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Albert L. Neal, St. Charles, MO US
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20080217478 | AIRCRAFT FLOOR TO FUSELAGE ATTACHMENT - A floor to fuselage attachment structure incorporates a truss having an upper angled attachment engaging the floor proximate an edge and extending at an angle upward from the floor edge to attach to the fuselage. Additionally, the truss includes a lower angled attachment engaging the floor proximate the edge and extending at an angle downward to attach to the fuselage. The upper and lower angled attachments support the floor with the edge spaced from the fuselage and further have a plurality of apertures for providing airflow between a first volume above the floor and a second volume below the floor. | 09-11-2008 |
Andrew T. Neal, Salt Point, NY US
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20100176724 | LED Tubular Lighting Fixture - A tubular LED lighting fixture comprises: a heat sink shell; a printed circuit board supported on the shell and having an upper surface and a bottom surface, longitudinally extending laterally spaced wiring on the upper and bottom surfaces, and, transverse heat pipes running through the printed circuit board; a plurality of LEDs connected in series across the laterally spaced upper surface wiring and spacedly mounted along the printed circuit board; a high frequency electronic driver mounted in the shell and connected in series with the LEDs; voltage limiting devices mounted across the laterally spaced bottom surface wiring of the printed circuit board and in parallel with the LEDs; a lens bonded to the shell covering the printed circuit board for directing and delivering light from the LEDs, the shell and lens forming a tube for enclosing the LED bearing printed circuit board; the tube so formed having sealed ends to form a watertight fixture; and, input wires extending from the high frequency electronic driver through at least one of the tube sealed ends. | 07-15-2010 |
20120069558 | LED Light Source - A lighting source comprises a plurality of LED tubular lighting fixtures having upper and lower ends. Upper and lower mounting caps positioned at the ends of the fixtures have cups for receipt of the fixture ends that locate the fixtures within the caps in a pattern and allow for rotation of the fixtures within the cups. A locking bar extends between the mounting caps, for sealing the ends of the fixtures within the cups against the mounting caps and prevents further rotation of the fixtures. A circuit board located on the upper mounting cap is connected electrically to the LED fixtures. Wires extending from the upper ends of the tubular fixtures pass through apertures in the cups of the upper mounting caps to push connectors on the circuit board for connection to an external DC power source. | 03-22-2012 |
20140321108 | LED light source - An LED light source includes a plurality of longitudinal extrusions arranged in an array, the extrusions having an upper and lower end, an interior longitudinal slot, and outside longitudinal grooves. A printed circuit board is fitted and supported within the extrusion slots and has wiring. A plurality of LEDs is connected in series to the wiring, spacedly mounted along the board. High frequency electronic driver means is connected in series to the LEDs on the printed circuit boards and adapted to be further connected to a DC power source. A power supply for connection to and converting available AC to DC, is connected to the driver means. Lenses have ends fitted within the extrusion grooves, the lenses spaced from and covering the printed circuit boards and LEDs thereon. Upper and lower end caps are affixed to the upper and lower ends of the extrusions, respectively, and hold the printed circuit boards and lenses in place. A means is provided for connecting the light source to an external fixture. The driver means and power supply may be positioned within the extrusion array. Water and dirt resistant seals may be placed on the upper and lower end caps, a plug holding the upper seal in place and a disc positioned beneath the lower seal for preventing damage to same. | 10-30-2014 |
Atha Jamar Neal, St. Louis, MO US
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20110198396 | CARD HOLDER DEVICE - A card storage device for storing payment cards, such as credit and debit cards or other media in an orderly fashion. The device may be used at a food and/or drink establishment. The device securely stores a number of cards for a number of patrons who wish to open a tab at a bar, pub, restaurant, or other service environment. | 08-18-2011 |
Bradley E. Neal, Saint Louis, MO US
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20080207651 | Heterocyclic compounds useful in treating diseases and conditions - The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) | 08-28-2008 |
20090281125 | Heterocyclic Compounds Useful in Treating Diseases and Conditions - The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) | 11-12-2009 |
Bradley Elwood Neal, Saint Louis, MO US
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20110306597 | Nicotinamide Derivatives - The present invention relates to compounds of the formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof, wherein the substituents are defined herein, to compositions containing such compounds and to the uses of such compounds for the treatment of allergic and respiratory conditions. | 12-15-2011 |
Brian L. Neal, Scott Depot, WV US
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20100160469 | Polymer polyols comprising a natural oil base polyol, polyurethane foams comprising these polymer polyols and processes for their preparation - This invention relates to polymer polyols comprising the free-radical polymerization product of a base polyol, at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer, and, optionally, a preformed stabilizer, in the presence of at least one free-radical polymerization initiator and at least one chain transfer agent, in which the base polyol is a natural oil. A process for preparing these polymer polyols is also described. The present invention also relates to a polyurethane foam prepared from these polymer polyols and to a process for the preparation of these polyurethane foams. | 06-24-2010 |
20130158142 | HYBRID PHD/PMPO POLYOLS FOR POLYURETHANE FOAM APPLICATIONS - This invention relates to hybrid polymer polyols. These hybrid polymer polyols comprise the free-radical polymerization product of (A) a base polyol comprising (1) a polymer modified polyol selected from (a) dispersions of polyureas and/or polyhydrazodicarbonamides in a hydroxyl group containing compound and (b) polyisocyanate polyaddition polyols, and (2) optionally, a polyol having a functionality of 2 to 6 and an OH number of from 20 to 500; (B) optionally, a preformed stabilizer; and (C) one or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers, in the presence of (D) a free-radical polymerization initiator, and (E) optionally, a polymer control agent. The present invention also relates to a process for the preparation of these hybrid polymer polyols, foams prepared from these hybrid polymer polyols and to a process for the preparation of these foams. | 06-20-2013 |
20130203880 | POLYURETHANE FOAMS WITH DECREASED ALDEHYDE EMISSIONS, A PROCESS FOR PREPARING THESE FOAMS AND A METHOD FOR DECREASING ALDEHYDE IN POLYURETHANE FOAMS - This invention relates to polyurethane foams which exhibit decreased aldehyde emission, to a process of preparing these polyurethane foams, and to a method of decreasing aldehyde emissions in foams. The polyurethane foams herein additionally comprise a small quantity of a polyhydrazodicarbonamide dispersion polyol to the isocyanate-reactive component, or a trimerized hexamethylene diisocyanate to the polyisocyanate component. | 08-08-2013 |
20130281627 | PREFORMED STABILIZERS USEFUL FOR THE PRODUCTION OF POLYMER POLYOLS AND POLYMER POLYOLS PRODUCED THEREFROM - Preformed stabilizers useful for the production of low viscosity, high solids polymer polyols are produced by free-radical polymerization of: (a) at least one ethylenically unsaturated macromolecule or macromer with (b) at least three different ethylenically unsaturated monomers in the presence of (c) at least one free-radical polymerization initiator, and, optionally, (d) a liquid diluent, and, optionally, (e) a chain transfer agent. | 10-24-2013 |
Charles William Neal, Fairfield, OH US
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20090056893 | CREPING AID COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING PAPER PRODUCTS USING THAT SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a creping aid composition comprising a film-forming semi-crystalline polymer and a vehicle system comprising a cationic polymer resin, a water soluble anionic film forming polymer, and water, wherein the net Mutek charge of the vehicle system is less than about −200 μeq/g solid and the pH of the creping aid composition is greater than the pH of the vehicle system. The present invention also relates to methods of producing paper products comprising the steps of a) providing a fibrous structure having a first surface and a second surface; b) providing a drying surface; c) applying a creping aid composition whereby the creping aid composition contacts one of the drying surface or the fibrous structure, said creping aid composition comprising i) a film-forming semi-crystalline polymer and ii) a vehicle system comprising a cationic polymer resin, a water-soluble anionic film-forming polymer, and water, wherein the net Mutek charge of the vehicle system is less than about −200 μeq/g solid and the pH of the creping aid composition is greater than the pH of the vehicle system; d) applying the fibrous structure to the drying surface such that the fibrous structure, the creping aid composition and the drying surface are all in contact; e) removing the fibrous structure from the drying surface. | 03-05-2009 |
20120055643 | POLYMER-CONTAINING ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - Polymer-containing articles of manufacture that provide one or more superior properties, such as soil adsorption properties, mirror cleaning properties, and/or absorption properties, compared to known polymer-containing articles of manufacture, are provided. | 03-08-2012 |
20130055517 | ARTICLE AND SOIL CAPTURE AGENT FOR CLEANING SURFACES - An article and soil capture agent for cleaning a surface. | 03-07-2013 |
20130058888 | Compositions Comprising Soil Adsorption Polymers For Reducing Particulates In The Air - Compositions comprising soil adsorption polymers for reducing particulates in the air are provided. | 03-07-2013 |
20130059766 | CLEANING COMPOSITIONS AND SOIL CAPTURE AGENT FOR CLEANING OBJECTS - A cleaning composition including a soil capture agent for cleaning objects. | 03-07-2013 |
20130059997 | SOIL ADSORPTION POLYMERS - Soil adsorption polymers and method for making same are provided. | 03-07-2013 |
20130255015 | ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - Soil adsorbing agent-containing articles of manufacture that provide superior mirror cleaning properties compared to known soil adsorbing agent-containing articles of manufacture, are provided. | 10-03-2013 |
20130255898 | FIBROUS STRUCTURES EXHIBITING IMPROVED WET COMPRESSION PROPERTIES AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - Fibrous structures that exhibit improved wet compression properties, and more particularly to wet compression-enhancing agent-containing fibrous structures that provide superior wet compression properties compared to the same fibrous structures without the wet compression-enhancing agent, are provided. | 10-03-2013 |
20140287977 | ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE COMPRISING WATER-SOLUBLE POLYMER PARTICLES AND PROCESSES FOR MAKING SAME - Articles of manufacture, such as paper towels, that contain polymer particles, for example water-soluble polymer particles, for example water-soluble soil adsorbing polymer particles and processes for making same are provided. | 09-25-2014 |
20140366295 | POLYMER-CONTAINING ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE AND METHODS FOR MAKING SAME - Polymer-containing articles of manufacture that provide one or more superior properties, such as soil adsorption properties, mirror cleaning properties, and/or absorption properties, compared to known polymer-containing articles of manufacture, are provided. | 12-18-2014 |
Christopher L. Neal, Houston, TX US
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20080318231 | 14-3-3 ZETA OVER-EXPRESSION AS A POOR PROGNOSIS FACTOR, AND A THERAPEUTIC TARGET IN MULTIPLE CANCER TYPE - Methods of determining prognosis in a subject with a hyperproliferative disease, including determining expression and/or function of 14-3-3 zeta in the subject, are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of making a pharmaceutical agent that modulates apoptosis, including the steps of obtaining one or more candidate, testing the one or more candidate substances to determine their ability to modulate the expression and/or function of 14-3-3 zeta, selecting a candidate substance determined to modulate the expression and/or function of 14-3-3 zeta, and making a pharmaceutical composition that includes the selected candidate substance. In addition, methods of treating a subject with a hyperproliferative disease, including making a pharmaceutical agent by the methods set forth herein, and administering the pharmaceutical agent to a subject, are disclosed. The hyperproliferative disease can be cancer, such as breast cancer. | 12-25-2008 |
Colleen Marie Neal, Cincinnati, OH US
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20110190685 | APPLICATOR HAVING A COLOR GRADIENT - An applicator having a color gradient. The applicator includes an outer member having a first end, a second end disposed opposite the first end, a longitudinal axis, a length measured along the longitudinal axis, and an exterior surface. The outer member further includes a color gradient extending along at least a portion of the length from a first region to a second region, the color gradient being visible by a user viewing the exterior surface of the outer member. | 08-04-2011 |
20130217960 | APPLICATOR HAVING A COLOR GRADIENT - An applicator having a color gradient. The applicator includes an outer member having a first end, a second end disposed opposite the first end, a longitudinal axis, a length measured along the longitudinal axis, and an exterior surface. The outer member further includes a color gradient extending along at least a portion of the length from a first region to a second region, the color gradient being visible by a user viewing the exterior surface of the outer member. | 08-22-2013 |
Dan Neal, Lenexa, KS US
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20110290291 | COLLAPSIBLE PRIVACY SHELTER - A collapsible privacy shelter includes an upper section, lower section, and roof section. The lower section includes a back wall, a pair of side walls pivotally connected to the back wall of the lower section and are operable to fold inward, a front wall pivotally connected to the plurality of side walls of the lower section, and a door pivotally connected to the front wall of the lower section. The upper section includes a back wall disposed on an edge of the back wall of the lower section and operable to engage the back wall of the lower section, a pair of opposing side walls pivotally connected to the back wall of the upper section and operable to fold inward and each operable to engage a corresponding side wall of the lower section, a front wall pivotally connected to the plurality of side walls of the upper section and operable to engage the front wall of the lower section, and a door pivotally connected to the upstanding front wall of the upper section and operable to engage the door of the lower section. The roof section includes a roof operable to engage an upper portion of the upper section. | 12-01-2011 |
Daniel Neal, Bethesda, MD US
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20090005000 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MANAGING THE UTILIZATION OF A COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE - A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the allocation of electronic wallets that are associated with one or more devices and various controls that enable at least two entities to manage how the device is utilized for various activities and to pay for goods and services. Each device is associated with at least two electronic wallets, a user wallet and an administrator wallet. The administrator can establish rules that designate how and when the device can be used and which wallet will be used to pay for goods and services desired by the user, but in the event the user wallet is depleted or low on funds, the administrator wallet can serve as a backup funding source for specified types of goods and/or services. Additional wallets can also be associated with the device to authorize and pay for goods and services, under the control of the administrator wallet, such as a promotional wallet that could be designated for use with the device before a primary or administrative wallet was used, or a dynamic wallet that could be associated for use with multiple different devices as well as other wallets, but acts in conjunction with the user and administrator wallets. Additional rules can be established to perform many other functions, such as manage the movement of value between wallets and from other sources to the wallets. | 01-01-2009 |
20090006116 | FEATURE MANAGEMENT OF A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the establishment and enforcement of policies or rules associated with the feature or functions that may be performed with the device. Modern communication devices are capable of many things, including making and receiving calls, exchanging data, playing games and music, sending and receiving email, accessing web sites, and paying for goods and services. Depending on who is using the communication device, such as a child or an employee, there may be a need or desire to regulate how that communication device can be used and to determine who will pay for what goods or services. In addition to providing all of the features associated with a device, service providers need to be able to establish and enforce rules (policies) regulating how and when that device can be used and who will pay for a good or service requested by the user of the device. | 01-01-2009 |
20090006200 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR MANAGING THE UTILIZATION OF A COMMUNICATIONS DEVICE - A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the allocation of electronic wallets that are associated with one or more devices and various controls that enable at least two entities to manage how the device is utilized for various activities and to pay for goods and services. Each device is associated with at least two electronic wallets, a user wallet and an administrator wallet. The administrator can establish rules that designate how and when the device can be used and which wallet will be used to pay for goods and services desired by the user, but in the event the user wallet is depleted or low on funds, the administrator wallet can serve as a backup funding source for specified types of goods and/or services. Additional wallets can also be associated with the device to authorize and pay for goods and services, under the control of the administrator wallet, such as a promotional wallet that could be designated for use with the device before a primary or administrative wallet was used, or a dynamic wallet that could be associated for use with multiple different devices as well as other wallets, but acts in conjunction with the user and administrator wallets. Additional rules can be established to perform many other functions, such as manage the movement of value between wallets and from other sources to the wallets. | 01-01-2009 |
Daniel Neal, Tijeras, NM US
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20100114076 | METHOD OF PERFORMING REFRACTIVE LASER EYE SURGERY CENTERED ALONG THE VISUAL AXIS OF A HUMAN EYE - A method of performing refractive laser eye surgery on a human eye is provided wherein the ablation pattern is centered along the visual axis, rather than along the line of sight. First, a wavefront, either ocular, corneal or a combination thereof, is generated by a wavefront sensor centered along the line of sight. This measured wavefront is centered on and encompasses a patient's pupil. Then, an analysis pupil is determined which encompasses the measured pupil. The analysis pupil is centered along the visual axis at the point of intersection with the cornea. Consequently, the measured wavefront is reconstructed over the analysis pupil only using data taken over the area covered by the measured pupil. This reconstruction is done through a least squares fit of a series of slopes from the measured wavefront and/or through the transformation of aberration coefficients. Finally, an ablation pattern, or a lenticule generation pattern, to be performed by a refractive laser centered on the corneal intersect of the visual axis is produced in accordance with the reconstructed wavefront. | 05-06-2010 |
Daniel Neal, Liberty Township, OH US
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20090283941 | METHOD FOR BOLTLESS HEAT TREATMENT OF THIN FLANGES - A method for preventing distortion in a flange of a metal part during heat treatment is provided. A method of preventing distortion includes engaging a bottom surface of the flange with a first boltless ring, engaging a top surface of the flange with a second boltless ring, locking the first and second boltless rings into a fixed position relative to each other and relative to the flange, heat treating the part, unlocking the first and second boltless rings from each other, and removing the first and second boltless rings from engagement with the flange. | 11-19-2009 |
Daniel John Neal, Chevy Chase, MD US
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20110081881 | Feature Management of a Communication Device - A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the establishment and enforcement of policies or rules associated with the feature or functions that may be performed with the device. Modern communication devices are capable of many things, including making and receiving calls, exchanging data, playing games and music, sending and receiving email, accessing web sites, and paying for goods and services. Depending on who is using the communication device, such as a child or an employee, there may be a need or desire to regulate how that communication device can be used and to determine who will pay for what goods or services. In addition to providing all of the features associated with a device, service providers need to be able to establish and enforce rules (policies) regulating how and when that device can be used and who will pay for a good or service requested by the user of the device. | 04-07-2011 |
20110082790 | System and Methods for Managing the Utilization of a Communications Device - A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the allocation of electronic wallets that are associated with one or more devices and various controls that enable at least two entities to manage how the device is utilized for various activities and to pay for goods and services. Each device is associated with at least two electronic wallets, a user wallet and an administrator wallet. The administrator can establish rules that designate how and when the device can be used and which wallet will be used to pay for goods and services desired by the user, but in the event the user wallet is depleted or low on funds, the administrator wallet can serve as a backup funding source for specified types of goods and/or services. Additional wallets can also be associated with the device to authorize and pay for goods and services, under the control of the administrator wallet, such as a promotional wallet that could be designated for use with the device before a primary or administrative wallet was used, or a dynamic wallet that could be associated for use with multiple different devices as well as other wallets, but acts in conjunction with the user and administrator wallets. Additional rules can be established to perform many other functions, such as manage the movement of value between wallets and from other sources to the wallets. | 04-07-2011 |
20130029653 | FEATURE MANAGEMENT OF A COMMUNICATION DEVICE - A system and method for the real-time management of a device, and more particularly to the establishment and enforcement of policies or rules associated with the feature or functions that may be performed with the device, such as making and receiving calls, exchanging data, playing games and music, sending and receiving email, accessing web sites, and paying for goods and services. If a child or employee is using the device, there may be a need to regulate how that device can be used and to determine who will pay for what goods or services. In addition to providing all of the features associated with a device, service providers need to be able to establish and enforce rules (policies) regulating how and when that device can be used and who will pay for a good or service requested by the user of the device. | 01-31-2013 |
20130065555 | POLICY MANAGEMENT OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES - A system and method for the management of a device, including the establishment and enforcement of policies/rules associated with feature or functions that may be performed with the device. Modern devices are capable of many things, including making and receiving calls, exchanging data, playing games and music, sending and receiving email, accessing web sites, and paying for goods and services. Depending on who is using the device, such as a child, student, or an employee, there may be a need or desire to regulate how that device can be used and to determine who will pay for what goods or services. In addition to providing all of the features associated with a device, service providers need to be able to establish and enforce rules (policies) regulating how and when that device can be used and who will pay for a good or service requested by the user of the device. | 03-14-2013 |
20130183937 | MOBILE DEVICE MANAGEMENT - Methods and systems are disclosed for reducing fraud, waste, and abuse of devices associated with government or business programs. Devices are authenticated based on a first set of data collected from the device, and if authenticated, may be permitted to send or receive service requests based on a second set of data that identifies the user, includes data about the user, identifies the service and/or identifies eligibility criteria. Devices may also be subject to eligibility requirements instituted before, during or after a service request is performed that determine the eligibility of the device and/or the user of the device. Devices may also be subject to filtering requirements administered before or during a service request. Devices may also be subject verification before, during or after one or more service requests. | 07-18-2013 |
20140370846 | PLATFORM FOR ENABLING USERS TO SIGN UP FOR SPONSORED FUNCTIONS ON COMPUTING DEVICES - Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are described for sponsoring functions of computing devices associated with users. A sponsor may define a sponsorship that includes rules for sponsoring certain functions available to a user via a computing device. The execution of the functions may be facilitated, in some instances, by a service provider that may also specify rules and policies that control the functions. As such, when the user executes one or more of the sponsored functions by way of the computing device, instead of charging the associated cost to the user, the service provider may charge the cost to the sponsor based on the associated rules and policies. | 12-18-2014 |
20140370847 | PLATFORM FOR ENABLING SPONSORS TO SPONSOR FUNCTIONS OF A COMPUTING DEVICE - Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are described for sponsoring functions of computing devices associated with users. A sponsor may define a sponsorship that includes rules for sponsoring certain functions available to a user via a computing device. The execution of the functions may be facilitated, in some instances, by a service provider that may also specify rules and policies that control the functions. As such, when the user executes one or more of the sponsored functions by way of the computing device, instead of charging the associated cost to the user, the service provider may charge the cost to the sponsor based on the associated rules and policies. | 12-18-2014 |
20140372286 | PLATFORM FOR ENABLING SPONSORED FUNCTIONS OF A COMPUTING DEVICE - Systems, methods, and computer-readable media are described for sponsoring functions of computing devices associated with users. A sponsor may define a sponsorship that includes rules for sponsoring certain functions available to a user via a computing device. The execution of the functions may be facilitated, in some instances, by a service provider that may also specify rules and policies that control the functions. As such, when the user executes one or more of the sponsored functions by way of the computing device, instead of charging the associated cost to the user, the service provider may charge the cost to the sponsor based on the associated rules and policies. | 12-18-2014 |
Dan R. Neal, Duncan, OK US
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20130023448 | Methods for Treating Hydrocarbon-Servicing Fluids and Wastewater and Fluids Produced Using the Same - A method for treating hydrocarbon-servicing fluid is provided for reducing contaminants, especially bacteria, volatile and semi-volatile organics, in hydrocarbon-servicing fluids by microwaving and irradiating the fluid with ultraviolet light, with or without use of catalyst. The treated fluid can be used in upstream and downstream hydrocarbon processing operations. | 01-24-2013 |
David A. Neal, Albuquerque, NM US
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20090284753 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF MEASURING AND MAPPING THREE DIMENSIONAL STRUCTURES - A system for mapping a three-dimensional structure includes a projecting optical system adapted to project light onto an object, a correction system adapted to compensate the light for at least one aberration in the object, an imaging system adapted to collect light scattered by the object and a wavefront sensor adapted to receive the light collected by the imaging system and to sense a wavefront of the received light. For highly aberrated structures, a number of wavefront measurements are made which are valid over different portions of the structure, and the valid wavefront data is stitched together to yield a characterization of the total structure. | 11-19-2009 |
David Austin Neal, Albuquerque, NM US
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20080291396 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR OBTAINING THE DISTANCE FROM AN OPTICAL MEASUREMENT INSTRUMENT TO AN OBJECT UNDER TEST - Systems and methods for measuring a distance from a reference plane of an optical measurement instrument to a reference plane of an optical device under test are disclose. In one embodiment a system for measuring this distance includes an illumination system, an optical system, and optical sensor and a processor. The illumination system is configured or adapted to illuminate the object under test. The optical system is configured or adapted to receive light from the object under test and to produce an aberrated image. The optical sensor is configured or adapted to receive and sense the aberrated image. The processor determines the distance from the reference plane of the optical measurement instrument to the reference plane of the optical device based on an aspect of the aberrated image sensed by the optical sensor. | 11-27-2008 |
David J. Neal, Oak Ridge, NJ US
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20090138017 | SURGICAL SAGITTAL SAW BLADE INCLUDING A GUIDE BAR, A BLADE HEAD AND DRIVE RODS FOR PIVOTING THE BLADE HEAD - A surgical sagittal saw blade that including a guide bar shaped to be releasably secured in a static position to a complementary surgical sagittal saw. A blade is mounted to the guide bar to pivot around a pivot point. The blade has teeth located outside of the guide bar. Drive rods extend from the blade. The drive rods connect to a complementary driver integral with the saw. When the saw driver is actuated, the drive rods undergo reverse reciprocation. The reciprocation of the driver rods cause the blade to oscillate around a pivot point. | 05-28-2009 |
20110208197 | INTEGRATED CUTTING GUIDE AND SAGITTAL SAW BLADE ASSEMBLY - A surgical sagittal saw blade and a complementary cutting guide for use with the blade. The blade includes a bar shaped to be releasably secured in a static position to a complementary surgical sagittal saw. A blade head with teeth is mounted to the bar to pivot. One or more drive links connected to the saw extend to the blade head to pivot the blade head. The cutting guide and blade bar have complementary features for holding the blade bar to above a surface of the cutting guide. The features that hold the blade bar to the cutting guide allow the blade to move over the cutting guide surface while constrain the blade from moving out of the plane immediately above the cutting guide surface. | 08-25-2011 |
David J. Neal, Morris Plains, NJ US
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20130041376 | PROSTHESIS RESECTION GUIDE - A conical burr template is indexed to the intramedullary canal of a tibia, such that a burr may trace the periphery of the template to define a correspondingly shaped cavity in the bone which is properly sized, shaped, and positioned to receive a cone-shaped tibial augment component. Advantageously, use of the burr template promotes expedient surgery while maintaining optimal fit characteristics and proper spatial placement of the tibial cone augment. | 02-14-2013 |
20150045903 | ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANTS AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANTS - A method of manufacturing an orthopedic implant is provided. The method includes creating a 3D model of an orthopedic implant having a solid portion and a porous portion and selectively adjusting a physical property of at least one of porosity of the porous portion, lattice thickness of the porous portion, beam profile of the porous portion, and topography of the 3D model. The entire implant is then additively manufactured based on the 3D model. | 02-12-2015 |
20150057665 | POROUS SPACERS, INSTRUMENTS, AND METHODS FOR FOOT AND ANKLE FUSION - Porous spacers ( | 02-26-2015 |
David Shaun Neal, Tuxedo, NY US
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20110214068 | POLL-BASED NETWORKING SYSTEM - Described is a poll-based networking system. The system provides an on-line network of friends that are determined through polling each of the users. This system polls a user with a variety of questions. After providing an answer to each question, the system compares, in real-time, the current user's responses with all other users' responses to identify those users that most similarly answered the questions to that of the current user. As the current user progressively answers additional questions, the system progressively updates the matching and presentation of similar users. As such, as the current user navigates the website by answering polling questions, the selected answers are compared against the selected answers of other users to generate a likelihood of match between the user and each of the other users. The user profiles of other users that have a likelihood of match within a predetermined threshold are then presented. | 09-01-2011 |
Deborah R. Neal, Uniontown, OH US
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20120184609 | VITAMIN C AND VITAMIN K, AND COMPOSITIONS THEREOF FOR TREATMENT OF OSTEOLYSIS OR PROLONGATION OF PROSTHETIC IMPLANT - Provided herein is a method of treating, preventing, or managing osteolysis in a subject, comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of vitamin C, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, or hydrate thereof, in combination with vitamin K, or a single enantiomer, a mixture of enantiomers, or a mixture of diastereomers thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, or hydrate thereof. | 07-19-2012 |
20130178522 | VITAMIN C AND CHROMIUM-FREE VITAMIN K, AND COMPOSITIONS THEREOF FOR TREATING AN NFKB-MEDIATED CONDITION OR DISEASE - Provided herein is a pharmaceutical composition comprising vitamin C and chromium-free vitamin K, and optionally one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipient(s). Also provided herein is a chromium-free pharmaceutical composition comprising vitamin C and vitamin K, and optionally one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipient(s). Further provided herein is a method of treating, preventing, or managing an NFKB-mediated condition, disorder, or disease, comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of vitamin C and chromium-free vitamin K. | 07-11-2013 |
Dennis Edwin Neal, Snellville, GA US
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20090211738 | System and Method for Continuous Rapid Cooling of Molten Materials to Produce Uniformly-Shaped Solid Forms - A system and method is disclosed for rapid cooling of hot molten liquid chemicals, and other materials, that go through a phase change to become a solid upon cooling, formed continuously on a single, rotating cylinder having detachable molds, to produce a high volume of uniformly shaped, solid forms. | 08-27-2009 |
Devin Michael Neal, Somerville, MA US
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20110109198 | PHASED ARRAY BUCKLING ACTUATOR - A harmonic buckling actuator is comprised of numerous buckling units engaged to a rotational track/gear. Each buckling unit includes two input translational actuators. One end of each input actuator is constrained to rotate about a rotational joint that is rigidly attached to a common ground. The other end of each input actuator is constrained to move with the other actuator of the same buckling unit along a single output axis via another rotational joint that is the output of the buckling unit. The inactivated, unforced configuration of each buckling unit is such that the input actuators are nearly collinear with the line segment connecting the unit's grounded rotational joints. This line segment is parallel to the output axis of the track/gear. The buckling units are arrayed around the track/gear such that their outputs are spatially phased within the groves of the track/gear. Harmonic activation of the buckling units generates torque on the track/gear about its output axis. The hollow section of the track/gear encompasses a gear reducer such as a planetary gear box, cyclo-drive, or harmonic drive. The track/gear is coupled to the slow speed shaft of the reducer. The buckling unit supports are rigidly coupled to each other and to the gear box of the reducer. The high speed shaft is the output shaft of the entire harmonic buckling actuator. | 05-12-2011 |
20120229000 | PHASED ARRAY BUCKLING ACTUATOR - A harmonic buckling actuator is comprised of numerous buckling units engaged to a rotational track/gear. Each buckling unit includes two input translational actuators. One end of each input actuator is constrained to rotate about a rotational joint that is rigidly attached to a common ground. The other end of each input actuator is constrained to move with the other actuator of the same buckling unit along a single output axis via another rotational joint that is the output of the buckling unit. The inactivated, unforced configuration of each buckling unit is such that the input actuators are nearly collinear with the line segment connecting the unit's grounded rotational joints. This line segment is parallel to the output axis of the track/gear. The buckling units are arrayed around the track/gear such that their outputs are spatially phased within the groves of the track/gear. Harmonic activation of the buckling units generates torque on the track/gear about its output axis. The hollow section of the track/gear encompasses a gear reducer such as a planetary gear box, cyclo-drive, or harmonic drive. The track/gear is coupled to the slow speed shaft of the reducer. The buckling unit supports are rigidly coupled to each other and to the gear box of the reducer. The high speed shaft is the output shaft of the entire harmonic buckling actuator. | 09-13-2012 |
Edwin Neal, Santa Rosa Beach, FL US
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20110100258 | Compositions For Treating Materials And Methods Of Treating Same - Material treatment compositions for various materials and methods of treating the same is disclosed. A material treatment composition includes at least one silane-containing material, at least one base-containing material, and at least one solvent to enhance the strength of a material contacted by the composition. | 05-05-2011 |
Edwin A. Neal, Scottsdale, AZ US
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20130022817 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TREATING SUBSTRATES TO RESIST GREASE AND OIL PENETRATION AND TREATED ARTICLES THEREFROM - An apparatus and method for treating a substrate to provide grease and oil resistance the substrate. The apparatus and method includes, applying a first film layer of a non-fluoro grease and oil resistant chemical on the surface of the substrate to form a first film layer on the surface of the substrate. The apparatus also includes applying a second film layer of a water resistant chemical over the first film layer to prevent the first layer from being contacted by water and to hold the first layer to the surface of the substrate. | 01-24-2013 |
Eric Neal, Rock Hill, SC US
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20100253118 | Portable hunting chair and blind - A hunting chair with a hunting blind attachment that encircles the chair is disclosed, as well as an attachable camouflage roof covering, all of which may be folded and disassembled in such a way that it fits into a self-contained pack that may be carried on a hunter's back. The chair includes an adjustable, pivoting backrest, a pivoting gun rest with telescoping legs for height adjustment, folding legs, a pouch to contain the disassembled elements, and shoulder straps for carrying the apparatus. In its disassembled state, the roof poles, roof fabric, and blind fabric are packed into a pouch on the back side of the backrest, and the chair is folded into a carrying position. Detachable shoulder straps may be attached to the underside of the seat section, so that the entire chair and blind combination may be carried on a hunter's back into the field. | 10-07-2010 |
F. Brent Neal, Asheville, NC US
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20080274356 | Functionalized Nanoparticles and Their Use in Particle/Bulk Material Systems - A process for creating readily or highly dispersible nanoparticles on which chemically reactive functional groups or ligands have been placed. An ultra-high shear fluidic processor is used to change the size distribution of nanoparticle agglomerations and facilitate the formation of stable dispersions of such nanoparticles, as well as the placement of various chemically reactive functional groups or ligands on exposed surface areas of such nanoparticles. Such functionalized nanoparticle agglomerations have a broader size distribution (with a substantial increase in the proportion of smaller agglomerations), can exhibit enhanced dispersion characteristics and, when dispersed in various bulk materials, can impart to such bulk materials the desirable physical or chemical properties associated with the selected chemically active functional groups that have been attached to the surface areas of such agglomerations. | 11-06-2008 |
20080287586 | Functionalized nanoparticles and their use in particle/bulk material systems - A process for creating readily or highly dispersible nanoparticles on which chemically reactive functional groups or ligands have been placed. An ultra-high shear fluidic processor is used to change the size distribution of nanoparticle agglomerations and facilitate the formation of stable dispersions of such nanoparticles, as well as the placement of various chemically reactive functional groups or ligands on exposed surface areas of such nanoparticles. Such functionalized nanoparticle agglomerations have a broader size distribution (with a substantial increase in the proportion of smaller agglomerations), can exhibit enhanced dispersion characteristics and, when dispersed in various bulk materials, can impart to such bulk materials the desirable physical or chemical properties associated with the selected chemically active functional groups that have been attached to the surface areas of such agglomerations. | 11-20-2008 |
20130245159 | EPOXY RESIN COMPOSITION AND EPOXY POLYMER PRODUCED USING THE SAME - An epoxy resin composition comprises an epoxy resin, a plurality of particles, and a diluent. The particles can comprise a magnesium oxysulfate compound. The diluent can be selected from the group consisting of monoglycidyl compounds, diglycidyl compounds, bisphenol-A alkoxylates, and mixtures thereof. The epoxy resin composition can be reacted with an activator composition to produce an epoxy polymer. The activator composition can comprise one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of polyamine compounds, anhydride compounds, and mixtures thereof. | 09-19-2013 |
Franklin Eugene Neal, Ashland, KY US
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20120094638 | UBIQUITOUS CONNECTIVITY AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR REMOTE LOCATIONS - A thermostat control system for monitoring and controlling environmental characteristics of a building includes a base station unit and a remote access unit continuously interfacing through instant wireless private direct connectivity. The system also includes a plurality of sensors that measure the environmental characteristics and provide the thermostat unit with the measurements. | 04-19-2012 |
Geraldine Elise (hansen) Neal, Town Of Galway, NY US
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20080222776 | Koolonu - The Koolonu is a combination scarf with a pocket that can be drawn up from the chest over the head to become a headpiece/ear cover. Invert the Koolonu on the head and the pocket becomes a visor. It is new by virtue of the width variation and the manner with which it is folded and sewn at its ends forming a storage pocket. This unique process creates a convertible apparel item for fashion and utility. Made of knitted yarn or any such flexible material, It begins with a square, tapers in equally 45 degrees to the neckband width (50% of square end width). Neckband length (determined by neck circumference) continues then tapers out equally 45 degrees to form a second square of identical size to the first. The squares are sewn together on two sides at 90 degree angles to each other forming the pocket. The Koolonu can be made for any age or gender, of lighter or heavier materials and for dolls, teddy bears or other toys. It can be worn around the neck, ears and head. | 09-18-2008 |
Geraldine J. Neal, Ballston Spa, NY US
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20100287683 | REVERSIBLE POCKET WRAP - A reversible pocket wrap is a garment comprising a pocket and a band on a loop. The reversible pocket wrap is made of a base piece of stretchable material such that the reversible pocket wrap fits well to a subject around body parts. The pocket is preferably in square shape disposed in an angle such that two lower edges are closed to form a v-shaped container to hold articles. An opening to the pocket is on the outside of the garment. A reversed opening is on the inside of the garment such that the pocket is accessible from the outside when the garment is reversed. The reversible pocket wrap is worn about the head and/or the neck. The reversible pocket wrap is used as a pocket, a band, a warmer, a scarf, a visor, etc. | 11-18-2010 |
Greg Neal, Pasadena, MD US
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20100264201 | TWO-PIECE INSULATED CUP - The present invention generally provides an insulating vessel for beverages. The vessel has an outsert and a insert. The insert is positioned within the cavity of the outsert. In one embodiment the insert has a plurality of insulating members that are spaced from an inner surface of the outsert to define a series of air gaps between an outer surface of the insulating members and the inner surface of the outsert. In another embodiment, the insert and outsert have generally conical side walls with substantially the same taper angle so as to be in a friction lock relationship with one another. | 10-21-2010 |
Henry W. Neal, Allen, TX US
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20090128481 | INTEGRATED SYSTEM WITH COMPUTING AND IMAGING CAPABILITES - An integrated system comprising both imaging and computing capabilities comprises a light valve and a CPU, as well as other functional members for performing computing and imaging. | 05-21-2009 |
20100073397 | System and Method for Grouped Pixel Addressing - In accordance with the teachings of the present disclosure, a system and method for displaying an image are provided. In one embodiment, the method includes receiving a data stream representing a frame of an image. The data stream may indicate a first color pixel cluster corresponding to a first color and a second color pixel cluster corresponding to a second color. The first color pixel cluster and the second color pixel cluster may be displayed. The first color pixel cluster may be different from the second color pixel cluster. | 03-25-2010 |
20120299952 | IMAGING BIT PLANE SEQUENCING USING PIXEL VALUE REPETITION - A system and method for displaying an image are provided. In one embodiment, the method includes receiving a data stream representing a frame of an image. The data stream may indicate a first color pixel cluster corresponding to a first color and a second color pixel cluster corresponding to a second color. The first color pixel cluster and the second color pixel cluster may be displayed. The first color pixel cluster may be different from the second color pixel cluster. | 11-29-2012 |
20140267763 | INTEGRATED RADIATION SHIELD AND RADIATION STOP - An apparatus includes a detector that measures radiation. The apparatus also includes a window that is relationally coupled to the detector and a shield, so that the window is in between the detector and the shield. The apparatus further includes the shield that emits substantially constant radiation, and substantially blocks radiation from a camera housing at least partially surrounding the shield, so that the detector measures radiation passing through an optical system and the shield. | 09-18-2014 |
20140270562 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ADAPTIVE PIXEL REPLACEMENT - A system and method of image processing is provided, including implementing adaptive pixel replacement techniques or reducing noise. The method includes obtaining a data map of an image frame, wherein the data map comprises good pixels and bad pixels at locations associated with the data map. The method also includes assigning different techniques to the bad pixels, wherein a first technique is assigned to a first bad pixel and a second technique is assigned to a second bad pixel. The method further includes adjusting information associated with the bad pixels for a chosen technique for each of the bad pixels. | 09-18-2014 |
20140270568 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR NOISE REDUCTION IN VIDEO SYSTEMS - A system and method of image processing is provided, including implementing adaptive pixel replacement techniques or reducing noise. The method includes obtaining a data map of an image frame, wherein the data map comprises good pixels and bad pixels at locations associated with the data map. The method also includes assigning different techniques to the bad pixels, wherein a first technique is assigned to a first bad pixel and a second technique is assigned to a second bad pixel. The method further includes adjusting information associated with the bad pixels for a chosen technique for each of the bad pixels. | 09-18-2014 |
Henry William Neal, Allen, TX US
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20090251531 | CODING SCHEME FOR DIGITAL VIDEO SIGNALS AND AN IMAGE ARCHITECTURE USING THE SAME - Video signals in a video stream are encoded by inserting reference signals in the video stream such that the encoded video stream carry both reference signals and video signals being coded. In the decoding stage, reference images generated from the reference signals are detected and used for identifying the encoded video signals based upon the profiles of the detected reference images. An imaging architecture capable of using the coding scheme comprises a shutter that can be implemented as a dual-processor configuration. | 10-08-2009 |
Irma Jean Neal, Indianapolis, IN US
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20100280967 | Systems and Methods for Processing Benefits - Systems and methods for processing, for example, childcare benefits include: issuing a benefit card to a childcare customer; receiving a start time for childcare service at a childcare provider, the start time recorded by using the benefit card at a terminal located at the childcare provider at the start of childcare service; receiving an end time for childcare service at the childcare provider, the end time recorded by using the benefit card at a terminal located at the childcare provider at the end of childcare service; computing the childcare benefit eligibility based on the start time, the end time and benefits available for the childcare customer; and paying the childcare provider a payment based on the computed benefit eligibility. | 11-04-2010 |
20110055085 | Systems and Methods for Processing Benefits - Systems and methods for processing, for example, childcare benefits include: issuing a benefit card to a childcare customer; receiving a start time for childcare service at a childcare provider, the start time recorded by using the benefit card at a terminal located at the childcare provider at the start of childcare service; receiving an end time for childcare service at the childcare provider, the end time recorded by using the benefit card at a terminal located at the childcare provider at the end of childcare service; computing the childcare benefit eligibility based on the start time, the end time and benefits available for the childcare customer; and paying the childcare provider a payment based on the computed benefit eligibility. | 03-03-2011 |
20120233075 | Systems and Methods for Processing Benefits - Systems and methods for processing, for example, childcare benefits include: issuing a benefit card to a childcare customer; receiving a start time for childcare service at a childcare provider, the start time recorded by using the benefit card at a terminal located at the childcare provider at the start of childcare service; receiving an end time for childcare service at the childcare provider, the end time recorded by using the benefit card at a terminal located at the childcare provider at the end of childcare service; computing the childcare benefit eligibility based on the start time, the end time and benefits available for the childcare customer; and paying the childcare provider a payment based on the computed benefit eligibility. | 09-13-2012 |
Jack A. Neal, Sugar Land, TX US
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20100001206 | MAXIM ELECTRON SCATTER CHAMBER - The present invention includes a system, methods and apparatus for sterilization of an object (e.g., food products). The present invention takes advantage of the electron scatter that occurs when electron beam is applied onto a surface. The present invention is capable of treating irregular surfaces (e.g., carcasses, spherical/round surfaces) or any type of surface where complete penetration is not needed or desired. | 01-07-2010 |
James Andrew Neal, Franklin, TN US
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20110087618 | RULE 10b5-1 TRADING PLAN SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system for creating, administering, executing and reporting of Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, and similar trading plans. The system comprises one or more computer programs or modules operating on a server connected to a network, accessed through a web browser or portal program operating on a computing device connected to the network. Users include, but are not limited to, brokers, issuers of securities, and executives or insiders engaging in transactions, or their accountants, financial planners, or other representatives. One or more users can create, finalize, and approve a trading plan. The system allows issuers and executives or insiders access to trading plan data and allows them to operative proactively. Plans may be created, reviewed and approved with the system, as opposed to physically reviewing numerous hard copies. The system may be equipped with a plurality of different investment and liquidation strategies, allowing for a more efficient plan creation process. | 04-14-2011 |
Jin Neal, Las Vegas, NV US
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20080202563 | Cleaning composition and method - A cleaning composition and method which may be used to clean a variety of household objects. Such objects may include floor surfaces (including carpets), counter surfaces, bathroom surfaces, clothing, and utensils. In one embodiment, the composition consists essentially of water, vinegar, slaked lime, and alum. In another embodiment, the composition consists essentially of vinegar, lime juice, tamarind, slaked lime, and rock alum. | 08-28-2008 |
John Neal, Tampa, FL US
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20100268549 | INTERNET SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND PATIENTS - An Internet-based system involves a database and search capabilities for connecting patients with healthcare providers, e.g., physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, treatment facilities, etc., and further enables such providers to reach patients with whom they may not otherwise come into contact. A patient may access the healthcare provider information through a search conducted using a search engine, such as Google, Yahoo, etc. Alternatively, a patient may access the company Web site's predetermined Web page that provides search capabilities on its database. A patient may research a healthcare provider based on criteria specified by the patient. Information provided to the patient may be in the form of a report, profile, ratings, etc., including patient-provided information, physician-verified information, and information verified by an independent third party. The verified information and ratings provided by the Web site enable patients to differentiate among healthcare providers and thereby select the provider that best meets their individual needs. | 10-21-2010 |
20110022579 | INTERNET SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND PATIENTS - An Internet-based system involves a database and search capabilities for connecting patients with healthcare providers, e.g., physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, treatment facilities, etc., and further enables such providers to reach patients with whom they may not otherwise come into contact. A patient may access the healthcare provider information through a search conducted using a search engine, such as Google, Yahoo, etc. Alternatively, a patient may access the company Web site's predetermined Web page that provides search capabilities on its database. A patient may research a healthcare provider based on criteria specified by the patient. Information provided to the patient may be in the form of a report, profile, ratings, etc., including patient-provided information, physician-verified information, and information verified by an independent third party. The verified information and ratings provided by the Web site enable patients to differentiate among healthcare providers and thereby select the provider that best meets their individual needs. | 01-27-2011 |
20120284045 | INTERNET SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND PATIENTS - An Internet-based system involves a database and search capabilities for connecting patients with healthcare providers, e.g., physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, treatment facilities, etc., and further enables such providers to reach patients with whom they may not otherwise come into contact. A patient may access the healthcare provider information through a search conducted using a search engine, such as Google, Yahoo, etc. Alternatively, a patient may access the company Web site's predetermined Web page that provides search capabilities on its database. A patient may research a healthcare provider based on criteria specified by the patient. Information provided to the patient may be in the form of a report, profile, ratings, etc., including patient-provided information, physician-verified information, and information verified by an independent third party. The verified information and ratings provided by the Web site enable patients to differentiate among healthcare providers and thereby select the provider that best meets their individual needs. | 11-08-2012 |
20140324450 | INTERNET SYSTEM FOR CONNECTING HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND PATIENTS - An Internet-based system involves a database and search capabilities for connecting patients with healthcare providers, e.g., physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, treatment facilities, etc., and further enables such providers to reach patients with whom they may not otherwise come into contact. A patient may access the healthcare provider information through a search conducted using a search engine, such as Google, Yahoo, etc. Alternatively, a patient may access the company Web site's predetermined Web page that provides search capabilities on its database. A patient may research a healthcare provider based on criteria specified by the patient. Information provided to the patient may be in the form of a report, profile, ratings, etc., including patient-provided information, physician-verified information, and information verified by an independent third party. The verified information and ratings provided by the Web site enable patients to differentiate among healthcare providers and thereby select the provider that best meets their individual needs. | 10-30-2014 |
John S. Neal, Knoxville, TN US
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20100301219 | Metal-Organic Scintillator Crystals for X-Ray, Gamma Ray, and Neutron Detection - New metal-organic materials are useful as scintillators and have the chemical formula LX | 12-02-2010 |
20110095231 | LITHIUM-LOADED LIQUID SCINTILLATORS - The invention is directed to a liquid scintillating composition containing (i) one or more non-polar organic solvents; (ii) (lithium-6)-containing nanoparticles having a size of up to 10 nm and surface-capped by hydrophobic molecules; and (iii) one or more fluorophores. The invention is also directed to a liquid scintillator containing the above composition. | 04-28-2011 |
Jonathan Neal, Kingston, MA US
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20080291666 | Tactical flashlight - A sturdy compact flashlight has a front castellated crown portion having a series of recessed sharp cutting edges spaced between a series of axial projections which protect the flashlight lens. The cutting edges can be used to stun an assailant in an emergency situation. A rear castellated crown portion has a series of sharp pointed striking comers designed to break through automotive glass in an emergency. The flashlight is designed for ergonomic one-handed operation with a slip-resistant hand grip. | 11-27-2008 |
20080291667 | Compact flashlight - A flashlight is provided with an end cap which carries an axially-actuated switch for turning the flashlight on and off with a convenient one-handed operation. The switch is designed with a latching function and a mode selection function which can be cycled through high, low and strobed light outputs with a partial throw of the switch. Cut-out portions are provided in the end cap for guiding a user's finger toward the switch and away from the sidewalls of the end cap. | 11-27-2008 |
20100066263 | Compact Flashlight - A flashlight is provided with an end cap which carries an axially-actuated switch for turning the flashlight on and off with a convenient one-handed operation. The switch is designed with a latching function and a mode selection function which can be cycled through high, low and strobed light outputs with a partial throw of the switch. Cut-out portions are provided in the end cap for guiding a user's finger toward the switch and away from the sidewalls of the end cap. | 03-18-2010 |
Justin Kory Neal, Liverpool, NY US
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20110144409 | Bentonite clay mixture for disposing of pharmaceuticals - Disposal of medications presents a multifaceted problem where medications disposed of via sewage systems can eventually affect water supplies. Meanwhile disposal via normal solid waste systems faces a similar problem and have the added dilemma of potential diversion of drugs of abuse. Combining those medications with an absorbent mixture containing bentonite clay with other absorptive materials allows those medications to be disposed of in a form that limits exposure to a water supply while simultaneously hedging diversion. | 06-16-2011 |
Kenneth Neal, Duncan, OK US
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20090120635 | Apparatus and Method for Maintaining Boost Pressure to High-Pressure Pumps During Wellbore Servicing Operations - A wellbore services manifold trailer comprising a blender connector configured to couple to a blender, a boost pump coupled to the blender connector, a high-pressure pump suction connector coupled to the boost pump and configured to couple to a high-pressure pump, a high-pressure pump discharge connector configured to couple to the high-pressure pump, and a wellhead connector configured to couple to a wellhead is disclosed. A wellbore servicing method comprises receiving a fluid at a first pressure, increasing the pressure of the fluid to a second pressure greater than the first pressure, feeding the fluid to a high-pressure pump at the second pressure, receiving the fluid from the high-pressure pump at a third pressure greater than the second pressure, and feeding the fluid to a wellhead at the third pressure is also disclosed. | 05-14-2009 |
Kenneth G. Neal, Duncan, OK US
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20090278069 | Multiple piece frac valve insert - A multiple piece valve plug insert is disclosed. The valve plug insert has an insert body and an insert cover. The valve plug insert may be used with a valve having a valve seat and a valve plug that is movable into and out of sealing engagement with the valve seat. The valve plug insert along with a valve plug body comprise the valve plug. | 11-12-2009 |
20100032031 | Fluid supply system - A fluid supply system having a plurality of tanks in fluid communication via one or more fluid paths with at least one pump, a ball and socket coupling disposed in at least one of the fluid paths, and a wellhead in fluid communication with the pump is disclosed. Placing a plurality of tanks at a well site and pumping a fluid from at least one of the tanks into the wellbore via a fluid path comprising at least one ball and socket coupling is disclosed. Positioning a plurality of tanks at a well site having a wellhead connected to a wellbore penetrating a shale formation, preparing a fracturing fluid by connecting at least one of the tanks to a blender via a fluid path comprising a ball and socket coupling, pumping the fracturing fluid into the wellbore and fracturing the shale formation, and recovering natural gas from the wellbore is disclosed. | 02-11-2010 |
20100263872 | Erosion Resistant Flow Connector - A wellbore servicing apparatus, comprising an inlet space, a central space adjacent and in fluid communication with the inlet space along a central axis, a dome space adjacent and in fluid communication with the central space along the central axis, and a plurality of channels adjacent to and in fluid communication with the dome space, wherein the plurality of channels are radially spaced about the central axis, and wherein a channel axis of the at least one of the plurality of channels is incident the central axis by less than ninety degrees. | 10-21-2010 |
20110125332 | Systems and Methods for Specifying an Operational Parameter for a Pumping System - Systems and methods for specifying one or more operational parameters for a pumping system are disclosed. A first suction pressure loss profile for a first pump in a pumping system is determined. A second suction pressure loss profile for a second pump in the pumping system is determined. The first suction pressure loss profile is compared with the second suction pressure loss profile. One or more operational parameters are specified based, at least in part, on the comparison. | 05-26-2011 |
20110163046 | Mobile UV Light Treatment Systems and Associated Methods - Of the methods provided herein, one includes a method comprising: providing a turbid treatment fluid having a first microorganism count; placing the turbid treatment fluid in a self-contained, road mobile UV light treatment manifold that comprises a UV light source; irradiating the turbid treatment fluid with the UV light source in the self-contained, road mobile UV light treatment manifold that comprises an attenuating agent so as to reduce the first microorganism count of the turbid treatment fluid to a second microorganism count to form an irradiated treatment fluid, wherein the second microorganism count is less than the first microorganism count; and placing the irradiated treatment fluid having the second microorganism count in a subterranean formation, a pipeline or a downstream refining process. | 07-07-2011 |
Kenneth Gregory Neal, Duncan, OK US
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20110272158 | High pressure manifold trailer and methods and systems employing the same - A method of servicing a subterranean formation with a servicing fluid, the method comprising providing a first component of the servicing fluid to a first high-pressure pump at a first pressure, providing a second component of the servicing fluid to a second high-pressure pump at a second pressure, increasing the pressure of the first component of the servicing fluid at the first high-pressure pump to a third pressure, wherein the third pressure is greater than the first pressure, increasing the pressure of the second component of the servicing fluid at the second high-pressure pump to a fourth pressure, wherein the fourth pressure is greater than the second pressure, communicating the first component of the servicing fluid to a high-pressure manifold, communicating the second component of the servicing fluid to the high-pressure manifold, communicating the first component of the servicing fluid from a first high-pressure manifold outlet to a wellhead located at a wellbore, communicating the second component of the servicing fluid from a second high-pressure manifold outlet to the wellhead, and mixing the first component of the servicing fluid and the second component of the servicing fluid at the wellhead to form the servicing fluid. | 11-10-2011 |
20140060842 | ELECTROSTATIC PARTICULATE COATING METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FRACTURING FLUIDS - Disclosed is a method and apparatus for making up fracturing fluid with coated proppant. The method applies opposed electrical charges to the proppant and its coating to create a uniform coating without extensive mechanical mixing, and additionally, the method applies opposed electrical charges to the coated proppant and fracturing fluid to enhance mixing. | 03-06-2014 |
Lori Neal, Madison, WI US
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20120189581 | USE OF TOXOPLASMA AND DERIVED COMPOSITIONS TO PREVENT OR TREAT MICROBIAL INFECTIONS - The invention provides a composition comprising an amount of a live attenuated or avirulent | 07-26-2012 |
20130280297 | USE OF TOXOPLASMA GENE PRODUCTS TO PREVENT OR TREAT MICROBIAL INFECTIONS - The invention provides immunomodulatory proteins, e.g., useful to prevent, inhibit or treat microbial infection. | 10-24-2013 |
Matthew B. Neal, Wilmington, NC US
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20090291791 | TENSIONER ASSEMBLY WITH SEALED PULLEY - A pulley assembly operable in connection with a tensioner assembly is provided for tensioning a belt. The pulley assembly includes one or more elements for sealing the pulley to protect the pulley assembly in harsh environments. For instance, the pulley assembly may include one or more shields for protecting the pulley from contaminants entering the interior of the pulley assembly that can lead to premature failure. | 11-26-2009 |
Michael John Neal, Tampa, FL US
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20100077349 | PATIENT DIRECT CONNECT - An online service provider information service provides users with the ability to contact service centers. The service provides the ability for service centers to participate in the service as a sponsor. A user requests information regarding a particular service provider or service. In response, a webpage is generated with the requested information. Unique contact identifiers are associated with the sponsors that allow a user to connect to the sponsor service center and are included in the webpage. The unique identifiers allow the service to track the success of directing users to the sponsored service centers based on their participation in the information service. The unique identifiers also allow for implementing pay per search payment schemes and for generating reports based on the sponsor's participation in the information service. | 03-25-2010 |
20110112858 | CONNECTING PATIENTS WITH EMERGENCY/URGENT HEALTH CARE - A computer network-based service provides search capabilities and mechanisms for connecting potential patients with emergency, urgent, and convenient care facilities. Patients make informed decisions regarding their treatment options by reviewing search results regarding facility wait times, geographic proximities of facilities, quality ratings of facilities for particular specialties, etc. Upon selecting a facility, patients may electronically transmit a notification to the facility indicating their medical condition(s) and estimated arrival time. The facility may approve or deny the treatment request by sending an electronic response. The facility may also request further information to triage the patient before his/her actual arrival and/or may provide instructions to assist the patient while en route. Navigation satellite systems may identify the patient's location for processing search requests and determining the proximity of facilities. Further, contact mechanisms, e.g., phone numbers, for contacting facilities directly may be accessed from the search service and tracked. | 05-12-2011 |
Michael P. Neal, Powell, OH US
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20120176616 | FLUID SUBMERSIBLE SENSING DEVICE - A fluid submersible sensing device is provided comprising a fluid-tight housing defining an internal chamber and including window structure; sensing structure provided in the internal chamber; light providing apparatus in the internal chamber emitting light capable of passing through the window structure so as to exit the housing; and a sample-providing structure coupled to the housing and located outside of the housing internal chamber comprising a passage through which a fluid flows. The passage may have a longitudinal axis substantially parallel with a flow path through the passage and a cross sectional area substantially transverse to the longitudinal axis. The light from the housing exits the housing, passes through the sample-providing structure including the passage and re-enters the housing toward the sensing structure. | 07-12-2012 |
Michelle Lynn Neal, Albert Lea, MN US
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20130032476 | ROTARY CATHODES FOR MAGNETRON SPUTTERING SYSTEM - A magnetron sputtering device includes a cathode source assembly, and a target assembly removably coupled to the cathode source assembly. The cathode source assembly comprises a rotatable drive shaft, and a water feed tube located in the drive shaft and coupled to a tube support. The target assembly comprises a rotary cathode including a rotatable target cylinder, the rotary cathode removably mounted to the drive shaft. A magnet bar inside of the target cylinder is coupled to an end portion of the feed tube. A sweeping mechanism coupled to the magnet bar includes a control motor. An indexing pulley is coupled to the control motor, and a magnet bar pulley is coupled to the indexing pulley. The magnet bar pulley is affixed to the tube support such that any motion of the magnet bar pulley is translated to the magnet bar through the tube support and the feed tube. | 02-07-2013 |
20140184073 | PLASMA ENHANCED CHEMICAL VAPOR DEPOSITION (PECVD) SOURCE - One embodiment is directed to a plasma source comprising a body in which a cavity is formed and at least two self-contained magnetron assemblies disposed within the cavity. The magnetron assemblies are mutually electrically isolated from each other and from the body. In one implementation of such an embodiment, the self-contained magnetron assemblies comprise closed-drift magnetron assemblies. Other embodiments are disclosed. | 07-03-2014 |
Nathan Y. Neal, Miami, FL US
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20130042422 | Shoe Sole Ornamentation Apparatus and Related Method - The present invention is directed toward a device, kit, and related method for an adhesive film for application to the sole of a shoe. More specifically, the film is easily attached to the shoe sole so that a user may decorate their shoe soles and continuously change the appearance of the soles of a single pair of shoes instead of purchasing multiple shoes of a variety of styles. It also serves as a shoe sole protector, as it covers the original sole protecting it from wear and abrasion. A cutting device to trim the film to size without trimming the shoe material is also contemplated. | 02-21-2013 |
Phil Neal, Wakeman, OH US
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20120175721 | Methods And Materials Useful For Chip Stacking, Chip And Wafer Bonding - Materials, and methods that use such materials, that are useful for forming chip stacks, chip and wafer bonding and wafer thinning are disclosed. Such methods and materials provide strong bonds while also being readily removed with little or no residues. | 07-12-2012 |
Rachel C. Neal, Austin, TX US
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20080288794 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING POWER DELIVERY FOR POWER OVER ETHERNET SYSTEMS - A method for managing the delivery of power for a plurality of devices includes allocating a power limit for each of the plurality of devices and providing power to at least one of the plurality of devices. The method also includes, in response to the providing of power, measuring the amount of power utilized by each of at least one of the at least one of the plurality of devices and determining that the amount of power exceeds the power limit for the device. | 11-20-2008 |
20090052336 | Ethernet Switch With Configurable Alarms - According to one embodiment, an Ethernet switch includes a plurality of ports operable to receive and transmit Ethernet traffic. The Ethernet switch also includes system monitoring software operable to receive an indication from a user of a plurality of fault conditions for which generation of an alarm is desired. The system monitoring software is also operable to monitor the Ethernet switch for the plurality of fault conditions and generate a signal indicating a particular one of the plurality of fault conditions has occurred. The Ethernet switch further includes at least one relay responsive to the generated signal that is operable to turn on a respective alarm indicating a particular fault condition has occurred. | 02-26-2009 |
Rebekah A. Neal, Cambridge, MA US
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20110236974 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING LAMININ NANOFIBERS - The present invention provides methodologies and parameters for fabrication of the hybrid biomaterial by blending pure laminin or complex extracts of tissues containing laminin with biopolymers such as polycaprolactone (PCL), polylactic/polyglycolic acid copolymer (PLGA) or Polydioxanone (PDO) in fluoroalcohols (HFP, TFA), fabrication of substrates and scaffolds and devices from the hybrid biomaterial in forms such as films, nanofibers by electrospinning or microspheres, and the biological or biomedical use of the material or devices derived from it. | 09-29-2011 |
Robert A. Neal, Wales, ME US
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20080241270 | FLUID COMPOSITION FOR INHIBITING SURGICAL ADHESION FORMATION AND RELATED METHOD OF PRODUCTION - A composition to inhibit the formation of adhesions that may arise at a surgical site. The composition includes an antioxidant in a carrier. The carrier is comprised of cocamide diethanolamine, diethanolamine and glycerin. The composition may include additional additives, such as euricamide and a compound including a polyethylene resin, calcium carbonate and a concentrated form of the carrier. The composition is produced by heating the carrier to a temperature, preferably about 375° F. and then adding the additives. The mixture is heated at temperature long enough to cause the antioxidant to leach into the liquid. The mixture is then cooled at room temperature and maintained in liquid form for ease of application to the surgical site where adhesion formation inhibition is desired. The composition is preferably degradable in vivo. | 10-02-2008 |
20100084161 | CONDUCTIVE FILM AND PROCESS FOR MAKING SAME - A conductive polyolefin film characterized by acceptable physicals, no pinholes, and a resistance through its thickness of less than about 100 ohms, preferably less than about 10 ohms, and a method for making the same. The film includes a structural polymeric material such as a polyolefin blended with conductive additives such as carbon filler to produce desired characteristics. The film may be surface treated to enhance its ability to bond to other materials. The process includes combining and blending a plurality of resins with different conductive carbon loaded polymers, drying the conductive resin mix to a selected moisture content, converting the conductive film resin into a fluidized solid, and forming a film. The film and method of the present invention provide films suitable for use in a range of applications, including as conductive media for electrodes in batteries and capacitors or in desalination/deionization systems. The film has an inherent property of Positive Temperature Coefficient Resistance that may be selected by selecting the ratio of structural material and conductive material, wherein the film increases in resistance at selectable voltages and limits current at a particular point, protecting batteries from short circuit, for example. | 04-08-2010 |
Robert E. Neal, Richmond, VA US
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20100030211 | IRREVERSIBLE ELECTROPORATION TO TREAT ABERRANT CELL MASSES - The present invention provides methods, devices, and systems for in vivo treatment of cell proliferative disorders. The invention can be used to treat solid tumors, such as brain tumors. The methods rely on non-thermal irreversible electroporation (IRE) to cause cell death in treated tumors. | 02-04-2010 |
20130253415 | IRREVERSIBLE ELECTROPORATION USING TISSUE VASCULATURE TO TREAT ABERRANT CELL MASSES OR CREATE TISSUE SCAFFOLDS - The present invention relates to the field of medical treatment of diseases and disorders, as well as the field of biomedical engineering. Embodiments of the invention relate to the delivery of Irreversible Electroporation (IRE) through the vasculature of organs to treat tumors embedded deep within the tissue or organ, or to decellularize organs to produce a scaffold from existing animal tissue with the existing vasculature intact. In particular, methods of administering non-thermal irreversible electroporation (IRE) in vivo are provided for the treatment of tumors located in vascularized tissues and organs. Embodiments of the invention further provide scaffolds and tissues from natural sources created using IRE ex vivo to remove cellular debris, maximize recellularization potential, and minimize foreign body immune response. The engineered tissues can be used in methods of treating subjects, such as those in need of tissue replacement or augmentation. | 09-26-2013 |
Robert W. Neal, Buffalo Grove, IL US
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20110146934 | MOLD FOR A BATTERY CAST ON STRAP - A dual temperature mold assembly for maintaining a mold cavity used in a cast on strap process at two different temperatures facilitates the removal of the solidified strap after the molten metal is solidified. The mold assembly includes a mold cavity having walls attached to different mold assembly segments that are heated or cooled by thermal energy input and coolant processes which can maintain the mold cavities at different temperatures, so that molten metal around the battery plate lugs in a mold cavity segment is solidified while the sides of the mold cavity are exposed to at least one adjacent heated segment to provide thermal energy thereinto, resulting in a reduction of the amount of molten metal necessary for a cast on strap, and reducing the amount of thermal energy input into the process for manufacturing the straps. | 06-23-2011 |
Ryan Neal, Claremore, OK US
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20090044441 | SNAP TERMINAL TACKLE - A device for affixing terminal tackle to a fishing line has a body that defines a chamber, an upper orifice, and a lower orifice. A winding member is located within the body and defines a circumferential groove. Terminal tackle is affixed to the winding member. Fishing line passes through the upper and lower orifices. The winding member rotates within the body for displacing a path of the line from the upper to the lower orifice for forcing line into the groove and for wrapping line around the winding member for increasing line/winding member contact area for securing the tackle onto the line. A pinch point may be provided to further secure line within the body. Tactile feedback is provided to alert when the winding member is rotated to a pre-determined rotational position. Anti-backdrive mechanisms are provided to prevent unwanted rotation of the winding member when tension is applied to the line. | 02-19-2009 |
20090127143 | Interlocking Media Tray - This invention is a new and innovative means for storing typical media cases such as CD(s) or DVD(s) in a uniquely shaped slot. Said invention also incorporates features that allows user to interlock, clip together, and display plastic trays on a wall or table top in order to create a variable and expandable storage system that best suits their mounting, installation, and displaying needs. | 05-21-2009 |
Scott Neal, Sturbridge, MA US
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20110034117 | POULTRY DEBONING KNIFE - A safety use deboning knife includes a blade having a distally disposed carcass flesh penetration tip disposed immediately adjacent the blade curved cutting edge and spacedly disposed from the blade non-cutting upper edge by a planar distal edge, which distal edge subtends an acute angle of less than about 45° and preferably in less than about 25° with entire cutting portion disposed below the blade center line. | 02-10-2011 |
20130174425 | Cutting Device - A cutting device is disclosed. The cutting device includes a handle having an outer surface, the outer surface having a first end and a second end and defining a width. The cutting device further includes a plurality of blades coupled to the handle and extending from the first end. Each of the plurality of blades is spaced apart from another of the plurality of blades in a generally width-wise direction. The cutting device further includes a channel defined in the handle extending from the first end generally towards the second end. The channel is spaced from the neighboring blades in the generally width-wise direction and comprising a recess and an opening. The outer surface defines the opening. The channel allows movement of at least one of the plurality of blades in the generally width-wise direction with respect to another of the plurality of blades. | 07-11-2013 |
20130196583 | Poultry Deboning Knife - A safety use deboning knife includes a blade having a distally disposed carcass flesh penetration tip disposed immediately adjacent the blade curved cutting edge and spacedly disposed from the blade non-cutting upper edge by a planar distal edge, which distal edge subtends an acute angle of less than about 45° and preferably in less than about 25° with entire cutting portion disposed below the blade center line. | 08-01-2013 |
Stanley Dale Neal, Mount Juliet, TN US
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20120062211 | COMPACT ELECTRICAL POWER METER - An electrical power meter for monitoring electrical power supplied to a load comprises a meter case, a plurality of current transformers within the meter case for sensing the electrical current in a plurality of line conductors of a power distribution system, and a plurality of pairs of terminals on the meter case for connecting the meter to the line conductors. The terminals of each pair are located on opposite sides of one of the current transformers, and a current transformer bus bar connects the two terminals and extends through one of the current transformers. A plurality of guides adjacent selected pairs of the terminals position lugs connecting line conductors to the selected pairs of terminals. | 03-15-2012 |
Terrell Neal, Blowing Rock, NC US
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20130019794 | Corrosion-Resistant, Ultra-Strong, Universal Holder - A universal holder that can hold anything that has a pole-like or rod-like insert base. It is extremely strong with respect to sideways pulls and is highly resistant to corrosion. An upper pipe section made typically made from PVC pipe has an upper end open and a lower end closed. The lower end can be fitted with a threaded nut. A stainless steel pipe or rod, which is highly corrosion resistant can have an upper end threaded to mate into the threaded nut. The pipe or rod can receive a point or a pointed spike at its bottom end for insertion into soil or sand. This point or spike can be aluminum. Alternatively, a solid stainless steel rod can tapered on the lower end into a point. The universal holder of the present invention can be used to hold fishing poles, flag poles, flower pots, lanterns and numerous other items. It can also be paired with a second similar holder to hold a clothesline or the like. Various different accessories can be used with the universal holder to hold numerous diverse items. A particular accessory is a special type of flag pole that holds a flag at an angle and allows it to turn in the wind. | 01-24-2013 |
Thomas Neal, Cambridge, MA US
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20120130916 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SHIPPING AND DELIVERING PARCELS TO A VIRTUAL ADDRESS - A computer-based system and method for shipping and delivering a parcel, including reserving a terminal for a parcel; placing the parcel in the terminal, the parcel having a virtual delivery address of a recipient; picking up the parcel by a carrier; converting, through a central computer system, the virtual address into a postal address; delivering the parcel to a destination terminal drop-box corresponding to the postal address; notifying the recipient of the delivery of the parcel; and unlocking the drop-box only upon verifying the recipient's identity. | 05-24-2012 |
Timothy Neal, Harwinton, CT US
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20130042469 | POSITIONING GUIDES AND ION SOURCES - Certain embodiments described herein are directed to inserts and ion sources. In some examples, an insert can comprise a positioning guide configured to provide for visual positioning of a chromatography column under the positioning guide. In other examples, an ion source configured with an aperture to couple to a carrier tube to render the ion source non-removable from an instrument housing when the carrier tube is coupled to the ion source is described. | 02-21-2013 |
20140104598 | Lamp Temperature Management Systems and Methods for Liquid Chromatography Analyzers - A liquid sample analyzer includes a flow cell, a light source, and a lamp temperature management system. The flow cell is configured to receive a flow of a liquid sample from a liquid sample source. The light source includes a lamp configured to emit light to illuminate the flow of the liquid sample in the flow cell. The lamp temperature management system includes: an air flow generator operable to generate a turbulent air flow to cool the lamp; a thermally conductive primary housing encapsulating the lamp such that a primary air gap is provided between the primary housing and the lamp; and a thermally conductive secondary housing surrounding the primary housing and configured to deflect the turbulent air flow away from the primary housing. | 04-17-2014 |
20140104605 | Flow Cell Assembly for Liquid Sample Analyzer - A flow cell assembly for use in a liquid sample analyzer including a radiation source, a sensing device and a liquid sample source to supply a liquid sample includes an entrance joint member, a liquid core waveguide, a liquid sample feed tube, and an input optical fiber. The entrance joint member includes a waveguide receiving bore and a feed tube receiving bore. The liquid core waveguide is mounted in the waveguide receiving bore and defines a waveguide bore. The liquid sample feed tube is mounted in the feed tube receiving bore such that the liquid sample feed tube is in fluid communication with the waveguide bore to fluidly connect the liquid sample source to the waveguide bore. The input optical fiber is mounted in the entrance joint member to transmit radiation from the radiation source to the waveguide bore, which radiation is transmitted through the waveguide bore and the liquid sample therein to the sensing device. | 04-17-2014 |
20140104617 | FLOW CELL MODULES AND LIQUID SAMPLE ANALYZERS AND METHODS INCLUDING SAME - A flow cell module for use in a liquid sample analyzer includes a module housing, a liquid core waveguide mounted in the module housing to receive a flow of a liquid sample from a liquid sample source, an input optical fiber disposed in the module housing to transmit radiation from a radiation source to the liquid core waveguide, an input termination located on an input end of the input optical fiber, a first kinematic connection mechanism operative to bias the input termination in a first direction along a first axis while permitting displacement of the input termination in a first opposing direction along the first axis, and a second kinematic connection mechanism operative to bias the input termination in a second direction along a second axis while permitting displacement of the input termination in a second opposing direction along the second axis. The second axis is transverse to the first axis. | 04-17-2014 |
20140247446 | Flow Cell Modules and Liquid Sample Analyzers and Methods Including Same - A flow cell module for use in a liquid sample analyzer includes a module housing, a liquid core waveguide mounted in the module housing to receive a flow of a liquid sample from a liquid sample source, an input optical fiber disposed in the module housing to transmit radiation from a radiation source to the liquid core waveguide, an input termination located on an input end of the input optical fiber, a first kinematic connection mechanism operative to bias the input termination in a first direction along a first axis while permitting displacement of the input termination in a first opposing direction along the first axis, and a second kinematic connection mechanism operative to bias the input termination in a second direction along a second axis while permitting displacement of the input termination in a second opposing direction along the second axis. The second axis is transverse to the first axis. | 09-04-2014 |
20140253916 | FLOW CELL ASSEMBLY FOR LIQUID SAMPLE ANALYZER - A flow cell assembly for use in a liquid sample analyzer including a radiation source, a sensing device and a liquid sample source to supply a liquid sample includes an entrance joint member, a liquid core waveguide, a liquid sample feed tube, and an input optical fiber. The entrance joint member includes a waveguide receiving bore and a feed tube receiving bore. The liquid core waveguide is mounted in the waveguide receiving bore and defines a waveguide bore. The liquid sample feed tube is mounted in the feed tube receiving bore such that the liquid sample feed tube is in fluid communication with the waveguide bore to fluidly connect the liquid sample source to the waveguide bore. The input optical fiber is mounted in the entrance joint member to transmit radiation from the radiation source to the waveguide bore, which radiation is transmitted through the waveguide bore and the liquid sample therein to the sensing device. | 09-11-2014 |
Timothy A. Neal, Genoa City, WI US
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20100162942 | Collapsible Construction Barrier - A collapsible barrier has at least three integrally-formed wall sections with a plurality of contiguous living hinges, as a series, joining each adjacent pair of wall sections, the at least three wall sections including two endmost wall sections joinable to form an upright structure. A collapsible barrier may include a plurality of interconnected wall sections each having a top-facing side, where one of the top-facing sides has a pocket adapted for securely holding a light. A thermoformed unitary plastic object may include at least two wall sections, at least one hinge member connecting adjacent interior ones of the wall sections' longitudinal sides, the hinge member comprising a plurality of interconnected living hinges, where a nominal thickness of the at least one hinge members of the thermoformed unitary plastic object approximates 0.100 inch. | 07-01-2010 |
Todd Lewis Neal, Snellville, GA US
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20090093303 | GAMING SYSTEM INCORPORATING A MULTI-DIRECTIONAL DISPLAY - A gaming system includes a multi-directional display and a one-way mirror. The multi-directional display is configured to display a first visual image that is directly viewable along a central viewing axis, and to further display a second visual image that is directly viewable along a first angular viewing axis. The one-way mirror is positioned with reference to the multi-directional display for reflecting the second visual image along a second angular viewing axis while permitting direct viewing of at least a portion of the second visual image through the first one-way mirror along the first angular viewing axis. | 04-09-2009 |
Vern Alden Neal, Louisville, KY US
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20090158669 | METHOD OF OPENING AN APPLIANCE DOOR - A method of opening an appliance door includes translating the door up and away from a unit so as to clear a lower edge of a physical constraint, thus allowing for gaps to be minimized, further translating the appliance door out so that its handle would not make contact with an adjacent door should the adjacent door be closed or opened while the appliance door is opened, thus allowing the appliance door to be lowered when the same is fully opened in order to increase the usable height and to reduce the gaps below and above the appliance door. | 06-25-2009 |
Zane C. Neal, Cambria, WI US
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20090074885 | Reversible Hydrophobic Modification of Drugs for Improved Delivery to Cells - Described are drug formulations that increase regional delivery of the drugs to cells. Methods for reversibly increasing the hydrophobicity of a drug through hydrolytically labile attachment of a hydrophobic moiety and methods for delivering the modified drug to cells are described. Hydrophobic modification increases drug delivery, while lability minimizes entry of the drug into non-target cells. | 03-19-2009 |