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Bernhard W. Adams, Naperville, IL US
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| 20100027740 | HIGH-RESOLUTION, ACTIVE-OPTIC X-RAY FLUORESCENCE ANALYZER - Active optics apparatus and method for aligning active optics are provided for a high-resolution, active optic fluorescence analyzer combining a large acceptance solid angle with wide energy tunability. A plurality of rows of correctors selectively controlled to bend an elongated strip of single crystal material like Si ( | 02-04-2010 |
Chuck Adams, Naperville, IL US
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| 20110137272 | Safety Ring Lid Closure - A closure for a blow-molded container is disclosed, comprising a ring portion, a hinge portion, and a lid portion. Also disclosed are combinations of a closure and a blow-molded container, which in certain embodiments is a blow-molded urinal. | 06-09-2011 |
Gerald L. Adams, Sugar Grove, IL US
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| 20120037547 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR ANALYZING PERFORMANCE OF A SORTING SYSTEM - A method for analyzing performance of a sorting system is provided. The method includes recording downtime experienced by the sorting system, recording runtime experienced by the sorting system, and recording an optimal characterization of a product stream to be sorted by the sorting system. The optimal characterization includes at least an optimal weight of a first commodity of the product stream. An actual characterization of the product stream as sorted by the sorting system is recorded. The actual characterization includes at least an actual weight of the first commodity sorted from the product stream. The method further includes determining the performance of the sorting system based on at least two of the downtime, the runtime, the optimal characterization, and the actual characterization. | 02-16-2012 |
Henry W. Adams, Evanston, IL US
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| 20080219504 | AUTOMATIC MEASUREMENT OF ADVERTISING EFFECTIVENESS - An automated system for measuring information about a target image in a video is described. One embodiment includes receiving a set of one or more video images for the video, automatically finding the target image in at least a subset of the video images, determining one or more statistics regarding the target image being in the video, and reporting the one or more statistics. | 09-11-2008 |
Jason Adams, Chicago, IL US
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| 20100238358 | ADJACENT CHANNEL POWER SCAN - A method and apparatus are disclosed for determining the presence of adjacent channel interference. Received digital signals are processed to detect the existence of strong channels adjacent to the channel of interest and control signals may be generated based on the detection of strong adjacent channels. The control signals are then used to adjust the signal power of the received signals. | 09-23-2010 |
Jessica Adams, Chicago, IL US
Jill Adams, Chicago, IL US
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| 20110035692 | Scalable Architecture for Dynamic Visualization of Multimedia Information - A computer system including a single, fully-integrated software program that allows an unskilled computer user to create, archive, and distribute interactive, multimedia digital displays without the use of software programming techniques or reliance on software editing tools. The system includes a user interface having a digital content creation application called a digital canvas and an integrated software application dock. The digital canvas module provides a novice user with all of the functional tools needed to create multimedia visual displays and to interact with them. The application dock allows users to launch and operate desktop applications such as web browsers, word processing applications, photo editing applications, spreadsheets, graphics applications, etc. as well as server-based applications, such as database systems available over a network from within the system. | 02-10-2011 |
John Adams, Champaign, IL US
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| 20080284613 | Method and system for controlling radio controlled devices - The present invention is a method and system for controlling a RC device via a secure radio link. In one embodiment of the invention, spread spectrum modulation may be employed which may provide a digital radio frequency (RF) link between a controller and a RC device. A controller may be coupled with a transmitter module and a radio controlled device may be coupled with a receiver module in accordance with the present invention to provide an add-on upgrade capability. The method and system for controlling a RC device may also include error detection and correction, interpolation of lost packets, failsafe technology and force-feedback telemetric technology to further enhance the user experience with radio controlled devices. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20120027049 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLING RADIO CONTROLLED DEVICES - The present invention is a method and system for controlling a RC device via a secure radio link. In one embodiment of the invention, spread spectrum modulation may be employed which may provide a digital radio frequency (RF) link between a controller and a RC device. A controller may be coupled with a transmitter module and a radio controlled device may be coupled with a receiver module in accordance with the present invention to provide an add-on upgrade capability. The method and system for controlling a RC device may also include error detection and correction, interpolation of lost packets, failsafe technology and force-feedback telemetric technology to further enhance the user experience with radio controlled devices. | 02-02-2012 |
Joseph E. Adams, Brighton, IL US
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| 20100077682 | SCREEN OPENING FOR A DROP CEILING - A perimeter for a screen opening in a wooden drop ceiling has two parallel long sides connected by left and right end caps. The longs sides and end caps form a narrow screen opening for raising and lowering a movie or video screen attached to the original ceiling of the room. The long sides have approximately three foot lengths connected by transition blocks to form the long perimeter sides. The inner edges of the long sides, transition blocks and end caps are all tapered identically to slope inwardly toward the screen opening and upwardly toward the ceiling. The slope tends to narrow the perceived opening to make it more attractive to the eye. The entire screen opening perimeter system is easily attached to an existing metal T-rail drop ceiling by clips approximately three-fourths to an inch long, three thousandths of an inch thick and having a gap of approximately 0.242 inches. The clips require only approximately 7.8 pounds of force to attach the screen perimeter to the T-rail system. | 04-01-2010 |
Joseph S. Adams, Glenview, IL US
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| 20100327039 | COMBUSTION CHAMBER AND COOLING SYSTEM FOR FASTENER-DRIVING TOOLS - A new and improved combustion chamber and cooling system for a fastener-driving tool wherein a new and improved tangentially oriented, vortex induced fuel-injection system is operatively associated with the tool's combustion chamber. In addition, a new and improved trigger-controlled valve actuating system, such as, for example, a switch-operated, solenoid-actuated valve-controlling system, is incorporated within the tool so as to ensure the rapid operation of the intake and outlet valve structures. Still further, a sealed, liquid evaporative or liquid recirculating cooling system is integrally incorporated within the tool housing. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110005502 | SINGLE COMPONENT INTAKE/EXHAUST VALVE MEMBER, FUEL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM, AND COOLING SYSTEM FOR COMBUSTION-POWERED FASTENER-DRIVING TOOL - A new and improved combustion-powered fastener-driving tool utilizes a new and improved single component in-take/exhaust valve member which integrally defines both the intake and exhaust valves thereon. The intake/exhaust valve member is axially movable within the combustion chamber, and operatively cooperates with wall structure of the combustion chamber. When the intake/exhaust valve member is disposed, for example, at a first upper position, both the intake and exhaust ports defined within the wall structure of the combustion chamber are closed so as to permit the ignition and combustion phases of the tool-firing cycle to proceed, whereas, conversely, when the intake/exhaust valve member is disposed, for example, at a second lower position, both the intake and exhaust ports within the combustion chamber are open so as to permit incoming air to scavenge combustion exhaust products and to subsequently mix with injected fuel in preparation for the commencement of another tool-firing cycle. | 01-13-2011 |
Kenneth C. Adams, Bloomington, IL US
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| 20090140072 | Piezoelectric actuator with multi-function spring and device using same - A piezoelectrically actuated device includes a body, a valve disposed within the body and an actuator for the valve, the actuator including a casing coupled with the body and a piezoelectric element disposed within the casing. The actuator further includes a multi-function spring applying a preloading force to the piezoelectric element. The multi-function spring includes a first segment having a piston configured to translate a motion of the piezoelectric element during operation of the actuator, a second segment having at least one flexural element and a third segment having a first set of threads. The first set of threads is engaged with a second set of threads of the actuator and maintains the second segment in a tension state which corresponds with the preloading force. | 06-04-2009 |
Kenneth C. Adams, Dunlap, IL US
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| 20100282212 | PRESSURE CONTROL IN LOW STATIC LEAK FUEL SYSTEM - A pressure relief valve includes a valve body having a valve seat fluidly positioned between an inlet and an outlet. A valve member is movable among a first position, a second position, and a third position. The valve member is in contact with the valve seat and fluidly blocks the inlet from the outlet at the first position. At the second position of the valve member, the inlet is fluidly connected to the outlet via a small flow area. The inlet is fluidly connected to the outlet via a large flow area when the valve member is at the third position. An electrical actuator is attached to the valve body and is operably coupled to move the valve member when energized. The valve member includes an opening hydraulic surface exposed to fluid pressure in the inlet when at the first position. A spring is operably positioned to bias the valve member toward the second position when the valve member is at the third position. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20110297125 | Reverse Flow Check Valve For Common Rail Fuel System - A common rail fuel system includes a reverse flow check valve fluidly positioned between each of a plurality of common rail fuel injectors and an outlet of a high pressure pump. The reverse flow check valves divide the overall system fluid volume into an upstream common volume and a plurality of separate downstream volumes. The upstream common volume is greater than the sum of the separate downstream volumes. The reverse flow check valve is movable between a first configuration with a large flow area and a second configuration with a small flow area. The reverse flow check valve associated with each of the individual fuel injectors may be housed in a quill that fluidly connects the fuel injectors to the high pressure common rail. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110315117 | FUEL SYSTEM HAVING ACCUMULATORS AND FLOW LIMITERS - A fuel system for an engine is disclosed. The fuel system may have a pump, a plurality of fuel injectors, and a plurality of fuel accumulators. Each of the plurality of fuel accumulators may be disposed at least partially within a different cylinder head of the engine in fluid communication with an associated fuel injector of the plurality of fuel injectors. Each of the plurality of fuel accumulators may also be in fluid communication with adjacent fuel accumulators of the plurality of fuel accumulators. At least one of the plurality of fuel accumulators may also be in fluid communication with the pump. The fuel system may further have a plurality of flow limiters. Each of the plurality of flow limiters may be disposed between an associated fuel accumulator of the plurality of fuel accumulators and an associated fuel injector of the plurality of fuel injectors. | 12-29-2011 |
Mark R. Adams, Plainfield, IL US
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| 20090105411 | AQUEOUS NON-IONIC HYDROPHILIC POLYURETHANE DISPERSIONS, AND A CONTINUOUS PROCESS OF MAKING THE SAME - The instant invention is an aqueous non-ionic hydrophilic polyurethane dispersion, and a continuous process for making the same. The aqueous non-ionic hydrophilic polyurethane dispersion according to instant invention includes the reaction product of a non-ionic hydrophilic prepolymer, water, optionally an external surfactant, and optionally a chain-extending reagent. The non-ionic hydrophilic prepolymer includes the reaction product of a first component and a second component. The first component is selected from the group consisting of an aromatic polyisocyanate, an aliphatic polyisocyanate, and combinations thereof. The second component is a hydrophilic alkylene oxide polyol, a non-ionic hydrophilic alkylene oxide monol, or combinations thereof. The continuous process for producing the non-ionic hydrophilic aqueous polyurethane dispersion includes the following steps: (1) providing a disperse phase liquid stream having a flow rate R | 04-23-2009 |
Mary Beth Adams, Antioch, IL US
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| 20110233235 | Dual Activated Actuator Cap - A single piece actuator includes first and second actuating members. A dispensing orifice is disposed between the first and second actuating members. A manifold is in fluid communication with the dispensing orifice. The manifold includes a base adapted to impinge a valve stem of a container and place same in fluid communication with the manifold. | 09-29-2011 |
Michael E Adams, Chicago, IL US
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| 20110259381 | BigFoot Mobility Device End Tip - A pseudo-frustoconical shaped unitary rubber end unit for an ambulatory device, such as a cane, comprising, a bottom hexagonal base and a top circular rim, wherein said base is about four times the diameter of said rim and functions to provide significantly enhanced support and stability; and a central cylindrical “socket” created by six deeply recessed side walls and a resultant six member rib-like frame that functions to optimize device's shock absorption capabilities and forward propulsion of the user. The hexagonal base may be asymmetrical or symmetrical, and the ribs may be of uniform or non-uniform dimensions. The hexagonal base and the rib-like frame act synergistically to compress and rebound under loads creating a twisting “spring assist” action that both absorbs shock and helps propel users forward. The broad base has a slightly recessed underside permitting the mobility device to be self-standing. | 10-27-2011 |
Randee S. Adams, Naperville, IL US
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| 20130036322 | HARDWARE FAILURE MITIGATION - Various exemplary embodiments relate to a method and related network node including one or more of the following: detecting, by a resource allocation device, a failure of server hardware; identifying a first agent device that is configured to utilize the server hardware; and taking at least one action to effect a reconfiguration of the first agent device in response to the server hardware failure. Various embodiments additionally include one or more of the following: identifying a second agent device that is configured to utilize the server hardware; and taking at least one action to effect a reconfiguration of the second agent device in response to the server hardware failure. Various embodiments additionally include one or more of the following: receiving, by the resource allocation device from a second agent device, an indication of the failure of server hardware, wherein the second agent device is different from the first agent device. | 02-07-2013 |
Randee Susan Adams, Naperville, IL US
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| 20120124413 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR NETWORK ELEMENT SERVICE RECOVERY - A method and system for network element recovery are provided. In one form, frontend servers intelligently proxy error or unavailability messages returned by backend servers and simulate frontend server failure. In at least one form, the frontend server also includes intelligence or logic to determine that directing the client to recover service to an alternate system or site would assure better service availability, reliability, and/or quality-of-experience for the client. | 05-17-2012 |
| 20120124431 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CLIENT RECOVERY STRATEGY IN A REDUNDANT SERVER CONFIGURATION - A method and system for client recovery strategy to maximize service availability for redundant configurations is provided. The technique includes adaptively adjusting timing parameter(s), detecting failures based on adaptively-adjusted timing parameter(s), and switching over to a redundant server. The timing parameter(s) include a maximum number of retries, response timers, and keepalive messages. Switching over to alternate servers engaged in warm sessions with the client may also be implemented to improve performance. The method and system allow for improved recovery time and suitable shaping of traffic to redundant servers. | 05-17-2012 |
Regina Adams, Lake Villa, IL US
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| 20110064710 | NOVEL BACILLUS THURINGIENSIS ISOLATE - A novel bacterial strain of | 03-17-2011 |
Steve Adams, Homer Glen, IL US
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| 20090185854 | Universal Quick-Release Coupler - The invention provides a coupler apparatus for releasably securing a object to a support member. The mounting apparatus includes a connector joined to the object and having a tapered plug with a slot that extends inward from an outer wall of the plug. The apparatus further includes a base with an internal cavity extending between opposed side walls of the base. The base may be integral with the support member and has an aperture with an internal wall arrangement including an orifice wherein the aperture is dimensioned for reception of the plug. A keeper is slidably positioned within the internal cavity and has a finger that extends through the orifice and into the slot to retain the plug within the aperture. The apparatus is moveable between a secured position wherein the keeper finger extends through the orifice and into the slot of the plug positioned within the aperture, a released position wherein the keeper finger is disengaged from the orifice, and a detached position wherein the connector and the object are removed from the base by applying a linear lifting force. The coupler can be configured to removably secure a firearm accessory to a firearm. Alternatively, the coupler can be configured to releasably secure a workpiece to a machine. | 07-23-2009 |