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Adam Key, Raleigh, NC US
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20140124423 | Free Spinning Sweep Tail Scrubber for a Pool Cleaner - Embodiments of the invention provide a sweep tail for a pool cleaner including a hose, a connector coupled to a first end of the hose and connecting the hose to the pool cleaner, and a scrubber coupled to the hose near a second end of the hose. The scrubber can include a first bearing coupled to and positioned around the hose, a second bearing positioned around the first bearing, and a scrubbing element positioned around the second bearing. The second bearing is capable of rotating around the first bearing and the scrubbing element is capable of rotating with the second bearing around the first bearing. | 05-08-2014 |
Bobby Key, Tuttle, OK US
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20130234450 | DOUBLE SWING LATCH ASSEMBLY - The present disclosure relates to a latch assembly for securing a gate or other pivotal structure. The latch assembly includes a pair of independently retractable, outwardly biased latch members carried by a latch carriage. When in an extended position, the latch members define a striker retention slot. Cooperation of the latch members in the extended position provides for retention of a striker member in the striker retention slot. | 09-12-2013 |
20130241227 | REMOVABLE GATE - The present disclosure relates to a removable gate for defining storage areas in a transport trailer. The removable gate includes a first elongated housing, a second elongated housing and a pair of supports. Each elongated housing carries a pair of outwardly biased retractable members. When in the extended position the retractable members engage supports thereby securing the gate in a desired position. Retracting the members permits removal and repositioning of the gate. The removable gate is pivotal about the first elongated housing upon retraction of the second pair of retractable members, and pivotal about the second elongated housing upon retraction of the first pair of retractable members | 09-19-2013 |
Bradley Robert Key, Albuquerque, NM US
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20150106941 | Computer-Implemented Security Evaluation Methods, Security Evaluation Systems, and Articles of Manufacture - Computer-implemented security evaluation methods, security evaluation systems, and articles of manufacture are described. According to one aspect, a computer-implemented security evaluation method includes accessing information regarding a physical architecture and a cyber architecture of a facility, building a model of the facility comprising a plurality of physical areas of the physical architecture, a plurality of cyber areas of the cyber architecture, and a plurality of pathways between the physical areas and the cyber areas, identifying a target within the facility, executing the model a plurality of times to simulate a plurality of attacks against the target by an adversary traversing at least one of the areas in the physical domain and at least one of the areas in the cyber domain, and using results of the executing, providing information regarding a security risk of the facility with respect to the target. | 04-16-2015 |
Brandon Key, Lillington, NC US
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20120251175 | CARTRIDGE DRIVE SHAFT GEAR - Image recording devices, such as electrophotographic devices, laser printers, copiers, and fax machines, often have a cartridge that utilizes a drive gear to transmit rotational force from the printer to the print cartridge. Also, it is desirable to remanufacture print cartridge both to reduce waste and to save resources. Therefore, it may be desirable to provide a drive gear mechanism that is easily replaced or reused when a print cartridge is remanufactured. | 10-04-2012 |
Caroline Elizabeth Key, Loveland, OH US
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20160003094 | CMC CORE COWL AND METHOD OF FABRICATING - A CMC core cowl for an aircraft gas turbine engine. The ceramic core cowl comprises an interlaced fiber structure having fibers oriented in substantially transverse directions, and a ceramic matrix surrounding the ceramic fiber structure. The core cowl further comprises several panels. The ceramic fiber and matrix are formed into a substantially cylindrical shape extending from a fore end at the fan outlet guide vanes to an aft end at the low pressure turbine outlet guide vanes. The CMC core cowl includes a means for mechanical attachment circumferentially oriented around the fore end and the aft end with mating parts. The CMC core cowl further includes additional plies oriented in a third preselected direction, thereby providing additional strength for mechanical attachment. | 01-07-2016 |
Charles Key, Valencia, CA US
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20090076635 | Digital Music System - A digital music system includes a first unit (e.g. a home unit) having a processor in communication with a memory device for storing music files. The first unit includes an input device for receiving a compact disc such that music files from the disc may be stored to memory if not found there already. A second unit (e.g. portable or vehicle unit) has a similar construction. The units may communicate by direct or wireless connection for synchronizing music libraries, but only if each unit shares an identical PIN such that copyright violations are avoided. The system includes an online depository for communication with other system units for storing music libraries associated with each PIN. The depository may be accessed by wireless internet connection. The depository enables users to backup their libraries or to synchronize a saved library with a new or existing unit that is associated with a respective PIN. | 03-19-2009 |
Craig A. Key, Green Bay, WI US
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20150218764 | SNOW THROWER CHUTE ROTATION MECHANISM - A chute rotation mechanism for a snow thrower having a frame and a chute rotatably mounted to the frame includes a ring gear configured to be mounted to the chute, a drive gear engaging the ring gear, and a handle assembly configured to pivot relative to the frame. The chute rotation mechanism also includes a first cable extending between the drive gear and the handle assembly. The handle assembly is pivotable in a first direction to tension the first cable and rotate the drive gear, thereby rotating the ring gear in a corresponding first direction. The chute rotation mechanism further includes a second cable extending between the drive gear and the handle assembly. The handle assembly is pivotable in a second direction to tension the second cable and rotate the drive gear, thereby rotating the ring gear in a corresponding second direction. | 08-06-2015 |
Darren Key, Raleigh, NC US
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20150222485 | DYNAMIC SERVER CONFIGURATION AND INITIALIZATION - A computer-program product causing a processor component to identify requisite configuration information for executing an application routine by the processor component, wherein the requisite configuration information enables the application routine to communicate with another computing device via a network during execution of the application routine; generate an API that specifies the requisite configuration information to a resource device via the network when the resource device accesses the API via the network; operate a network interface that couples the processor component to the network to make the API accessible to the resource device via the network to enable the resource device to provide the requisite configuration information; and relay the requisite configuration information following provision of the requisite configuration information by the resource device to the application routine for use during execution of the application routine and to a start component to trigger a start of execution of the application routine. | 08-06-2015 |
David G. Key, Houston, TX US
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20090007327 | EMERGENCY EYE WASH SYSTEM - An emergency eye wash system having a support panel and a pair of brackets for holding two bag assemblies containing sterile and sealed eye wash solution. The bag assemblies are connected by hoses to a pair of nozzles mounted on a pivotal tray assembly. When the system is dormant, the tray assembly is in a vertical closed position. When there is an emergency, a user pulls on a pivotal handle to puncture membranes in the hoses and to lower the tray assembly to cause flow from the bags to the nozzles to the user's face. | 01-08-2009 |
20100275366 | EMERGENCY EYE WASH SYSTEM - An emergency eye wash system having a support panel and a pair of brackets for holding two bag assemblies containing sterile and sealed eye wash solution. The bag assemblies are connected by hoses to a pair of nozzles mounted on a pivotal tray assembly. When the system is dormant, the tray assembly is in a vertical closed position. When there is an emergency, a user pulls on a pivotal handle to puncture membranes in the hoses and to lower the tray assembly to cause flow from the bags to the nozzles to the user's face. | 11-04-2010 |
20120186010 | EMERGENCY EYE WASH SYSTEM - An emergency eye wash system having a support panel and a pair of brackets for holding two bag assemblies containing sterile and sealed eye wash solution. The bag assemblies are connected by hoses to a pair of nozzles mounted on a pivotal tray assembly. When the system is dormant, the tray assembly is in a vertical closed position. When there is an emergency, a user pulls on a pivotal handle to puncture membranes in the hoses and to lower the tray assembly to cause flow from the bags to the nozzles to the user's face. | 07-26-2012 |
Dennis Shawn Key, Arlington, TX US
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20090113113 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SANITIZING OR MODIFYING FLASH MEMORY CHIP DATA - A method and apparatus is provided for individually checking, sanitizing and/or otherwise altering data bits of a plurality of memory chips via one or more processes where the memory chips being processed at any given time may be of different unformatted memory capacities, may be of different memory types, and may have the process started at different times. The method utilizes a computer based program capable of multithreaded operation whereby a new procedure thread is initiated upon a determination by the main program that a given reader port is in recent initial communication with a memory chip. | 04-30-2009 |
Douglas E. Key, Batavia, OH US
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20080237466 | Apparatus and Method for Analyzing Relative Outward Flow Characterizations of Fabricated Features - An apparatus and method for characterizing gas flow through features fabricated in a hollow part. A pressure regulated cooled gas is applied to an interior of the part to the features fabricated in the part. At the same time, a pressure regulated heated gas is applied to an exterior part skin; and the heated gas has a controlled temperature differential from the pressure regulated cooled gas applied to the part interior. An infrared signature of escaping gas and the surrounding part skin is analyzed by a classification method to identify acceptable and unacceptable fabricated features. | 10-02-2008 |
20090206261 | Apparatus and Method For Analyzing Relative Outward Flow Characterizations of Fabricated Features - An apparatus and method for characterizing gas flow through features fabricated in a hollow part. A pressure regulated cooled gas is applied to an interior of the part to the features fabricated in the part. At the same time, a pressure regulated heated gas is applied to an exterior part skin; and the heated gas has a controlled temperature differential from the pressure regulated cooled gas applied to the part interior. An infrared signature of escaping gas and the surrounding part skin is analyzed by a classification method to identify acceptable and unacceptable fabricated features. | 08-20-2009 |
20110119020 | Apparatus and Method For Measurement of the Film Cooling Effect Produced By Air Cooled Gas Turbine Components - A method for measurement of a film cooling effect is disclosed. Film cooling is a technique developed to protect gas turbine engine components from the extremely high temperatures created during its operation. A controlled air pressure is ducted into the hollow interior of the component and the mass rate of air flowing through the plurality of film cooling features or openings is measured. A coolant is then injected into the hollow interior of the component and allowed to flow out of a film cooling feature onto the heated outer surface of the component. The resulting infrared signature is a measure of the relative cooling effect generated by the individual film cool feature. The film cooling effect for an individual feature is quantified as the proportion of mass rate of airflow contributed by its relative individual cooling effect. The area, location and shape of the cooling effect are further classified to determine the degree of conformance to its design intent. | 05-19-2011 |
20140330534 | Apparatus and Method For Measurement of the Film Cooling Effect Produced By Air Cooled Gas Turbine Components - A method for measurement of a film cooling effect is disclosed. Film cooling is a technique developed to protect gas turbine engine components from the extremely high temperatures created during its operation. A controlled air pressure is ducted into the hollow interior of the component and the mass rate of air flowing through the plurality of film cooling features or openings is measured. A coolant is then injected into the hollow interior of the component and allowed to flow out of a film cooling feature onto the heated outer surface of the component. The resulting infrared signature is a measure of the relative cooling effect generated by the individual film cool feature. The film cooling effect for an individual feature is quantified as the proportion of mass rate of airflow contributed by its relative individual cooling effect. The area, location and shape of the cooling effect are further classified to determine the degree of conformance to its design intent. | 11-06-2014 |
Douglas J. Key, Portland, OR US
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20100068232 | Methods for treating skin lines and wrinkles and improving skin quality - Methods and compositions for improving skin quality are disclosed. The methods include applying a solution of about 20-30% pre-wetting agent, such as hyaluronic acid, and/or Botulinum toxin to a skin surface with concurrent particle-free dermabrasion treatment, such as particle-free microdermabrasion treatment. These methods lead to significant improvement in the treatment of skin aging. Compositions for improving skin quality are also disclosed. These compositions comprise a pre-wetting agent and a Botulinum toxin agent. | 03-18-2010 |
James Rhrodrick Key, Grove, OK US
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20140319054 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ENHANCED WASTEWATER TREATMENT - Systems and methods for treatment of wastewater in waste processing ponds and other enclosed bodies of water are provided. An aerator are configured to include a first set of concentric air hoses disposed at a first position between the water outflow lip and the water intake, the first set of concentric air hoses being in fluid communication with an air inlet disposed at a position on the upper float chassis above the surface level of the water; and a second set of concentric air hoses disposed at a second position between the water first set of concentric air hoses and the water intake, the second set of concentric air hoses being in fluid communication with the air inlet, wherein the first set of concentric air hoses and the second set of concentric air hoses emit jets of air bubbles into the water column between the water intake and the water outflow lip. | 10-30-2014 |
James Rhrodrick Key, Lexington, NE US
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20100096324 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REDUCING POLLUTION IN A BODY OF WATER - A system and method reducing pollution in a body of water using biological processes is provided. The system includes a hydraulic dam generated by an induced downwelling of effluent water from a plurality of water circulating devices. A series of linearly arranged treatment sub-systems are disposed upstream of the hydraulic dam. The treatment sub-systems include a water sterilization sub-system for neutralizing harmful and undesirable micro-organisms using an ultrasonic energy generating unit. The ultrasonic energy generated, is of a frequency that disrupts cellular structures in targeted micro-organisms. | 04-22-2010 |
20100320145 | METHOD FOR TREATING WASTE WATER - An apparatus and method for passively generating a current flow in a body of water is disclosed. The passive water circulating apparatus has an aeration plate having a central opening; a plurality of flotation members joined to the aeration plate, the plurality of flotation members being adapted and disposed for maintaining buoyancy of the aeration plate above a water surface; an uplift tube member having a central orifice in fluid communication with the central opening of the aeration plate; a concentrator member disposed at an end of the uplift tube opposite the aeration plate, the concentrator member having a bottom opening in fluid communication with an upper opening, the bottom opening being wider than the upper opening and the upper opening being connected to the uplift tube member; and a plurality of bio-substrates suspended from the concentrator member below the bottom opening, the plurality of bio-substrates providing a substrate for growth of microbes. | 12-23-2010 |
Jean-Pierre Key, Aiken, SC US
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20130124115 | CHROMATIC MAINFRAME - A chromatic processor and a computational process which includes the steps of assigning values to wavelengths of a portion of the electromagnetic spectrum; using electromagnetic emitters for emitting waves having some of those wavelengths; expanding the number of waves available to the computational process by controlling the electromagnetic emitters input to a blended wave output; and combining some of the available waves in order to obtain new wave(s) representing new value(s). | 05-16-2013 |
Jeff Key, Chicago, IL US
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20140122377 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR APPLYING A BUSINESS RULE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM TO A CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A system and a method for applying a business rule management system (“BRMS”) to a customer relationship management (“CRM”) system to create, test and/or publish a business rule in the CRM system is provided. A business rule editor utilizes template business rules constructed from domain-specific language and/or terminology and/or natural language and/or syntax. A business rule tester may test the business rule to ensure the business rule does not provide unintended results. A business rule publisher may publish the business rule into a production environment. | 05-01-2014 |
Jeremiah W. Key, San Marcos, CA US
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20140165592 | COMPRESSOR BLADE FOR GAS TURBINE ENGINE - A compressor blade for a gas turbine engine is disclosed. The compressor blade may have a root configured to engage a hub of the gas turbine engine, and an airfoil radially extending a distance from the root to a tip. The airfoil may have a suction side, a pressure side, a leading edge connecting the suction and pressure sides, and a trailing edge connecting the suction and pressure sides opposite the leading edge. The distance that the airfoil extends from the root to the tip may be divided into a plurality of radially adjacent regions. At least one, but not all, of the plurality of radially adjacent regions away from the base and the tip may have a substantially constant thickness. | 06-19-2014 |
Jeremiah Wesley Key, San Marcos, CA US
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20130224036 | TURBINE ENGINE ROTOR BLADE GROOVE - A rotor blade for a gas turbine engine has an airfoil, a base integrally joined to the airfoil, and a root integrally joined to the base and mountable in a slot in a rotor hub of the gas turbine engine. The root has a dovetail including at least one contact face that, when mounted, contacts a surface of the slot to retain the rotor blade in the hub. The root includes a neck between the base and the dovetail, and a groove in the neck for redirecting stress in the rotor blade. In certain embodiments, the groove is at a distance from the at least one contact face, has a length less than a length of the dovetail, and/or has an initial non-zero depth at the side of a trailing edge of the airfoil and tapers to a zero depth in the direction of the leading edge of the airfoil. | 08-29-2013 |
John Key, Comanche, OK US
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20130014941 | Remotely Activated Downhole Apparatus and MethodsAANM Tips; Timothy RatherAACI MontgomeryAAST TXAACO USAAGP Tips; Timothy Rather Montgomery TX USAANM Longbottom; James R.AACI MagnoliaAAST TXAACO USAAGP Longbottom; James R. Magnolia TX USAANM Covington; Ricky LayneAACI DuncanAAST OKAACO USAAGP Covington; Ricky Layne Duncan OK USAANM Fripp; MichaelAACI CarrolltonAAST TXAACO USAAGP Fripp; Michael Carrollton TX USAANM Helms; LonnieAACI DuncanAAST OKAACO USAAGP Helms; Lonnie Duncan OK USAANM Acosta; FrankAACI DuncanAAST OKAACO USAAGP Acosta; Frank Duncan OK USAANM Budler; NicholasAACI MarlowAAST OKAACO USAAGP Budler; Nicholas Marlow OK USAANM Key; JohnAACI ComancheAAST OKAACO USAAGP Key; John Comanche OK US - An apparatus includes an impervious body, a sealing element; an energy source, and a trigger. The impervious body is configured to prevent passage of fluid therethrough. The sealing element is disposed about the impervious body. The energy source is operationally connected to the sealing element. The trigger is configured to transfer energy from the energy source to the sealing element. The trigger is activated, at least in part, by receiving a signal from a pump tool passing through an interior of the impervious body. | 01-17-2013 |
20130014959 | Remotely Activated Downhole Apparatus and MethodsAANM Tips; Timothy RatherAACI MontgomeryAAST TXAACO USAAGP Tips; Timothy Rather Montgomery TX USAANM Longbottom; James R.AACI MagnoliaAAST TXAACO USAAGP Longbottom; James R. Magnolia TX USAANM Covington; Ricky LayneAACI FriscoAAST TXAACO USAAGP Covington; Ricky Layne Frisco TX USAANM Fripp; MichaelAACI CarrolltonAAST TXAACO USAAGP Fripp; Michael Carrollton TX USAANM Helms; LonnieAACI DuncanAAST OKAACO USAAGP Helms; Lonnie Duncan OK USAANM Acosta; FrankAACI DuncanAAST OKAACO USAAGP Acosta; Frank Duncan OK USAANM Budler; NicholasAACI MarlowAAST OKAACO USAAGP Budler; Nicholas Marlow OK USAANM Key; JohnAACI ComancheAAST OKAACO USAAGP Key; John Comanche OK US - An apparatus includes an impervious body, a sealing element, an energy source, and a trigger. The impervious body is configured to prevent passage of fluid therethrough. The sealing element is disposed about the impervious body. The energy source is operationally connected to the sealing element. The trigger is configured to transfer energy from the energy source to the sealing element. The trigger is activated, at least in part, by receiving a signal transmitted through the impervious body. | 01-17-2013 |
20130180732 | Multiple Ramp Compression Packer - Systems and methods for remotely setting a downhole device. The system includes a base pipe having inner and outer radial surfaces and defining one or more pressure ports extending between the inner and outer radial surfaces. An internal sleeve is arranged against the inner radial surface and slidable between a closed position, where the internal sleeve covers the one or more pressure ports, and an open position, where the one or more pressure ports are exposed to an interior of the base pipe. A trigger housing is disposed about the base pipe and defines an atmospheric chamber in fluid communication with the one or more pressure ports. A piston port cover is disposed within the atmospheric chamber and moveable between blocking and exposed positions. A wellbore device is used to engage and move the internal sleeve into the open position by applying predetermined axial force to the internal sleeve. | 07-18-2013 |
20130233572 | External Casing Packer and Method of Performing Cementing Job - A packer that includes a mandrel, primary and secondary opening seats attached to an interior of the mandrel, a landing seat attached to the interior of the mandrel, a packer element attached to an exterior of the mandrel, and a closing seat attached to the interior of the mandrel. The secondary opening seat may be between the primary opening seat and the landing seat, and the primary opening seat may be between the closing seat and the secondary opening seat. The primary opening seat engages an opening plug and moves from a first position covering an opening to a second position not covering the opening, and the secondary opening seat engages the primary opening seat and moves from a first position covering a port to a second position not covering the port. | 09-12-2013 |
20150292295 | MULTIPLE RAMP COMPRESSION PACKER - Systems and methods for remotely setting a downhole device. The system includes a base pipe having inner and outer radial surfaces and defining one or more pressure ports extending between the inner and outer radial surfaces. An internal sleeve is arranged against the inner radial surface and slidable between a closed position, where the internal sleeve covers the one or more pressure ports, and an open position, where the one or more pressure ports are exposed to an interior of the base pipe. A trigger housing is disposed about the base pipe and defines an atmospheric chamber in fluid communication with the one or more pressure ports. A piston port cover is disposed within the atmospheric chamber and moveable between blocking and exposed positions. A wellbore device is used to engage and move the internal sleeve into the open position by applying predetermined axial force to the internal sleeve. | 10-15-2015 |
John Key, Dunca, OK US
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20130180731 | Pressure Activated Down Hole Systems and Methods - Systems and methods for activating a down hole tool in a wellbore. A trigger is moveably positioned in the interior of a base pipe and includes a first end and a second, smaller end. The trigger is moveable between an unactivated position where a port in the base pipe is blocked and an activated position where the port is open. At least one latch member prevents movement of the trigger from the unactivated position to the activated position until a predetermined force is applied to the trigger. Increasing pressure in the interior increases a force differential between the first end and the second end. When the force differential is substantially equal to the predetermined force, the latch releases and allows the trigger to move from the unactivated position to the activated position, thereby opening the port to permit activation of the down hole tool. | 07-18-2013 |
John Roland Key, Duncan, OK US
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20140116732 | System and Method for Activating a Down Hole Tool - Systems and methods for setting a down hole tool include a base pipe having an interior and defining a port that communicates with a pressure chamber positioned outside of the base pipe. A sleeve is positioned in the interior to substantially block the port and to prevent substantial fluid communication between the interior and the pressure chamber. The sleeve includes a first portion having a first shear resistance for resisting movement of the first portion with respect to the base pipe. The sleeve also includes a second portion having a second shear resistance for resisting movement of the second portion with respect to the first portion. Movement of the first portion with respect to the base pipe in response to overcoming the first shear resistance exposes the port to permit fluid communication between the interior and the pressure chamber for setting the down hole tool. | 05-01-2014 |
20140216762 | System and Method for Activating a Down Hole Tool - One disclosed sleeve assembly disposed within a base pipe includes a first sleeve portion having a first shear resistance for resisting movement of the sleeve assembly with respect to the base pipe, and a second sleeve portion moveable with respect the first sleeve portion and having a second shear resistance for resisting movement of the second sleeve portion with respect to the first sleeve portion, the second shear resistance being greater than the first shear resistance. | 08-07-2014 |
Kerry W. Key, San Diego, CA US
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20100250140 | Method and System for Detecting and Mapping Hydrocarbon Reservoirs Using Electromagnetic Fields - The system and method provided modify a conventional seafloor long-wire electromagnetic (LEM) receiver by increasing the number of discrete antennae placed on the long wire. Two dipoles of electric field data are positioned exactly adjacent to each other, providing input to the same data logger system located within a seafloor survey unit to which the long wire is connected. Highly precise electric field gradients can be obtained by taking the difference of the measurements of the two electrodes, both for amplitude and phase. Any common-mode source of noise, such as magnetotelluric signals and receiver instrument noise will be rejected when the signals from the two electrodes are differenced. An acoustic navigation system utilizes a plurality of transponders to permit triangulation for accurate source-receiver ranging. | 09-30-2010 |
20120291556 | Long Baseline Navigation System - An acoustic navigation system includes a vessel and an interrogation unit towed behind the vessel below the surface of the water, a tail acoustic transponder trailing behind the interrogation unit, and a pair of surface acoustic transponders towed behind the vessel on the surface of the body of water. The interrogation unit generates an acoustic interrogation signal and receives responses from each of the tail acoustic transponder and the surface acoustic transponders from which it triangulates its position. The surface acoustic transponders may further include GPS receivers for receiving positioning information from GPS satellites. Additional acoustic transponders on instruments located on the floor of the body of water respond to the interrogation signal to allow triangulation of the location of the instruments. | 11-22-2012 |
Kristen Key, Simpsonville, SC US
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20120063063 | PROCESS FOR SOLID ELECTROLYTIC CAPACITORS USING POLYMER SLURRIES - A process for forming a solid electrolytic capacitor and an electrolytic capacitor formed by the process. The process includes: providing an anode wherein the anode comprises a porous body and an anode wire extending from the porous body; apply a thin polymer layer onto the dielectric, and | 03-15-2012 |
Lyndon Key, Hollywood, SC US
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20080227846 | METHODS OF TREATING JUVENILE TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS - The present disclosure describes methods for treating or preventing Type 1 diabetes mellitus in juveniles, particularly in juveniles newly diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. This prevention or treatment of Type 1 diabetes is achieved by administering one or more therapeutic agents to a juvenile in need, wherein the therapeutic agent is, for example, a competitive inhibitor of mevalonate synthesis, a competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, or an inducer of AMP protein kinase (AMPK) activity. In certain embodiments, juveniles with Type 1 diabetes are treated with an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor such as a statin, thereby decreasing the destruction of islet cells, or maintaining endogenous insulin production, in the juvenile. | 09-18-2008 |
20080275104 | METHODS OF TREATING JUVENILE TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS - The present disclosure describes methods for treating Type 1 diabetes mellitus in juveniles. This treatment of Type 1 diabetes is achieved by administering one or more therapeutic agents to a juvenile in need, wherein the therapeutic agent is, for example, a competitive inhibitor of mevalonate synthesis, a competitive inhibitor of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A (HMG-CoA) reductase, or an inducer of AMP protein kinase (AMPK) activity. In certain embodiments, juveniles with Type 1 diabetes are treated with an HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor such as a statin. | 11-06-2008 |
Marc Key, Ojai, CA US
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20080241876 | Information notification sample processing system and methods of biological slide processing - A sample processing system that may be automated and methods are disclosed where samples are arranged on a carrier element and a process operation control system automatically processes the samples perhaps robotically with an operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information monitor or a data capture element. Significant process details as well as operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information may be monitored and an automatic notice element may cause notification of a person at some display that may be remote. Various people may be notified, such as an administrator, a supplier, or a manufacturer of an opportunity for some action such as reagent reordering or the like. A simulated motion display may be included to “watch” simulated operation in real time or long after completion of the actual processing. | 10-02-2008 |
20100081167 | Method and System for Pretreatment of Tissue Slides - The present invention concerns a method and an apparatus for automatic staining of at least one tissue sample accommodated on a slide by applying reagents. The system may include at least one slide provided in a slide rack, a fluid containment element, a slide holder, a vertical slide positioner to pivot the slides to a vertical position, and a slide immerser element to immerse the vertical slide into a fluid containment element or even a dip tank. By pivoting the slides from a horizontal to a vertical position, an automated method and apparatus for carrying out a pretreatment in an automated staining apparatus may be provided. The pivoting of slides may ensure an appropriate orientation of the slides for both the pretreatment and the staining processes. | 04-01-2010 |
20110167930 | INFORMATION NOTIFICATION SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system that may be automated and methods are disclosed where samples are arranged on a carrier element and a process operation control system automatically processes the samples perhaps robotically with an operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information monitor or a data capture element. Significant process details as well as operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information may be monitored and an automatic notice element may cause notification of a person at some display that may be remote. Various people may be notified, such as an administrator, a supplier, or a manufacturer of an opportunity for some action such as reagent reordering or the like. A simulated motion display may be included to “watch” simulated operation in real time or long after completion of the actual processing. | 07-14-2011 |
20110269238 | ENHANCED SCHEDULING SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system | 11-03-2011 |
20120310422 | APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATED PROCESSING BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES - The present invention concerns an apparatus for automatic processing at least one biological sample accommodated on a carrier member, such as a slide by applying a predetermined amount of reagents in a predetermined sequence according to a processing protocol, said apparatus comprising; a housing frame; at least one processing section for accommodating at least one slide, the at least one processing section is provided within the housing; a hood cover protecting the at least one processing section in said housing; wherein the hood cover completely encloses the processing section defining an interior space; and wherein the apparatus further comprises climate control device provided to control the environment within the interior space. | 12-06-2012 |
20130029409 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATIC STAINING OF TISSUE SAMPLES - The present invention concerns an apparatus for staining tissue samples, said apparatus including a reagent section or reagent containers; at least one staining section or tissue samples, a robotic head or robotic element that may move reagent to a predetermined tissue sample, said robotic element being moveable above the reagent and the staining sections, a control element that may manage a staining process, a 2-D optical sensor to detect two-dimensional image data of a relevant property and that can feed the captured image data to the control element. By providing the robotic element with a 2-D optical sensor, a common image processor may be provided having multiple functions. By using a 2-D optical image processing system, the control system of the apparatus may easily be adapted to read various types of data presentations, just as actual images for sections of the apparatus may be identified in order to assess the condition of the apparatus. The optical sensor may be used to automatically identify the slides and the reagent containers present in the apparatus, just as the optical sensor may be used for checking if a slide is misplaced at or absent from a slide position, etc. | 01-31-2013 |
20130084567 | Systems and Methods of Sample Processing and Temperature Control - Systems and methods of sample processing and temperature control are disclosed. The invention may especially relate to temperature control, and may in some embodiments be methods of temperature control of an automated sample processing system and methods of automated sample processing. Specifically, the present invention provides temperature control in relation to sample processing systems and methods of processing samples, and in some embodiments provides temperature control in relation to sample carriers and processing materials such as reagents. Corresponding systems and devices are disclosed, including sample processing systems ( | 04-04-2013 |
20130203103 | INFORMATION NOTIFICATION SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system that may be automated and methods are disclosed where samples are arranged on a carrier element and a process operation control system automatically processes the samples perhaps robotically with an operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information monitor or a data capture element. Significant process details as well as operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information may be monitored and an automatic notice element may cause notification of a person at some display that may be remote. Various people may be notified, such as an administrator, a supplier, or a manufacturer of an opportunity for some action such as reagent reordering or the like. A simulated motion display may be included to “watch” simulated operation in real time or long after completion of the actual processing. | 08-08-2013 |
20130217108 | ENHANCED SCHEDULING SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system | 08-22-2013 |
20130330252 | Apparatus For Automated Processing Biological Samples - The present invention concerns an apparatus for automatic processing at least one biological sample accommodated on a carrier member, such as a slide by applying a predetermined amount of reagents in a predetermined sequence according to a processing protocol, said apparatus comprising; a housing frame; at least one processing section for accommodating at least one slide, the at least one processing section is provided within the housing; a hood cover protecting the at least one processing section in said housing; wherein the hood cover completely encloses the processing section defining an interior space; and wherein the apparatus further comprises climate control device provided to control the environment within the interior space. | 12-12-2013 |
20140038232 | Enhanced Scheduling Sample Processing System and Methods of Biological Slide Processing - A sample processing system | 02-06-2014 |
20140186218 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATIC STAINING OF TISSUE SAMPLES - The present invention concerns an apparatus for staining tissue samples, said apparatus including a reagent section or reagent containers; at least one staining section or tissue samples, a robotic head or robotic element that may move reagent to a predetermined tissue sample, said robotic element being moveable above the reagent and the staining sections, a control element that may manage a staining process, a 2-D optical sensor to detect two-dimensional image data of a relevant property and that can feed the captured image data to the control element. By providing the robotic element with a 2-D optical sensor, a common image processor may be provided having multiple functions. By using a 2-D optical image processing system, the control system of the apparatus may easily be adapted to read various types of data presentations, just as actual images for sections of the apparatus may be identified in order to assess the condition of the apparatus. The optical sensor may be used to automatically identify the slides and the reagent containers present in the apparatus, just as the optical sensor may be used for checking if a slide is misplaced at or absent from a slide position, etc. | 07-03-2014 |
20140234170 | ENHANCED SCHEDULING SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system | 08-21-2014 |
20140286838 | APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATED PROCESSING BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES - The present invention concerns an apparatus for automatic processing at least one biological sample accommodated on a carrier member, such as slide by applying a predetermined amount of reagents in a predetermined sequence according to a processing protocol, said apparatus comprising; a housing frame; at least one processing section for accommodating at least one slide, the at least one processing section is provided within the housing; a hood cover protecting the at least one processing section in said housing; wherein the hood cover completely encloses the processing section defining an interior space; and wherein the apparatus further comprises climate control device provided to control the environment within the interior space. | 09-25-2014 |
20140356935 | INFORMATION NOTIFICATION SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system that may be automated and methods are disclosed where samples are arranged on a carrier element and a process operation control system automatically processes the samples perhaps robotically with an operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information monitor or a data capture element. Significant process details as well as operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information may be monitored and an automatic notice element may cause notification of a person at some display that may be remote. Various people may be notified, such as an administrator, a supplier, or a manufacturer of an opportunity for some action such as reagent reordering or the like. A simulated motion display may be included to “watch” simulated operation in real time or long after completion of the actual processing. | 12-04-2014 |
20160084862 | INFORMATION NOTIFICATION SAMPLE PROCESSING SYSTEM AND METHODS OF BIOLOGICAL SLIDE PROCESSING - A sample processing system that may be automated and methods are disclosed where samples are arranged on a carrier element and a process operation control system automatically processes the samples perhaps robotically with an operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information monitor or a data capture element. Significant process details as well as operationally-influential exteriorly-consequential information may be monitored and an automatic notice element may cause notification of a person at some display that may be remote. Various people may be notified, such as an administrator, a supplier, or a manufacturer of an opportunity for some action such as reagent reordering or the like. A simulated motion display may be included to “watch” simulated operation in real time or long after completion of the actual processing. | 03-24-2016 |
Marc E. Key, Ojai, CA US
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20100017030 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THE AUTOMATED PRE-TREATMENT AND PROCESSING OF BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES - Systems and methods in accordance with embodiments of the present invention allow for the automatic control and scheduling of a staining apparatus for biological samples on slides present within the apparatus. In some embodiments, the actions of a robot coupled to the staining apparatus, which performs some of the staining tasks on the individual slides in accordance with their respective protocols, may be prioritized and scheduled. In some embodiments, the scheduling may result in increasing or maximizing the throughput of slides. In some embodiments, robot scheduling ensures that the individual slides are processed substantially within the tolerances specified by their respective protocols. In some embodiments, the robot scheduler may respond to spontaneous user actions and adaptively schedule or re-schedule robot actions. | 01-21-2010 |
20100330592 | METHOD FOR DETECTING TRUNCATED MOLECULES - Exemplary disclosed embodiments may comprise, for example, providing a sample potentially comprising a native molecule and/or a truncated molecule. The native molecule comprises at least first and second regions recognized by first and second specific binding moieties, and the truncated molecule includes only one of the first and second regions. A composition comprising first and second specific binding moieties is applied to the sample in a manner effective to form first and second specific binding pairs with the first and second regions. For example, if the molecule is a protein, such as HER2, the protein may have a first epitope and a second epitope. Once a specific binding pair is formed, the pair must be visualized. Certain disclosed embodiments comprise a direct detection method whereby primary antibodies are coupled to signal generating moieties. Alternatively, signal amplification techniques can be used to visualize a specific binding pair. | 12-30-2010 |
20120179293 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR THE AUTOMATED PRE-TREATMENT AND PROCESSING OF BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES - Systems and methods in accordance with embodiments of the present invention allow for the automatic control and scheduling of a staining apparatus for biological samples on slides present within the apparatus. In some embodiments, the actions of a robot coupled to the staining apparatus, which performs some of the staining tasks on the individual slides in accordance with their respective protocols, may be prioritized and scheduled. In some embodiments, the scheduling may result in increasing or maximizing the throughput of slides. In some embodiments, robot scheduling ensures that the individual slides are processed substantially within the tolerances specified by their respective protocols. In some embodiments, the robot scheduler may respond to spontaneous user actions and adaptively schedule or re-schedule robot actions. | 07-12-2012 |
Marc E. Key, Ojal, CA US
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20120330564 | Method of Pre-Treatment and Staining of a Biological Sample and Device for Support of a Biological Sample and Methods of Using Such Device - There is disclosed a method of pre-treatment and staining, according to a protocol, of a biological sample disposed upon the surface of a carrier, the method comprising the step of recording at least one parameter relating to at least one protocol step in a non-volatile memory located either upon or within the carrier or a device incorporating the carrier. Also disclosed is a device comprising: a non-volatile memory; a surface of the device adapted to carry a biological sample; and communications means electrically coupled to the memory for enabling data transmission to or from an external apparatus. Also disclosed is a method of controlling processing of a biological sample disposed upon a carrier, comprising: providing, upon or within the carrier or an apparatus holding the carrier, a non-volatile memory having information relating to sample processing priority or protocol; reading the information; and scheduling the processing based upon the information. | 12-27-2012 |
Mark Key, North Agusta, SC US
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20130213751 | Cart Bag Safety Catch - A safety catch for a golf cart brake lever comprising: a means to attach the safety catch to a stationary object; an elastic strap, where the elastic strap includes a first end and a second end, and said means to attach extends from the first end; and a securing strap, where the securing strap includes a means to wrap the securing strap around a braking latch of a pull golf cart. In one particular embodiment, the means to attach may include a hook. In another exemplary embodiment, the means to wrap the securing strap may include hook and loop connectors at opposing ends of the securing strap. | 08-22-2013 |
Mark B. Key, Greenwood, IN US
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20130086937 | OIL CIRCULATION SYSTEM FOR A REFRIGERATION CHILLER - An oil circulation system for a refrigeration chiller including a pump coupled to an atomizing spray nozzle located near the compressor suction inlet spraying a fine mist of oily liquid from the evaporator to be aspirated by the compressor. | 04-11-2013 |
Matthew S. Key, Katy, TX US
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20150180714 | CONFIGURATION UPDATES ACROSS PEER STORAGE SYSTEMS - In at least one embodiment, in response to introduction of a first storage node into a storage network including a plurality of storage nodes, the first storage node discovers at least one second storage node that is a peer storage node. The first storage node downloads one or more versions of one or more shared soft configurations from the second peer storage node. In response to selection of a first version of a first shared soft configuration for activation, the first storage node subscribes to the first shared soft configuration and activates the first version of the selected shared soft configuration on the first storage node. Thereafter, in response to an update of the first shared soft configuration to a second version on the first storage node, the first storage node propagates the second version of the first shared soft configuration to the second storage node. | 06-25-2015 |
Michael W. Key, Lynchburg, VA US
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20130305826 | Angle Beam Ultrasonic Probe for Internal Hex Socket Bolts - A tool for inspecting the integrity of fasteners in their environment of use and methods of performing such inspections are disclosed and claimed. The tool includes a probe that matches the internal socket by which the fastener is coupled to the workpiece. The probe contains ultrasonic transducers on flat portions corresponding to flat portions of the socket. The transducers induce angled ultrasonic beams into the fastener to detect flaws therein. The beams are angled so they can be directed to the areas of interest at the head to shank region of the fastener. The presence of a defect such as a crack is determined based on the reply/echoes of the imparted ultrasonic beams. | 11-21-2013 |
Robert L. Key, Jonesboro, GA US
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20120181801 | Reinforcement device for door sockets - A door socket cover serves to substantially improve the reliability of the door socket assembly. A door socket cover is mounted on top of a door socket on the door frame. The cover is a single sheet of metal which wraps around the door frame to reinforce and stabilize the socket assembly. | 07-19-2012 |
Roger W. Key, Orlando, FL US
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20090029510 | MULTIPLE DOPING LEVEL BIPOLAR JUNCTIONS TRANSISTORS AND METHOD FOR FORMING - A process for forming bipolar junction transistors having a plurality of different collector doping densities on a semiconductor substrate and an integrated circuit comprising bipolar junction transistors having a plurality of different collector doping densities. A first group of the transistors are formed during formation of a triple well for use in providing triple well isolation for complementary metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistors also formed on the semiconductor substrate. Additional bipolar junction transistors with different collector doping densities are formed during a second doping step after forming a gate stack for the field effect transistors. Implant doping through bipolar transistor emitter windows forms bipolar transistors having different doping densities than the previously formed bipolar transistors. According to one embodiment of the present invention, bipolar junction transistors having six different collector dopant densities (and thus six different breakdown characteristics) are formed. | 01-29-2009 |
20100173459 | MULTIPLE DOPING LEVEL BIPOLAR JUNCTIONS TRANSISTORS AND METHOD FOR FORMING - A process for forming bipolar junction transistors having a plurality of different collector doping densities on a semiconductor substrate and an integrated circuit comprising bipolar junction transistors having a plurality of different collector doping densities. A first group of the transistors are formed during formation of a triple well for use in providing triple well isolation for complementary metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistors also formed on the semiconductor substrate. Additional bipolar junction transistors with different collector doping densities are formed during a second doping step after forming a gate stack for the field effect transistors. Implant doping through bipolar transistor emitter windows forms bipolar transistors having different doping densities than the previously formed bipolar transistors. According to one embodiment of the present invention, bipolar junction transistors having six different collector dopant densities (and thus six different breakdown characteristics) are formed. | 07-08-2010 |
20110133289 | MULTIPLE DOPING LEVEL BIPOLAR JUNCTIONS TRANSISTORS AND METHOD FOR FORMING - A process for forming bipolar junction transistors having a plurality of different collector doping densities on a semiconductor substrate and an integrated circuit comprising bipolar junction transistors having a plurality of different collector doping densities. A first group of the transistors are formed during formation of a triple well for use in providing triple well isolation for complementary metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistors also formed on the semiconductor substrate. Additional bipolar junction transistors with different collector doping densities are formed during a second doping step after forming a gate stack for the field effect transistors. Implant doping through bipolar transistor emitter windows forms bipolar transistors having different doping densities than the previously formed bipolar transistors. According to one embodiment of the present invention, bipolar junction transistors having six different collector dopant densities (and thus six different breakdown characteristics) are formed. | 06-09-2011 |
Ronald D. Key, Tulsa, OK US
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20100087696 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR C2 RECOVERY - An improved process for separating a hydrocarbon bearing feed gas containing methane and lighter, C | 04-08-2010 |
20110118524 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR C2 RECOVERY - An improved process for separating a hydrocarbon bearing feed gas containing methane and lighter, C | 05-19-2011 |
Ronald D. Key, Broken Arrow, OK US
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20140013796 | METHODS FOR SEPARATING HYDROCARBON GASES - A process for separating a hydrocarbon gas into a fraction containing a predominant portion of the methane or ethane and lighter components and a fraction containing a predominant portion of the C2 or C3 and heavier components in which the feed gas is treated in one or more heat exchange and expansion steps; partly condensed feed gas is directed into a separator wherein a first residue vapor is separated from a C2 or C3-containing liquid; and C2 or C3-containing liquids at substantially the pressure of separation are directed into a distillation column wherein the liquid is separated into a second residue to recover a C2 or C3-containing product. A portion of the vapor and/or a portion of the liquid from the first hydrocarbon vapor/liquid separation is further cooled and introduced into a fractionation column to increase the C2 or C3 and heavier hydrocarbons recovery from the natural gas stream. | 01-16-2014 |
20140182331 | INTEGRATED PROCESS FOR NGL (NATURAL GAS LIQUIDS RECOVERY) AND LNG (LIQUEFACTION OF NATURAL GAS) - The invention relates to an integrated process and apparatus for liquefaction of natural gas and recovery of natural gas liquids. In particular, the improved process and apparatus reduces the energy consumption of a Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) unit by using a portion of the already cooled overhead vapor from a fractionation column from an NGL (natural gas liquefaction) unit to, depending upon composition, provide, for example, reflux for fractionation in the NGL unit and/or a cold feed for the LNG unit, or by cooling, within the NGL unit, a residue gas originating from a fractionation column of the NGL unit and using the resultant cooled residue gas to, depending upon composition, provide, for example, reflux/feed for fractionation in the NGL and/or a cold feed for the LNG unit, thereby reducing the energy consumption of the LNG unit and rendering the process more energy-efficient. | 07-03-2014 |
Ronald Dean Key, Broken Arrow, OK US
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20120018126 | PROCESS AND APPARATUS FOR SYNTHESIS GAS HEAT EXCHANGE SYSTEM - The invention provides an improved process and apparatus for integrating the heat transfer zones of spiral-wound, plate fin, tube and finned tube exchangers thus increasing the overall effectiveness of the process. | 01-26-2012 |
Sarah Key, Buford, GA US
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20150129608 | SINGLE SEAM HANDHELD CONFECTIONARY DISPENSER - A handheld confectionary dispenser includes a flexible hollow pouch. The pouch presents an interior chamber and is configured to contain confectionary within the chamber. The chamber has a cross-sectional transverse dimension that is larger at a reservoir end than at a dispensing end. The pouch is configured to be grasped between the ends by a hand of the user so that confectionary is forced through the dispensing end when the pouch is squeezed. The pouch is formed of a unitary pouch blank that presents integral pouch sections. The pouch blank is folded to define a fold line between the pouch sections, with the pouch sections being superimposed onto one another. The pouch sections are sealingly connected along a side margin opposite the fold line. | 05-14-2015 |
20150129609 | HANDHELD CONFECTIONARY DISPENSER - A handheld confectionary dispenser includes a flexible pouch that presents an interior chamber and is configured to contain confectionary within the chamber. The pouch defines a reservoir portion, a dispensing portion, and a funnel portion located between the reservoir and dispensing portions. The funnel portion is configured to be grasped within a hand of the user to force confectionary through the dispensing portion when the funnel portion is squeezed. The pouch defines a transition along which the cross-sectional area of the chamber abruptly decreases, with the transition being defined at or adjacent the junction between the reservoir and funnel portions to facilitate bending of the pouch at the transition. | 05-14-2015 |
20150129610 | FITMENT COUPLER WITH CAP - A fitment assembly is operable to dispense confectionary from a container and to operably support a decorating nozzle through which the dispensed confectionary is discharged. The fitment assembly includes a fitment body and a coupler. The coupler includes a coupler ring presenting a ring opening, with the fitment body extending into the ring opening. The coupler further includes a coupler cap covering the fitment opening and removably attached to the coupler ring along a line of weakness. The coupler cap is separable from the coupler ring along the line of weakness to expose the fitment opening. | 05-14-2015 |
Scott Austin Key, Houston, TX US
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20140360120 | Multi-Purpose Transport And Flooring Structures, And Associated Methods Of Manufacture - A pallet cap for covering and connecting with at least one existing pallet includes a reinforced platform having a flat top surface and a bottom surface opposite the top surface. Four vertical, peripheral edges connect the top and bottom surfaces. Three or more of the edges form at least one edge extension continuing outward from the reinforced platform, and at least one edge notch proximate the edge extension and recessed from the edge extension. At least one notched corner is formed by distal edge extensions of edges meeting perpendicular to one another. A plurality of retaining walls extend downward from the bottom surface of the platform and define the edge notches, proximate a junction of the platform and the edge extensions, for securing the pallet cap over a shipping pallet. Multiple caps may be connected to form an expandable raised flooring system or other structures. | 12-11-2014 |
20160090209 | Multi-Purpose Transport And Flooring Structures, And Associated Methods Of Manufacture - A monolithic interlocking tile, manufacturing method, and covering are disclosed. A closed-cell foam material is injected into a mold to form a monolithic structure having a first surface, a second surface offset and opposite the first surface, the first surface including a first lip located at two adjacent sides of the structure with a plurality of shaped protrusions, and the second surface including a second lip located at two other adjacent sides of the structure and forming a plurality of shaped apertures matching in number and shape with the plurality of protrusions; and a recess formed in the second lip and forming a hole for receiving a fastener to secure the monolithic structure to a supporting structure. Multiple monolithic interlocking tiles are interlocked together to form the covering for a floor, wall, ceiling, or roof. | 03-31-2016 |
Shawn R. Key, Gainesville, VA US
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20150317325 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTION OF ILLICIT FILES IN COMPUTER NETWORKS - In some embodiments, a method includes generating a hash value or a hash string of a suspected illicit file stored in a communication device in a computer network. The method includes comparing the hashed value of the suspected illicit file to hash values of known illicit files stored in a database. The method includes determining if the hash value of the suspected illicit file has a match with a hash value of a known illicit file stored in the database. The match can be, for example, an exact match with a known illicit file, an approximate match with a known illicit file or a match with a set of known hash values that can be generated by implementing a set of pre-determined rules. The method also includes generating an alert signal and an alert or forensic report associated with the match, if a successful match with a known illicit file or a pre-determined rule occurs. The method further includes sending the alert signal and the alert or forensic report associated with the match a law enforcement agency device. | 11-05-2015 |
Simon J. Key, Red Bank, NJ US
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20130212824 | Golf Equipment Cleaning Device and Method of Use - A cleaning device for golf equipment that is attachable to a wheel is disclosed. The device generally comprises a cleaning support surface for attachment of one or more cleaning accessories. The cleaning support surface is formed in a substantially bowl shape, having a front surface and an opening in place of a rear surface. A perimeter edge is formed along the bottom edge of the cleaning support surface. The perimeter edge includes one or more attachment members for attaching the device to a wheel, such as a golf cart wheel or the like. | 08-22-2013 |
Stephen Key, Modesto, CA US
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20120125526 | HIGH-SPEED EXPANDED CONTENT LABELS - The present application is directed to methods for applying multiple labels to an object. An exemplary method comprises affixing an inner label to the object, then affixing an outer label over the inner label. One or more edges of the outer label may be coupled to the inner label using a releasable or a resealable adhesive such that the outer label may be decoupled from the inner label. | 05-24-2012 |
Stephen M. Key, Modesto, CA US
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20130025175 | Rotating Label Reminder System For A Container - The present application is directed to label reminder systems for a container and methods thereof. A base label may be adhered to the container, and reminder information displayed on the base label. A rotatable top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may have at least two transparent windows allowing a specific segment of the reminder information to be displayed through the transparent windows. | 01-31-2013 |
20130025529 | Illustrative Label Measurement System For A Container - The present application is directed to illustrative label measurement systems for a container and methods thereof. A base label may be adhered to the container, and measurement information displayed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may be rotatable about the base label to a specific unit of measurement. The top label may have a transparent window allowing measurement information for the specific unit of measurement to be visible through the transparent window and a second transparent window allowing a gradient line associated with the specific unit of measurement to be visible through the second transparent window. | 01-31-2013 |
20130026056 | COMPLIANCE AID LABELING FOR MEDICATION CONTAINERS - The present application is directed to patient compliance aids for a medicine container. A base label may be adhered to the medication container, and one or more indicia disposed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. | 01-31-2013 |
20130026747 | PROGRESS TRACKING AID LABELING FOR MEDICATION CONTAINERS - The present application is directed to progress tracking aids for a medicine container. A base label may be adhered to the medication container, and a plurality of data fields disposed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. | 01-31-2013 |
20130033031 | Rotating Label Warning System For A Container - The present application is directed to systems and methods for delivering warnings and instructions for a container. A base label may be adhered to the container, and at least a first, a second, and a third visual representation of a warning or instruction is displayed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may be rotatable about the base label. The top label may have a transparent window allowing at least one of the first, second, or third visual representations to be visible through the transparent window. | 02-07-2013 |
20130036634 | Interactive Rotating Label And Closure Coordination System - The present application is directed to systems and methods for an interactive label and closure for a container. Information may be printed on an interior portion of the closure and a base label. A portion of the base label may be visible through a transparent window in a top label having. Rotation of the top label may cause the transparent window to display label information of varying relevance to the closure information. | 02-14-2013 |
20130036641 | Rotating Label Advertising Media Presentation System - The present application is directed to systems and methods for a rotating advertising label for a container. One or more advertisements may be displayed on a base label. A portion of the base label may be visible through a transparent window in an opaque rotating top label. Rotation of the top label may cause the transparent window to display any combination or the advertisements. | 02-14-2013 |
20130037619 | MACHINE READABLE INFORMATION INTERFACE FOR A CONTAINER - The present application is directed to systems and methods for delivering information for a container. A base label may be adhered to the container, and at least a first, a second, and a third indicia displayed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may be rotatable about the base label. The top label may have a transparent window allowing at least one of the first, second, or third indicia to be visible through the transparent window. | 02-14-2013 |
20130043157 | Medical Information Rotating Label System For A Container - The present application is directed to rotating label medical information systems for a container and methods thereof. A base label may be adhered to the container, and medical information displayed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may be rotatable about the base label. The top label may have multiple transparent windows allowing multiple items of medical information to be visible through the transparent windows when the top label is rotated about the base label. | 02-21-2013 |
20130062239 | LABEL MEASUREMENT SYSTEM FOR A CONTAINER - The present application is directed to label measurement systems for a container and methods thereof. A base label may be adhered to the container, and measurement information displayed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may be rotatable about the base label to a specific unit of measurement. The top label may have a transparent window allowing measurement information for the specific unit of measurement to be visible through the transparent window. | 03-14-2013 |
20130129971 | Rotating Label Support System for a Container - The present application is directed to rotating label support systems for a container and methods thereof. A base label may be adhered to the container. A rotating top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The support system may comprise one or more support members that restrict linear movement of the top label while allowing rotational movement of the top label. | 05-23-2013 |
20140076766 | ROTATING SHRINK LABEL WITH INCLUDED DOSING DEVICE - The present application is directed to rotating shrink label systems for a container for a medication. A base label may be adhered to the container. The base label may have a front surface, with a plurality of sets of measurement information in numerical form and graphical form printed on the front surface. A rotating top label constructed from a material that shrinks when exposed to an energy source may cover at least a portion of base label. The top label may have first and second transparent windows displaying at least one of the sets of measurement information. | 03-20-2014 |
20140210198 | Rotating Shrink Label With Stationary Shrink Base Label - The present application is directed to dual rotating shrink label systems for a container with non-parallel. A base label may be shrunk to non-rotatably conform to the non-parallel sides of the container. A rotating top label may be shrunk to conform over the base label. The rotating top label may have one or more transparent windows displaying printed information on the base label. | 07-31-2014 |
Stephen Marcus Key, Glenbrook, NV US
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20140339120 | Container with Rotating Shrink Label Locking Features and Promotional Label System - The present application is directed to container and shrink label systems. The container may comprise multiple label locking features that hold a shrink label in place on a conically-shaped container. The system may further comprise an interactive promotional label system comprising multiple promotional elements that may be linked to complete a promotional event. | 11-20-2014 |
20140353196 | Label Measurement System for a Container - The present application is directed to a rotating shrink label measurement systems for a container and methods thereof. A base label may be adhered to the container, and measurement information displayed on the base label. A top label may cover at least a portion of the base label. The top label may be rotatable about the base label to a specific unit of measurement. The top label may have a transparent window allowing measurement information for the specific unit of measurement to be visible through the transparent window. The container and top label may be enclosed by a tamper evident sleeve. | 12-04-2014 |
Timothy Duane Key, New York, NY US
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20130318731 | Flushable Hygienic Wipe System - A flushable hygienic wipe system is used to provide users with an indirect means to hold soft flushable wipes that improve the personal hygiene of a user's rectal and genital areas after using the bathroom. The system additionally provides users with a convenient disposal method by allowing users to safely discard the apparatus into a toilet bowl after use. The present invention comprises a most cleansing pad, a flushable applicator, and a dry cleansing pad. The flushable applicator additionally comprises a handle, a moist cleansing pad mount, and a dry cleansing pad mount. The handle additionally comprises a first section and a second section. The flushable applicator and the moist cleansing pad mount are able to retain their shape while the moist cleansing pad is attached through the use of a water insoluble polymer coating that inhibit moisture from degrading the hydro soluble cellulose mixture of the components. | 12-05-2013 |
20130326802 | Portable Personal cleansing system - A portable personal cleansing system is used to provide a user with a discrete apparatus for washing and cleansing their private areas after using the toilet. The present invention is constructed of both disposable and reusable components, wherein the disposable components can be safely discarded within a toilet bowl after use. The apparatus comprises a detachable handle, a plunger plate, a cylinder body, a hydro soluble nozzle, and a refill device. The plunger plate comprises a handle mount and a plurality of channel mounts. The hydro soluble nozzle comprises an exterior wall, a cylinder mount, and a fluid channel. The cylinder body comprises a lateral wall, several mechanisms, a fluid opening, and a fluid chamber. The plunger plate actuates the various mechanisms and causes the solution to be expelled through the nozzle. The nozzle maintains its rigidity during use but is quickly dissolved when ejected and immersed in water. | 12-12-2013 |
Timothy J. Key, Rochester, NY US
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20090202931 | CHARGE CONTROL AGENTS FOR TONER COMPOSITIONS - The present disclosure provides polymer-ionic complexes useful as charge control agents. Such charge control agents may be utilized with toner particles to impart excellent triboelectric charging characteristics to the toner. | 08-13-2009 |
Timothy John Key, Onsted, MI US
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20090286662 | ONE-TOUCH ADAPTER WITH CODE PINS FOR USE IN AUTOMATED HANDLING EQUIPMENT - An adapter assembly ( | 11-19-2009 |
20130298421 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY DRYING WET FLOORS - An apparatus for automatically drying wet floors includes a controller, a moisture detector that is operable to detect the presence of moisture at a first location and transmit a moisture detection signal to the controller in response to detecting the presence of moisture at the first location, and a blower. The blower is operative to turn on and off for drying the wet floors by directing moving air toward the first location in response to an operating signal from the controller. The controller outputs the operating signal to the blower based on the moisture detection signal. | 11-14-2013 |
20130334379 | APPARATUS FOR SUPPORTING A WORKPIECE - An apparatus for supporting a workpiece includes a master template, a locking assembly and a plurality of substantially planar gauge slice templates. The master template that includes a plurality of positioning features. The locking assembly is connected to the master template and is movable with respect to the master template between a locked position and an unlocked position. The gauge slice templates are each associated with a workpiece engaging structure that is engageable with the workpiece for supporting the workpiece. Each gauge slice template releasably engages at least one positioning feature of the master template. Each gauge slice template engages the locking assembly, wherein the gauge slice templates are not moveable with respect to the master template when the locking assembly is in the locked position, and the gauge slice templates are moveable with respect to the master template when the locking assembly is in the unlocked position. | 12-19-2013 |
20140317954 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY DRYING WET FLOORS - An apparatus for automatically drying wet floors includes a floor mat; a controller; a detector mat that is positioned adjacent to the floor mat, the detector mat having at least one moisture sensing element that is operable to detect moisture and transmit a moisture detection signal to the controller in response to detecting the presence of moisture at the first location, and a floor dryer that is operative to turn on and off for drying the floor mat by directing moving air toward the floor mat in response to an operating signal from the controller, wherein the controller outputs the operating signal to the blower based on the moisture detection signal. | 10-30-2014 |
Tony Key, Canton, GA US
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20120060998 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SEALING THE TRAILING EDGE OF A PRINTED ARTICLE - A kicker wheel for folding and sealing the trailing edge of a folded article with sealing tabs. The kicker wheel can include a thin product support rail to support the article during activation of an air nozzle. The kicker wheel can also include a profiled tab swipe to fold and seal one or more tabs on the trailing edge of the article. The kicker wheel can be substantially cylindrical or can have an arcuate portion and a counterweight portion. One or more kicker wheels can be used in conjunction with an improved tabbing machine. The tabbing machine can include one or more air jets that along with the kicker wheel enable tabs to be applied to multiple sides of the article without turning or flipping the article. | 03-15-2012 |
Tony E. Key, Laporte, IN US
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20090246026 | Reinforced Impeller and Method - An impeller is provided having a first plate, a second plate, a plurality of blades being positioned between and connected to the first and second plates, and at least one brace member having first and second planes positioned between and connected to two blades such that the brace extends generally perpendicular from the first blade and extends from the second blade at an angle. | 10-01-2009 |
Travis C. Key, Jasper, GA US
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20140128040 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A REMOTE SERVICES SYSTEM - An exemplary embodiment includes a system and method for delivering remote servicing on a computer system. The computer system includes a tangible storage medium readable by the instruction processing system and storing instructions for execution by the instruction processing system. The method comprises receiving a phone call from a customer and receiving a digital image of a device being serviced by a service representative. The method further includes displaying the digital image of the device being serviced on a monitor to the service representative, and determining if a service tech needs to make a service visit. | 05-08-2014 |
Van Edward Key, Tobaccoville, NC US
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20160054345 | PIPETTING SYSTEM - The present invention provides a pipette assembly and a liquid handling element employing such a pipette assembly for filling containers. The pipette assembly comprises a biasing member that prevents the containers from being displaced vertically upon withdrawal of the pipette assembly from the containers. | 02-25-2016 |
William Key, Anthem, AZ US
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20150235164 | Role-Based Control of Incident Response in a Secure Collaborative Environment - Various systems and method for incident response may benefit from role-based control. More particularly, role-based control of incident response may be of benefit in a secure collaborative environment. A method can include determining, by a computer for a computer-controlled workflow, whether filtering is activated. The method can also include determining, by the computer when filtering is activated, whether a threshold severity level is met by the workflow or whether a critical data type is implemented in the workflow. The method can further include alerting, by the computer, an attorney about the workflow when the threshold is met or the critical data type is implemented. | 08-20-2015 |
William B. Key, Matthews, NC US
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20110024469 | MULTI-PURPOSE HITCH AND CARRIER ASSEMBLY FOR A GOLF CART OR THE LIKE - In one exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides a multi-purpose hitch and carrier assembly for a golf cart or the like including a top plate assembly adapted to be carried on a golf cart or the like. An extension arm is engaged to the top plate assembly for selectively securing an upright safety grab bar. At least one retention plate is configured to be selectively secured to the upright safety grab bar. A brace plate has at least two flanges that are engaged to the at least one retention plate by a retention means, and an engagement portion selectively coupled to the brace plate and configured to be selectively secured to a wheeled and handled utility trailer or the like. | 02-03-2011 |