Heaton, US
Allan William Heaton, Bend, OR US
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20090117530 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING MEDIA FILE ACCESS OVER A NETWORK - Systems and methods are disclosed for serving fresh media content while minimizing Internet traffic by periodically checking content freshness between a local server and a remote server; if a stale content exists on the local server, replacing the stale content with a fresh content from the remote server; and serving the fresh content from the local server. | 05-07-2009 |
20120295243 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING MEDIA FILE ACCESS OVER AN EDUCATIONAL TESTING NETWORK - Systems and methods are disclosed for serving fresh media content while minimizing Internet traffic by periodically checking content freshness between a local server and a remote server; if a stale content exists on the local server, replacing the stale content with a fresh content from the remote server; and serving the fresh content from the local server. | 11-22-2012 |
20140134588 | EDUCATIONAL TESTING NETWORK - Systems and methods are disclosed for serving fresh media content while minimizing Internet traffic by periodically checking content freshness between a local server and a remote server; if a stale content exists on the local server, replacing the stale content with a fresh content from the remote server; and serving the fresh content from the local server. The system also tests the student by adaptively modifying the predetermined testing level based on the diagnosis of each testing group and repeating tests at the adaptively modified predetermined testing level for a plurality of sub-tests. | 05-15-2014 |
Amy L. Heaton, Salt Lake City, UT US
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20140079821 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING HEALTH IN HUMANS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for improving the health of human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079822 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING SLEEP EFFICIENCY IN HEALTHY HUMAN BEINGS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for improving sleep efficiency in human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079823 | METHODS FOR TREATING POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER - Embodiments herein relate to nutritional supplements for treating post-traumatic stress disorder in human beings, and to methods of using the same. In particular examples, the nutritional supplement comprises an amino acid secretagogue composition. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079825 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING HEALTH IN CANINES - A method of improving health in a canine includes administering to the canine a nutritional supplement comprising an amino acid secretagogue composition, which stimulates the pituitary gland of the canines to produce growth hormone. The nutritional supplement may be administered orally. The nutritional supplement may comprise L-arginine hydrochloride, Oxo-proline, L-lysine hydrochloride, and cysteine. When desired, the nutritional supplement may consist essentially of L-arginine hydrochloride, Oxo-proline, L-lysine hydrochloride, N-acetyl-L-cysteine, L-glutamine, and schizonepeta powder. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079826 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR INCREASING HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE LEVELS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for increasing human growth hormone (hGH) levels in healthy human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079827 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING HEALTH IN ANIMALS - A method of improving health in an animal includes administering to the animal a nutritional supplement comprising an amino acid secretagogue composition, which stimulates the pituitary gland in the animal to produce growth hormone. The nutritional supplement may be administered orally. The nutritional supplement may comprise L-arginine hydrochloride, L-pyroglutamic acid, L-lysine hydrochloride, and cysteine. When desired, the nutritional supplement may consist essentially of L-arginine hydrochloride, L-pyroglutamic acid, L-lysine hydrochloride, N-acetyl-L-cysteine, L-glutamine, and schizonepeta powder. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079828 | METHODS FOR INCREASING HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE LEVELS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for increasing human growth hormone (hGH) levels in healthy human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079830 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING THYROID FUNCTION IN A SUBJECT - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods for improving thyroid function in healthy human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079831 | COMPOSITIONS FOR INCREASING HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE LEVELS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to supplements for increasing human growth hormone (hGH) levels in healthy human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140079832 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR INCREASING GROWTH HORMONES - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for improving the health of human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140080887 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING LINEAR GROWTH RESPONSE IN CHILDREN - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for increasing linear growth in borderline GH deficient and non-GH deficient children. | 03-20-2014 |
20140080888 | METHODS FOR INCREASING ENDURANCE AND FAT METABOLISM IN HUMANS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for increasing endurance and fat metabolism in human beings. | 03-20-2014 |
20140242201 | COMPOSITIONS FOR INCREASING HUMAN GROWTH HORMONE LEVELS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to supplements for increasing human growth hormone (hGH) levels in healthy human beings. | 08-28-2014 |
20140295002 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING HEALTH IN HUMANS - Embodiments of the invention generally relate to methods and supplements for improving the health of human beings. | 10-02-2014 |
20140295003 | METHODS FOR IMPROVING HEALTH IN CANINES - A method of improving health in a canine includes administering to the canine a nutritional supplement comprising an amino acid secretagogue composition, which stimulates the pituitary gland of the canines to produce growth hormone. The nutritional supplement may be administered orally. The nutritional supplement may comprise L-arginine hydrochloride, Oxo-proline, L-lysine hydrochloride, and cysteine. When desired, the nutritional supplement may consist essentially of L-arginine hydrochloride, Oxo-proline, L-lysine hydrochloride, N-acetyl-L-cysteine, L-glutamine, and schizonepeta powder. | 10-02-2014 |
Callie Michelle Heaton, Washington, DC US
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20100226858 | METHOD OF PREDICTING A PREDISPOSITION TO QT PROLONGATION - The present invention describes an association between genetic polymorphisms in the ceramide kinase-like (CERKL) gene and a predisposition to prolongation of the QT interval, and provides related methods for the prediction of such a predisposition, the administration of QT interval-prolonging compounds to individuals having such a predisposition, and determining whether a compound is capable of inducing QT prolongation. | 09-09-2010 |
20100249188 | PREDICTION OF QT PROLONGATION BASED ON SNP GENOTYPE - The present invention relates to the prediction of QT prolongation following administration of a compound capable of increasing an individual's QT interval based on the individual's genotype at one or more single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) loci and to the treatment of a patient based on such prediction. | 09-30-2010 |
20150259747 | METHOD OF PREDICTING A PREDISPOSITION TO QT PROLONGATION - The present invention describes an association between genetic polymorphisms in the ceramide kinase-like (CERKL) gene and a predisposition to prolongation of the QT interval, and provides related methods for the prediction of such a predisposition, the administration of QT interval-prolonging compounds to individuals having such a predisposition, and determining whether a compound is capable of inducing QT prolongation. | 09-17-2015 |
Clifford D. Heaton, Ware, MA US
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20090050103 | SPLIT-CYCLE AIRCRAFT ENGINE - A split-cycle aircraft engine includes a crankshaft rotatable about a crankshaft axis. A power piston is slidably received within a power cylinder and is operatively connected to the crankshaft such that the power piston reciprocates through an expansion stroke and an exhaust stroke during a single rotation of the crankshaft. A compression piston is slidably received within a compression cylinder and is operatively connected to the crankshaft such that the compression piston reciprocates through an intake stroke and a compression stroke during a single rotation of the crankshaft. A gas crossover passage operatively interconnects the compression cylinder and the power cylinder. An air reservoir is operatively connected to the gas crossover passage by a reservoir passage. The air reservoir is selectively operable to receive and deliver compressed air. The engine is mounted to an aircraft and the air reservoir is disposed within the aircraft. | 02-26-2009 |
20090145129 | SPLIT-CYCLE AIRCRAFT ENGINE - A split-cycle aircraft engine includes a crankshaft rotatable about a crankshaft axis. A power piston is slidably received within a power cylinder and is operatively connected to the crankshaft such that the power piston reciprocates through an expansion stroke and an exhaust stroke during a single rotation of the crankshaft. A compression piston is slidably received within a compression cylinder and is operatively connected to the crankshaft such that the compression piston reciprocates through an intake stroke and a compression stroke during a single rotation of the crankshaft. A gas crossover passage operatively interconnects the compression cylinder and the power cylinder. An air reservoir is operatively connected to the gas crossover passage by a reservoir passage. The air reservoir is selectively operable to receive and deliver compressed air. The engine is mounted to an aircraft and the air reservoir is disposed within the aircraft. | 06-11-2009 |
20090255491 | SPLIT-CYCLE AIRCRAFT ENGINE - A split-cycle aircraft engine includes a crankshaft rotatable about a crankshaft axis. A power piston is slidably received within a power cylinder and is operatively connected to the crankshaft such that the power piston reciprocates through an expansion stroke and an exhaust stroke during a single rotation of the crankshaft. A compression piston is slidably received within a compression cylinder and is operatively connected to the crankshaft such that the compression piston reciprocates through an intake stroke and a compression stroke during a single rotation of the crankshaft. A gas crossover passage operatively interconnects the compression cylinder and the power cylinder. An air reservoir is operatively connected to the gas crossover passage by a reservoir passage. The air reservoir is selectively operable to receive and deliver compressed air. The engine is mounted to an aircraft and the air reservoir is disposed within the aircraft. | 10-15-2009 |
20120074264 | AIRPLANE WING - An airplane wing configuration includes a first wing positioned above and forward of a second wing on an airplane fuselage. The first wing is operable to direct airflow over an upper surface of the second wing, whereby the first and second wings are capable of generating greater lift than a sum of their individual lifts. The first wing may include an adjustable wing flap that redirects airflow over the upper surface of the second wing, and the second wing may include a rotatable portion that pivots to vary the angle of attack of the second wing independent of the first wing. | 03-29-2012 |
Dale Alan Heaton, Lucas, TX US
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20090259430 | Method and Apparatus for Synchronizing Signals in a Testing System - The preferred embodiments of the present invention provide approaches for synchronizing signals in a testing system. In some embodiments, the timing signal associated with each device under test (DUT) is maintained at an integer multiple of the tester timing signal. Additionally, in other embodiments, the timing signal associated with various DUTs is used as a timing reference for other devices. | 10-15-2009 |
20120075014 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR HIGH-SENSITIVITY DETECTION OF INPUT BIAS CURRENT - The invention relates to systems and methods for high-sensitivity detection of input bias current. The invention more particularly relates to platforms and techniques for the calibration and measurement of input bias current in op amps or other devices. In embodiments, the platform can incorporate a servo loop connected to a high-sensitivity test amplifier, such as an instrumentation amplifier. The test amplifier can complete a switchable circuit with the servo loop and detect a calibration input bias current for the test platform, without a production device in place. The device under test can be switched into the servo loop, and the total bias current measured with both the device under test and test amplifier in-circuit. The difference between the measured current with the device inserted and the previously measured calibration current represents the bias current for the subject device, without attaching external meters or requiring reference parts of the production type. | 03-29-2012 |
Danny A. Heaton, Watertown, SD US
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20160015017 | Phosphorescent Fishing Lure Energizing Storage Device - A phosphorescent fishing lure energizing storage device for exposing phosphorescent fishing lures to light while is stored such that the phosphorescent fishing lures are energized and fluoresce while is used after removal from the storage device includes a container defining an interior space. A lid is coupled to the container. The lid is positionable to cover the interior space. A holder is positioned in the interior space and configured for holding at least one phosphorescent fishing lure having a body charged by exposure to light. A light source is coupled to the lid such that the light source illuminates the interior space wherein the light source is configured for energizing the body of the phosphorescent fishing lure. | 01-21-2016 |
Daren N. Heaton, Spanish Fork, UT US
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20150017607 | STABILIZED, WATER-JET SLURRY APPARATUS AND METHOD - A method for removing dental material is disclosed. The method may include suspending, by a hydrated polymeric material, a quantity of abrasive media. The hydrated polymeric material and suspended abrasive media may then be pressurized. Accordingly, an abrasive stream may be formed by expelling, under pressure, the hydrated polymeric material and suspended abrasive media from a nozzle. The abrasive stream may be precisely applied to a tooth to abrade the enamel or dentin thereof as a drilling instrumentality. | 01-15-2015 |
Harley L. Heaton, Manassas, VA US
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20100008844 | METHOD FOR PROCESSING STACK GAS EMISSIONS - Apparatus and methods for augmenting the Mark 13a process of Van Zelzen et al., by providing for the addition of dispatchable energy storage and/or additional waste stream treatments. Sulfur-containing stack gas emissions from the burning of fossil fuels for electricity production are cleaned, removing the sulfur by use of the Bunsen reaction. The process produces hydrogen and sulfuric acid as byproducts. The hydrogen output of the process can be used to co-produce electricity in a reversible fuel cell, and optionally can be stored so that electricity can be produced during periods of high demand. Optionally the hydrogen can be reacted with air-nitrogen or nitrogen from the combustion gasses to produce ammonia. The sulfuric acid can optionally be reacted with iron or aluminum to produce iron or aluminum sulphates and additional electricity. In addition, mercury removal from the gas emissions from burning fossil fuels (primarily coal) can be performed. | 01-14-2010 |
James Heaton, The Woodlands, TX US
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20120143899 | System and Methods for Integrating and Using Information Relating to a Complex Process - In aspects, the disclosure herein provides a method of obtaining and integrating information relating to process, which method, in one configuration, includes obtaining information relating to the process in a first form that includes a plurality of images generated over a selected time period, obtaining information relating to the process in a second form, time synchronizing the information in the first form and the second form, integrating the time-synchronized information, and recording the integrated time-sequenced information in a suitable storage medium. | 06-07-2012 |
James Tracey Heaton, Mansfield, MA US
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20110092843 | AERODYNAMIC TISSUE DRIVER - A method for assessing mechanical properties of a selected tissue includes defining an expansion chamber adjacent to the selected tissue and passing pressurized air into the expansion chamber. The method also includes providing an opening through which the pressurized air can escape the expansion chamber, the opening being disposed such that, while escaping from the expansion chamber, air passes by the selected tissue, thereby causing the selected tissue to vibrate. | 04-21-2011 |
20150354941 | FACIAL MOVEMENT AND EXPRESSION DETECTION AND STIMULATION - The disclosure features systems and methods for detecting a user's facial movement and expression, that include a plurality of radiation sources, a plurality of radiation detectors, where each radiation detector is paired with a different one of the radiation sources and configured to detect radiation emitted by its paired radiation source, and a controller connected to the radiation detectors and configured to receive signals corresponding to measurements of emitted radiation from each of the radiation detectors, determine, for each radiation source-detector pair, information about whether a radiation path between the source and detector is blocked by a portion of the user's face, and determine a facial movement or expression of the user based on the information. | 12-10-2015 |
Jason Randall Heaton, Birmingham, AL US
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20150110422 | SIDE-LOADING REUSABLE SHOPPING BAG - A reusable side-loading bag having front, rear, base and two side panels. The bag also includes a pair of handles and a pair of sliding mechanisms. The side-load bag allows for items, for example, food containers to slide in from the side, fit securely, provide ample clearance to stack multiple containers, be carried flat to eliminate the risk or ruining the product. | 04-23-2015 |
Jeremiah David Heaton, Abingdon, VA US
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20150047528 | Overhead Rail Guidance and Signaling System - An overhead railway and trolley for transporting miners out of a mine. The railway is formed by connected rails that are mounted to a roof of a mine. The trolley is mounted to a bottom flange of the rails and includes wheel assemblies having at least two wheels mounted side-by-side, and each is configured to engage and roll along a top surface of the bottom flange. The trolley has a clicker that is configured to engage protrusions extending away from the bottom flange. The clicker permits the trolley to travel out of the mine but prevents it from traveling into the mine. The trolley also includes a pair of handles that are configured to be gripped by a miner standing on a floor of the mine as he travels from the beginning of the railway to the ending (i.e., the egress direction). | 02-19-2015 |
John Heaton, Duncan, OK US
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20080197605 | Method for Constructing and Treating Subterranean Formations - A method for servicing a well comprises providing at least one trailer, providing at least one towing vehicle, providing servicing equipment, supporting the equipment with the trailer, and moving the towing vehicle, so as to move the trailer along with the equipment. The combination gross weight rating or combination gross vehicle weight of the trailer and the towing vehicle may be less than 26,001 pounds or less than less than the commercial drivers license threshold, under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's regulations. | 08-21-2008 |
John Heaton, Uniontown, OH US
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20120088951 | PHARMACEUTICAL DRUG DISPOSAL KIT - A pharmaceutical drug disposal kit includes a container for receiving pharmaceutical drugs. Water is added to the container to create an aqueous solution with the pharmaceutical drugs, and a constituent in the container makes the solution a basic aqueous solution. A visual and/or taste deterrent is disposed in the container, and an adsorbent or absorbent is also disposed in the container to provide at least partial solidification of the solution. A binding agent is also disposed in the container to bind the ingredients of the pharmaceutical drug, the deterrent, and the adsorbent/absorbent, thereby changing the physical state of the pharmaceutical drugs into a substance that is undesirable to consume, and which enables safe disposal of the pharmaceutical drugs. | 04-12-2012 |
John C. Heaton, Atlantic Beach, FL US
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20080290535 | REDUCTION OF EXCESS POLYMERIC FLASH RING - The present invention includes methods and apparatus for forming a biomedical device, such as an ophthalmic lens, in a area defined by a first mold part and a second mold part wherein during the formation of the biomedical device a HEMA is formed and the HEMA ring and a greater adhesive force is generated on the HEMA ring by the second mold part than the first mold part. | 11-27-2008 |
20120108551 | OPHTHALMIC COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to compositions that may alleviate symptoms of ocular stress, as well as methods of their production, use, and storage compositions. The compositions comprise at least one ocular epithelial cell associating group and at least one hydrophilic group. In one embodiment the at least one ocular epithelial cell associating group and at least one hydrophilic group are substituents on a conjugated polyaromatic core. | 05-03-2012 |
John G. Heaton, Duncan, OK US
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20150013436 | Diagnostic System For Bulk Well Material Handling Plants - Diagnostic system for bulk well material handling plants that includes multiple fluid flow pathways to transport well materials. The bulk well material handling system includes multiple connections, each connected to a fluid flow pathway. The system also includes a control system connected to the multiple connections and adapted to automatically operate one or more connections of the multiple connections to a fluid flow pathway to analyze a pneumatic integrity of the fluid flow pathway in the bulk material handling system. | 01-15-2015 |
John Gilbert Heaton, Duncan, OK US
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20120128449 | Proppant Transfer System - A transfer system includes a conduit, a support, and a conveyor. The conduit has a first end and a second end and is configured to transfer dry material from the first end to the second end. The support is in contact with at least a portion of the conduit and is configured to maintain the second end of the conduit in a desired position relative to the first end of the conduit during transfer of the dry material from the first end to the second end. The conveyor is adjacent to the conduit and is configured to deliver the dry material to the first end of the conduit from a floating vessel configured to transport the dry material. | 05-24-2012 |
Keith Patrick Heaton US
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20100106118 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED CONNECTION TO WOUND DRESSINGS IN CONJUNCTION WITH REDUCED PRESSURE WOUND TREATMENT SYSTEMS - A system for applying reduced pressure to tissue includes a multi-lumen reduced pressure delivery tube having a proximate end, a distal end, a primary lumen extending through the conduit from the proximate end to the distal end, and an ancillary lumen extending through the conduit from the proximate end to the distal end. A vacuum pump is coupled to the proximate end of the primary lumen, and a reduced pressure adapter is coupled to the distal end of the reduced pressure delivery tube. The adapter includes channels to direct liquid away from the ancillary lumens and into the primary lumen. | 04-29-2010 |
Kelly Heaton, Millwood, VA US
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20110191343 | Computer Research Tool For The Organization, Visualization And Analysis Of Metabolic-Related Clinical Data And Method Thereof - A computer research tool for inputting, searching, displaying, and analyzing metabolic-related clinical data utilizing a novel graphical user interface (GUI) for visual-statistical data analysis and insight generation and method thereof are disclosed. | 08-04-2011 |
Kelly Heaton, Washington, DC US
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20110251472 | SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING PATIENT INFORMATION FOR DIABETES MANAGEMENT - A system is provided for collecting patient information from which diabetes therapy may be determined. The system may comprise a patient interface device, a patient notification device, an input device for entering patient information, and an information collecting unit. The information collecting unit may include a processor electrically coupled to a memory having stored therein at least one algorithm executable by the processor to activate the patient notification device followed by presenting instructions to the patient via the patient interface device for collecting specified information from the patient via the input device. | 10-13-2011 |
20150248541 | SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING PATIENT INFORMATION FOR DIABETES MANAGEMENT - A system is provided for collecting patient information for diabetes management. The system may comprise a patient interface device, a patient notification device, an input device for entering patient information, and an information collecting unit. The information collecting unit may include a processor electrically coupled to a memory having stored therein at least one algorithm executable by the processor to activate the patient notification device followed by presenting instructions to the patient via the patient interface device to collect specified information from the patient via the input device. | 09-03-2015 |
Kermit D. Heaton, Plano, TX US
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20150229776 | Telecommunication Revenue Management System - Disclosed is an improved revenue call management system for use with a telecommunication system. The revenue management system preferably includes a remote server, a user database, and a plurality of databases. When a call is placed, the revenue management system queries the user database based on the telephone number dialed to bill the appropriate account. If no account exists for the dialed telephone number, the revenue system queries a multitude of internal and external databases to determine if the dialed telephone number is billable. If the telephone number is un-billable, the collect call attempt is terminated. The revenue management system is capable of establishing accounts in real time while the caller and called party are on the line. | 08-13-2015 |
Larry Christopher Heaton, Huntsville, AL US
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20080198388 | MINIATURE FOURIER TRANSFORM SPECTROPHOTOMETER - The Miniature Fourier Transform Spectrophotometer provides the capability, in a miniaturized device, of determining the light absorption/transmission spectra of a collected sample of gas or liquid though Fourier Transform spectroscopy techniques. The device takes an optical input from an optical fiber, manipulates that light through miniature optical components, and launches it into a miniaturized Michelson interferometer with a scanning mirror that acquires the interferogram of the optical input. The interferogram can be processed to retrieve the spectrum of the input light. A novel multi-stepped micro-mirror operates as the optical path length modulator in the miniaturized interferometer. A unique monolithic beamsplitter/mirror combination provides for accurate alignment of the components and greatly simplifies product integration. The device is designed to cover various optical spectra of interest. During operation, the precision and accuracy of the microfabricated components in the device allow operation and resolution even at extremely low wavelengths. In addition, the miniaturized nature of the device allows it to be used in new and extremely space-constrained applications. | 08-21-2008 |
20090296746 | FIBER LASER COIL FORM AND RELATED MANUFACTURING TECHNIQUES - A fiber laser thermal coil form and related manufacturing techniques that are substantially suitable for automation. The fiber laser thermal coil form including a thermally conductive substrate to support a fiber placed thereon and to dissipate a heat of the fiber, and a fiber guide groove defined in a surface of the substrate to guide the fiber and dimensioned to partially enclose the fiber and to enhance a thermal contact of the fiber and the substrate. | 12-03-2009 |
Lisa Heaton, Huntington, CT US
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20100191250 | ROBOTIC SURGICAL TOOL FOR PLUGGABLE END-EFFECTORS - In one embodiment of the invention, a replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge is provided to couple to a mechanical wrist of a surgical instrument for a robotic surgical system. The replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge includes two pluggable end effectors and a pair of spring latches. The two end effectors are moveable end effectors having a jaw portion, an off-center portion, and a base portion in one embodiment. The replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge may further include a fastener to rotatably couple the end effectors together. | 07-29-2010 |
20100191251 | METHODS FOR PLUGGABLE END-EFFECTORS OF ROBOTIC SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS - In one embodiment of the invention, a replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge is provided to couple to a mechanical wrist of a surgical instrument for a robotic surgical system. The replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge includes two pluggable end effectors and a pair of spring latches. The two end effectors are moveable end effectors having a jaw portion, an off-center portion, and a base portion in one embodiment. The replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge may further include a fastener to rotatably couple the end effectors together. | 07-29-2010 |
20100200002 | STERILE SURGICAL DRAPE - An improved sterile drape, system, and method for draping portions of a telerobotic surgical system are provided. In one embodiment, a sterile drape includes an exterior surface adjacent to a sterile field for performing a surgical procedure, and an interior surface forming a cavity for receiving the non-sterile portion of a robotic surgical system, such as a manipulator. The drape further includes a fastener coupled to the exterior surface for securing the sterile drape to the non-sterile portion of the robotic surgical system while reducing the volume of the sterile drape. Advantageously, the drape allows for quick and simple installation and increases visualization of the patient by reducing the size of the drape with more form fitting features, while allowing for freedom of movement of the manipulator. | 08-12-2010 |
20120232566 | STERILE SURGICAL DRAPE - An improved sterile drape, system, and method for draping portions of a telerobotic surgical system are provided. In one embodiment, a sterile drape includes an exterior surface adjacent to a sterile field for performing a surgical procedure, and an interior surface forming a cavity for receiving the non-sterile portion of a robotic surgical system, such as a manipulator. The drape further includes a fastener coupled to the exterior surface for securing the sterile drape to the non-sterile portion of the robotic surgical system while reducing the volume of the sterile drape. Advantageously, the drape allows for quick and simple installation and increases visualization of the patient by reducing the size of the drape with more form fitting features, while allowing for freedom of movement of the manipulator. | 09-13-2012 |
Lisa W. Heaton, Huntington, CT US
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20100016852 | MEDICAL INSTRUMENT ELECTRONICALLY ENERGIZED USING DRIVE CABLES - An electrically energized medical instrument uses one or more drive cables to both actuate mechanical components of a wrist mechanism or an effector and to electrically energize the effector. Electrical isolation can be achieved using an insulating main tube through which drive cables extend from a backend mechanism to the effector, an insulating end cover that leaves only the desired portions of the effector exposed, and one or more seals to prevent electrically conductive liquid from entering the main tube. Component count and cost may be further reduced using a pair of pulleys that are shared by four drive cables. | 01-21-2010 |
20130158542 | SURGICAL SYSTEMS WITH ROBOTIC SURGICAL TOOL HAVING PLUGGABLE END-EFFECTORS - In one embodiment of the invention, a replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge is provided to couple to a mechanical wrist of a surgical instrument for a robotic surgical system. The replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge includes two pluggable end effectors and a pair of spring latches. The two end effectors are moveable end effectors having a jaw portion, an off-center portion, and a base portion in one embodiment. The replaceable electrosurgical end effector cartridge may further include a fastener to rotatably couple the end effectors together. | 06-20-2013 |
Lisa W. Heaton, Shelton, CT US
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20090036904 | Anastomosis Instrument and Method for Performing Same - A surgical instrument for anastomosis of first and second blood vessels includes a housing having distal and proximal ends and an actuator disposed therebetween. The actuator includes a handle and a link assembly, the link assembly being movable through a firing stroke in response to movement of the handle. The instrument also includes a disposable loading unit releasably attached to the distal end of the housing in mechanical cooperation with the actuator. The disposable loading unit supports a plurality of surgical fasteners, which deform upon movement of the actuator and the link assembly through the firing stroke. | 02-05-2009 |
Mark A. Heaton, Elberta, AL US
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20140144030 | EKG Targeting System - The present invention is a mechanical device used in the hunting and gaming industries. The device is a system called the EKG targeting system, which is comprised of a scope, which, in one embodiment is comprised of a laser rangefinder, an L-shaped sliding mount, a sliding face-mount bracket, a trigger release mounting bracket, bolts and nuts to secure pieces of the system together, a pin sight, a mounting for the pin sight and a trigger release. In another embodiment, the system is comprised of almost any scope used in archery targeting, an L-shaped sliding mount, a sliding face-mount bracket, a trigger release mounting bracket, bolts and nuts to secure pieces of the system together and a trigger release. | 05-29-2014 |
Michael Heaton, Rock Hill, SC US
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20110317952 | TANDEM ANGULAR CONTACT ROLLER BEARING WITH CONCAVE ROLLER PROFILE FOR IMPROVED ROLLER GUIDANCE - A tandem roller bearing having circumferential inner and outer races each having first and second contact surfaces with convex profiles is provided. Rolling elements are arranged between the inner and outer races, each of the rolling elements having a concave profile corresponding to the convex profiles of a respective pairing of the first contact surfaces of the inner and outer races or of the second contact surfaces of the inner and outer races. A cage is arranged between the inner and outer races that separates and is guided by the rolling elements. The rolling elements include first and second sets of rolling elements having first and second axes of rotation that are arranged between the first and second contact surfaces of the inner and outer races, respectively. The first and second axes of rotation are inclined in a same direction with respect to a central axis of the inner race. | 12-29-2011 |
20150252841 | BEARING ASSEMBLY WITH INTEGRATED SPRING - A rolling bearing assembly is provided that includes an inner bearing ring adapted to receive a radially outer surface of a shaft and an outer bearing ring adapted to be supported on a radially inner surface of a housing. A plurality of rolling elements are supported between the inner ring and the outer ring. The inner ring defines an inner race on which the plurality of rolling elements run, and the outer ring defines an outer race on which the plurality of rolling elements run. A recess is formed on at least one of a radially inner surface of the inner bearing ring or a radially outer surface of the outer bearing ring. A spring is arranged at least partially in the recess and biases at least one of the inner bearing ring or the outer bearing ring against a respective one of the shaft or the housing. | 09-10-2015 |
Michael A. Heaton, Owego, NY US
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20120232942 | CONTROL AND TRACKING SYSTEM FOR MATERIAL MOVEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE - A system and method is provided for monitoring, tracking and/or coordinating the movement of items and/or equipment aboard a vessel. More particularly, a system and method is provided for controlling material flow, planning, reporting, scheduling, and inventory tracking of items throughout a vessel. The system comprises a computer infrastructure configured to receive item identification from remote sources and provide transporting instructions based on the item identification and predetermined criteria to operators for movement of cargo within a vessel. The system also includes at least one external device configured to at least receive the transporting instructions from the computer infrastructure. | 09-13-2012 |
Nicholas Heaton, Houston, TX US
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20140114576 | IDENTIFYING FORMATION, MATRIX AND FLUID RELATED CHARACTERISTICS FROM SUBSURFACE DATA USING FACTOR ANALYSIS - A method of interpreting petrophysical measurement data include arranging measurements of at least one physical property of formations into a matrix representing the measurements and selecting a range of number of unobserved factors or latent variables for factor analysis. Factor analysis is performed on the measurement matrix and comprises performing factorization of measurements matrix into a number of factors and performing rotation of the factorization results. Whether the factor loadings for each factor have achieved a “simple structure” is determined and either each of the selected number of factors is associated with a physical parameter of the formations, or one is added to the number of factors and factor analysis and rotation are repeated until factor loadings of all factors have achieved “simple structure” such that the each of the number of factors is associated with a physical property of the formations. | 04-24-2014 |
20140320126 | Statistical Analysis of Combined Log Data - A method for determining at least one characteristic of a geological formation having a borehole therein may include collecting nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) data of the geological formation adjacent the borehole, and collecting non-NMR data for the geological formation adjacent the wellbore. The method may further include performing a Monte Carlo analysis based upon a combination of the collected NMR and non-NMR data to determine the at least one characteristic of the geological formation having a bounded uncertainty therewith. | 10-30-2014 |
20140380134 | Method of Performing Error-Correction of NMR Data - A method of obtaining nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) data from a subterranean formation may include operating a tool in a subterranean formation for generating both NMR data and NMR scaled data based upon NMR measurements of the subterranean formation. The method may also include operating the tool for encoding and transmitting both the NMR data and NMR scaled data, and receiving and decoding, above the subterranean formation, both the NMR data and NMR scaled data from the tool. The method may also include performing error-correction of the received and decoded NMR data based upon the received and decoded NMR scaled data. | 12-25-2014 |
Nicholas J. Heaton, Houston, TX US
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20130106413 | System and Method for Measuring Borehole Geometry While Drilling | 05-02-2013 |
Ronald D. Heaton, North Vernon, IN US
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20130255668 | Solar Collector, System, And Method Of Use - Provided is a light-weight, easy to install, use and remove solar collector that may be manufactured inexpensively from readily available common materials, and which may be installed, removed, moved, and reinstalled almost anywhere by almost anyone without special tools or skills. In one embodiment, the solar collector comprises one or more collection tubes formed from attaching clear or substantially translucent material, such as clear vinyl, along the edges and over the top of dark colored or otherwise solar-energy-absorbant material, such as black polyethylene plastic, black vinyl-coated polyester, or any other suitable material, which may be insulated by an insulative layer. A dark-colored or otherwise solar-energy-absorbant air-permeable layer may also be located in the collection tube to increase heating of the air flowing through the collection tube. In addition to the solar collector is a fan, which may take the form of a forced-air window unit with thermostatic controls. | 10-03-2013 |
Ross Heaton, Mount Pleasant, SC US
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20100241532 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR THIRD-PARTY AND FOURTH-PARTY LOGISTICS - The present invention provides a system and method for managing supply chain, goods handling, and logistics services for third-party and fourth-party logistics providers (asset-based and non-asset based). The invention provides logistics provider(s) with the functionality to manage and organize multiple supply chain service providers, and the services they provide, in order to maximize efficiency and profit and minimize cost to the customer(s) of the logistics provider(s). | 09-23-2010 |
Ryan C. Heaton, Castle Rock, CO US
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20130339969 | Scheduling and Decision System - A task-centered scheduling system is disclosed, whereupon a manager could schedule a task with a number of attributes for resources (such as persons, types of rooms, tools, machinery, ingredients, etc.). The system then matches resources with the task so that the task could be completed. For example, if a manager schedules a task for a person with cleaning skills to clean a dirty room with a mop and a bucket with soap, the scheduler will find an available person with cleaning skills, allocate the mop and bucket to that available person, and send that available person to the dirty room to clean it. The system keeps track of the resources in order to know what resources are available for allocating to a task, and different tasks may have different priorities which could cause lower priority tasks to be rescheduled in favor of higher priority tasks. | 12-19-2013 |
Scott M. Heaton, Ham Lake, MN US
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20120241025 | Vibration Dampening Spring Clip for Pressure Regulator - A control assembly for a fluid flow control device includes a control element, a load spring, and a spring clip. The control element can be movably disposed for controlling fluid flow, and the load spring biases the control element into a predetermined position. The spring clip contacts the load spring at a plurality of points to dampen vibrations experienced by the load spring, thereby reducing and./or eliminating resonance. The spring clip includes a body plate and first and second opposing arm plates extending away from the body plate. Each arm plate includes a proximal end adjacent the body plate, a distal end spaced away from the body plate, and a finger extending upwardly away from the distal end. A corner at an intersection between the finger and the distal end includes a contoured edge for facilitating attachment of the load spring to the spring clip. | 09-27-2012 |
Steven T. Heaton, Oskaloosa, IA US
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20090056153 | APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM OF PRECISE IDENTIFICATION OF MULTIPLE POINTS DISTRIBUTED THROUGHOUT AN AREA - A method of laying out a grid of points across an area comprises designating a starting reference point; projecting with the laser beam a first reference line intersecting the first reference point and extending in a first direction relative to the area; designating the set of first line reference points along the first reference line; projecting with a laser beam a second reference line from each of the set of first reference line points in a direction at least partially across the area; designating a set of second line reference points at or near the area along each of the second reference lines, so that a grid of points across the area correlated to at least one laser beam projection is created. In this manner, the laser provides a quick and accurate straight line for referencing points in the grid. The method could be used to just lay out a grid of lines. An apparatus according to one aspect of the invention comprises a portable base, a laser on the base adapted to project a laser beam in a plane, and a means to identify measured points from the base. The measured points can be relative to the projected plane from the laser. The portable base can be moved to different reference points relative to the area to quickly set up a grid of accurate lines or points in the area. | 03-05-2009 |
20100275454 | APPARATUS, METHOD, AND SYSTEM OF PRECISE IDENTIFICATION OF MULTIPLE POINTS DISTRIBUTED THROUGHOUT AN AREA - A method of laying out a grid of points across an area comprises designating a starting reference point; projecting with the laser beam a first reference line intersecting the first reference point and extending in a first direction relative to the area; designating the set of first line reference points along the first reference line; projecting with a laser beam a second reference line from each of the set of first reference line points in a direction at least partially across the area; designating a set of second line reference points at or near the area along each of the second reference lines, so that a grid of points across the area correlated to at least one laser beam projection is created. In this manner, the laser provides a quick and accurate straight line for referencing points in the grid. The method could be used to just lay out a grid of lines. An apparatus according to one aspect of the invention comprises a portable base, a laser on the base adapted to project a laser beam in a plane, and a means to identify measured points from the base. The measured points can be relative to the projected plane from the laser. The portable base can be moved to different reference points relative to the area to quickly set up a grid of accurate lines or points in the area. | 11-04-2010 |
Thomas K. Heaton, Greenville, SC US
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20100277070 | Scotopically enhanced emergency light and control thereof - System and method are provided for controlling emergency lighting where emergency lights turn on when main source of power goes out for controlling emergency lighting to conserve energy utilized by the emergency light, while maintaining good visibility of the emergency lighting. Solid state lighting, such as LED, is used within an emergency light to add light in blue wavelength region matching the light output to the most sensitive of wavelength response of the human eve to increase color perception and allows faster response time. Electrical current to the device and light output are reduced while LED light tends to increase its blue wavelength component as it is dimmed thus increasing effective light output. After a predetermined time, the light is purposefully dimmed to conserve energy and to allow the eye to slowly and safely adjust to the new lighting conditions. By reducing electrical current, energy storage batteries may be smaller than for similar unit that maintains constant light output. | 11-04-2010 |
Timothy H. Heaton, Morristown, NJ US
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20100042531 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING AN INDEX FOR AN ITEM BASED ON MARKET INFORMATION - Systems and methods for determining an index for an item based on market information are provided. Market information about the item is received and compiled. A standard profile for the item is determined. Index information for the item is determined based on the compiled market information. The index information comprises historical price information and statistical information about the market for the item. The index information is displayed at a user interface and updated based on updated market information. Orders to trade futures and options contracts on the item may be received, communicated, and executed. | 02-18-2010 |
20100174659 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING THE LIQUIDITY AND DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FOR LUXURY AND OTHER ILLIQUID ITEMS - Systems and methods for improving the liquidity and distribution network for luxury and other illiquid items are provided. These systems and methods preferably include the trading of futures and options contracts, which will provide the liquidity and distribution network for luxury items. Possible embodiments of these systems and methods include the trading of futures and options contracts for diamonds and wine. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes generating indexes for diamond prices, wine prices, luxury item prices, housing values, mortgage prepayments, privately-held companies or for anything with from sufficiently liquid points of value. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes a centralized data base for retrieving closing and current auction prices for determining the value of, and best method for the auctioning of various items. The data provided by this data base would improve liquidity by creating greater price transparency. | 07-08-2010 |
20100198748 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING THE LIQUIDITY AND DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FOR LUXURY AND OTHER ILLIQUID ITEMS - Systems and methods for improving the liquidity and distribution network for luxury and other illiquid items are provided. These systems and methods preferably include the trading of futures and options contracts, which will provide the liquidity and distribution network for luxury items. Possible embodiments of these systems and methods include the trading of futures and options contracts for diamonds and wine. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes generating indexes for diamond prices, wine prices, luxury item prices, housing values, mortgage prepayments, privately-held companies or for anything with from sufficiently liquid points of value. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes a centralized data base for retrieving closing and current auction prices for determining the value of, and best method for the auctioning of various items. The data provided by this data base would improve liquidity by creating greater price transparency. | 08-05-2010 |
20100235227 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING THE LIQUIDITY AND DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FOR LUXURY AND OTHER ILLIQUID ITEMS - Systems and methods for improving the liquidity and distribution network for luxury and other illiquid items are provided. These systems and methods preferably include the trading of futures and options contracts, which will provide the liquidity and distribution network for luxury items. Possible embodiments of these systems and methods include the trading of futures and options contracts for diamonds and wine. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes generating indexes for diamond prices, wine prices, luxury item prices, housing values, mortgage prepayments, privately-held companies or for anything with from sufficiently liquid points of value. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes a centralized data base for retrieving closing and current auction prices for determining the value of, and best method for the auctioning of various items. The data provided by this data base would improve liquidity by creating greater price transparency. | 09-16-2010 |
20110029421 | GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE RELATED TO NON-STANDARD TRADING OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - A graphical user interface related to non-standard settlement trading in financial instruments is provided. The graphical user interface preferably includes a selectable portion of a display screen related to a financial instrument and a selectable tab for accessing a selectable portion of the display screen related to one or a plurality of non-standard settlement positions with respect to the financial instrument. In one embodiment of the invention, when the tab is selected, access is provided to the selectable portion of the display screen related to the plurality of non-standard settlement positions. | 02-03-2011 |
20110251940 | GRAPHICAL ORDER ENTRY USER INTERFACE FOR TRADING SYSTEM - On a display terminal of an electronic trading system, a graph is displayed having a first axis and a second axis, wherein the graph includes a curve corresponding to a range of values of a financial instrument. A user is allowed to select a portion of the graph. In response to the user selection of the portion of the graph, a trading dialog box is displayed on the display of the workstation, the dialog box being automatically populated with values for trading, the values based on the values of the selected portion of the graph. | 10-13-2011 |
20110258099 | FUTURES CONTRACTS ON RESTRICTED COMPENSATION SECURITIES - Futures contracts on options contracts are provided in which the duty to purchase the right to purchase a commodity or security may be agreed upon by two or more parties. The futures contract segment of the exchange device is the duty to purchase the underlying options contract at a specific time. The options contract segment of the exchange device is the right to buy an underlying security or commodity. Margin schemes may be included in either segment of the exchange device or the exchange device as a whole. | 10-20-2011 |
20110264589 | COMMISSION CALCULATOR AND DISPLAY - Commission allocations in transaction management of auction-based trading for specialized items such as fixed income instruments. A plurality of workstations that are connected to a server, and a structured commission allocation protocol may be provided. Through the workstations, the server and the commission allocation protocol, the systems and methods may allocate commissions or fees when trading securities at accelerated levels with minimal errors and costs, control commission elements during real-time trading, reward customers and brokers who participate in transactions, and distribute commission and transaction data in real time. | 10-27-2011 |
20130132256 | COMMISSION CALCULATOR AND DISPLAY - Commission allocations in transaction management of auction-based trading for specialized items such as fixed income instruments. A plurality of workstations that are connected to a server, and a structured commission allocation protocol may be provided. | 05-23-2013 |
20130159058 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING THE LIQUIDITY AND DISTRIBUTION NETWORK FOR LUXURY AND OTHER ILLIQUID ITEMS - Systems and methods for improving the liquidity and distribution network for luxury and other illiquid items are provided. These systems and methods preferably include the trading of futures and options contracts, which will provide the liquidity and distribution network for luxury items. Possible embodiments of these systems and methods include the trading of futures and options contracts for diamonds and wine. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes generating indexes for diamond prices, wine prices, luxury item prices, housing values, mortgage prepayments, privately-held companies or for anything with from sufficiently liquid points of value. Another embodiment of this invention preferably includes a centralized data base for retrieving closing and current auction prices for determining the value of, and best method for the auctioning of various items. The data provided by this data base would improve liquidity by creating greater price transparency. | 06-20-2013 |
20140006245 | GRAPHICAL ORDER ENTRY USER INTERFACE FOR TRADING SYSTEM | 01-02-2014 |
20140052600 | GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE RELATED TO NON-STANDARD TRADING OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - A graphical user interface related to non-standard settlement trading in financial instruments is provided. The graphical user interface preferably includes a selectable portion of a display screen related to a financial instrument and a selectable tab for accessing a selectable portion of the display screen related to one or a plurality of non-standard settlement positions with respect to the financial instrument. In one embodiment of the invention, when the tab is selected, access is provided to the selectable portion of the display screen related to the plurality of non-standard settlement positions. | 02-20-2014 |
20140172676 | DERIVATIVES ON COMPENSATION-RELATED RESTRICTED SECURITIES - Futures contracts on options contracts are provided in which the duty to purchase the right to purchase a commodity or security may be agreed upon by two or more parties. The futures contract segment of the exchange device is the duty to purchase the underlying options contract at a specific time. The options contract segment of the exchange device is the right to buy an underlying security or commodity. Margin schemes may be included in either segment of the exchange device or the exchange device as a whole. | 06-19-2014 |
20150018077 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ASSISTING IN GAME PLAY AND WAGERING - Systems and methods for assisting game play and wagering are provided. A game assistant system may provide a user with advice on game play or wagering for casino games such as blackjack, roulette, poker, craps, slots, or baccarat. The game assistant may also provide a user with advice on wagering events (e.g., horse racing, etc.) or on other games (e.g., backgammon, chess, etc.). The information provided by the game and wagering assistant during game play or a wagering event may allow a user to minimize losses or the statistical advantage of a casino or game provider. The game and wagering assistant system may also allow a user to allocate a particular amount of money for wagering on games or events, and allow the user to control the rate at which the money is expended. | 01-15-2015 |
William Heaton, Cambridge, MA US
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20140278137 | DISTANCE MAPS USING MULTIPLE ALIGNMENT CONSENSUS CONSTRUCTION - Techniques for assembly of genetic maps including de novo assembly of distance maps using multiple alignment consensus construction. Multiple map alignment can be performed on a defined bundle of fragment maps corresponding to biomolecule fragments to determine consensus events and corresponding locations. Fragment maps in the bundle can be removed when there is no overhang from the consensus events. When the subset of fragment maps in the bundle is less than a predetermined threshold, one or more additional fragment maps can be added based on fragment signatures, a consensus alignment score, and a pairwise alignment score. Techniques for multiple alignment can include generating a graph with edges and vertices representing each pairwise relation. An ordered set of sets of events best representing a multiple alignment reflecting all pairwise alignments can be generated by repeatedly randomly removing edges and combining vertices to identify a min cut of the graph. | 09-18-2014 |
William J. Heaton, Everett, WA US
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20090254965 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ENHANCING DISPLAY FUNCTIONALITY IN A SET-TOP ENVIRONMENT - Methods and systems for enhancing the storage and display of video data and other digital content in a set-top box or other television environment so that such data is securely stored and displayed are provided. Example embodiments provide an enhanced display controller (EDC) that executes in an electronic device, such as a set-top box, to provide secure storage and playback of streamed digital content. The EDC creates or identifies a secure storage location and stores the data stream in that secure location in a secure manner, thereby minimizing unauthorized access. In addition, the EDC supports the secure display of the data stream using standard (or proprietary) encryption techniques, and/or obfuscation techniques. The EDC also optionally supports various requirements for complying with the usage limitations typically associated with DRM data content. In one embodiment, the enhanced display controller is a modified set-top display (device) driver that includes a VBI decoder, mechanisms (e.g., code) for securely storing and retrieving digital content, a display obfuscation/encryption mechanism, and a secure data repository. Methods and systems for displaying dynamic, floating graphics using an EDC are also provided. These graphics may be used to as interfaces to invoke the secure storage and playback mechanisms of the EDC and to navigate through display spaces presented on the television display. | 10-08-2009 |
20100077231 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAINTAINING SECURE DATA INPUT AND OUTPUT - Methods and systems for enhancing the security of data during input and output on a client computer system are provided to prevent attempts by unauthorized code to access, intercept, and/or modify data. Example embodiments provide a plurality of obfuscation techniques and security enhanced drivers that use these obfuscation techniques to prohibit unauthorized viewing/receiving of valid data. When the drivers are used together with the various obfuscation techniques, the security enhanced drivers provide mechanisms for “scheduling” the content of the storage areas used to store the data so that valid data is not available to unauthorized recipients. When unauthorized recipients attempt to access the “data,” they perceive or receive obfuscated data. The obfuscation techniques described include “copy-in,” “replace and restore,” and “in-place replacement” de-obfuscation/re-obfuscation techniques. In one embodiment, a security enhanced display driver, a security enhanced mouse driver, a security enhanced keyboard driver, and a security enhanced audio driver are provided. To complement the security enhancements, the methods and systems also provide for a watchdog mechanism to ensure that the driver is functioning as it should be and various user interface techniques for denoting security on a display device. | 03-25-2010 |
20100077360 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAINTAINING SECURE DATA INPUT AND OUTPUT - Methods and systems for enhancing the security of data during input and output on a client computer system are provided to prevent attempts by unauthorized code to access, intercept, and/or modify data. Example embodiments provide a plurality of obfuscation techniques and security enhanced drivers that use these obfuscation techniques to prohibit unauthorized viewing/receiving of valid data. When the drivers are used together with the various obfuscation techniques, the security enhanced drivers provide mechanisms for “scheduling” the content of the storage areas used to store the data so that valid data is not available to unauthorized recipients. When unauthorized recipients attempt to access the “data,” they perceive or receive obfuscated data. The obfuscation techniques described include “copy-in,” “replace and restore,” and “in-place replacement” de-obfuscation/re-obfuscation techniques. In one embodiment, a security enhanced display driver, a security enhanced mouse driver, a security enhanced keyboard driver, and a security enhanced audio driver are provided. To complement the security enhancements, the methods and systems also provide for a watchdog mechanism to ensure that the driver is functioning as it should be and various user interface techniques for denoting security on a display device. | 03-25-2010 |
20120237029 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MAINTAINING SECURE DATA INPUT AND OUTPUT - Methods and systems for enhancing the security of data during input and output on a client computer system are provided to prevent attempts by unauthorized code to access, intercept, and/or modify data. Example embodiments provide obfuscation techniques and security enhanced drivers that use these obfuscation techniques to prohibit unauthorized viewing/receiving of valid data. When the drivers are used together with the various obfuscation techniques, the security enhanced drivers provide mechanisms for “scheduling” the content of the storage areas used to store the data so that valid data is not available to unauthorized recipients. When unauthorized recipients attempt to access the “data,” they perceive or receive obfuscated data. The obfuscation techniques described include “copy-in,” and “replace and restore.” | 09-20-2012 |