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Amy L. Anderson, Ramey, MN US
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20120061068 | AUTOMATIC CHANGEOVER CONTROL FOR AN HVAC SYSTEM - The present disclosure describes methods and apparatus for automatically changing between heating and cooling modes of an HVAC system, sometimes using a single or common set point in both modes. In an illustrative but not limiting example, an HVAC controller may monitor the temperature of an inside space of a building, and may switch the HVAC system to a cooling mode when the temperature of the inside space rises above a high switch-point temperature, and may cool the inside space to at least below the high switch-point temperature. The HVAC controller may also switch the HVAC system to the heating mode when the temperature of the inside space falls below a low switch-point temperature and may heat the inside space to at least above the low switch-point temperature. In some cases, after switching to the heating mode, the HVAC controller may cause the HVAC system to heat the inside space to substantially the set-point temperature. Likewise, after switching to the cooling mode, the HVAC controller may cause the HVAC system to cool the inside space to substantially the set-point temperature. | 03-15-2012 |
Blake Andrew Anderson, Lindstrom, MN US
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20120073527 | ENGINE - An engine is described having a crankcase, a liner and a head assembly. The crankcase is split along a plane defining a two part crankcase, where fluid passages are passing through only one of the crankcase portions, so as to not require crossing the split line. A connecting rod also includes a tapered end, and the piston has a complementary carrier receiving the connecting rod. | 03-29-2012 |
Blane Anderson, Burnsville, MN US
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20110299709 | HEARING SYSTEM AND METHOD AS WELL AS EAR-LEVEL DEVICE AND CONTROL DEVICE APPLIED THEREIN - An ear-level hearing device and a handheld computer (e.g., smartphone) with a graphical user interface determines a subject's own hearing threshold. Hardware includes the smartphone, viewing screen of the smartphone, smartphone software, ear level hearing device, transmitter on the smartphone and receiver on the ear level device (ELD) communicating with the graphical user interface on the smartphone to the ear level hearing device. The interface software on the smartphone may include an automatic routine or buttons to vary frequency and amplitude of a frequency dependent sound presentation to the earpiece. Software installed on the hand-held smartphone system sends wireless signals to the ELD changing acoustic parameters in the listening device. The firmware/software in the ELD stores frequency/amplitude parameters of the thresholds and wirelessly delivers them to the smartphone. The smartphone device uses the threshold data to derive the appropriate amplified acoustical signal (relative to the thresholds) to the subject. | 12-08-2011 |
Blane A. Anderson, Burnsville, MN US
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20120269369 | PROGRAMMABLE INTERFACE FOR FITTING HEARING DEVICES - A graphical interface is provided to select parameters for fitting a hearing device. The graphical interface provides a mechanism to visually represent and control values of these parameters. | 10-25-2012 |
Brent D. Anderson, Edina, MN US
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20110277413 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR LEAKING CRACK REPAIR - Disclosed is a system and method for providing a concrete crack repair system that is capable of providing a pressurized seal that continues to resist the ingress of water even as the crack continues to open and close over time. A compressible seal is provided that may be inserted into and adhesively joined to a machined groove that follows the contour of the crack in the concrete surface. After its installation in the machined groove, grout may be injected into the machined groove below the compressible seal so as to fill the space between the compressible seal and the bottom of the machined groove, which grout may also flow into the groove that is adjacent the bottom of the machined groove, thus allowing pressurized grouting of the crack itself. The compressible seal may also include an interior, hollow chamber that may allow inflation of the compressible seal within the machined groove, thus forming a permanent pressurized seal above the crack. | 11-17-2011 |
Brian J. Anderson, Robbinsdale, MN US
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20110305805 | TREATMENT OF ANIMAL CARCASSES - Described is a method of sanitizing animal carcasses using aqueous streams having an antimicrobial composition added to the stream. Preferably, the antimicrobial composition includes a mixture of one or more carboxylic acids having up to 18 carbon atoms and one or more peroxycarboxylic acids having up to 12 carbon atoms, preferably a mixture of a C | 12-15-2011 |
20110311691 | TREATMENT OF ANIMAL CARCASSES - Described is a method of sanitizing animal carcasses using aqueous streams having an antimicrobial composition added to the stream. Preferably, the antimicrobial composition includes a mixture of one or more carboxylic acids having up to 18 carbon atoms and one or more peroxycarboxylic acids having up to 12 carbon atoms, preferably a mixture of a C | 12-22-2011 |
Carl Anderson, Prior Lake, MN US
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20090185175 | CAVITY RING DOWN SYSTEM HAVING A COMMON INPUT/OUTPUT PORT - A system having a multiple-mirror ring-down cavity with one mirror where light may be input into the cavity and light from the cavity may be detected. A valve may permit light to enter or not to enter the cavity. An amplifier may be connected to a detector for detecting light from the cavity. The amplifier may be off or set at a low gain when light is entering the cavity and be on at a medium or high gain at a time when light is not entering the cavity. | 07-23-2009 |
Christopher Anderson, New Hope, MN US
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20120158025 | ANASTOMOSIS DEVICE AND RELATED METHODS - An anastomosis device that includes a distal end portion is provided. The distal end portion of the catheter can include a stent-like drainage feature to prevent the formation of blood clots and to improve the flow of urine out of the catheter. The device can further include a balloon device having a thickened wall region to prevent puncturing or damage from the catheter tines. | 06-21-2012 |
Christopher Anderson, Minnetonka, MN US
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20120157982 | LASER PROBE TIP - A probe tip for communicating and laterally directing electromagnetic radiation comprises a waveguide, a primary capsule, a compressible member and a malleable secondary capsule. The waveguide is configured to communicate electromagnetic radiation and includes a beveled surface at a distal tip for redirecting electromagnetic radiation in a lateral direction. The primary capsule is attached over the distal tip of the waveguide. The compressible member covers a portion of the primary capsule. The malleable secondary capsule is positioned over the primary capsule and the compressible member, and includes a crimp that compresses the compressible member against the primary capsule and secures the secondary capsule to the primary capsule. | 06-21-2012 |
Christopher B. Anderson, Oak Grove, MN US
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20120110810 | Medical Device With Feature For Sterile Acceptance Of Non-Sterile Reusable Component - An apparatus maintains the sterility of a medical device while providing for the insertion of an insertable component into the medical device. The apparatus includes a medical device having a housing sized to contain the insertable component, an active feature, a cap, and a hinge member. A container encases the medical device within a device recess, a cap recess, and a container cover. The insertable component may be inserted into the housing while limiting potential contact with the exterior of the medical device. An alternative assembly comprises an insertion assembly having a handle and the insertable component detachably attached thereto. The medical device comprises a housing, an active feature, and a flexible member. An insertion tube is insertable within the flexible member to limit contact when the insertable component is inserted into the housing. Yet another configuration includes a resiliently hinged door assembly releasable by a release button. | 05-10-2012 |
20120111591 | Packaging For Reclaimable Component Of A Medical Device - An apparatus for reclaiming insertable electrical components includes a lid, a container base, and a seal. The container base includes a container bottom and sidewalls. The container bottom further includes a recess that is defined by a recess bottom and recess sidewalls and is sized and configured to receive an insertable electrical component. The lid includes at least one boss to restrain the movement of a portion of the insertable electrical component when the insertable electrical component is inserted into the recess of the container base and the lid is attached to the container base. The boss may include a boss contact attached to the boss, and the boss contact may be electrically coupled to a discharge device or to an exterior contact. | 05-10-2012 |
20120112690 | Medical Device Packaging with Charging Interface - An apparatus for delivering power to an electrically powered medical device includes a package and an electrical coupling feature. The package comprises an interior portion and a wall. The interior portion of the package is able to hold a sterile, electrically powered medical device having a rechargeable battery. The package is able to maintain sterility of the interior portion of the package. The electrical coupling feature may be in communication with the wall of the package and in further communication with the medical device. The electrical coupling feature may be able to deliver power from an external power source to the medical device to charge the battery of the medical device without compromising the sterility of the package or the sterility of the medical device. | 05-10-2012 |
20120115007 | Sterile Housing For Non-Sterile Medical Device Component - An apparatus for powering a medical device includes a battery pack, a connection feature on the battery pack, and a protective layer. In some versions the protective layer covers the battery pack and the connection feature to provide a fluid tight seal. In some versions, the connection feature comprises at least one electrode, which may pierce the protective layer to establish electrical communication with the medical device from within the protective layer such that a non-sterile battery pack could be used to deliver power to a sterile medical device without compromising sterility of the medical device. The protective layer may form a compartment. The at least one electrode may have a conical shape to facilitate piercing the protective layer. | 05-10-2012 |
20120305427 | Sterile Package System For Medical Device - An apparatus for aseptic insertion includes a container, a first cover, and a second cover. The container includes a first compartment, a second compartment, and a detachable wall disposed between the first compartment and the second compartment. The first cover is sized and configured to attach to the first compartment and the second cover is sized and configured to attach to the container. The detachable wall may defined by a top portion, a portion of a first distal wall of the first compartment, and a portion of a second proximal wall of the second compartment. The detachable wall may be removably attached to the first cover by the top portion of the detachable wall. | 12-06-2012 |
Claude Anderson, Arden Hills, MN US
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20090314046 | PRODUCTION OF A HIGH PHOSPHORUS FERTILIZER PRODUCT - This invention is related to methods for the production of high phosphorus fertilizer products from waste products. In particular, the method describes the production of liquid and dry fertilizer products produced from the incineration of wastewater treatment sludges utilizing biological phosphorus removal (Bio-P). The fertilizers produced can be used interchangeably for commercial purposes either directly as a fertilizer product, or mixed with other conventional products to produce custom blended fertilizers for particular purposes. | 12-24-2009 |
20130017084 | HIGH EFFICIENCY VERICAL AXIS WIND TURBINEAANM Anderson; ClaudeAACI Arden HillsAAST MNAACO USAAGP Anderson; Claude Arden Hills MN US - A vertical axis wind turbine having a rotor assembly within a support structure supporting a rotor assembly. A directional vane repositions a guide track to maintain a substantially fixed position relative to changes in the wind direction. A blade is rotatably connected to a strut extending from a rotatable shaft. The blade pitch is controllable with a guide pin positioned substantially near the trailing edge of the blade. The guide pin follows a guide track resulting in a blade pitch that may change as the blade rotates through a revolution. Multiple guide tracks may be used to change the blade pitch pattern at a given position as a result of varying operating conditions such as wind velocity. Using guide track pitch control, the drag and lift forces can be optimized for improved starting torque as well as improved lift and reduced drag under high wind velocity conditions. | 01-17-2013 |
Danny B. Anderson, North St. Paul, MN US
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20080305943 | ZIRCONIA PARTICLES - Zirconia particles, methods of making zirconia particles, composite materials that contain the zirconia particles, methods of making the composite materials, and zirconia sols that contain the zirconia particles are described. The zirconia particles are substantially non-associated and have an average size no greater than 50 nanometers and may contain yttrium. The zirconia particles are prepared by a method that includes two separate hydrothermal treatments. | 12-11-2008 |
20100119429 | METHODS OF MAKING METAL OXIDE NANOPARTICLES - Methods of preparing metal oxide nanoparticles are described. The methods involve the thermal decomposition of a metal-carboxylate complex within a continuous, flow-through, tubular reactor. The resulting metal oxide nanoparticles contain iron and can be magnetic, non-agglomerated, crystalline or a combination thereof. | 05-13-2010 |
20100276374 | METHOD OF MAKING ZIRCONIA-CONTAINING NANOPARTICLES - A method of preparing zirconia-containing nanoparticles and a method of preparing a composite material that includes the zirconia-containing nanoparticles are provided. A method of treating a zirconium carboxylate salt solution to remove alkali metal ions and alkaline earth ions is provided. The treated solution can be used as a feedstock to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. Additionally, a continuous hydrothermal reactor system is provided that can be used, for example, to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. | 11-04-2010 |
20140056778 | METHOD OF MAKING ZIRCONIA-CONTAINING NANOPARTICLES - A method of preparing zirconia-containing nanoparticles and a method of preparing a composite material that includes the zirconia-containing nanoparticles are provided. A method of treating a zirconium carboxylate salt solution to remove alkali metal ions and alkaline earth ions is provided. The treated solution can be used as a feedstock to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. Additionally, a continuous hydrothermal reactor system is provided that can be used, for example, to prepare the zirconia-containing nanoparticles. | 02-27-2014 |
David A. Anderson, Andover, MN US
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20090030334 | IMPLANTABLE HEART SOUND SENSOR WITH NOISE CANCELLATION - An implantable medical device system senses a first signal using a first acoustical sensor adapted to be operatively positioned in a first internal body location for sensing heart sounds in a patient. The system includes a second acoustical sensor adapted to be operatively positioned in a second internal body location for sensing sounds in the patient and generate a second signal that is less responsive to the heart sounds than the first acoustical signal. An implantable medical device including a housing and a processor enclosed in the housing receives the first signal and the second signal and generates a corrected first signal by canceling non-cardiac signals in the first signal using the second signal. | 01-29-2009 |
20100203234 | SHAPE MEMORY ALLOY ACTUATORS - A shape memory alloy (SMA) actuator includes a groove formed in a surface of a shape memory alloy (SMA) substrate establishing a trace pattern for a layer of conductive material formed over an electrically insulative layer. The trace pattern includes a first end, a second end, and a heating element disposed between the first and second ends. The SMA substrate is trained to deform at a transition temperature achieved when electricity is conducted through the conductive material via first and second interconnect pads terminating the first and second ends of the trace pattern. | 08-12-2010 |
David R. Anderson, Chaska, MN US
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20090319523 | Best Match Search - An apparatus system and methods are presented for best match search. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a plurality of functional modules configured to collect user profile information and a service provider criterion, match a service provider profile to at least one of the user profile information and the service provider criterion, calculate a service provider statistic based on service provider data associated with a selected service provider, and generate service provider comparison data in response to the service provider statistic. In the described embodiments, these modules include a profile collection module, a profile match module, a provider analyzer, and a provider comparison module. | 12-24-2009 |
20100070300 | Apparatus, System and Method for Natural History of Disease - An apparatus, system, and method for presentation of a natural history and the progression pathway of a disease is presented. In one embodiment, the apparatus an input/output adapter configured to receive information to generate a health profile for an individual. The apparatus may also include a processor configured to retrieve a disease progression map comprising one or more disease progression states from a data storage device, and determine a disease progression state associated with the individual in response to the health profile. In a further embodiment, the apparatus may include a display adapter coupled to the state determination module, the display module configured to display a graphical representation of the disease progression state with reference to the disease progression map. | 03-18-2010 |
20100114900 | Apparatus, System and Method for Rapid Cohort Analysis - An apparatus, system, and method for rapid cohort analysis. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an interface and a processor. The interface may receive an identifier of a first index attribute. The processor may search the database for a first group of records associated with the first index attribute, search the database for a second group of records, each record in the second group of records sharing a common second index attribute with a record in the first group of records, but not associated with the first index attribute, and calculate a statistic in response to information associated with the first group of records and the second group of records. | 05-06-2010 |
20100287190 | System and Method for Rapid Assessment of Lab Value Distributions - System and methods for rapid assessment of lab value distributions are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a data storage device and a server. The data storage device may be configured to store a database comprising one or more records, wherein the records are identified by one or more test codes. The server may receive a medical code, search the database to obtain a first group of records associated with individuals having the medical code, wherein each record of the first group of records is identified by a test code, search the database to obtain a second group of records associated with a control population, wherein each record of the second group of records is identified by the test code, and generate an output comprising a distribution graph on a shared scale from the first and second group of records. | 11-11-2010 |
20100325148 | System and Method for Generation of Attribute Driven Temporal Clustering - System and methods for rapid generation of attribute driven temporal clustering are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a data storage device and a server. The data storage device may be configured to store a database comprising a plurality of records. The system may also include a server in data communication with the data storage device. The server may be suitably programmed to receive a first attribute and a second attribute, search a database stored on a data storage device to obtain a first group of records associated with the first attribute, search the first group of records to obtain a second group of records associated with the second attribute, determine a temporal relationship between a first index date of a first attribute and a second index date of the second attribute, and generate an output comprising a graphical representation of the temporal relationship. | 12-23-2010 |
20110112853 | System and Method for Condition, Cost, and Duration Analysis - A system, method, and tangible computer program product for analysis of condition, cost, and duration are presented. In one embodiment, the system includes an interface and a processor. The interface may receive or obtain one or more attributes associated with a subject having a condition. The processor may search a database for a group of records associated with the attributes, wherein the records comprise cost and duration information associated with the condition, estimate cost and duration in response to the cost and duration information, and generate an output in response to the cost estimate and duration estimate. | 05-12-2011 |
20110119207 | Healthcare Index - System and methods for processing price data for health services are provided. In one embodiment, the system includes a data storage device configured to store a database comprising one or more records. The system may also include a server in data communication with the data storage device. The server may be suitably programmed to search the database to obtain a group of records of prices for a health service received by a group of subjects, wherein the health service is comprised in a service category; extract a representative price for the health service; determine a weight for the health service relative to the service category; and generate, using a processor, a weighted price for the health service based on the weight and the representative price. | 05-19-2011 |
20120116807 | Apparatus, system, and method for comparing healthcare - Methods, systems, and apparatuses for comparing healthcare data are disclosed. Some embodiments of the method for comparing healthcare data may include receiving healthcare data for geographic regions. The healthcare data may include healthcare variables and clinical data. Some embodiments of the method may further include analyzing, with a processing device, one or more healthcare variables for geographic regions. In some embodiments of the method, analyzing the one or more healthcare variables may include assigning each geographic region to one of several clusters based on the one or more healthcare variables. Some embodiments of the method may further include analyzing, with a processing device, the clinical data for geographic regions. In some embodiments of the method, analyzing the clinical data may include determining a primary magnitude for each geographic region of a primary measure, determining a secondary magnitude for each geographic region of a secondary measure, and comparing them. | 05-10-2012 |
20140236618 | ANALYZING ADMINISTRATIVE HEALTHCARE CLAIMS DATA AND OTHER DATA SOURCES - Techniques suitable for identifying potential subjects for a clinical trial and other applications are disclosed. One or more exclusion or inclusion criteria are defined for the clinical trial. One or more specialized searching tables are pre-generated using administrative healthcare claims data and the one or more exclusion or inclusion criteria. The specialized searching tables are searched. Through the searching step, subjects are identified within the administrative healthcare claims data who match the one or more exclusion or inclusion criteria. Through the searching step, a geographical area is identified corresponding to the subjects who match the one or more exclusion or inclusion criteria. A customized report is generated using the identified subjects and geographical area. | 08-21-2014 |
20140250107 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RAPID COHORT ANALYSIS - An apparatus, system, and method for rapid cohort analysis. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes an interface and a processor. The interface may receive an identifier of a first index attribute. The processor may search the database for a first group of records associated with the first index attribute, search the database for a second group of records, each record in the second group of records sharing a common second index attribute with a record in the first group of records, but not associated with the first index attribute, and calculate a statistic in response to information associated with the first group of records and the second group of records. | 09-04-2014 |
20140280309 | Efficient SQL Based Multi-Attribute Clustering - Efficient SQL based multi-attribute clustering of data attributes may be used to identify the most relevant combination of data attributes to an outcome. A global outcome value may be calculated to represent an average of the outcome. A subset outcome value for each subset of data attributes of a plurality of attributes may be calculated to represent average of the outcome for the subset. For each subset of data attributes, a number of members associated with the subset may be compared to a threshold, and the subsets with less members than the threshold may be removed. The subset outcome value for each subset of data attributes may be compared to the global outcome value, and a report may be generated that identifies each subset for which the corresponding subset outcome value is greater than or less than the global outcome value. | 09-18-2014 |
David T. Anderson, Hamburg, MN US
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20120011941 | OCCUPANCY SENSOR - Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to methods, devices, and systems for determining occupancy of a user. One method to determine occupancy of a user includes sensing a change in resistance of a sensor element of an occupancy sensor, correlating the change in resistance to a force transmitted to the occupancy sensor, and determining an occupancy status of a user based on the force transmitted. | 01-19-2012 |
20140326072 | OCCUPANCY SENSOR - Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to methods, devices, and systems for determining occupancy of a user. One method to determine occupancy of a user includes sensing a change in resistance of a sensor element of an occupancy sensor, correlating the change in resistance to a force transmitted to the occupancy sensor, and determining an occupancy status of a user based on the force transmitted. | 11-06-2014 |
David W. Anderson, Brooklyn Park, MN US
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20090012351 | VESSEL OCCLUSIVE DEVICE AND METHOD OF OCCLUDING A VESSEL - An implantable vessel occlusive device and method for occluding a vessel are described, for example to occlude the urethra or bladder neck. The devices and methods described utilize an occlusive member connected to a control mechanism. The occlusive member is reversibly changed from a non-occlusive condition to an occlusive condition, for example by depressing an activation button contained within a resilient, elastomeric cover surrounding the control mechanism. In the occlusive position, an initial tension is applied to the occlusive member through a tensioning suture. The tension is translated into an occlusive pressure applied to the urethra or bladder neck that is sufficient to prevent urinary leakage. The non-occlusive position can be obtained by depressing the de-activation button. The occlusive member is constructed to allow elution of drugs, such as may be required to combat infection or tissue encapsulation from its surface. | 01-08-2009 |
20120184980 | VESSEL OCCLUSIVE DEVICE AND METHOD OF OCCLUDING A VESSEL - An implantable vessel occlusive device and method for occluding a vessel are described, for example to occlude the urethra or bladder neck. The devices and methods described utilize an occlusive member connected to a control mechanism. The occlusive member is reversibly changed from a non-occlusive condition to an occlusive condition, for example by depressing an activation button contained within a resilient, elastomeric cover surrounding the control mechanism. In the occlusive position, an initial tension is applied to the occlusive member through a tensioning suture. The tension is translated into an occlusive pressure applied to the urethra or bladder neck that is sufficient to prevent urinary leakage. The non-occlusive position can be obtained by depressing the de-activation button. The occlusive member is constructed to allow elution of drugs, such as may be required to combat infection or tissue encapsulation from its surface. | 07-19-2012 |
20130274546 | HYDRAULIC URETHRAL OCCLUSIVE DEVICE - A totally implantable method for occluding the urethra or bladder neck utilizing an occlusive cuff connected to a control mechanism via a conduit tube. The occlusive cuff is reversibly changed from an activated (occlusive condition) to a de-activated (non-occlusive) condition by depressing a deactivation button contained within a resilient, elastomeric sheath surrounding the control mechanism. The occlusive condition is once again obtained by depressing an activation button also situated within the resilient sheath. In the occlusive condition, a preset tension is applied to a flexible diaphragm through a tensioning suture by a constant force spring contained within the control mechanism. This tension is translated into an occlusive pressure applied to the urethra or bladder neck sufficient to prevent urinary leakage. | 10-17-2013 |
20150021221 | MEDICAL DEVICE PACKAGE - A package system for a medical device is disclosed. The package system may include a first part and a second part, where a holding platform can be incorporated into the first part of the package system and a collection tray can be incorporated into the second part of the package system. The first part may include leg portions. The leg portions of the first part can be folded and fitted into matching pockets of the second part, so that the first part of the package system can provided a relatively elevated and stable holding platform to hold the medical device. The package system can contain the medical device in the package system in a storage state, and hold the medical device with the holding platform in an application state. | 01-22-2015 |
20150045609 | HYDRAULIC URETHRAL OCCLUSIVE DEVICE - A totally implantable method for occluding the urethra or bladder neck utilizing an occlusive cuff connected to a control mechanism via a conduit tube. The occlusive cuff is reversibly changed from an activated (occlusive condition) to a deactivated (non-occlusive) condition by depressing a deactivation button contained within a resilient, elastomeric sheath surrounding the control mechanism. The occlusive condition is once again obtained by depressing an activation button also situated within the resilient sheath. In the occlusive condition, a preset tension is applied to a flexible diaphragm through a tensioning suture by a constant force spring contained within the control mechanism. This tension is translated into an occlusive pressure applied to the urethra or bladder neck sufficient to prevent urinary leakage. | 02-12-2015 |
Dean S. Anderson, Cologne, MN US
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20090315701 | SENSING CIRCUIT BOARD COMMUNICATIONS MODULE ASSEMBLY - Methods, devices, and systems for electronic wireless communication in circuits for monitoring one or more activities of an individual are disclosed. One circuit board assembly embodiment includes a carrier board portion having a module contact pattern to electrically connect a module, selected from a plurality of different module types each having a contact pattern that corresponds to the module contact pattern of the carrier board portion, to a number of electrical components attached to the carrier board portion; a sensor portion for sensing one or more activities of an individual, the sensor portion electrically connected to the carrier board portion; and a communications module portion selected from the plurality of different module types, wherein the module portion has a contact pattern that corresponds to the module contact pattern and wherein the communications module portion is electrically connected to the carrier board portion via the module contact pattern. | 12-24-2009 |
20100277309 | POSITION DETECTION - Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to methods, devices, and systems for position detections of an individual. One method to detect a position of an individual includes creating a zone map by mapping locations of a number of fixed sensors in a zone and signal strengths of a number of communications between the fixed sensors and at least two wireless access points. The method also includes determining signal strength values of a number of communications between the wireless access points and a mobile sensor and comparing the signal strength values of the number of communications between at least two wireless access points and the mobile sensor with the zone map to determine the mobile sensor's position in relation to the zone. | 11-04-2010 |
20140222445 | HEALTH RELATED SOCIAL NETWORKING - The present disclosure includes method, system, and computer readable medium embodiments to implement a health related social network. One or more embodiments include receiving health information relating to a first user in a health related social network, publishing the received health information to a health page of the first user, and allowing access to the health page of the first user to a second user in the health related social network | 08-07-2014 |
20140222460 | ADAPTIVE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM - The present disclosure includes method and devices to implement an adaptive healthcare system. A number of embodiments include creating a healthcare file for each of a number of persons, wherein each of the healthcare files includes outcomes associated with changes in a lifestyle and/or medical condition of the number of persons, adjustments to the lifestyle and/or treatment of the number persons, and observations of the number of persons in an environment; and adapting healthcare of the number of persons using decision support based on the healthcare files. | 08-07-2014 |
Deloren E. Anderson, Crosslake, MN US
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20100128478 | HIGH INTENSITY REPLACEABLE LIGHT EMITTING DIODE MODULE AND ARRAY - A light fixture, comprising a matrix, a plurality of electrical sockets fixedly secured to the matrix and forming a rigid matrix of electrical sockets electrically interconnected in two dimensions. One or more light emitting diode modules are individually removable and replaceable within any individual electrical socket within the matrix. Each individual light emitting diode module includes a base and a light emitting diode, wherein the base is configured and arranged for fitted electrical engagement within the electrical socket. | 05-27-2010 |
20100231131 | LIGHT ARRAY MAINTENANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A lighting system includes a plurality of LED lights having at least two different color LED lights. A controller is coupled to the LED lights for independently controlling the intensity of sets of different color LED lights. A program stored on a storage device is operable on the controller to control the intensity of each of the different sets of different color LED lights to produce light representative of color and intensity changes of outdoor daylight conditions. | 09-16-2010 |
20110234077 | HIGH INTENSITY REPLACEABLE LIGHT EMITTING DIODE MODULE AND ARRAY - A light fixture, comprising a matrix, a plurality of electrical sockets fixedly secured to the matrix and forming a rigid matrix of electrical sockets electrically interconnected in two dimensions. One or more light emitting diode modules are individually removable and replaceable within any individual electrical socket within the matrix. Each individual light emitting diode module includes a base and a light emitting diode, wherein the base is configured and arranged for fitted electrical engagement within the electrical socket. | 09-29-2011 |
20130193829 | HIGH INTENSITY REPLACEABLE LIGHT EMITTING DIODE MODULE AND ARRAY - A light fixture, comprising a matrix, a plurality of electrical sockets fixedly secured to the matrix and forming a rigid matrix of electrical sockets electrically interconnected in two dimensions. One or more light emitting diode modules are individually removable and replaceable within any individual electrical socket within the matrix. Each individual light emitting diode module includes a base and a light emitting diode, wherein the base is configured and arranged for fitted electrical engagement within the electrical socket. | 08-01-2013 |
20130257285 | LIGHT ARRAY MAINTENANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A lighting system includes a plurality of LED lights having at least two different color LED lights. A controller is coupled to the LED lights for independently controlling the intensity of sets of different color LED lights. A program stored on a storage device is operable on the controller to control the intensity of each of the different sets of different color LED lights to produce light representative of color and intensity changes of outdoor daylight conditions. | 10-03-2013 |
20130301274 | LED FIXTURE WITH INTERCHANGEABLE COMPONENTS - A light includes a central tube having heat sink fins coupled to the tube, a light emitting diode package thermally coupled within the central tube and located a selected distance from a first end of the tube, an electronics module coupled to a second end of the tube and electrically connected through the tube to the light emitting diode package, an Edison connector coupled to the electronics module, and a lens optically coupled to the light emitting diode package, wherein the lens extends through the tube from an end proximate the light emitting diode package to beyond the first end of the tube to disperse light in a selected pattern. | 11-14-2013 |
20140211477 | LED FIXTURE WITH INTERCHANGEABLE COMPONENTS - A light includes a central tube having heat sink fins coupled to the tube, a light emitting diode package thermally coupled within the central tube and located a selected distance from a first end of the tube, an electronics module coupled to a second end of the tube and electrically connected through the tube to the light emitting diode package, an Edison connector coupled to the electronics module, and a lens optically coupled to the light emitting diode package, wherein the lens extends through the tube from an end proximate the light emitting diode package to beyond the first end of the tube to disperse light in a selected pattern. | 07-31-2014 |
20150085489 | LED LIGHT BULB - A light bulb includes an Edison style base, light emitting diode circuitry coupled to the base, a bulb sealed about the base and extending above the base, an elongated filament substrate supported by the base and extending into the bulb above the base, a light emitting diode channel supported by the filament substrate, coupled to the light emitting diode circuitry, and extending into the bulb above the base, and an inert gas disposed within the bulb. | 03-26-2015 |
Edward J. Anderson, Maple Grove, MN US
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20120197284 | DEVICES, THERAPEUTIC COMPOSITIONS AND CORRESPONDING PERCUTANEOUS TREATMENT METHODS FOR AORTIC DISSECTION - The methods and devices disclosed herein pertain to the percutaneous treatment of various forms of aortic dissection by at least partially filling the false lumen of the aortic dissection with a stabilization agent percutaneously and steps to decrease the size of the false lumen using the devices. Fluid maybe aspirated from the false lumen to decrease the volume of the false lumen. And the entrance opening between the true lumen and the false lumen may be sealed with a sealing agent such as a biocompatible adhesive. The medical devices disclosed herein generally comprise an extendable sealing element that is used in conjunction with a catheter to expand the true lumen while reducing the size of the false lumen. The device has the ability to aspirate and/or deliver fluid containing the stabilization agent into the false lumen. | 08-02-2012 |
20120323211 | Coated Balloons for Blood Vessel Stabilization - A coated balloon device for stabilizing a section of a blood vessel in a living subject is disclosed. The coating layer of the coated balloon comprises a phenolic compound having a plurality of phenolic groups connected to form a hydrophobic core with peripheral phenolic hydroxyl groups. The coating layer of the coated balloon may contain a hydrophilic polymer to facilitate the release of the phenolic compound. The balloon in general is made of a compliant polymer for atraumatic contact with the blood vessel. In some embodiments, the coating of the coated balloon device further comprises a hydrophilic undercoat layer between the balloon and the coating layer. In some embodiments, the coated balloon device further comprises a sacrificial top coating that dissolves upon delivery into the section of the blood vessel and comprises a hydrophilic composition including sugar, sugar derivatives, or a combination thereof. | 12-20-2012 |
Edward J. Anderson, Hopkins, MN US
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20100069954 | CLOSURE DEVICES, RELATED DELIVERY METHODS AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - A device for sealing a patent foramen ovale (PFO) in the heart is provided. The device includes a left atrial anchor adapted to be placed in a left atrium of the heart, a right atrial anchor adapted to be placed in a right atrium of the heart, and an elongate member adapted to extend through the passageway and connect the left and right atrial anchors. The right atrial anchor preferably includes a plurality of arms and a cover attached to the arms. The left atrial anchor preferably also includes a plurality of arms and preferably does not include a cover. Preferably, the elongate member has a first end fixedly connected to the left atrial anchor and a portion, proximal to the first end, passing through the right atrial anchor. Preferably, the elongate member is flexible. | 03-18-2010 |
20110152646 | NONINVASIVE DETECTION OF A PHYSIOLOGIC PARAMETER WITH A PROBE - The invention provides a device for contacting a surface of a patient's body to determine a physiologic parameter in a measurement region of a tissue of the patient. The device typically comprises a sensor responsive to the physiologic parameter and a probe housing the sensor. The probe is constructed to allow the sensor to be secured at a sensing site adjacent to the measurement region, without disturbing the blood flow within the measurement region of the tissue. The device may also include a means for reducing interference in the sensing area. Preferably, the device further comprises an indicating means operably connected to the sensor for indicating an analyte quantity and/or concentration associated with the physiologic parameter. | 06-23-2011 |
Gary Anderson, Arden Hills, MN US
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20080288890 | Multimedia presentation authoring and presentation - Various embodiments include one or more of systems, methods, software, data structures, and user interfaces for recording and delivery of multimedia presentations. Some embodiments include simultaneous recording of video and capturing of identifiers of other media elements selected for display from a playlist relative to time positions within the recorded video. | 11-20-2008 |
20120317218 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VIDEO MESSAGING AND CONFIRMATION - Various embodiments illustrated and described herein include systems, method, and software for video messaging generation, sending, view tracking, and automated follow-up. Such embodiments provide mechanisms allowing users to engage with recipients and to track and collect recipient information and their tendencies in order to increase communication effectiveness. Some embodiments include sending messages with links to video though various messaging platforms. For example, some embodiments include sending electronic messages via email or via an online hosted computer application system for delivery by the online hosted computer application. Examples of the online hosted computer applications include social networking websites such as FACEBOOK®, TWITTER®, and LINKEDIN®. Messages may be generated and sent by a video messaging system directly; through integration of a customer relationship management application with a video messaging system; through an email, text message, social networking message that includes a link to a video message; and other mechanisms. | 12-13-2012 |
20140095636 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VIDEO MESSAGING AND CONFIRMATION - Various embodiments illustrated and described herein include systems, method, and software for video messaging generation, sending, view tracking, and automated follow-up. Such embodiments provide mechanisms allowing users to engage with recipients and to track and collect recipient information and their tendencies in order to increase communication effectiveness. Some embodiments include sending messages with links to video though various messaging platforms. For example, some embodiments include sending electronic messages via email or via an online hosted computer application system for delivery by the online hosted computer application. Examples of the online hosted computer applications include social networking websites such as FACEBOOK®, TWITTER®, and LINKEDIN®. Messages may be generated and sent by a video messaging system directly; through integration of a customer relationship management application with a video messaging system; through an email, text message, social networking message that includes a link to a video message; and other mechanisms. | 04-03-2014 |
Harlan R. Anderson, Cokato, MN US
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20080299261 | TOTAL MIXED RATION EQUINE FEED - An illustrative method of making a total mixed ration (TMR) equine biscuit including a fibrous material and one or more nutritional supplements may include suspending the one or more nutritional supplements with the fibrous material and impregnating the one or more nutritional supplements into the fibrous material. The biscuit may have a starch content of less than 6 percent by weight. The biscuit may have a sugar content of less than 15 percent by weight. | 12-04-2008 |
Jake Anderson, Warroad, MN US
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20110139528 | SNOWMOBILE - A vehicle is shown such as a snowmobile, where a frame includes a tunnel and a front frame portion comprised of cast halves. A suspension system is comprised of upper and lower control arms connected to the front frame portion. Some of the frame components are adhesively fixed together. A powertrain is supported by the frame, and is comprised of an engine and a clutch. The clutch includes a clutch guard supporting an oil container. The engine has an exhaust system which extends through the front frame portion. The snowmobile also has a rear snow deflector. | 06-16-2011 |
James E. Anderson, Rochester, MN US
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20090249278 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IMPLEMENTING A COMPLETE SAP SYSTEM LANDSCAPE ON IBM SYSTEM i - A method of implementing a complete SAP system landscape on IBM System i is provided. This method involves preselecting at least one value-added reseller (VAR) for participation in implementing the complete SAP system landscape on IBM System i. The VAR then selects values for flexible parameters according to needs of a customer. The flexible parameters include languages for i5/OS and SAP, an amount of SAP ERC Central Component (ECC) systems ranging from one to three, an inclusion of a SAP Solution Manager, a client landscape, a configuration of SAP systems, and a level of software stack. The level of software stack includes a layer of the SAP systems, a layer implementing country-specific configuration, a layer implementing industry-specific configuration, and a layer of VAR added value. Media is created and implemented with the specified content at a factory using standard SAP procedures. A full backup of the SAP systems is then created using standard i5/OS operating system imaging. The media is restored by the VAR using the standard i5/OS operating system imaging at multiple customer sites. The VAR only need be an i5/OS system administrator having no knowledge about SAP on IBM System i to perform the operation. The VAR communicates feedback to the factory for improving the specified content. | 10-01-2009 |
James E. Anderson, St. Paul, MN US
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20110156616 | ELECTRICALLY PIXELATED LUMINESCENT DEVICE - Electrically pixelated luminescent devices, methods for forming electrically pixelated luminescent devices, systems including electrically pixelated luminescent devices, methods for using electrically pixelated luminescent devices. | 06-30-2011 |
James O. Anderson, Robbinsdale, MN US
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20120304456 | Solder Ball Pattern Forming - A ball grid array presentment apparatus and associated method are provided. The apparatus has a stationary guard defining a first passage. A core is mounted adjacent to the stationary guard, the core being operably moveable between an unload position and a second position. The core defines a second passage and supports a workpiece fixture operably retaining the ball grid array. The unload position of the core operably aligns the second passage to the first passage, the aligned passages being sized to permit access to unload the ball grid array from the workpiece fixture. The second position of the core operably misaligns the second passage from the first passage whereat the core and the stationary guard cooperatively form an enclosure around the workpiece fixture containing a supply of balls that are not retained in the ball grid array. | 12-06-2012 |
Jason Anderson, Minnetonka, MN US
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20110152908 | Catheter Including Composite Guide and Methods for use and manufacturing of the Same - A catheter assembly includes a catheter body having a catheter lumen. A manifold assembly is coupled with a proximal catheter portion. A manifold lumen extends through the manifold assembly, and the manifold lumen includes an assembly cavity extending around the proximal catheter portion. A fluid jet loop is coupled with a high pressure tube at a distal catheter portion. The catheter assembly further includes a composite guide having first and second guide portions. The first guide portion includes a proximal guide insert near the proximal catheter portion, the proximal guide insert is positioned within the assembly cavity, and includes a guide insert surface flush with a catheter body interior wall. The second guide portion includes a distal guide near the distal catheter portion including a tapered loop guide surface and an intermediate guide surface of the catheter lumen flushly engaged with a leading edge of the tapered loop guide surface. | 06-23-2011 |
20130138086 | Infusion Flow System and Fluid Coupling - Fluid infusion systems and fluid couplings are described herein. The infusion systems may include one or more fluid couplings used to make fluidic connection between a supply line and delivery tubing. The fluid couplings separate the functions of providing a seal around a delivery tube and retaining the delivery tube within the fluid coupling. The seal provided around the delivery tube prevents leakage around an exterior surface of a delivery tube such that fluid passing through the coupling must pass through the delivery tube rather than leak around the delivery tube. The structure used to retain the delivery tube in the fluid coupling prevents ejection of the delivery tube from the coupling due to the fluid pressures present in the coupling. The separate functions are performed by different structures within the fluid couplings. | 05-30-2013 |
20130184734 | CATHETER HAVING TAPERED GUIDE SURFACE - A catheter assembly includes a catheter body having a catheter lumen. A manifold assembly is coupled with a proximal catheter portion. A manifold lumen extends through the manifold assembly, and the manifold lumen includes an assembly cavity extending around the proximal catheter portion. A fluid jet loop is coupled with a high pressure tube at a distal catheter portion. The catheter assembly further includes a tapered loop guide surface. | 07-18-2013 |
Jay R. Anderson, Zumbrota, MN US
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20120174469 | RODENT STATION - A rodent station for capturing or trapping mice, rats or other rodents may provide one or more rodent entry points and is sized to receive one or more rodent suppression devices, such as conventional snap traps, ramp traps, glue boards, etc. The rodent station may present a high contrast entrance that is relatively darker than the station enclosure. The station opening size may be adjustable to accommodate both mice and/or rats. An interior receptacle for station maintenance records or other printed material may also be included. | 07-12-2012 |
Jay Richard Anderson, Kenyon, MN US
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20090289163 | Product Dispenser Connector - A product dispenser assembly including a product dispenser, a mounting member, and a connector. The connector includes a first portion and a second portion. The first portion includes a receiving member configured and arranged to operatively connect the product dispenser thereto. The second portion includes a connecting member configured and arranged to operatively connect the mounting member thereto. The first and second portions are rotatably operatively connected to position the receiving member and the connecting member in different positions relative to one another. | 11-26-2009 |
20130009027 | PRODUCT DISPENSER CONNECTOR - A product dispenser connector comprises a front portion, a rear portion, and a connector portion. The front portion includes a receiving member configured and arranged to releasably connect a product dispenser thereto. The rear portion includes a connecting member and an adjusting member. The connecting member is configured and arranged to releasably connect the rear portion to a mounting member. The adjusting member has an engaging portion. The connector portion interconnects the front portion and the rear portion. The rear portion is rotatably operatively connected to the front portion and the connector portion. The connector portion includes a first notch and a second notch. The engaging portion engages the first notch in a first configuration and engages the second notch in a second configuration. The adjusting member is configured and arranged to deflect to disengage the connector portion to change configurations. | 01-10-2013 |
Jeffrey Anderson, St. Louis Park, MN US
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20090260526 | GRILL RACK AND DRIP PAN - A grill rack and drip pan, comprising a base, a support connected to the base for supporting grillable items; and a drip pan in operable communication with the support and base to channel drippings from the grillable items. | 10-22-2009 |
Jeremy Carl Anderson, Winona, MN US
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20100258699 | ARBOR APPARATUS FOR COUNTERWEIGHT RIGGING SYSTEM - An arbor apparatus for use in a counterweight rigging system includes a support structure for supporting counterweight bricks in stacked arrangement. The arbor apparatus can be front-loading with left side, back and right side supports. The arbor apparatus can include a plurality of shelf members spaced apart in a longitudinal direction between the top and bottom ends. The arbor apparatus can also include a gate mechanism. The arbor apparatus can be implemented as a retrofit to existing manual counterweight rigging systems. | 10-14-2010 |
Jim Anderson, Chanhassen, MN US
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20110152916 | INTRAVASCULAR FILTER RESTRAINING DEVICE - A filtering device includes a filter that captures embolic material, a plurality of biased support struts that expand outwardly to deploy the filter, and a restraining mechanism. The restraining mechanism applies a restraining force that prevents the plurality of biased support struts from expanding outwardly to deploy the filter. An actuating member cooperates with a portion of the restraining mechanism to release the restraining force and allow the filter to deploy. | 06-23-2011 |
Jim Anderson, Minneapolis, MN US
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20110152917 | INTRAVASCULAR FILTER RESTRAINING DEVICE - A filtering device includes a filter that captures embolic material, a plurality of biased support struts that expand outwardly to deploy the filter, and a restraining mechanism. The restraining mechanism applies a restraining force that prevents the plurality of biased support struts from expanding outwardly to deploy the filter and includes a sleeve with one or more sleeve support bands biased to expand from a first position to a second position. An actuating member cooperates with a portion of the restraining mechanism to allow the sleeve support band to expand and release the restraining force. | 06-23-2011 |
John F. Anderson, Hopkins, MN US
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20100014699 | REVERSIBLE HEADSET - The reversible headset includes a curved body, at least one connection point and an ear hanger. The curved body includes a first end and a second end. The curved body is configured to be worn around the nape of the wearer's neck. The at least one connection point is suitable for connection of a hands-free communication device. The ear hanger extends from each of the first and second ends. The ear hanger includes an end portion and a body portion. The end portion is configurable to terminate at the top, forward portion of the pinna of a wearer's ear. The body portion is configurable to extend around the outer periphery of the pinna. | 01-21-2010 |
John R. Anderson, Lino Lakes, MN US
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20120036046 | Decorating System for Edible Products - A system for decorating edible media with licensed and non-licensed digital images is disclosed. The system includes a printer, a user interface element, a central control device hosting a number of licensed digital images for decorating edible media by authorized users. The licensed digital images are protected from unauthorized usage and unauthorized user access. | 02-09-2012 |
20120064204 | ONLINE DECORATING SYSTEM FOR EDIBLE PRODUCTS - A web-enabled standalone application may, in selected implementations, prevent received license-controlled image data from unauthorized re-use, editing, or distribution, and permits image processing, such as applying the International Color Consortium's color correction process, at the local control device. The web-enabled standalone application may further generate a printer specific byte stream based on post-image processed data, providing a color managed workflow independent of local control device operating system print drivers. | 03-15-2012 |
20150015919 | DECORATING SYSTEM FOR EDIBLE PRODUCTS - A device, method, and computer-readable medium for printing an image on an edible media. The method including receiving from an external device associated with a consumer the image, determining whether the image is of suitable quality to be printed on the edible media, transmitting a message to the external device, in response to a determination that the image is not of suitable quality to be printed on the edible media, and performing an image processing technique on the image to enhance the image for printing on the edible media, in response to a determination that the image is of suitable quality to be printed on the edible media. The method further including transmitting a request to a printer to print the enhanced image on the edible media, and transmitting a request to the printer to print a shipping label to ship the printed edible media to the consumer. | 01-15-2015 |
Jonathan D. Anderson, Minneapolis, MN US
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20120319012 | HIGH THROUGHPUT UV CURING SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF CURING A PLURALITY OF ARTICLES - High throughput UV curing systems for mass curing of a plurality of articles without compromising product quality. The systems comprise a plurality of UV banks, each bank comprising a plurality of fluorescent UV lamps, thereby creating a consistent blanket of UV energy. A plurality of coated articles are positioned between pairs of banks such that the UV exposure or dosage is evenly distributed for each article. The fluorescent UV lamps use proportionally lower energy per unit and generate less heat than standard UV lamps, while sufficiently curing the coating on each article. Throughput is increased compared to currently available systems because the systems are easier to maintain requiring less downtime, can cure significantly more articles per cycle, and reduce the number of rejected products. | 12-20-2012 |
Justin C. Anderson, Minnetonka, MN US
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20120059468 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REPAIR OF A SOFT TISSUE TO BONE ATTACHMENT - A strap for repairing the attachment between a bone and a soft tissue according to embodiments of the present invention includes an elongated flexible textile body including, along its longitudinal direction, first and second longitudinal parts, the first longitudinal part including a fixation mechanism, the fixation mechanism configured to mechanically cooperate with the second longitudinal part, after the second longitudinal part has been passed through at least the soft tissue, to form a loop around at least a portion of the soft tissue, wherein the fixation mechanism permits tightening of the loop to tension the elongated flexible textile body to hold the soft tissue in place with respect to the bone. | 03-08-2012 |
20120143349 | BARBED SCAFFOLDS - A scaffold for tissue reinforcement according to embodiments of the present invention includes a plurality of barbs configured to engage the tissue. Such scaffolds may include braids with barbed fibers in the axial positions, braids with flexible barb strips in the axial positions, weaves with barbed fiber in the warp positions, weaves with flexible barb strips in the weft positions, and cerclages or other structures with barbs on one surface to lock the scaffold upon itself. Such barbs may be configured to substantially prevent sliding in one or more directions, depending upon an orientation of the barbs. Flexible tack strips may be biocompatible and/or resorbable. | 06-07-2012 |
20120239145 | STRONG POROUS TRANS-TENDON REPAIR DEVICE WITH SUTURE TAILS - This reinforcing band ( | 09-20-2012 |
20120245633 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BONE ANCHOR INSERTER DEPTH INDICATION - A bone anchor inserter according to embodiments of the present invention includes a shaft configured to interface with a bone anchor, a proper depth indicator on the shaft, an upper visual indicator on the shaft, the upper visual indicator located adjacent to the proper depth indicator on a first side of the proper depth indicator furthest from the bone anchor, and a lower visual indicator on the shaft, the lower visual indicator located adjacent to the proper depth indicator on a second side of the proper depth indicator opposite from the first side, the lower visual indicator being visually distinct from the upper visual indicator. | 09-27-2012 |
20120265219 | ARTHROSCOPIC TECHNIQUE FOR LOAD SHARING WITH PATCH AND SUTURE ASSEMBLY - A method according to embodiments of the present invention includes attaching an assembly of suture and patch across a tendon to be repaired, for example a rotator cuff, and adjusting the tension of the suture and patch assembly independent of the tension of the repaired tendon. | 10-18-2012 |
Karl Anderson, Arden Hills, MN US
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20130024207 | USE OF PATIENT-CENTRIC RECORDS TO FACILITATE ANALYSIS OF OUTCOMES OF MEDICAL THERAPIES - Data is received from multiple data sources. The data received from the data sources provides information about patients in a population who have received one or more therapies. Patient-centric records are generated. Each of the patient-centric records stores patient data regarding a different patient in the population. The patient data stored in the patient-centric records is based on the data received from the data sources. | 01-24-2013 |
Keith Anderson, Minneapolis, MN US
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20130013047 | STENT DELIVERY SYSTEM - Stent delivery systems and methods for making and using the same are disclosed. An example stent delivery system may include an inner member having a proximal end. A sleeve may be coupled to the inner member adjacent to the proximal end. A deployment sheath may be disposed about the inner member. A gear rack assembly may be coupled to the deployment sheath. A stent may be disposed between the inner member and the deployment sheath. A handle may be coupled to the inner member and to the deployment sheath. The handle may include an actuation member. The actuation member may be coupled to the gear rack assembly so that actuation of the actuation member shifts the longitudinal position of the gear rack assembly and the deployment sheath. An engagement mechanism may be coupled to the gear rack assembly. | 01-10-2013 |
20130018451 | Delivery System - Medical systems and devices are described. In one example, a system for delivering an implantable endoprosthesis into a body vessel is described. The system includes a handle assembly having a housing, a rotatable member, a first pulley engaged to the rotatable member, a second pulley rotatably engaged to the housing, and a belt extending between the first pulley and the second pulley, the belt engaged to the first pulley. The system further includes an inner member, an outer sheath secured to the belt and disposed about at least a portion of the inner member. The system excludes a rack. | 01-17-2013 |
Kevin Anderson, Brooklyn Center, MN US
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20120029553 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR RECAPTURING AN IMPLANT FROM THE LEFT ATRIAL APPENDAGE - A system and method for retrieving an implantable device includes a delivery catheter, a recapture section, and a sheath. The delivery catheter has a proximal end and a distal end. The recapture section is axially extendable from the distal end of the delivery catheter. The sheath has a proximal end and a distal end and a lumen sized to receive the delivery catheter. A portion of the lumen of the sheath is actuatable from an enlarged inside diameter to a reduced inside diameter to apply an inwardly directed force to the recapture section. The delivery catheter can be actuated with respect to the sheath to extend or retract the recapture section with respect to the delivery catheter. | 02-02-2012 |
20120239077 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DELIVERING AN IMPLANT WITHOUT BIAS TO A LEFT ATRIAL APPENDAGE - An implant delivery system, comprising: an implantable device comprising a plurality of supports extending between a proximal end and a distal end, the supports being moveable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration, a proximal guide tube at the proximal end of the supports extending toward the distal end, and a distal guide tube at the distal end of the supports extending toward the proximal end, wherein the proximal and distal guide tubes are telescoping and become further engaged as the supports move from the collapsed to the expanded configuration. | 09-20-2012 |
20140081314 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DELIVERING AN IMPLANT WITHOUT BIAS TO A LEFT ATRIAL APPENDAGE - An implant delivery system, comprising: an implantable device comprising a plurality of supports extending between a proximal end and a distal end, the supports being moveable between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration, a proximal guide tube at the proximal end of the supports extending toward the distal end, and a distal guide tube at the distal end of the supports extending toward the proximal end, wherein the proximal and distal guide tubes are telescoping and become further engaged as the supports move from the collapsed to the expanded configuration. | 03-20-2014 |
Kimberly Anderson, Eagan, MN US
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20110220408 | Electrode and connector attachments for a cylindrical glass fiber wire lead - A cardiac pacemaker or other CRT device has one or more fine wire leads to the heart. Formed of a glass, silica, sapphire or crystalline quartz fiber with a metal coating, a unipolar lead can have an outer diameter as small as about 300 microns or even smaller. The metal buffer coating may be deposited directly on the glass/silica fiber, or upon an intermediate layer between the glass/silica fiber and metal, consisting of carbon and/or polymer. The resulting metallized glass/silica fibers are extremely durable, can be bent through small radii and will not fatigue even from millions of iterations of flexing. Bipolar fine wire leads can include several insulated metallized glass/silica fibers residing side by side, or can be coaxial with two or more insulated metal conductive paths. An outer protective sheath of a flexible polymer material can be included. The fine wire lead incorporates a thin metal conductor, which poses unique challenges for attachment to standardized connectors, as well as stimulation electrodes. The present invention describes means and materials for creating robust and durable electrically conductive connections between the fine wire lead body and a proximal standardized connector and distal ring and tip electrodes. | 09-15-2011 |
20130041447 | DURABLE FINE WIRE LEAD FOR THERAPEUTIC ELECTROSTIMULATION AND SENSING - A cardiac pacemaker, other CRT device or neurostimulator has one or more fine wire leads. Formed of a glass, silica, sapphire or crystalline quartz fiber with a metal buffer cladding, a unipolar lead can have an outer diameter as small as about 300 microns or even smaller. The buffered fibers are extremely durable, can be bent through small radii and will not fatigue even from millions of iterations of flexing. Bipolar leads can include several conductors side by side within a glass/silica fiber, or can be concentric metal coatings in a structure including several fiber layers. An outer protective sheath of a flexible polymer material can be included. | 02-14-2013 |
Kimberly A. Anderson, Eagen, MN US
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20110257472 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CYSTOCELE REPAIR - A method for cystocele repair comprising the steps of: establishing four pathways in tissue around a bladder of a patient, introducing a strap into each of said pathways, and positioning beneath said bladder of said patient a support member having each said strap connected thereto such that said bladder of said patient is supported by said support member and a bulge of said bladder into a vagina of said patient is reduced. | 10-20-2011 |
Lori Anderson, Minnetonka, MN US
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20130016497 | RETRACTABLE ELECTROLUMINESCENT DISPLAY SYSTEM - A portable display system having a portable housing including a base for supporting the housing on a flat surface and including an electroluminescent display panel which is flexible and provided in a first extended orientation wherein the display panel is visible to a bystander and a second rolled orientation with the display panel returned into a housing interior. An elongated frame supports the display panel in the first extended orientation, with the frame including a first end which engages the housing and a second end that engages the display panel. A return mechanism, such as a spring return, is provided within the housing for retracting the display panel from the first extended orientation into the second retracted orientation. | 01-17-2013 |
Mark J. Anderson, Oronoco, MN US
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20120158679 | Controlling Database Trigger Execution with Trigger Return Data - A database trigger generates a return code having the effect of inhibiting further executions of the trigger within a pre-defined scope of execution. Preferably, the pre-defined scope is a task or process executing on behalf of a particular user. Upon first encountering the applicable trigger condition, the corresponding trigger is fired normally. Internal logic within the trigger determines whether it is necessary to call the same trigger again within the same scope, and if not, generates corresponding return data. A database management system which manages the trigger and causes it to automatically fire intercepts the return data and disables further firing of the trigger for the pre-defined scope. | 06-21-2012 |
20140330823 | STORING CHANGES MADE TOWARD A LIMIT - A program identifier, a limit identifier, a minimum value, and an increment value are stored to limit data. The limit identifier identifies a first variable used by the program. In response to storing a data value to a second variable, the stored limit identifier is found and a determination is made whether the stored limit identifier identifies the second variable. If the stored limit identifier identifies the second variable, a determination is made whether the data value is greater than the minimum value. If the data value is greater than the minimum value, the data value is stored to a log if an absolute value of the data value minus a most recently logged data value that was previously stored to the second variable is greater than the increment value. The execution of the program is halted or a user is notified in response to the storing to the log. | 11-06-2014 |
Milton W. Anderson, Eagan, MN US
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20100040712 | THROAT SPRAY - An orally administered composition for relieving or eliminating snoring is described. The composition generally has four mechanisms of action for combating snoring. The composition includes a tissue-firming or astringent agent to firm up throat tissue. The composition also includes a soothing agent to soothe irritated or inflamed tissues. Also included in the composition is a lubricant to moisten dry or dehydrated tissues, and a mucous-thinning or expectorant agent to help remove any obstructive matter near the throat tissues. | 02-18-2010 |
Narin Anderson, Savage, MN US
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20100268263 | EMBOLIC PROTECTION FILTERS, FILTER MEMBRANES, AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - Embolic protection filters, filter membranes, and methods for making and using the same. An example embolic protection filter may include an elongate shaft having a proximal region and a distal region. A filter frame may be to the distal region. A filter membrane may be attached to the filter frame. The filter membrane may have a plurality of apertures formed therein. The filter membrane may include a polymer having a bulk portion and a surface portion. The surface portion may include a surface modification. | 10-21-2010 |
Neal T. Anderson, Edina, MN US
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20100307936 | HANGING DISPLAY PACKAGE AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS AND METHODS - A hanging display package includes a hanger and a box. The hanger defines a top segment and a bottom segment spaced from and coupled with the top segment and includes a hook extending upwardly from the top segment. The box includes front and rear panels, a top panel extending between and above the front and rear panels, and a side panel extending from the front panel to the rear panel. A cavity is defined between the panels. The top panel borders each of the front and rear panels along first and second fold lines, respectively, and is substantially planar. The side panel defines a topmost edge spaced below the top panel such that a side opening is defined between the topmost edge and the front panel. The bottom segment of the hanger extends through the side opening. Other products, assemblies, and methods are also disclosed. | 12-09-2010 |
Paul Anderson, Alexandria, MN US
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20120122640 | CONTINUOUS MOTION CASE FORMER - Among other things, a case forming system is provided. The system includes a conveyance apparatus for conveying case precursors along a conveyance path and a case set-up apparatus characterized by a case forming member. Upstream case precursors are conveyed along the conveyance path for operation thereupon by the case forming member. A case forming mandrel of a mandrel assembly is movably mounted in relation to the conveyance apparatus for continuos motion with respect thereto. The continuous motion is delimited by travel of the case forming mandrel between an upstream locus and a downstream locus of the conveyance path, and reversible extension of the case forming mandrel towards case precursors during travel between the upstream locus and the downstream locus of the conveyance path. | 05-17-2012 |
Paul R. Anderson, Zimmerman, MN US
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20100071786 | Pressure Loaded Service Regulator with Pressure Balanced Trim - A gas regulator includes an actuator, a regulator valve, and pressure loading device. The pressure loading device provides a pressure load to a surface of a diaphragm of the actuator to act against a downstream pressure being applied to the opposite surface of the diaphragm and being controlled by the regulator. As the downstream pressure varies and the diaphragm displaces to move a control element to regulate the downstream pressure, the pressure loading device maintains a specified load pressure. The regulator may further include a balanced trim applying a balancing force to offset a force of an upstream pressure on the control element. | 03-25-2010 |
Richard P. Anderson, Cedar Lake Township, MN US
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20110121103 | SPRAYER FOR A FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM - The present disclosure generally relates to a sprayer for a fluid delivery system. In one example, a sprayer for a fluid delivery system is provided. The sprayer includes a main body having a handle and a trigger. The sprayer also includes a spray head having a fluid input for receiving fluid material and a fluid output for spraying the fluid material. The spray head is removably couplable to the main body by rotating the spray head with respect to the main body to engage a connection component of the spray head to a corresponding connection component of the main body. The sprayer also includes a spray head locking mechanism on the main body that extends to engage a portion of the spray head. | 05-26-2011 |
Roger Alan Anderson, Lino Lakes, MN US
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20120317218 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VIDEO MESSAGING AND CONFIRMATION - Various embodiments illustrated and described herein include systems, method, and software for video messaging generation, sending, view tracking, and automated follow-up. Such embodiments provide mechanisms allowing users to engage with recipients and to track and collect recipient information and their tendencies in order to increase communication effectiveness. Some embodiments include sending messages with links to video though various messaging platforms. For example, some embodiments include sending electronic messages via email or via an online hosted computer application system for delivery by the online hosted computer application. Examples of the online hosted computer applications include social networking websites such as FACEBOOK®, TWITTER®, and LINKEDIN®. Messages may be generated and sent by a video messaging system directly; through integration of a customer relationship management application with a video messaging system; through an email, text message, social networking message that includes a link to a video message; and other mechanisms. | 12-13-2012 |
20140095636 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VIDEO MESSAGING AND CONFIRMATION - Various embodiments illustrated and described herein include systems, method, and software for video messaging generation, sending, view tracking, and automated follow-up. Such embodiments provide mechanisms allowing users to engage with recipients and to track and collect recipient information and their tendencies in order to increase communication effectiveness. Some embodiments include sending messages with links to video though various messaging platforms. For example, some embodiments include sending electronic messages via email or via an online hosted computer application system for delivery by the online hosted computer application. Examples of the online hosted computer applications include social networking websites such as FACEBOOK®, TWITTER®, and LINKEDIN®. Messages may be generated and sent by a video messaging system directly; through integration of a customer relationship management application with a video messaging system; through an email, text message, social networking message that includes a link to a video message; and other mechanisms. | 04-03-2014 |
Ronald Eldon Anderson, Lakeville, MN US
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20100313673 | Unmounted Head Gimbal Assembly Clamping Plate - An apparatus and associated method for non-permanently fixturing an unmounted head gimbal assembly (UHGA). A backing plate has a planar body defining a plurality of contact points, and a lip extending from the body that is operably alignable with the UHGA so that a force applied against the lip transfers through the body to urge each of the contact points against the UHGA. | 12-16-2010 |
Ross Norman Anderson, Chanhassen, MN US
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20090266041 | Seal arrangement for filter element; Filter element assembly; and, methods - A filter cartridge arrangement is provided which includes a media pack comprising Z-filter media, a preform and a housing seal member. Improvements in the preform and seal member are described which include: a single beveled surface of the seal member to facilitate installation; and, an inside region of the seal member having a tip adjacent in inwardly directed lip of the preform, to control flash during molding. A variety of media pack configurations and features are described. | 10-29-2009 |
20090301045 | Seal Arrangement for Filter Element; Filter Element Assembly; and, Methods - A filter cartridge arrangement is provided which includes a media pack comprising Z-filter media, a preform and a housing seal member. Improvements in the preform and seal member are described which include: a single beveled surface of the seal member to facilitate installation; and, an inside region of the seal member having a tip adjacent in inwardly directed lip of the preform, to control flash during molding. A variety of media pack configurations and features are described. | 12-10-2009 |
20140033667 | SEAL ARRANGEMENT FOR FILTER ELEMENT; FILTER ELEMENT ASSEMBLY; AND, METHODS - A filter cartridge arrangement is provided which includes a media pack comprising Z-filter media, a preform and a housing seal member. Improvements in the preform and seal member are described which include: a single beveled surface of the seal member to facilitate installation; and, an inside region of the seal member having a tip adjacent in inwardly directed lip of the preform, to control flash during molding. A variety of media pack configurations and features are described. | 02-06-2014 |
Russell E. Anderson, Hopkins, MN US
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20110178566 | PACING AND SENSING VECTORS - A method for allowing cardiac signals to be sensed and pacing pulse vectors to be delivered between two or more electrodes. In one embodiment, cardiac signals are sensed and pacing pulse vectors are delivered between at least one of a first left ventricular electrode and a second left ventricular electrode. Alternatively, cardiac signals are sensed and pacing pulse vectors are delivered between different combinations of the first and second left ventricular electrodes and a first supraventricular electrode. In addition, cardiac signals are sensed and pacing pulse vectors are delivered between different combinations of the first and second left ventricular electrode, the first supraventricular electrode and a conductive housing. In an additional embodiment, a first right ventricular electrode is used to sense cardiac signals and provide pacing pulses with different combinations of the first and second left ventricular electrodes, the first supraventricular electrode and the housing. | 07-21-2011 |
20140277236 | PACING AND SENSING VECTORS - A method for allowing cardiac signals to be sensed and pacing pulse vectors to be delivered between two or more electrodes. In one embodiment, cardiac signals are sensed and pacing pulse vectors are delivered between at least one of a first left ventricular electrode and a second left ventricular electrode. Alternatively, cardiac signals are sensed and pacing pulse vectors are delivered between different combinations of the first and second left ventricular electrodes and a first supraventricular electrode. In addition, cardiac signals are sensed and pacing pulse vectors are delivered between different combinations of the first and second left ventricular electrode, the first supraventricular electrode and a conductive housing. In an additional embodiment, a first right ventricular electrode is used to sense cardiac signals and provide pacing pulses with different combinations of the first and second left ventricular electrodes, the first supraventricular electrode and the housing. | 09-18-2014 |
Russell Eugene Anderson, Hopkins, MN US
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20090198302 | MEASUREMENT OF PATIENT PHYSIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS - A method of determining one or more physiological parameter of a patient by providing a plurality of implantable electrodes proximate a blood vessel of the patient, applying a measurement signal through the plurality of electrodes, the measurement signal having a known parameter, obtaining a resultant signal through the plurality of electrodes, the resultant signal having a resultant parameter, calculating vascular impedance based on the measurement signal and the resultant signal, and calculating a physiological parameter based on the vascular impedance. In some embodiments, the physiological parameter is utilized to modify a therapy signal controlling therapy delivered to the patient. | 08-06-2009 |
20120149998 | MEASUREMENT OF PATIENT PHYSIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS - A method of determining one or more physiological parameter of a patient by providing a plurality of implantable electrodes proximate a blood vessel of the patient, applying a measurement signal through the plurality of electrodes, the measurement signal having a known parameter, obtaining a resultant signal through the plurality of electrodes, the resultant signal having a resultant parameter, calculating vascular impedance based on the measurement signal and the resultant signal, and calculating a physiological parameter based on the vascular impedance. In some embodiments, the physiological parameter is utilized to modify a therapy signal controlling therapy delivered to the patient. | 06-14-2012 |
20130079617 | MEASUREMENT OF PATIENT PHYSIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS - A method of determining one or more physiological parameter of a patient by providing a plurality of implantable electrodes proximate a blood vessel of the patient, applying a measurement signal through the plurality of electrodes, the measurement signal having a known parameter, obtaining a resultant signal through the plurality of electrodes, the resultant signal having a resultant parameter, calculating vascular impedance based on the measurement signal and the resultant signal, and calculating a physiological parameter based on the vascular impedance. In some embodiments, the physiological parameter is utilized to modify a therapy signal controlling therapy delivered to the patient. | 03-28-2013 |
20140121556 | MEASUREMENT OF PATIENT PHYSIOLOGICAL PARAMETERS - A method of determining one or more physiological parameter of a patient by providing a plurality of implantable electrodes proximate a blood vessel of the patient, applying a measurement signal through the plurality of electrodes, the measurement signal having a known parameter, obtaining a resultant signal through the plurality of electrodes, the resultant signal having a resultant parameter, calculating vascular impedance based on the measurement signal and the resultant signal, and calculating a physiological parameter based on the vascular impedance. In some embodiments, the physiological parameter is utilized to modify a therapy signal controlling therapy delivered to the patient. | 05-01-2014 |
S. Keith Anderson, Rochester, MN US
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20090298082 | BIOMARKER PANELS FOR PREDICTING PROSTATE CANCER OUTCOMES - This document provides methods and materials related to assessing male mammals (e.g., humans) with prostate cancer. For example, methods and materials for predicting (1) which patients, at the time of PSA reoccurrence, will later develop systemic disease, (2) which patients, at the time of retropubic radial prostatectomy, will later develop systemic disease, and (3) which patients, at the time of systemic disease, will later die from prostate cancer are provided. | 12-03-2009 |
Stacy Anderson, Woodbury, MN US
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20120064874 | MOVIE MODE AND CONTENT AWARDING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and method is presented for awarding content to users of mobile devices for attending events, appearing at locations, or viewing audiovisual content. One embodiment also automatically alters the configuration of mobile devices, which is particularly useful in movie theaters. An application on the device recognizes an audible signal provided at the location or in the audiovisual content. The signal can also be used to unlock content. In this way, desired content is available only when the user has attended an event such as an event sponsored by the content creator. The content can relate to the event, and can be synchronized to the event. The signal can also trigger an application or unlock content at a store location. For example, a scavenger hunt can be guided by an application on the mobile device. | 03-15-2012 |
Stephen Anderson, Coon Rapids, MN US
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20110077847 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR GAS ENGINE ENHANCED STARTING - A system includes an internal combustion engine having an air intake and a pressurizing device disposed in the air intake. The pressurizing device is a turbocharger or a supercharger. A gaseous fuel supply is fluidly coupled to the air intake at a position upstream of the pressurizing device through a first fluid conduit and fluidly coupled to the air intake at a position downstream of the pressurizing device through a second fluid conduit. A valve is disposed in the second fluid conduit and includes an electronic control input. The valve responds to an electronic signal at the electronic control input. The system includes an engine start indicating device electronically coupled to the electronic control input, where the engine start indicating device provides the electronic signal to open the valve in response to the engine being in a starting operating condition. | 03-31-2011 |
Steven Anderson, Shakopee, MN US
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20090110360 | SPLICE TRAY HOLDER - A splice tray holder includes a body with a first portion, a second portion, and a front surface. A retention portion is disposed on an outer periphery of each of the first and second portions and defines a receiving groove having an inner surface that faces toward the front surface of the body. A spring portion is disposed on each of the first and second portions, wherein the spring portion is adapted to provide a biasing force in a direction from the front surface of the body toward the inner surface of the receiving groove. | 04-30-2009 |
20100266254 | SPLICE TRAY HOLDER - A splice tray holder includes a body with a first portion, a second portion, and a front surface. A retention portion is disposed on an outer periphery of each of the first and second portions and defines a receiving groove having an inner surface that faces toward the front surface of the body. A spring portion is disposed on each of the first and second portions, wherein the spring portion is adapted to provide a biasing force in a direction from the front surface of the body toward the inner surface of the receiving groove. | 10-21-2010 |
Steven Anderson, St. Paul, MN US
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20100250582 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND SOFTWARE FOR SEARCHING AND RETRIEVING FACT-CENTRIC DOCUMENTS - One exemplary system receives a user query containing at least one fact and normalizes that query into a query footprint. Within the information-retrieval system, each document has a pre-computed document footprint. The document footprint can take into account the facts and/or anchor terms and their relationships to other facts, anchor terms and/or general terms within the document. The query footprint relates to each document footprint and any document footprint that is within a similarity threshold is selected. Finally, a signal associated with the documents associated with the selected document footprints is transmitted to the user. | 09-30-2010 |
Steven Brant Anderson, St. Paul, MN US
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20120089640 | Systems, Methods, Software For Integration of Case Law, Legal Briefs, and Litigation Documents into Law Firm Workflow - The present inventors recognized a need for improving conventional informational retrieval systems, particularly those intended for retrieval of legal information. Accordingly, they devised systems, methods, and software that facilitate online access to documents, such as non-opinion legal documents, in context of a legal workflow. An exemplary method of operation includes determining that a user of a client access device is performing a litigation-related task using a word-processing application on the client-access device. And in response to an affirmative determination, providing trial court materials relevant to the litigation-related task to the client access device without the user leaving the word-processing application. In some embodiments, the word-processing application is launched from a case-management application that provides case, activity, and role information to the online legal research system. | 04-12-2012 |
Thomas A. Anderson, New Hope, MN US
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20100185262 | CO-LOCATION OF EMITTERS AND DETECTORS AND METHOD OF OPERATION - An implantable medical device having an optical sensor selects the function of modular opto-electronic assemblies included in the optical sensor. Each assembly is provided with at least one light emitting device and at least one light detecting device. A device controller coupled to the optical sensor controls the function of each the assemblies. The controller executes a sensor performance test and selects at least one of the plurality of assemblies to operate as a light emitting assembly in response to a result of the performance test. The controller selects at least one other of the plurality of optical sensor assemblies to operate as a light detecting assembly in response to a result of the performance test | 07-22-2010 |
20110190608 | OPTICAL SENSOR FOR MEDICAL DEVICE - An optical sensor for a medical device includes a fixed lens spacing between emit and receive modules to achieve target sensor sensitivity, while varying other sensor parameters in order to increase signal amplitude without increasing power demand. The size of at least one of emit and receive module lenses of an optical sensor, and the offset between the opto-electronic component and the respective lens of at least one of emit and receive modules is decreased to increase amplitude of the signal received by the receive module from the emit module. | 08-04-2011 |
20110190609 | OPTICAL SENSOR FOR MEDICAL DEVICE - An optical sensor for a medical device includes a fixed lens spacing between emit and receive modules to achieve target sensor sensitivity, while varying other sensor parameters in order to increase signal amplitude without increasing power demand. An optical sensor connected to a housing of a medical device includes a circuit board, an opto-electronic component, a wall, a lens, and a ferrule. The circuit board is arranged within the housing. The opto-electronic component is mounted on a surface of the circuit board. The wall protrudes from the surface of the circuit board and surrounds the opto-electronic component. The lens is offset from the surface of the circuit board. The ferrule is connected to the housing, the lens and the wall. An inner surface of the wall mates with an outer surface of the ferrule. | 08-04-2011 |
20110190610 | OPTICAL SENSOR FOR MEDICAL DEVICE - An optical sensor for a medical device includes a fixed lens spacing between emit and receive modules to achieve target sensor sensitivity, while varying other sensor parameters in order to increase signal amplitude without increasing power demand. The arrangement of an opto-electronic component within an optical sensor receive module is improved by masking the receive module lens with an opaque member to create a masked lens leading edge that is aligned with a leading edge of the opto-electronic component. | 08-04-2011 |
20120172690 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE FIXATION - An assembly includes an implantable medical device (IMD) including a conductive housing, and a fixation element assembly attached to the IMD. The fixation element assembly includes a set of active fixation tines and an insulator to electrically isolate the set of active fixation tines from the conductive housing of the implantable medical device. The active fixation tines in the set are deployable from a spring-loaded position in which distal ends of the active fixation tines point away from the implantable medical device to a hooked position in which the active fixation tines bend back towards the implantable medical device. The active fixation tines are configured to secure the implantable medical device to a patient tissue when deployed while the distal ends of the active fixation tines are positioned adjacent to the patient tissue. | 07-05-2012 |
20120172892 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE FIXATION - Various fixation techniques for implantable medical device (IMDs) are described. In one example, an assembly comprises an IMD; and a set of active fixation tines attached to the IMD. The active fixation tines in the set are deployable from a spring-loaded position in which distal ends of the active fixation tines point away from the IMD to a hooked position in which the active fixation tines bend back towards the IMD. The active fixation tines are configured to secure the IMD to a patient tissue when deployed while the distal ends of the active fixation tines are positioned adjacent to the patient tissue. | 07-05-2012 |
20130053921 | HOLDING MEMBERS FOR IMPLANTABLE CARDIAC STIMULATION DEVICES - A holding member for an implantable cardiac device facilitates tether attachment and removal, at time of implant, and snaring, or otherwise capturing, for subsequent explant. Preferably located in proximity to a proximal end wall of a shell of the device, the holding member includes a strut portion, being spaced proximally apart from the proximal end wall, a waist portion, defining a recess, and an engagement section, extending between the strut portion and the waist portion and overhanging the recess. The waist portion may either extend between the strut portion and the proximal end wall, or be formed in the shell, distal to the proximal end wall. Alternately, the holding member includes a loop element and an engagement element coupled thereto, between first and second segments thereof. The segments are initially formed to give the loop element an opening, and have a flexibility to be compressed together. | 02-28-2013 |
20140180306 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE FIXATION - Various fixation techniques for implantable medical device (IMDs) are described. In one example, an assembly comprises an IMD; and a set of active fixation tines attached to the IMD. The active fixation tines in the set are deployable from a spring-loaded position in which distal ends of the active fixation tines point away from the IMD to a hooked position in which the active fixation tines bend back towards the IMD. The active fixation tines are configured to secure the IMD to a patient tissue when deployed while the distal ends of the active fixation tines are positioned adjacent to the patient tissue. | 06-26-2014 |
20150039069 | FIXATION FOR IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICES - A tine portion for an implantable medical device includes a hook segment and a distal segment terminated by a tissue-piercing tip, wherein the distal segment extends from the hook segment to the tip. The hook segment, which is elastically deformable from a pre-set curvature, has one of: a round cross-section and an elliptical cross-section, while the distal segment has a flattened, or approximately rectangular cross-section. One or a pair of the tine portions may be integrally formed, with a base portion, from a superelastic wire, wherein the base portion is configured to fixedly attach to the device, for example, being captured between insulative members of a fixation subassembly. | 02-05-2015 |
20150045868 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE FIXATION - Various fixation techniques for implantable medical device (IMDs) are described. In one example, an assembly comprises an IMD; and a set of active fixation tines attached to the IMD. The active fixation tines in the set are deployable from a spring-loaded position in which distal ends of the active fixation tines point away from the IMD to a hooked position in which the active fixation tines bend back towards the IMD. The active fixation tines are configured to secure the IMD to a patient tissue when deployed while the distal ends of the active fixation tines are positioned adjacent to the patient tissue. | 02-12-2015 |
Thomas J. Anderson, Cottage Gove, MN US
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20120231711 | METHOD OF MAKING A COATED ABRASIVE ARTICLE HAVING SHAPED ABRASIVE PARTICLES AND RESULTING PRODUCT - A method of making a coated abrasive article includes the steps of: applying a make coat to a first major surface of a backing; applying shaped abrasive particles to the make coat to form a first abrasive layer consisting essentially of shaped abrasive particles; applying diluent particles to the make coat over the shaped abrasive particles to form a final abrasive layer; applying a size coat over the final abrasive layer; curing the make and size coats; and wherein the shaped abrasive particles comprise a vertex opposite a base and a width of the shaped abrasive particle tapers from the base to the vertex. | 09-13-2012 |
Timm R. Anderson, Minneapolis, MN US
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20130024387 | Systems and Methods for Tracking Assigned Code Strings - Systems and methods of tracking assigned random code strings are provided. Random code strings are grouped and each group is assigned a consecutive identifier. The assignment of the groups of random code strings to the consecutive identifier can be stored in a database, printed on a tag and/or printed directly on instantiations of products. The unique code strings themselves can be used to identify a group to which they are assigned and an amount of unique code strings in the identified group. | 01-24-2013 |
Troy A. Anderson, Eagan, MN US
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20120312390 | MOBILE CLEANING SYSTEM - A mobile cleaning system ( | 12-13-2012 |
20130216450 | CONTROLLED DISSOLUTION SOLID PRODUCT DISPENSER - A method, apparatus, and system for obtaining a solution from a solid product are disclosed. A solid product is housed in a dispenser. A liquid is introduced into the housing of the dispenser to interact with the solid product to form a solution. To control the concentration of the formed solution, the turbulence of the liquid introduced to the dispenser is controlled and adjusted either manually or on a real time basis to account for varying characteristics of either or both of the solid product and the liquid. The dispenser will adjust the turbulence based on the characteristics to maintain a formed solution within an acceptable range of concentration. The concentrated solution can then be discharged from the dispenser to an end use application. | 08-22-2013 |
20130292355 | COLLAPSIBLE BOTTLE - The present disclosure relates to rigid, collapsible bottles that may be drained of their contents by gravity. The structural features of the bottle design help facilitate controlled bottle collapse. | 11-07-2013 |
20130292410 | FLUID DISPENSERS WITH ADJUSTABLE DOSING - A fluid dispenser includes an adjustable dosing mechanism that permits adjustment of the amount of fluid to be dispensed. An adjustable dosing mechanism may be inserted into the dispenser in either a high dose orientation or a low dose orientation. The body further includes pair of dose adjusting flanges. When the adjustable dosing mechanism body is received into the dispenser in the high dose orientation, a relatively larger quantity of fluid product is dispensed. When the adjustable dosing mechanism body is received into the dispenser in the low dose orientation, a relatively smaller quantity of fluid product is dispensed. | 11-07-2013 |
20130292417 | DISPENSER WITH LOCKABLE PUSHBUTTON - A lockable pushbutton includes a locking mechanism configurable to provide a pushbutton locked position and a pushbutton unlocked position. When the locking mechanism is positioned in the locked orientation, the locking mechanism prevents actuation of the pushbutton. When the locking mechanism body is positioned in the unlocked orientation the locking mechanism permits actuation of the pushbutton. | 11-07-2013 |
20140158708 | SYSTEM FOR HANDLING DISPLACEMENT OF LIQUID PRODUCTS - Methods, apparatuses, and systems for dispensing an off-gassing liquid product mixed with a diluting product are provided. A liquid product or product solution is moved through a primed product line and towards a dispenser. The liquid product is combined with the diluting product to create a solution. The solution is dispensed. Prevention of displacement of the product line is accomplished by redirecting at least a portion of the unused liquid product in the product line to a displacement system operatively attached to the product line and including a secondary container. The stored product may be used with the next dispensement of solution, or emptied in a sanitary manner. | 06-12-2014 |
20140158709 | SYSTEM FOR HANDLING DISPLACEMENT OF LIQUID PRODUCTS - Methods, apparatuses, and systems for dispensing an off-gassing liquid product mixed with a diluting product are provided. A liquid product or product solution is moved through a primed product line and towards a dispenser. The liquid product is combined with the diluting product to create a solution. The solution is dispensed. The product line is cleared of unused or displaced liquid product by redirecting at least a portion of the unused or displaced liquid product in the product line to a displacement system operatively attached to the product line. The displacement system includes a check valve including a crack pressure that allows the unused or displaced product to be dispensed back into the product source or a separate, secondary container. | 06-12-2014 |
20140158716 | SYSTEM FOR HANDLING DISPLACEMENT OF LIQUID PRODUCTS - Methods, apparatuses, and systems for dispensing an off-gassing liquid product mixed with a diluting product are provided. A liquid product or product solution is moved through an unprimed product line and towards a dispenser. The liquid product is combined with the diluting product to create a solution. The solution is dispensed. The product line is cleared of unused liquid product to unprime the product line after the dispensement of the solution. The unused product may be directed back into a product container from which it was held. | 06-12-2014 |
20140339255 | MASS BASED LOW PRODUCT INDICATOR - A dispenser dispenses a consumable product from a container. The container is supported within a housing by a container holder. The container holder is vertically moveable within a movement range in the housing. A biasing structure biases the container holder upwardly. A sign is connected to move up and down with the container holder. An indicator associated with the sign is vertically fixed relative to the housing. When an amount of product remaining in the container reaches a low level, the biasing force of the biasing structure will lift the container holder, causing the indicator to be aligned with a portion of the sign that gives a visual cue to a user that the amount of product remaining is at a low level. | 11-20-2014 |
20140339259 | DISPENSER WITH CONCENTRATED CHEMISTRY SECONDARY CONTAINER - A dispenser dispenses a consumable product from a container. The container is supported within a housing by a container holder. The container holder is vertically movable within a movement range in the housing. A biasing structure biases the container holder upwardly. A sign is connected to move up and down with the container holder. An indicator associated with the sign is vertically fixed relative to the housing. When an amount of product remaining in the container reaches a low level, the biasing force of the biasing structure will lift the container holder, causing the indicator to be aligned with a portion of the sign that gives a visual cue to a user that the amount of product remaining is at a low level. | 11-20-2014 |
Tyson Anderson, Waseca, MN US
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20110259117 | WRIGGLER FOR GAS METER ENDPOINT - A wriggler device is provided for a gas meter endpoint or gas meter index as an interface with a gas meter drive mechanism. In general, the wriggler may include a base surface, at least one interface wall, and at least one guide wall. The base surface has a peripheral edge and a center point. The interface wall extends at an interface angle from the base surface, and may have an interface surface and a tip portion, with the tip portion spaced from the base surface. The at least one guide wall may extend between the base surface and the tip portion, and may have a guide surface. The guide wall may be configured to guide the drive mechanism along the guide surface to the base surface. Engagement of the interface surface by the drive mechanism causes the wriggler to rotate. | 10-27-2011 |
20120152031 | WRIGGLER FOR GAS METER ENDPOINT - A wriggler device is provided for a gas meter endpoint or gas meter index as an interface with a gas meter drive mechanism. In general, the wriggler may include a base surface, at least one interface wall, and at least one guide wall. The base surface has a peripheral edge and a center point. The interface wall extends at an interface angle from the base surface, and may have an interface surface and a tip portion, with the tip portion spaced from the base surface. The at least one guide wall may extend between the base surface and the tip portion, and may have a guide surface. The guide wall may be configured to guide the drive mechanism along the guide surface to the base surface. Engagement of the interface surface by the drive mechanism causes the wriggler to rotate. | 06-21-2012 |