be operated with fuels having varying alcohol concentrations is presented. In one embodiment, the method adjusts a compression ratio of an engine in response to a number of combustion events after an engine stop and a concentration of alcohol in a fuel supplied to the engine. The method may make engine starting more repeatable at lower engine temperatures. | 11-03-2011 |
20120145121 | ROTATABLE VALVE IN A CYLINDER INTAKE DUCT - A spark ignition direct injection fuel cylinder for an engine includes a rotatable valve at a curved wall of an intake duct. The rotatable valve provides a variable step in to adjust the degree of tumble airflow while reducing flow restriction to improve engine performance across operating conditions. | 06-14-2012 |
20120260629 | System and Method for Liquid Reductant Injection - A method for operating a liquid reductant injection system is provided. The method includes storing a reductant mixture of ethanol, water, and urea; drawing the stored mixture into an electrically heated pick-up tube for delivery via a delivery line to the exhaust by operating a pump in a first direction; and, clearing a return line that returns the stored mixture or the delivery line by operating the pump in a second, reverse, direction. In this way, by including ethanol in the reductant solution, a freezing point temperature of the liquid reductant may be reduced. | 10-18-2012 |
20130205756 | LIQUID REDUCTANT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPERATION OF THE LIQUID REDUCTANT SYSTEM - A liquid reductant injection system is provided. The liquid reductant injection system includes a storage tank housing a reductant solution, a return conduit extending into the storage tank, the return conduit including an outlet positioned in the storage tank, and a thermosyphon comprising an evaporator coupled to an exhaust conduit and in fluidic communication with a condenser coupled to a portion of the return conduit inside the storage tank, the condenser positioned vertically above the evaporator. | 08-15-2013 |
20140026869 | FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM INCLUDING A HEAT PIPE ASSEMBLY - A fuel delivery system is provided herein. The fuel delivery system may include a fuel tank storing a liquid fuel, a return fuel line including an outlet opening into the fuel tank, and a heat pipe assembly including a first end positioned in a surrounding atmosphere, and a second end positioned at and coupled to the return fuel line. | 01-30-2014 |
20140100760 | APPROACH FOR CONTROLLING EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION - Various embodiments related to controlling EGR in an engine are disclosed. In one embodiment, a first EGR amount is supplied to a cylinder at a first temperature and a first engine speed and load. Further, at the first engine speed and load, as engine temperature increases from the first temperature to a second temperature, a first fuel amount is injected after exhaust valve closing and before intake valve opening while a second EGR amount is supplied to the cylinder that is greater than the first EGR amount. | 04-10-2014 |
Timothy E. Mccarthy, Grand Blanc, MI US
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20090216426 | PLUG-IN HYBRID EVAP VALVE MANAGEMENT TO REDUCE VALVE CYCLING - A control module for an engine of a vehicle includes a mode determination module that determines whether the vehicle is in a fuel-saving mode based on an acceleration of the vehicle. A diurnal control valve (DCV) control module selectively closes a DCV a predetermined time after at least one of determining that the vehicle is in the fuel-saving mode and determining that the engine is stopped. | 08-27-2009 |
20110197862 | Checking Functionality of Fuel Tank Vapor Pressure Sensor - A vehicle fuel emissions system includes a fuel tank, a tank pressure sensor indicating a pressure differential between the tank and a port communicating with the atmosphere, a pump for selectively producing vacuum in the tank, and a passage connecting the pump and a pressure sensor air reference port external to the system. | 08-18-2011 |
20130048639 | Fuel Cap - A fuel cap for a filler neck on a fuel tank includes a cap body having threads for engaging the filler neck when the fuel cap is installed on the filler neck and a cap handle rotatably mounted on the cap body. A clutch acts between the cap handle and the cap body to permit the cap handle to rotate freely on the cap body when the clutch is disengaged. When the clutch is engaged, rotation of the cap handle will rotate the cap body so that the user can remove the fuel cap from the filler neck to refuel the vehicle. A pressure-sensing diaphragm disengages the clutch when the pressure differential between the fuel vapor pressure and the atmospheric pressure exceeds a predetermined threshold and engages the clutch when the pressure differential between the fuel vapor pressure and the atmospheric pressure is less than the predetermined threshold. | 02-28-2013 |
William Edward Mccarthy, Bay City, MI US
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20140209411 | Ladder Accessory - A ladder accessory that is used with a ladder that extends out from the side of the ladder to provide footing for a worker. The accessory comprises an elongated rectangular open box structure defining at least one set of two parallel ladder rail channels that are placed crosswise (perpendicular) to the length of the box structure and are spaced apart a distance such that one of said channels can engage one rail of a ladder and the other channel can engage the other rail and both channels engage a rung. The rectangular elongated box defines two side walls that contain single hook key slots that can be engaged with rungs of the ladder when the accessory is placed lengthwise parallel to the rails of the ladder and, with a rung lock mechanism, can be fastened to the ladder and carried with the ladder. | 07-31-2014 |
William J. Mccarthy, Madison, MI US
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20090210194 | EFFICIENT SPECTRAL MATCHING, PARTICULARLY FOR MULTICOMPONENT SPECTRA - An unknown spectrum obtained from infrared or other spectroscopy can be compared to spectra in a reference library to find the best matches. The best match spectra can then each in turn be combined with the reference spectra, with the combinations also being screened for best matches versus the unknown spectrum. These resulting best matches can then also undergo the foregoing combination and comparison steps. The process can repeat in this manner until an appropriate stopping point is reached, for example, when a desired number of best matches are identified, when some predetermined number of iterations has been performed, etc. This methodology is able to return best-match spectra (and combinations of spectra) with far fewer computational steps and greater speed than if all possible combinations of reference spectra are considered. | 08-20-2009 |