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Thomas H. Adams, St. Louis, MO US
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20110061128 | IN PLANTA RNAi CONTROL OF FUNGI - The present invention relates to control of fungal and oomycete plant pathogens by inhibiting one or more biological functions. The invention provides methods and compositions for such control. By feeding one or more recombinant double stranded RNA molecules provided by the invention to the pathogen, a reduction in disease may be obtained through suppression of gene expression. The invention is also directed to methods for making transgenic plants that express the double stranded RNA molecules, and to particular combinations of transgenic agents for use in protecting plants from pathogen infection. | 03-10-2011 |
Thomas H. Alphin, Kirkland, WA US
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20090159342 | INCORPORATED HANDWRITING INPUT EXPERIENCE FOR TEXTBOXES - Textboxes are provided to support both standard textbox operations and handwriting input. A textbox may be displayed as a standard textbox, receive input from a keyboard, a pointing device (e.g., a mouse), and/or a handheld writing device (e.g., an electronic pen or stylus), and interpret the input to perform standard textbox operations. Based on various user actions, the textbox is displayed as an enlarged textbox that provides a writing surface for receiving input from the handheld writing device that is interpreted as handwriting input. Text is recognized from the handwriting input, and the text from the enlarged textbox is synchronized with the textbox. | 06-25-2009 |
20090231285 | INTERPRETING AMBIGUOUS INPUTS ON A TOUCH-SCREEN - A method for interpreting ambiguous click events in relation to click targets on a touch-screen display disposed at respective click target locations includes detecting a touch at a touch location and determining whether the touch location corresponds to a click target location. The method also includes searching for nearby click target locations in a predetermined click region and, upon locating a first click target location within the predetermined click region, associating the touch with the first click target location to identify a click event. A computing device for facilitating accurate touch input targeting with respect to a touch-screen display includes a display component, a touch detection component, a targeting component that associates a touch with a click target, and an event detection component that associates the touch with one of a right click event, a left click event, or a drag event. | 09-17-2009 |
20100073160 | ALERTING USERS USING A MULTIPLE STATE STATUS ICON - A user alert system is described that provides multiple dimensions of information to a user through a status icon. Initially the status icon displays a neutral state that informs the user that the user alert system is running, but there are currently no relevant alerts for the user to view. When the user alert system receives a lower priority alert, the system determines if the number of lower priority alerts received exceeds a threshold. If the number of lower priority alerts exceeds the threshold, then the user alert system modifies the status icon to display a low alert state. When the user alert system receives a higher priority alert, the system modifies the status icon to display a high alert state. Thus, the user alert system displays both the existence of alerts and the priority of the alerts to the user at the same time. | 03-25-2010 |
20120274592 | INTERPRETING AMBIGUOUS INPUTS ON A TOUCH-SCREEN - Methods are provided for interpreting a touch in relation to touch targets displayed on a touch-screen display, the touch targets associated with an application. A touch is detected at a first touch-screen location. The application is queried to determined a first touch target located within a predetermined touch region of the first touch-screen location. The application is then queries to determine whether a second touch target is located within the predetermined touch region. The touch is them disambiguated to determine whether the touch was intended for the first touch target or the second touch target. | 11-01-2012 |
Thomas H. Bieniosek, Litchfield, OH US
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20080196548 | Desulfurization puck - A method and composition for removing sulfur from molten ferrous material, particularly molten iron. The desulfurization agent includes one or more pucks or briquettes of deoxidizing and/or desulfurization agent. The pucks or briquettes of deoxidizing and/or desulfurization agent include at least one deoxidizing metal and at least one ferrous metal. | 08-21-2008 |
20100162853 | DESULFURIZATION PUCK - A method and composition for removing sulfur from molten ferrous material, particularly molten iron. The desulfurization agent includes one or more pucks or briquettes of deoxidizing and/or desulfurization agent. The pucks or briquettes of deoxidizing and/or desulfurization agent include at least one deoxidizing metal and at least one ferrous metal. | 07-01-2010 |
Thomas H. Bilk, Gibraltar, MI US
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20110175253 | STRAND GUIDE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING A FLOW OF MOLTEN THERMOPLASTIC - A strand guide assembly, a guiding system, and a method of controlling a flow of molten thermoplastic to form first and second strands moving from an extruder to a finishing apparatus is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of extruding molten thermoplastic to form the strands, routing the strands from the extruder to the finishing apparatus, and cooling the strands. The method comprises the steps of guiding the first strand across one shaped step when guide segments are in a single-step configuration or guiding the first strand across an abutting pair of shaped steps when guide segments are in a dual-step configuration to separate the first and second strands and guiding the second strand across another one of the shaped steps when in the single-step configuration or guiding the second strand across another abutting pair of shaped steps when in the dual-step configuration to separate the first and second strands. | 07-21-2011 |
Thomas H. Bootes, Tucson, AZ US
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20110239888 | REACTIVE SHAPED CHARGE, REACTIVE LINER, AND METHOD FOR TARGET PENETRATION USING A REACTIVE SHAPED CHARGE - Embodiments of a reactive shaped charge, a reactive liner, and a method for penetrating a target are generally described herein. The reactive shaped charge comprises a reactive liner having a matrix of reactive metal particles in a hydrocarbon fuel, a high explosive, and an inner barrier separating the reactive liner from the high explosive. The hydrocarbon fuel fills the interstitial spacing between the reactive metal particles, and the matrix is tightly packed or compresses to exhibit a solid like property. | 10-06-2011 |
20120024180 | REACTIVE SHAPED CHARGE, REACTIVE LINER, AND METHOD FOR TARGET PENETRATION USING A REACTIVE SHAPED CHARGE - Embodiments of a reactive shaped charge, a reactive liner, and a method for penetrating a target are generally described herein. The reactive shaped charge comprises a reactive liner having a matrix of reactive metal particles in a hydrocarbon fuel, a high explosive, and an inner barrier separating the reactive liner from the high explosive. The hydrocarbon fuel fills the interstitial spacing between the reactive metal particles, and the matrix is tightly packed or compresses to exhibit a solid like property. | 02-02-2012 |
Thomas H. Carlson, Jr., Vancouver, WA US
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20090115598 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR STIMULATING SCHEDULED USE OF A CONSUMABLE SUBSTANCE - A device for stimulating scheduled use of a consumable substance. The device includes a sensor and an indicator, the indicator having a state which is dependent upon time elapsed since occurrence of a consumption event detected by the sensor. | 05-07-2009 |
Thomas H. Cauley, Iii, Berkeley, CA US
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20100125235 | Blood Treatment Apparatus Having Branched Flow Distribution - Blood treatment apparatus comprise an enclosure having one or more blood treatment modules, typically, hollow fiber bundles, therein. A blood flow inlet distribution network divides an inlet blood flow into a series of successive individual blood flow stages in order to increase uniformity of the distribution of the blood flow into the hollow fiber bundles. The inlet blood flow may be divided in two, three, four, or more stages, providing a large number of end stage flow channels to feed blood into the hollow fiber bundle. | 05-20-2010 |
Thomas H. Chang, Redwood Shores, CA US
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20080222063 | Extensible mechanism for detecting duplicate search items - Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with identifying and selectively deleting duplicate search results are described. One example system embodiment includes logic to receive an identity indicator from a search logic. The identity indicator is associated with a search item that the search logic determines to be relevant to a search request. The example system may also include logic to determine whether the search result associated with the identity indicator is a duplicate result based on comparing the identity indicator to another identity indicator associated with another search result. | 09-11-2008 |
20090100039 | Extensible mechanism for grouping search results - Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with grouping automated search results are described. One embodiment includes a computer-readable medium storing computer-executable instructions operable to perform a method that includes identifying items to group. The method also includes selectively grouping a first item and a second item upon determining that a comparison of a metadata attributes indicates that the first item and the second item are to be treated as members of a group. | 04-16-2009 |
20100268711 | DOCUMENT SUMMARIZATION - Systems, methods, and other embodiments associated with automatically summarizing a document are described. One method embodiment includes computing term scores for members of a set of terms in a document to be summarized and computing sentence scores for sentences in a set of sentences in the document. The method embodiment also includes computing a set of entries for a term-sentence matrix that relates terms to sentences. The method embodiment also includes computing a dominant topic for the document and simultaneously ranking the set of terms and the set of sentences based on the dominant topic. The method embodiment provides a summarization item(s) selected from the set of terms and/or the set of sentences. | 10-21-2010 |
Thomas H. Chyba, Tijeras, NM US
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20090015829 | SPECTROGRAPH CALIBRATION USING KNOWN LIGHT SOURCE AND RAMAN SCATTERING - A method is provided for calibrating a spectrometer device used for Raman scattering analysis. A predetermined dispersion curve for a diffraction grating or spectrograph of the spectrometer device is modified based on spectrum data associated with detected dispersed light from a calibration light source to produce a modified dispersion curve. The wavelength of a Raman light source on a light detection device is determined. Calibration data for the spectrometer device is computed from the Raman line peak positions for the first chemical, the wavelength on the detection device of the Raman light source and the modified dispersion curve. | 01-15-2009 |
20090237648 | Dual Pulse Single Event Raman Spectroscopy - Systems and methods for performing Raman spectrometry wherein a Raman spectroscopy system is mounted on a vehicle for on the move contaminant analysis. The system is configured to interrogate a target with a laser at a predetermined pulse repetition frequency (PRF), wherein during each PRF cycle, defined as 1/PRF, the laser is dual pulsed at a first wavelength and at a second wavelength. Raman spectra are collected and used to identify the target by matching a Raman signature with a given collected Raman spectra. | 09-24-2009 |
20100191506 | Data Quality And Ancillary Data Checking For Raman Sensor - Systems and methods for operating, particularly in the field, a Raman spectroscopy device that includes a laser, a spectrograph, an intensified charge coupled device (ICCD), and an autofocus subsystem. Before spectral data acquisition commences a series of ancillary data checks is performed to monitor operating conditions of at least the laser, the ICCD, and the autofocus subsystem. Further, after each Raman spectrum acquisition, a series of data quality checks is performed to enhance confidence in the just collected data. Only spectral data that passes the data quality checks are further processed. However, all spectral data are stored in a log file. When the log file reaches a predetermined capacity, the log file is closed, and a new round of ancillary data checks is performed to again monitor the status of the Raman spectroscopy device. | 07-29-2010 |
20110063611 | QUANTUM EFFICIENCY ENHANCEMENT DEVICE FOR ARRAY DETECTORS - Systems and methods for increasing the quantum efficiency of a photocathode used in an intensified an intensified array detector with a photocathode, such as a charge-coupled device (ICCD) are presented. A quantum efficiency enhancement device is disposed in front of an ICCD and is configured to enable or facilitate an increase in the angle of incidence of incoming rays incident on the photocathode. The ICCD itself may be tilted to achieve an increased angle of incidence, and such tilting is preferably only in a direction in which pixel columns of the ICCD extend such that a plane of incidence of incoming light to the ICCD is perpendicular to a direction of wavelength dispersion. The quantum efficiency enhancement device may include re-imaging optics, an optical tilt compensator and optical coupler. | 03-17-2011 |
20120242974 | Method and Apparatus for Controlling Laser Transmissions for Enhanced Safety - According to a present invention embodiment, safety is enhanced for a non-eye-safe limited-range laser sensing system. The laser sensing system typically has an operating range limited to a well-defined spatial interval. A range measurement is utilized to control emissions of the non-eye-safe laser. In particular, when the range to a target is outside the designed spatial interval defining the operating range of the laser sensing system, transmission of the non-eye-safe laser beam is disabled or rendered non-hazardous. In other words, the transmission of the non-eye-safe laser beam is disabled in response to no detection of a hard target within the operating range of the laser sensing system, or when an object is detected between the laser sensing system and the spatial interval that defines the operating range. The target distance may be tracked to change the location (and possibly, width) of the adaptive spatial interval defining the operating range. | 09-27-2012 |
Thomas H. Daugherty, Jr., Lantana, TX US
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20100248667 | ENHANCED JAMMING DETECTION - Systems and methods are disclosed that include measuring power within at least one part of a wireless frequency band. These systems and methods also include calculating a variance, a mean, and a mean-to-variance ratio based upon the power measured in at least one part of the wireless frequency band using a processor. In addition, these systems and methods include comparing the mean, variance, and mean-to-variance ratio to known thresholds and determining if jamming is present within the at least one part of the wireless frequency band. | 09-30-2010 |
Thomas H. Dearmond, Jr., Hubbard, OR US
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20120079777 | Apparatus and method for stabilizing headstones - An apparatus and method for stabilizing a headstone. A substantially-rigid perforated member is provided having a headstone aperture formed therein. The perforated member includes at least one anchor extending away from the perforated member to be driven into the ground. At least one securing member is disposed at the headstone aperture of the perforated member to secure the stabilizing apparatus to the headstone. The method includes providing such a perforated member, removing existing sod from around the headstone, placing the perforated member over the headstone with the headstone extending through the headstone aperture so that the perforated member is next to the ground, adjusting a securing member so as to secure the stabilizing apparatus to the headstone, and placing sod on top of the perforated member. | 04-05-2012 |
Thomas H. Dozier, Ii, Livermore, CA US
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20100244873 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF TESTING SINGULATED DIES - An exemplary die carrier is disclosed. In some embodiments, the die carrier can hold a plurality of singulated dies while the dies are tested. The dies can be arranged on the carrier in a pattern that facilities testing the dies. The carrier can be configured to allow interchangeable interfaces to different testers to be attached to and detached from the carrier. The carrier can also be configured as a shipping container for the dies. | 09-30-2010 |
Thomas H. Faitg, Exton, PA US
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20090281336 | BENZOFURAN COMPOUNDS, COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT AND PROPHYLAXIS OF HEPATITIS C VIRAL INFECTIONS AND ASSOCIATED DISEASES - The present invention relates to novel benzofuran derivatives and analogs, as well as compositions containing the same and to the use thereof for the treatment or prophylaxis of viral infections and diseases associated therewith, particularly those viral infections and associated diseases caused by the hepatitis C virus. | 11-12-2009 |
Thomas H. Faitg, Collegeville, PA US
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20080242667 | Pyrimidinyl-Pyrazole Inhibitors of Aurora Kinases - The present invention provides a compound represented by Formula (I): | 10-02-2008 |
20080293706 | QUINOXALINE DERIVATIVES AS PI3 KINASE INHIBITORS - Invented is a method of inhibiting the activity/function of PI3 kinases using quinoxaline derivatives. Also invented is a method of treating one or more disease states selected from: autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, allergy, asthma, pancreatitis, multiorgan failure, kidney diseases, platelet aggregation, cancer, sperm motility, transplantation rejection, graft rejection and lung injuries by the administration of quinoxaline derivatives. | 11-27-2008 |
20100016318 | ANTHRANILAMIDE INHIBITORS OF AURORA KINASE - The present invention relates to a compound represented by the following formula: | 01-21-2010 |
20100113475 | PYRAZOLYLAMINOPYRIDINES AS INHIBITORS OF FAK - The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): | 05-06-2010 |
20100234386 | QUINOXALINE DERIVATIVES AS PI3 KINASE INHIBITORS - Invented is a method of inhibiting the activity/function of PI3 kinases using quinoxaline derivatives. Also invented is a method of treating one or more disease states selected from: autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, allergy, asthma, pancreatitis, multiorgan failure, kidney diseases, platelet aggregation, cancer, sperm motility, transplantation rejection, graft rejection and lung injuries by the administration of quinoxaline derivatives. | 09-16-2010 |
20100317663 | ANILINOPYRIDINES AS INHIBITORS OF FAK - The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): | 12-16-2010 |
20110207743 | PYRAZOLYLAMINOPYRIDINES AS INHIBITORS OF FAK - The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): | 08-25-2011 |
20140107131 | PYRAZOLYLAMINOPYRIDINES AS INHIBITORS OF FAK - The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): | 04-17-2014 |
20140155410 | PYRAZOLYLAMINOPYRIDINES AS INHIBITORS OF FAK - The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I): | 06-05-2014 |
Thomas H. Froling, Beverly Hills, MI US
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20090173305 | ACTIVE AIR VENT UTILIZING SMART MATERIAL ACTUATION - An active air intake adapted for selectively regulating fluid flow into an engine generally includes a housing defining an opening, a covering member disposed relative to the opening and translatable between opened and closed conditions, an actuator including an active material element operable to effect movement of the member, a load limit protector configured to present a secondary output path for the element, an overheat protection mechanism for preventing unintentional activation and stress loads in the element, a biasing mechanism for returning the member to the original condition, and a latching mechanism for retaining the member in the closed condition. | 07-09-2009 |
20140097638 | ACTIVE AERO DIFFUSER - A vehicle includes a vehicle body having a first body end configured to face oncoming ambient airflow when the vehicle is in motion relative to a road surface, and also having a second body end opposite of the first body end. The vehicle also includes an underbody portion configured to span a distance between the first and second body ends and define a space between the vehicle body and the road surface. The vehicle additionally includes an active diffuser assembly disposed at the second end and configured to control the airflow past the underbody portion through the space between the vehicle body and the road surface and out to the ambient. The active diffuser assembly includes a panel configured to selectively extend into and retract from the ambient airflow aft of the second end. The active diffuser assembly also includes a first device configured to extend the panel. | 04-10-2014 |
Thomas H. Glimp, Barrington, IL US
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20100250286 | QUANTIFICATION OF RESPONSES RECEIVED DURING MEDICAL TRIAGE - A method of determining a medical triage disposition for a person includes providing to a triage operator through a graphical user interface (GUI) of the computer: (i) a plurality of triage categories each including yes/no questions grouped into tiers that are ranked according to urgency and corresponding to a triage disposition; (ii) a selection of a relevant triage category based on a medical condition of the person; (iii) a quantification tool including follow-up questions related to symptoms, observations, and/or injury mechanisms, to enable the triage operator to quantify a level of severity of a symptom or injury related to yes/no questions of a subjective nature; wherein the triage operator determines a triage disposition for the person by providing triage to the person including: (i) asking, sequentially, the yes/no questions for the relevant triage category as displayed in the GUI; and (ii) asking follow-up questions from the quantification tool to determine whether a response to a yes/no question is properly considered “yes” or “no,” as stated in a response by the person. | 09-30-2010 |
20100293005 | GPS-ASSISTED REFERRAL OF INJURED OR AILING EMPLOYEE DURING MEDICAL TRIAGE - A method for directing an employee to a treatment center includes receiving with a computer an electronic communication from an employee of a client while the employee is traveling away from a normal location of work, the employee initiating the electronic communication with a GPS-enabled mobile device; determining the location of the employee based on a GPS location of the mobile device with a GPS-tracking system coupled with the computer; performing triage on the employee by a triage operator to determine a level of urgency of a medical condition of the employee, to thereby determine an appropriate disposition for the employee, wherein triage questions are provided to the triage operator by the computer based on a category related to the medical condition; and automatically determining, with the computer, a nearest treatment center to the location of the employee based on the GPS location of the mobile device, the nearest treatment center being adequate to address the level of urgency required by the determined disposition and a designated preferred provider of the client. | 11-18-2010 |
Thomas H. Gnech, Iii, Ammerbuch DE
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20110145346 | MANAGING REDUNDANCY IN ELECTRONIC MAIL MESSAGES - A computer implemented method and system is provided for managing emails within an email system or email box. At the creation of a new email at the email system, an identification of its content (CID) is calculated, the result of that calculation being stored in a header of that email to be forwarded together with the new email. It is checked at the email system when receiving an email to determine whether the email includes a CID identifying the content of that email. If this is not the case, then a CID of the content of the received email is calculated, the resulting CID being stored in the header of that email together with the email. A comparison between the received email and the already stored emails at the email system is performed by comparing the corresponding CID of the received email with the CID of the stored emails. The email system is reorganized by superseding duplicate emails having the same CID. | 06-16-2011 |
Thomas H. Gonser, Bellevue, WA US
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20080209313 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DOCUMENT TAGGING TEMPLATES - The present invention provides a system and method for tagging digital documents. A method for creating digitally tagged documents includes creating a data template for a digital document, assigning signature locations and data fields in the data template, and linking the template instructions with the digital document. A system for creating digitally tagged documents includes a processor; a display; and a memory containing stored programming instructions operable by the processor to create a data template for a digital document, assign signature locations and data fields in the data template, and link template instructions with the digital document. | 08-28-2008 |
20090024912 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTED ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS - Systems and methods for distributed electronic signature documents. A method for distributed electronic signature documents includes creating a signing template that contains information about how a signable document is to be signed. A signable document is created to be distributed to a signer for signing. The signable document is electronically transmitted to the signer. A message is sent using an activatable control in the signing document to a web signing server to invoke the signing process. A browser window is opened on a signer's computer in order to execute the signing process. | 01-22-2009 |
20130019156 | Method for Associating Third Party Content with Online Document Signing - Techniques for electronic signature process management are described. Some embodiments provide an electronic signature service (“ESS”) configured to associate third-party content with electronic signature documents by way of dynamic form fields. A dynamic form field is associated with a data store and an electronic signature document. The ESS may automatically populate the dynamic form field with data obtained from the associated data store. If a signer changes the data of the dynamic form field, the ESS may write back the changed data to the data store. | 01-17-2013 |
20130019289 | ONLINE SIGNATURE IDENTITY AND VERIFICATION IN COMMUNITY - Techniques for electronic signature process management are described. Some embodiments provide an electronic signature service (“ESS”) configured to manage electronic identity cards. In some embodiments, the ESS generates and manages an electronic identity card for a user, based on personal information of the user, activity information related to the user's actions with respect to the ESS, and/or social networking information related to the user. The electronic identity card of a signer may be associated with an electronic document signed via the ESS, so that users may obtain information about the signer of the document. Electronic identity cards managed by the ESS may also be shared or included in other contexts, such as via a user's profile page on a social network, a user's email signature, or the like. | 01-17-2013 |
20130159720 | MOBILE SOLUTION FOR SIGNING AND RETAINING THIRD-PARTY DOCUMENTS - Techniques for signer-initiated electronic document signing via an electronic signature service using a mobile or other client device are described. Example embodiments provide an electronic signature service (“ESS”) configured to facilitate the creation, storage, and management of documents and corresponding electronic signatures. In some embodiments, when a signer user receives an electronic signature document on a mobile device, the signer may use a client module executing on the mobile device to import the document into the ESS. Once the document is imported into the ESS, the signer can access, review, and sign the document at the ESS via the mobile device. After signing the document, the signer can use the mobile device to cause the ESS to provide the signed document to one or more recipients. | 06-20-2013 |
20130254111 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FORMULA CALCULATION AND PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION WITH ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES - Techniques for electronic signature processes are described. Some embodiments provide an electronic signature service (“ESS”) configured to facilitate the creation, storage, and management of electronic signature documents. The ESS may facilitate payment processing via an electronic signature document that includes or is associated with a payment form. When the signature document is presented to a user for signature, the payment form collects payment data (e.g., card type, account number, name) that is used by the ESS to process payment upon completion of the signing process. | 09-26-2013 |
20140304518 | MOBILE SOLUTION FOR SIGNING AND RETAINING THIRD-PARTY DOCUMENTS - Techniques for signer-initiated electronic document signing via an electronic signature service using a mobile or other client device are described. Example embodiments provide an electronic signature service (“ESS”) configured to facilitate the creation, storage, and management of documents and corresponding electronic signatures. In some embodiments, when a signer user receives an electronic signature document on a mobile device, the signer may use a client module executing on the mobile device to import the document into the ESS. Once the document is imported into the ESS, the signer can access, review, and sign the document at the ESS via the mobile device. After signing the document, the signer can use the mobile device to cause the ESS to provide the signed document to one or more recipients. | 10-09-2014 |
Thomas H. Gosner, Jr., Bellevue, WA US
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20090292786 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTED ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS - Systems and methods for providing a report describing the status of an electronic envelope. The electronic envelope includes a first electronic document to be distributed for electronic signature and an electronic signing template defining a set of at least one task that must be performed by an executor of the first electronic document to complete the electronic signature. The first electronic document is subject to a workflow including a plurality of events. The method includes receiving from a monitoring entity a selection of an identifier of an event of the plurality. The progress of the first electronic document through the workflow is monitored. That the at least one event has occurred with respect to the first electronic document is determined. In response to determining that the at least one event has occurred, the monitoring entity is notified of such. | 11-26-2009 |
20110276875 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DISTRIBUTED ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE DOCUMENTS INCLUDING VERSION CONTROL - Systems and methods for facilitating version control over an electronic document, the electronic document being subject to a distribution sequence among at least first and second reviewing parties over a network. The method includes receiving an instruction set from a source client. Based on the instruction set, at least one editable field populated with content is embedded in the electronic document. The progress of the electronic document through the distribution sequence is monitored over the network. The content of the editable field being edited by the first reviewing party is determined. In response to determining that the content has been edited by the first reviewing party, the edited electronic document is provided to the second reviewing party. The electronic document being electronically signed by the first and second reviewing parties is validated. The editable field is locked from further electronic editing. | 11-10-2011 |
Thomas H. Greer, Iii, Chapel Hill, NC US
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20090015340 | Phase Controlled Oscillator Circuit with Input Signal Coupler - An oscillating signal in an oscillator is caused to phase shift toward the phase of an input signal coupled to the oscillating signal. The resonant frequency of the oscillator is about equal to an integer multiple of the frequency of the input signal. The input signal may be generated in a pulse generator to have an input pulse duration less than or equal to that of the oscillating signal. The oscillator circuit may be used as a filter to filter pulse width variations or to filter jitter from a reference clock. The oscillator circuit may also serve as a buffer by amplifying the input signal. Phase interpolation can be obtained by coupling at least one input signal with at least one oscillating signal. | 01-15-2009 |
20100090732 | CLOCK AND DATA RECOVERY EMPLOYING PIECE-WISE ESTIMATION ON THE DERIVATIVE OF THE FREQUENCY - A system and method for performing clock data recovery. The system sets the phase of a recovered clock signal | 04-15-2010 |
20100102868 | Hardware and Method to Test Phase Linearity of Phase Synthesizer - A circuit to test phase linearity of a phase synthesizer, which synthesizes an output clock having a phase corresponding to a digital phase value input to the phase synthesizer. A digital counter provides the digital phase value to the phase synthesizer. The digital counter receives a counter clock synchronized with an input clock. The digital phase value is stepped by the digital counter, thereby shifting the frequency of the output clock. The output clock is analyzed with respect to phase linearity of the phase synthesizer to produce a phase linearity analysis output. | 04-29-2010 |
20110025385 | Power Supply Noise Rejection in PLL or DLL Circuits - A phase controller can be part of a phase-locked loop (PLL) or a delay-locked loop (DLL). The phase controller includes first and second regulators. The first regulator provides power supply noise rejection while the second regulator provides phase and frequency lock. | 02-03-2011 |
20130136220 | Clock and Data Recovery Employing Piece-Wise Estimation on the Derivative of the Frequency - A system and method for performing clock and data recovery. The system sets the phase of a recovered clock signal according to at least three estimates of the rate of change of an offset between the frequency of the data transmitter clock and the frequency of a receiver clock. | 05-30-2013 |
Thomas H. Hansen, Vaerloese DK
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20090116654 | ON-THE-FLY INTRODUCTION OF INTER-CHANNEL DELAY IN A PULSE-WIDTH-MODULATION AMPLIFIER - A multiple-channel audio processor ( | 05-07-2009 |
Thomas H. Hsu, Foster City, CA US
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20100063437 | Multifunctional surgical instrument - The invention provides a multi-tool instrument for use in surgical procedures. The tools can be rapidly deployed and retracted during a surgical procedure without requiring exchange of instruments, without compromising the integrity of the anatomical entry site, without obstructing the surgical field of view, and without harming the patient. | 03-11-2010 |
Thomas H. Jeys, Lexington, MA US
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20100053614 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTING AND DISCRIMINATING PARTICLES IN A FLUID - A particle detection system that images and detects particles in a fluid flow stream through use of detector array(s) is described. The detection system may include light source arrays that may selectively illuminate a particle in a fluid stream. The detection system may also include a detector array employing smart binning to read the measured signals. The smart binning of the detector array may be achieved through knowledge of an exact particle location provided by a position sensitive detector. The detector array(s) may be low cost based on intelligence built into the system. This particle detection system may be particularly useful for detection and discrimination of different particle types since the read-out of the particle signals can be accomplished with low noise and can be flexible enough to optimize the read out measurements for each particle. The particle detection system may be used, for example, in early warning contamination detection systems and manufacturing processes. | 03-04-2010 |
20110051137 | Method and Apparatus for Measuring a Position of a Particle in a Flow - Aerosol and hydrosol particle detection systems without knowledge of a location and velocity of a particle passing through a volume of space, are less efficient than if knowledge of the particle location is known. | 03-03-2011 |
20130077096 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MEASURING A POSITION OF A PARTICLE IN A FLOW - Aerosol and hydrosol particle detection systems without knowledge of a location and velocity of a particle passing through a volume of space, are less efficient than if knowledge of the particle location is known. | 03-28-2013 |
Thomas H. Johnson, Bozeman, MT US
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20090076884 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CROSS-SELLING PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ACROSS AN ENTERPRISE - A system for cross-selling products and/or services across an enterprise comprising an enterprise-level decision engine and a plurality of line-of-business decision engines; wherein characteristics derived by the enterprise-level decision engine are used by the line-of business-level decision engines to generate cross-sell offer decisions; enterprise-level business rules and line-of-business-level business rules are managed independently of one another; a publish-subscribe message framework allows data to be published at an enterprise level and subscribed to by the line-of-business decision engines according to business rules established at the line-of-business level; the line-of-business decision engines generate cross-sell offer decisions; and the enterprise-level decision engine stores data to and retrieves data from an operational and an analytics data repository. A method of using the system described above to generate cross-sell offer decisions. | 03-19-2009 |
20090164941 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING AND MODIFYING TEST DATA FILES - A system and method for creating and modifying test data files. The system comprises a parse map editor and a test data file editor, wherein parse maps are created and edited in the parse map editor, wherein the system parses incoming data files based on the parse maps that are created in the parse map editor, wherein each incoming data file is matched to a parse map, wherein the parsed data files are sent to the test data file editor, and wherein the test data file editor allows a user to view and edit the parsed data files. The method comprises parsing an incoming data file with a parse map, creating and/or editing the parse map in a parse map editor, and viewing and/or editing the parsed data file in a test data file editor. | 06-25-2009 |
20110016448 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RAPID DEVELOPMENT OF SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS - The present invention is a system and method for rapid development of software applications comprising: a field composer; a design composer; and a design repository; wherein the field composer is used to create field trees; wherein the design composer is used to create designs; wherein a design is a partial or complete configuration of a software application; wherein one or more data models is/are derived from one or more existing databases; and wherein the design repository stores designs, field trees, and data models. | 01-20-2011 |
Thomas H. Jozafiak, Belmont, MA US
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20110184021 | 2-Acylaminopropoanol-Type Glucosylceramide Synthase Inhibitors - A compound for use in treating polycystic kidney disease is represented by Structural Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. A pharmaceutical composition comprises a compound represented by Structural Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. A method of treating polycystic kidney disease in a subject in need thereof comprises administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound represented by Structural Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Methods of treating in polycystic kidney disease in a subject in need thereof respectively comprise administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound represented by Structural Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. | 07-28-2011 |
20120322786 | 2-ACYLAMINOPROPOANOL-TYPE GLUCOSYLCERAMIDE SYNTHASE INHIBITORS - A compound for use in treating polycystic kidney disease is represented by Structural Formula (I): | 12-20-2012 |
Thomas H. Jozefiak, Belmont, MA US
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20090130165 | MIF Inhibitors - The present invention relates to the use of specific benzimidazolone analogues and derivatives to inhibit the cytokine or biological activity of macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF), and diseases or conditions wherein MIF cytokine or biological activity is implicated. Novel benzimidazole analogues and derivatives are also provided. | 05-21-2009 |
20120322787 | 2-ACYLAMINOPROPOANOL-TYPE GLUCOSYLCERAMIDE SYNTHASE INHIBITORS - A compound is represented by Structural Formula (I): | 12-20-2012 |
Thomas H. Kannally, Jr., Northborough, MA US
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20100144183 | Method of mounting a connector assembly - A connector for electrical or optical conduits that provides a field configurable keying of the insulator plugs relative to each other and relative to the connector casings. A separate relative keying means is included that is separate from the case keying or locating mechanism. The connector also utilizes a retention means for example, a one-way snap apron, to retain the insulator within the receptacle case. | 06-10-2010 |
Thomas H. Keithly, Monkon, MD US
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20110125619 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR COMPLETING A TRANSACTION BETWEEN A CUSTOMER AND A MERCHANT - A computer-implemented method for completing a transaction between a customer and at least one merchant receives, by a transaction system, an authorization request including customer data and transaction specific data from the merchant, wherein, prior to the authorization request, the customer is unknown to the transaction system; authenticates the customer by the transaction system based at least in part upon at least one of the following: at least a portion of the customer data, at least a portion of the transaction specific data or any combination thereof; authorizes the transaction by the transaction system based at least in part upon at least one of the following: at least a portion of the customer data, at least a portion of the transaction specific data or any combination thereof; and communicates the authorization response to the merchant during the transaction. An apparatus for implementing the method is disclosed. | 05-26-2011 |
Thomas H. Koschmieder, Austin, TX US
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20100236334 | MULTIPLE LAYER STRAIN GAUGE - An apparatus and method uses a die having at least one perimeter side with multiple pads. A structure is positioned between the at least one perimeter side and the multiple pads having multiple layers within the die. The structure functions as both a strain gauge and a crack stop. The structure arrests cracks from propagating from the at least one perimeter side to an interior of the die and provides an electrical resistance value as a function of an amount of strain existing where the structure is positioned. In another form the structure is implemented on a substrate such as a printed circuit board rather than in a semiconductor die. | 09-23-2010 |
20140151865 | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE PACKAGES PROVIDING ENHANCED EXPOSED TOE FILLETS - A mechanism is provided by optically inspectable surface mount bonding of no-leads packages is enhanced. Embodiments of the present invention use a lead frame within the no-leads package that provides a plated surface not only along the bottom of the package but also in a direction substantially parallel to the sides of the package. Since the plated surface has a greater affinity for solder during a reflow process than does the bare metal of the lead frame, toe fillets have a greater chance of forming in a manner that can be optically inspected during a test for quality of the bonding of the package to a printed circuit board. In addition, a mold chase that conforms to the shape of the lead frame is used to prevent mold compound from adhering to the portions of the lead frame external to the package that are used as electrical contacts. | 06-05-2014 |
Thomas H. Labean, Hillsborough, NC US
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20090087838 | ANALYTE DETECTION USING AUTOCATALYTIC CHAIN REACTIONS - Compositions and methods for detecting the presence of analytes employing autocatalytic chain reactions (ACR) having super linear kinetics for amplification of signal are disclosed. | 04-02-2009 |
20090275031 | Biomolecular nano device - Methods for measuring environmental parameters using chemical recording are provided. In some embodiments, the methods include generating a polymer comprising an ordered series of chemical units, wherein the position and number of each chemical unit in the polymer is indicative of a reading of the environmental state variable at a given point in time. The presently disclosed subject matter also provides compositions that can be employed in and/or that employ the disclosed methods for recording environmental state variables. | 11-05-2009 |
Thomas H. Llanso, Highland, MD US
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20080209388 | Systems and Methods for Providing Higher Assurance Software Construction via Aspects - There are provided systems and methods for integrating requirements driven security code into an application system. The security code is integrated into an application system in such a way as to make the integrated security code maintainable and traceable as the application system evolves over time. | 08-28-2008 |
Thomas H. Lupfer US
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20120006896 | HAND-HELD DATA COLLECTOR WITH DETACHABLE SCANNER - Disclosed is data collection apparatus for hand use. The apparatus comprises a body and a bar code scanner. The body has: a central portion adapted to be and gripped in the manner of a joystick; a switch positioned on the central portion and positioned in the manner of a pistol trigger, for finger actuation; a first data entry portion to which the central portion extends, the first data entry portion having at least a 10-digit numeric keypad, each key of said keypad being adapted for and actuable in use by the thumb of said hand; and a second data entry portion from which the central portion extends. The scanner is: adapted for actuation by said switch; has a configuration in which the bar code scanner defines a protuberance extending from the first data entry portion; and is detachable from the body for use in tight spaces. | 01-12-2012 |
Thomas H. Malpass, Ottawa, IL US
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20110027536 | ROOFING UNDERLAYMENT - A roofing underlayment that includes at least two layers that form a weather resistant barrier between the plywood sheeting and the top roofing layer. The roofing underlayment is fastened to the plywood sheeting and is covered with a roofing material such as shingles. The roofing underlayment is synthetic and includes a polymer is that is extruded or laminated to a woven or non-woven substrate. The use of an extruded polymer provides water proofing, strength, and energy efficiency. The roofing underlayment is embossed by use of an embossment process to allow for trapped water vapor escape and to enhance traction of the roofing surface. | 02-03-2011 |
20120064331 | METAL LAMINATION FILM - A polymer film is provided for use with metal sheeting and includes a thermoplastic adhesive having an adhesive layer and an outer layer. The polymer film is mechanically and chemically bonded to the metal sheeting through use of heat lamination of the thermoplastic adhesive layer. The thermoplastic layer includes an extrudable thermoplastic resin reacted with a polar compound, and contains a particulate filler, and optional quantities of an additional thermoplastic resin. The polymer film can be of a single or multi-layer construction, with one layer containing a thermoplastic adhesive polar compound, which is heat laminated to the metal sheet, a core layer that can be modified to change the performance and characteristics of the film, and an outer layer composed of a high abrasion and impact resistant polymer. The polymer film provides the metal sheeting with increased protection from the elements, low friction surface, resistance to chemicals and abrasion. | 03-15-2012 |
20120263949 | RUBBER TO METAL BONDING FILM - The present disclosure relates to a thermoplastic film containing an adhesive layer which is heat activated and adhered to metal sheeting and another layer which is heat activated and adhered to rubber. | 10-18-2012 |
Thomas H. Mann, Ii, Burleson, TX US
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20090033013 | MULTI-PIECE AUTOMATED FIBER PLACEMENT MANDREL AUTOMATED CLAMPING AND INDEXING SYSTEM - The present invention provides an automated mandrel clamping and indexing mechanism for a multi-piece AFP mandrel wherein a clamping mechanism is used in order to secure mandrel segments together as well as to join mandrel segments to end rings. The clamping mechanism is preferably integrated with an indexing mechanism according to embodiments of the present invention such that mandrel segments will preferably remain securely connected and aligned until air is applied to the clamping and indexing mechanism in order to unclamp the secured mandrel segments and remove the part being manufactured. The clamping and indexing mechanism preferably withstands the autoclave heat and pressure that is typically experienced during the curing part of the manufacturing process. | 02-05-2009 |
Thomas H. Mccants, Jr., Fredericksburg, VA US
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20120024136 | METHOD FOR LAUNCHING A MISSILE - An air-based vertical launch system is described by means of which ballistic missile defense can be achieved effectively from a large aircraft. A method for ensuring safe missile egress is proposed. A method for ensuring that the missile strikes the ballistic missile payload section is also proposed. Together, the air basing method employing vertical (or near-vertical) launch and semi-active laser guidance yield an affordable and operationally effective missile defense against both tactical and long-range ballistic missiles. The affordability of missile defense is enhanced by the ability of an aircraft equipped with a vertical launcher to simultaneously carry out several defensive and offensive missions and to provide other capabilities such as satellite launch at other times. Methods for employing an aircraft equipped with a vertical (or near-vertical launcher) and one or more of the proposed egress assurance mechanisms in offensive ground attack missions, mine laying, and satellite launch missions are also proposed. | 02-02-2012 |
20120210852 | METHOD FOR LAUNCHING NAVAL MINES - An air-based vertical launch system is described by means of which ballistic missile defense can be achieved effectively from a large aircraft. A method for ensuring safe missile egress is proposed. A method for ensuring that the missile strikes the ballistic missile payload section is also proposed. Together, the air basing method employing vertical (or near-vertical) launch and semi-active laser guidance yield an affordable and operationally effective missile defense against both tactical and long-range ballistic missiles. The affordability of missile defense is enhanced by the ability of an aircraft equipped with a vertical launcher to simultaneously carry out several defensive and offensive missions and to provide other capabilities such as satellite launch at other times. Methods for employing an aircraft equipped with a vertical (or near-vertical launcher) and one or more of the proposed egress assurance mechanisms in offensive ground attack missions, mine laying, and satellite launch missions are also proposed. | 08-23-2012 |
Thomas H. Mcgaffigan, Saratoga, CA US
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20090198224 | Integrated Metalized Ceramic Heating Element for Use in a Tissue Cutting and Sealing Device - A tissue cutting and sealing device, having a pair of opposing elements dimensioned to grasp tissue therebetween; and a heating assembly on at least one of the opposing elements, wherein the heating assembly includes: a ceramic body; and a metalized portion extending along a top surface of the ceramic body. The top surface of the ceramic body preferably has a width greater than the metalized portion. | 08-06-2009 |
20090270855 | Thermal Cautery Devices with Improved Heating Profiles - Thermal cautery and thermal ligating devices improved by the addition of a thermally conductive plate proximate the resistive heating element used in those devices. | 10-29-2009 |
Thomas H. Mcwaid, Fremont, CA US
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20090057226 | Reduction of conradson carbon residue and average boiling points utilizing high pressure ultrafiltration - This invention relates to a process for producing a product stream with improved reduction of Conradson Carbon Residue (“CCR”) and a reduced average boiling point from a heavy hydrocarbon feedstream utilizing a high-pressure, low-energy separation process. The invention may be utilized to reduce the CCR content and reduce the average boiling point in heavy hydrocarbon feedstreams, such as whole crudes, topped crudes, synthetic crude blends, shale oils, bitumen, oil from tar sands, atmospheric resids, vacuum resids, or other heavy hydrocarbon streams. This invention also results in a process with an improved CCR separation efficiency while maintaining permeate flux rates. | 03-05-2009 |
Thomas H. Milidantry, Jr., Goshen, NY US
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20090000102 | Turbine vane restoration system - A system and method for reconfiguring a turbine vane. In at least one embodiment, the system may be used to straighten an airfoil of a turbine vane segment to remove lean, twist, or racking, or any combination thereof. The airfoil may be straightened by fixing portions of the forward and aft hooks of the inner and outer shrouds of the turbine vane, restricting other portions of the forward and aft hooks of the inner and outer shrouds of the turbine vane to only move rotationally about a centerline of the inner or outer shrouds, and applying a load to various portions of the inner and outer shrouds and the airfoil to return the turbine vane to be within predetermined specifications. | 01-01-2009 |
Thomas H. Perszyk, Mason, OH US
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20100061579 | COMMUNICATION EYEWEAR ASSEMBLY - A frame assembly is worn by a wearer to maintain at least one substantially transparent eye panel in a generally shielding position in front of the wearer's eyes. A processor receives an incoming audio signal and wirelessly transmits the incoming audio signal to at least one earpiece which audibly communicates the incoming audio signal to the wearer. An outbound microphone assembly picks up an outbound audio signal from the wearer and transmits the outbound audio signal to the processor which further transmits the outbound signal to a remote recipient. An ambient microphone assembly picks up an ambient audio signal and transmits the ambient audio signal to the processor. The processor is structured to enhance the incoming audio signal and/or the outbound audio signal based on the ambient audio signal. The processor is also structured to transmit a voice component of the ambient audio signal to the earpiece. A camera assembly picks up an outbound visual signal and transmits the outbound video signal to the processor which further transmits the outbound video signal to a remote recipient. A display assembly displays to the wearer an incoming visual signal received by the processor. | 03-11-2010 |
20110158455 | Biodegradable Plastic, Environmentally Friendly Cable Made Therewith, and Environmentally Friendly Headset - A biodegradable plastic is provided by mixing starch; a biodegradation promoter, such as humic and/or fulvic acid; oil, such as white mineral oil; polypropylene; and a hydrogenated styrene isoprene/butadiene block copolymer. An environmentally friendly cable is provided by extruding the biodegradable plastic with wiring therein. An environmentally friendly headset includes the environmentally friendly cable, and may also includes one or more speaker sets and a microphone assembly, each also made, at least in part, with biodegradable material. | 06-30-2011 |
Thomas H. Piquette, Avon, CT US
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20090304943 | Method for Forming Ceramic Containing Composite Structure - A method for forming a ceramic containing composite structure is proposed comprising the steps of (a) feeding a ceramic component that sublimes and a metallic or semi-conductor material that does not sublime into a thermal spray apparatus, (b) spraying the ceramic component and the metallic or semi-conductor material onto a substrate, whereby the ceramic component and the metallic or semi-conductor material deposit on the surface of the substrate, and (c) keeping the metallic or semi-conductor material on the substrate surface plastic during spraying at least in the region where the metallic or semi-conductor material actually strikes the surface. | 12-10-2009 |
Thomas H. Reilly, Iii, Golden, CO US
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20100224236 | Nanohole Film Electrodes - Nanohole electrodes useful in opto-electronic devices, and in particular, organic photovoltaics devices incorporating nanohole electrodes, are disclosed. An exemplary embodiment includes a photovoltaic device with a first electrode comprising a nanohole film, a second electrode, and an active layer located between the electrodes. Methods of producing a nanostructured electrode are also provided. | 09-09-2010 |
Thomas H. Rieman, Bartlett, TN US
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20100151086 | Powdered Sauces And Uses Thereof - A frozen food that is suitable for heating to form a food and sauce combination is provided. The food includes frozen food pieces and a powdered sauce composition individually applied to outer surfaces of each frozen food piece so that a fluid sauce of a desired consistency is produced upon heating the food. | 06-17-2010 |
Thomas H. Rooney, Jr., Oaklyn, NJ US
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20100157490 | LEAKAGE CURRENT PROTECTION DEVICE - A leakage current protection device with a single laminated magnetic core transformer that is formed by punch pressing an amorphous metal material, or a nanocrystalline soft metal material, in a high punch velocity press to form the ring laminations for the magnetic core. In a ground fault circuit interrupter, the single laminated magnetic core transformer serves as the input sensor for both the current imbalance detection circuitry and the low impedance ground fault protection circuitry. | 06-24-2010 |
Thomas H. Smith, San Carlos, CA US
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20090114596 | NANOFILM AND MEMBRANE COMPOSITIONS - Nanofilms useful for filtration are prepared from oriented amphiphilic molecules and oriented macrocyclic modules. The amphiphilic species may be oriented on an interface or surface. The nanofilm may be prepared by depositing or attaching an oriented layer to a substrate. A nanofilm may also be prepared by coupling the oriented macrocyclic modules to provide a membrane. | 05-07-2009 |
20100152438 | AMPHIPHILIC MOLECULAR MODULES AND CONSTRUCTS BASED THEREON - The present invention relates to the preparation of synthons that are used to form modules that, in turn, are used to form two-dimensional close-packed planar arrays, referred to as nanomembranes. In a presently preferred embodiment, a nanomembrane herein constitutes a filter. | 06-17-2010 |
Thomas H. Smith, Winchester, MA US
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20110184250 | EARLY WARNING METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT - A computer-implemented method and system are provided for assisting a plurality of patients manage chronic health conditions. The method, for each patient, comprises: (a) receiving information from the patient or a member of a patient care network on an expected patient activity at a given future time period; (b) determining expected transient local ambient conditions in the patient's surroundings during the expected patient activity at the given future time period; (c) predicting health exacerbations for the patient using a stored computer model of the patient based on a desired patient control set-point range, the expected patient activity, and the expected transient local ambient conditions; and (d) proactively sending a message to the patient or a member of the patient care network before the given future time period, the message alerting the patient or a member of the patient care network of the predicted health exacerbations for the patient and identifying one or more corrective actions for the patient to avoid or mitigate the predicted health exacerbations. | 07-28-2011 |
Thomas H. Steenkiste, Ray, MI US
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20090321244 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING HYDROGEN - The present invention relates to the conversion of water into hydrogen and oxygen, and more particularly to a conversion of water into hydrogen and oxygen using sunlight and an inorganic catalyst. More specifically, the invention relates to systems and processes for generating hydrogen molecules from sunlight and water, such as a process comprising the steps of: i) contacting the water with nanoparticles of an inorganic photocatalyst compound in a reaction zone of a reaction chamber; ii) concentrating sunlight with an optical intensifier such that the intensity is increased by a factor greater than 2; iii) heating the reaction zone to one or more reaction temperatures greater than 140° C. using the concentrated sunlight; and iv) exposing water in the heated reaction zone and in the presence of the inorganic photocatalyst compound, while at the one or more reaction temperatures, to the concentrated sunlight so that a reaction occurs that generates hydrogen molecules from the water; wherein the photocatalyst includes an element selected from Cu, Al, Ti, Ga, Cd, Zn, W, Fe, Sn, Si, or any combination thereof, the water is in the form of water vapor, the step of heating the reaction zone includes a step of converting the sun light into thermal energy, the reaction zone is free of any electrode for a photoelectrochemical process; and wherein the photocatalyst is characterized by one of the following: (1) the nanoparticles are calcined nanoparticles; (2) the nanoparticles includes an element selected from Cu, Al, Ti, Ga, Cd, Zn, W, Fe, Sn, Si, or any combination thereof; or (3) both (1) and (2). | 12-31-2009 |
Thomas H. Stietz, Port Washington, WI US
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20120063711 | HYDRODYNAMIC BEARING WITH ADAPTIVE DISPLACEMENT CONTROL - A hydrodynamic bearing includes a housing defining a central axis, a pad slidable relative to the housing in a direction substantially parallel to the central axis, a cylinder defined in one of the housing and the pad, a lubricant port in fluid communication with the cylinder, and a piston at least partially positioned in the cylinder. The piston is movable within the cylinder between a retracted position and an extended position in response to a flow of lubricant through the lubricant port to vary an axial spacing between the pad and the housing. | 03-15-2012 |
Thomas H. Tinholt, Galesburg, MI US
Thomas H. Treutler, Sheffield, MA US
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20090196909 | CARBON NANOTUBE CONTAINING MATERIAL FOR THE CAPTURE AND REMOVAL OF CONTAMINANTS FROM A SURFACE - There is disclosed an article and method of making an article for removing at least one contaminant from a solid surface. In one embodiment, the article comprises carbon nanotubes attached to a support media, such as a nonwoven mixture of PET and cotton. There is also disclosed a method of removing at least one contaminant from a solid surface, such as areas where microbial, particle, or static contamination is undesirable, including hospitals, clean rooms, kitchens, baths, or human hands. | 08-06-2009 |
Thomas H. Triesenberg, Rockford, MI US
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20110042181 | DIVERTER FOR SORTER AND METHOD OF DIVERTING - A positive displacement sorter and method of diverting articles includes providing a plurality of interconnected parallel slats defining an endless web that travels in a longitudinal direction, an upper surface of which defines an article-conveying surface and a plurality of pusher shoes. Each of the shoes travels along at least one of the slats in order to laterally divert articles on the conveying surface. Each of the shoes has a diverting member extending below the conveying surface. A plurality of diverting rails below the conveying surface are each capable of engaging the diverting member to cause the associated shoe to travel laterally to divert an article. A plurality of diverters are provided for selectively diverting at least one of the diverting members from a non-diverting path extending longitudinally along the sorter to one of said diverting rails in a diverting state. At least one of the diverters has a gate having a diverting surface. The gate is selectively moveable between the diverting state and a non-diverting state. An actuator moves the gate between the non-diverting state and the diverting state. The actuator may include a rotary actuator having a generally horizontal axis of rotation. An electronic divert control may be provided to apply an activation control signal to the actuator to move the gate between one of the states and the other of the states. The control monitors movement of the gate and adjusts the activation control signal as a function of the movement of the gate. | 02-24-2011 |
20130161154 | SORTER SLAT ATTACHMENT - A positive displacement sorter includes a plurality of parallel laterally extending slats and a pair of wheel assemblies, each interconnecting common end portions of the slats thereby defining an endless web that travels in a longitudinal direction. An upper surface of the web defines an article-conveying surface. A plurality of pusher shoes travel along the slats in order to laterally displace articles on the conveying surface. A plurality of attachment mechanisms are provided. Each of the attachment mechanisms attaches an end portion of one of the slats to one of the wheel assemblies. Each of the attachment mechanisms includes a shoulder and a collar and at least one locking member. The collar engages the shoulder thereby providing retention of the slat to the wheel assembly. The locking member provides retention of the collar on the shoulder. | 06-27-2013 |
20140291115 | SORTER SLAT ATTACHMENT - A method of disconnecting a slat from a wheel assembly that is used with a positive displacement sorter having a plurality of parallel laterally extending slats and a pair of wheel assemblies, each interconnecting common end portions of the slats thereby defining an endless web that travels in a longitudinal direction. An upper surface of the web defines an article-conveying surface. The sorter has a plurality of pusher shoes travelling along the slats in order to laterally displace articles on said conveying surface. The sorter further has a plurality of attachment mechanisms, each attaching an end portion of one of the slats to one of the wheel assemblies. Each of the attachment mechanisms includes at least one locking member. The locking member includes a pin on the slat engaging an opening in one of the wheel assemblies. A retraction tool is positioned against one of the wheel assemblies adjacent to the slat to be disconnected. The retraction tool is pivoted about the wheel assembly to retract the pin from the opening. The slat is disconnected from the wheel assembly with the pin being retracted from the opening. | 10-02-2014 |
Thomas H. Tuschl, New York, NY US
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20090043082 | MICRORNA AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING SAME - The invention relates to isolated DNA or RNA molecules comprising at least ten contiguous bases having a sequence in a pancreatic islet microRNA. In another embodiment, the invention relates to isolated single stranded pancreatic islet microRNA molecules or anti-pancreatic islet microRNA molecules. | 02-12-2009 |
20090275729 | MICRORNA AND METHODS FOR INHIBITING SAME - The invention relates to isolated DNA or RNA molecules comprising at least ten contiguous bases having a sequence in a pancreatic islet microRNA. In another embodiment, the invention relates to isolated single stranded pancreatic islet microRNA molecules or anti-pancreatic islet microRNA molecules. | 11-05-2009 |
20120077265 | MicroRNA and Methods for Inhibiting Same - The invention relates to isolated DNA or RNA molecules comprising at least ten contiguous bases having a sequence in a pancreatic islet microRNA. In another embodiment, the invention relates to isolated single stranded pancreatic islet microRNA molecules or anti-pancreatic islet microRNA molecules. | 03-29-2012 |
20130078715 | Anti-MicroRNA Oligonucleotide Molecules - The invention relates to isolated anti-microRNA molecules. In another embodiment, the invention relates to an isolated microRNA molecule. In yet another embodiment, the invention provides a method for inhibiting microRNP activity in a cell. | 03-28-2013 |
20130130370 | MicroRNA and Methods for Inhibiting Same - The invention relates to isolated DNA or RNA molecules comprising at least ten contiguous bases having a sequence in a pancreatic islet microRNA. In another embodiment, the invention relates to isolated single stranded pancreatic islet microRNA molecules or anti-pancreatic islet microRNA molecules. | 05-23-2013 |
20140335605 | Anti-MicroRNA Oligonucleotide Molecules - The invention relates to isolated anti-microRNA molecules. In another embodiment, the invention relates to an isolated microRNA molecule. In yet another embodiment, the invention provides a method for inhibiting microRNP activity in a cell. | 11-13-2014 |
Thomas H. Vanderspurt, Glastonbury, CT US
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20100216628 | ON-BOARD FUEL DESULFURIZATION UNIT - A method for regenerating at least one impurity-adsorbing sorbent bed includes passing impurity-containing fluid through the impurity-adsorbing bed. The impurity-adsorbing sorbent bed adsorbs an impurity in the impurity-containing fluid to produce a purified fluid. A portion of the purified fluid is sent back through the impurity-adsorbing sorbent bed that contains the adsorbed impurity. The impurity-adsorbing sorbent bed is exposed to microwave energy to desorb the impurity adsorbed on the impurity-adsorbing sorbent bed. | 08-26-2010 |
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20110002815 | FLUID PURIFIER WITH NON-LAMINAR FLOW STRUCTURE - The substrate cell surfaces of a catalytic air purifier are so structured as to disrupt the occurrence of laminar flow along the flow path of the fluid passing therethrough. A plurality of substrates are connected in serial flow but axially offset relationship to obtain improved performance. Also, the dimensional aspects of the individually cells are selected so as to maintain adequate mass-transfer coefficient and UV photon penetration depths throughout the length thereof. | 01-06-2011 |
Thomas H. Van Vleck, Ocean City, NJ US
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20100077216 | METHOD FOR ENHANCING NETWORK APPLICATION SECURITY - A method for securing communications between a server and an application downloaded over a network onto a client of the server is disclosed. A first request is received from the client, and in response a session credential security token is generated and sent to the client. A second request is received from the client to download the application and includes the value of the session credential security token. The server verifies that the value of the session credential security token is valid and, if so, generates a second security token that is tied to the session credential security token. The second token is embedded in application code and then the application code is sent to the client. A subsequent request for data from the application running on the client includes the value of the session credential security token and the value of the embedded security token. Verification of validity of the values of the session credential security token and the second security token received with the data request then occurs at least in part by determining that the values are cryptographically tied to one another. Upon verification, the requested data is sent to the client. | 03-25-2010 |
Thomas H. Vermeeren, Spruce Grove CA
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20100043229 | Electrical Isolation Connector For Electromagnetic Gap Sub - A gap sub assembly can be used to form an electrical isolation in a drill string, across which a voltage is applied to generate a carrier signal for an electromagnetic (EM) telemetry system. The assembly comprises two conductive generally cylindrical components fashioned with a matching set of male and female rounded coarse threads, held such that a relatively uniform interstitial space is formed in the overlap space between them. The third component is a substantially dielectric electrical isolator component placed into the gap between the threads that effectively electrically isolates the two conductive components. Injecting the dielectric material under high pressure forms a tight bond resistant to the ingress of conductive drilling fluids (liquids, gases or foam), thus forming a high pressure insulating seal. | 02-25-2010 |
20110036557 | Electrical Isolation Connector For Electromagnetic Gap Sub - A gap sub assembly can be used to form an electrical isolation in a drill string, across which a voltage is applied to generate a carrier signal for an electromagnetic (EM) telemetry system. The assembly comprises two conductive generally cylindrical components fashioned with a matching set of male and female rounded coarse threads, held such that a relatively uniform interstitial space is formed in the overlap space between them. The third component is a substantially dielectric electrical isolator component placed into the gap between the threads that effectively electrically isolates the two conductive components. Injecting the dielectric material under high pressure forms a tight bond resistant to the ingress of conductive drilling fluids (liquids, gases or foam), thus forming a high pressure insulating seal. | 02-17-2011 |
Thomas H. Walter, Althengstett DE
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20100169284 | DISTRIBUTED TRANSACTIONAL RECOVERY SYSTEM AND METHOD - In one embodiment the present invention includes a system for transaction recovery in a distributed computing environment. The system includes a transaction log server, application servers, and resource servers. The transaction log server stores a shared transaction log. The application servers implement a distributed transaction application and accesses the shared transaction log when performing a transaction using the distributed transaction application. The resource servers store data and that operate with the application servers to access the data according to the transaction. If one of the application servers fails, another application server assumes responsibility for a portion of the shared transaction log that was previously accessed by the failed application server. | 07-01-2010 |
Thomas H. Whistesides, Victoria, CA US
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20110069370 | EDGE SEALS FOR, AND PROCESSES FOR ASSEMBLY OF, ELECTRO-OPTIC DISPLAYS - An electro-optic display comprises a backplane; a layer of electro-optic material disposed adjacent the backplane; a protective layer; and a sealing layer of a metal or a ceramic extending between the backplane and the protective layer, and thus sealing the layer of electro-optic material from the outside environment. | 03-24-2011 |
Thomas H. Zabatta, Santa Rosa, CA US
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20090268606 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTING AND CORRECTING FAULTS IN A SESSION INITIATION PROTOCOL (SIP) NETWORK - Malfunctions in a communications network may introduce an unacceptably low level of reliability for many users, thereby slowing further adoption of Internet Protocol (IP) telephony, for example. In an example embodiment of the present invention, a method and corresponding apparatus for supporting a call in a presence of a fault in a network is provided. The method includes supporting a primary protocol to service a call between near-end and far-end access nodes associated with two or more callers. Signaling information in the primary protocol supporting the call may be identified and used to establish a backup protocol between the near-end and far-end access nodes. The primary protocol may be monitored for a fault and, in an event a fault occurs, supporting the call using the backup protocol. As a result, IP telephony may be transported in a more reliable manner, thereby reducing the number of dropped and uncompleted calls. | 10-29-2009 |
Thomas H. Zabatta, Santa Rose, CA US
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20090162062 | Session initiation protocol (SIP) provisioning error detection for an optical network terminal (ONT) - A Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) network can malfunction or be incorrectly provisioned in such a way that an Optical Network Terminal (ONT) cannot perform SIP operations and complete SIP voice path calls between the ONT voice port and the SIP network. Accordingly, a technique for validating SIP operations is provided which (i) verifies locally stored SIP operation parameters are currently valid, (ii) initiates an SIP session with a known SIP validation endpoint in an event the locally stored SIP operation parameters are verified to be currently valid, and (iii) reports results of the verifying of the locally stored SIP operation parameters or the initiating of the SIP session. By validating SIP operation parameters, the ONT maintains its state of readiness to support SIP sessions, such as in-coming or outgoing normal or emergency 9-1-1 voice calls. | 06-25-2009 |
Thomas H. Zymowski, Austin, TX US
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20100056853 | Stimulus generator for a closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for providing a stimulus signal of a closed loop neuromodulator configured to optimize sleep therapy for a patient. A stimulus select signal can be received at a plurality of stimulus type generators from a stimulus sequencer of the closed loop neuromodulator, and a stimulus signal can be provided using one of the plurality of stimulus type generators in response to the stimulus select signal. An amplified stimulus signal can be provided to a stimulus escalator of the closed loop neural modulator to optimize sleep therapy for the patient. | 03-04-2010 |
20100056855 | Closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for optimizing a sleep therapy using a closed loop neuromodulator. A first sleep disorder event can be detected using first activity information, and a first stimulus can be provided, in response to the first sleep disorder event, using a set of stimulus parameters. Termination of the first sleep disorder event can be detected using second activity information, and at least one therapy parameter can be adjusted to decrease an energy level of a subsequent stimulus. | 03-04-2010 |
20100057148 | Stimulus timer for a closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for preventing stimulus delivery to a patient for a predetermined interval after commencing sleep therapy to ensure that the patient is asleep. An indication of abnormal respiration activity can be received from an activity detector of a closed loop neuromodulator at a therapy delay gate. The indication of abnormal respiration activity can be provided to a sleep disorder gate after a predetermined delay interval following commencement of the sleep therapy. A sleep disorder event can be detected if the indication of abnormal respiration activity exceeds a predetermined sleep disorder interval, and a stimulus start signal can be provided to the closed loop neuromodulator in response to the detected sleep disorder event. | 03-04-2010 |
20100063350 | Anti-habituating sleep therapy for a closed loop neuromodulator - This document discusses, among other things, a system and method for anti-habituating sleep therapy using a closed loop neuromodulator. A first sleep disorder event can be detected using first activity information, and a first series of stimuli can be provided, in response to the first sleep disorder event, using a set of stimulus parameters. A habituation event can be detected and anti-habituation stimulation parameter can be adjusted to avoid patient habituation to the stimuli. | 03-11-2010 |