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Brent Applegate, Emerson, IA US
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| 20110035055 | Input dispenser and recorder - A liquid mixing station controlled by a computer to dispense predetermined amounts of liquid inputs based on parameters provided by an operator or program. Specifically, the invention is designed to accurately mix liquids and has an inner frame associated with a recipient tank, and an outer frame associated with the inner tank by load bars connected to the computer. The load bars signal the computer regarding weight change on the inner frame. Associated with the outer frame are minor input containers, each in fluid communication with a unique conduit and means to convey the fluid controlled by the computer. The parameters are used by a selected program and the CPU to provide appropriate ratio, sequence, and isolation of inputs. The station includes means for full removal and mix of all contents in a container, full removal of all contents from the recipient, and full clean-out of main conduit. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110232549 | Seed meter control - A seed metering apparatus having a selectably actuated panel positioned between the metering apparatus and discharge chute, the panel moving between an open position and a closed position such that seeds may be more accurately spaced and metered without disrupting the drive mechanism of the seed metering apparatus. A seed metering apparatus where metered but non-discharged seeds are returned to a seed reservoir for subsequent metering and planting. | 09-29-2011 |
Brian C. Applegate, Peoria, IL US
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| 20080295493 | Catalyst temperature control system for a hybrid engine - A temperature control system is provided for use with a hybrid engine. The system includes a controller configured to receive a signal representative of a temperature associated with a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) catalyst configured to receive an exhaust gas stream produced by a hybrid engine. The controller is also configured to transmit a first signal to a generator operably coupled to a battery and the hybrid engine, and transmit a second signal to a heater configured to heat the SCR catalyst, wherein the first and second signals are configured to regulate the temperature associated with the SCR catalyst. | 12-04-2008 |
Bruce Michael Applegate, West Lafayette, IN US
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| 20100075301 | Methods for Generation of Reporter Phages and Immobilization of Active Bacteriophages on a Polymer Surface - Novel reporter bacteriophages are provided. Provided are compositions and methods that allow bacteriophages that are used for specific detection or killing of | 03-25-2010 |
Clark Leonard Applegate, West Chester, OH US
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| 20090169356 | Plasma Enhanced Compression System - A compression system is disclosed, the compression system comprising a rotor having a circumferential row of blades each blade having a blade tip, a static component located radially outwardly and apart from the blade tips, a detection system for detecting an instability in the rotor during the operation of the rotor, and a mitigation system that facilitates the improvement of the stability of the rotor when an instability is detected by the detection system. A gas turbine engine comprising a detection system for detecting an instability during the operation of the fan section and a mitigation system that facilitates the improvement of the stability of the fan section is disclosed. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090169362 | Instability Mitigation System - An instability mitigation system is disclosed, comprising a detection system for detecting an onset of an instability in a rotor during the operation of the rotor, a mitigation system that facilitates the improvement of the stability of the rotor when the onset of instability is detected by the detection system, a control system for controlling the detection system and the mitigation system. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090169363 | Plasma Enhanced Stator - A compression system is disclosed, the compression system comprising a stator stage having a row of a plurality of stator vanes arranged around a centerline axis, each stator vane having a vane airfoil and at least one plasma actuator located on the stator stage. Exemplary embodiments of a detection system for detecting an instability in a compression system rotor and a mitigation system that facilitates the improvement of the stability of the rotor are disclosed. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20090169367 | Instability Mitigation System Using Stator Plasma Actuators - An instability mitigation system is disclosed, comprising a stator stage located axially proximate to a rotor, the stator stage having a row of a plurality of stator vanes arranged around a centerline axis, and a mitigation system comprising at least one plasma actuator mounted on the stator vane that facilitates the improvement of the stability of the rotor, and a control system for controlling the operation of the mitigation system. An instability mitigation system further comprising a detection system for detecting an onset of an instability in a rotor and a control system for controlling the detection system and the mitigation system are disclosed. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20100047055 | Plasma Enhanced Rotor - A compression system is disclosed, the compression system comprising a rotor having a plurality of blades arranged around a centerline axis, each blade having a blade airfoil and a blade tip, and at least one plasma actuator located on a blade. Exemplary embodiments of a detection system for detecting an instability in a compression system rotor and a mitigation system comprising at least one plasma actuator mounted on a blade to facilitate the improvement of the stability of the rotor are disclosed. | 02-25-2010 |
| 20100284785 | Fan Stall Detection System - A system for detecting onset of a stall in a rotor is disclosed, the system comprising a sensor located on a static component spaced radially outwardly and apart from tips of a row of blades arranged circumferentially on the rotor wherein the sensor is capable of generating an input signal corresponding to a flow parameter at a location near the tip of a blade, a control system capable of generating a rotor speed signal, and a correlation processor capable of receiving the input signal and the rotor speed signal wherein the correlation processor generates a stability correlation signal. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20100284786 | Instability Mitigation System Using Rotor Plasma Actuators - An instability mitigation system is disclosed, comprising a rotor having a row of blades arranged around a centerline axis, and a mitigation system comprising at least one plasma actuator mounted on a blade that facilitates the improvement of the stability of the rotor, and a control system for controlling the operation of the mitigation system. An instability mitigation system further comprising a detection system for detecting an onset of an instability in a rotor and a control system for controlling the detection system and the mitigation system are disclosed. | 11-11-2010 |
David Applegate, Laguna Hills, CA US
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| 20120078362 | DRUG ELUTING OCULAR IMPLANT - Disclosed herein are drug delivery devices and methods for the treatment of ocular disorders requiring targeted and controlled administration of a drug to an interior portion of the eye for reduction or prevention of symptoms of the disorder. The devices are capable of controlled release of one or more drugs and may also include structures which allows for treatment of increased intraocular pressure by permitting aqueous humor to flow out of the anterior chamber of the eye through the device. | 03-29-2012 |
David L. Applegate, Maplewood, NJ US
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| 20090254638 | Topology Aware Content Delivery Network - A method of assigning a server to a client system includes determining an ingress point of the client system and identifying possible egress points for the client system. The method further includes selecting the server from a plurality of servers to reduce network cost and delivery time. | 10-08-2009 |
David Lee Applegate, Maplewood, NJ US
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| 20080239991 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR EFFICIENT ROUTING OF VARIABLE TRAFFIC - A method and apparatus for provide highly efficient traffic routing for a wide range of possible traffic matrices (TM) in an intra-domain network. That routing optimally balances the traffic loads over a range of traffic matrices so as to minimize the deviation for any particular traffic matrix from the optimal routing. Such a routing provides a guaranteed performance ratio against the best possible network routing. The invention utilizes a method of optimally configuring a traffic network based on solving a linear program to obtain the optimal routing, and then configuring the routing on the network accordingly. | 10-02-2008 |
| 20100217773 | METHOD FOR WEB-BASED EXPLORATION OF NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE - In accordance with the teachings of the present invention, a method of data drilling is presented. A network database is deployed in a network, such as the Internet, for broad-based user access. Network information is stored in the network database and is organized in layers. A graphical user interface with data objects is presented to an end user. Selecting a data object generates a query performed by a server. Each query produces more details on an initially selected data object. | 08-26-2010 |
Dawn R. Applegate, San Diego, CA US
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| 20110294215 | CULTURE SYSTEMS - A microplate is provided herein having a plate body with at least one well formed therein, the well having a first open end, a second end, an aperture being formed in the second end, and a side wall extending between the first end and the second end. The microplate further has a permeable membrane extending at least partially across the aperture formed in the second end. A microplate is provided with a permeable membrane which allows not only for removal of certain solutes from a solution (high or low molecular weight solutes), but also allows for separation of macromolecular mixtures and degradation of the membrane. The microplate is also provided with an integrated top assembly or integrated inserts. Also provided herein are methods of culturing systems in the microplates described. | 12-01-2011 |
Doug Applegate, Oakland, IA US
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| 20110035055 | Input dispenser and recorder - A liquid mixing station controlled by a computer to dispense predetermined amounts of liquid inputs based on parameters provided by an operator or program. Specifically, the invention is designed to accurately mix liquids and has an inner frame associated with a recipient tank, and an outer frame associated with the inner tank by load bars connected to the computer. The load bars signal the computer regarding weight change on the inner frame. Associated with the outer frame are minor input containers, each in fluid communication with a unique conduit and means to convey the fluid controlled by the computer. The parameters are used by a selected program and the CPU to provide appropriate ratio, sequence, and isolation of inputs. The station includes means for full removal and mix of all contents in a container, full removal of all contents from the recipient, and full clean-out of main conduit. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110232549 | Seed meter control - A seed metering apparatus having a selectably actuated panel positioned between the metering apparatus and discharge chute, the panel moving between an open position and a closed position such that seeds may be more accurately spaced and metered without disrupting the drive mechanism of the seed metering apparatus. A seed metering apparatus where metered but non-discharged seeds are returned to a seed reservoir for subsequent metering and planting. | 09-29-2011 |
Edward V. Applegate, Temecula, CA US
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| 20090153339 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR BOOSTING AN AUDIBLE SIGNAL IN A NOTIFICATION SYSTEM - The present invention is an apparatus and a concomitant method for boosting the audio signal generated by at least one notification appliance in a supervised emergency voice evacuation system. | 06-18-2009 |
Jeff T. Applegate, Superior, CO US
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| 20120038903 | ELECTRONICALLY STEERED FLASH LIDAR - Methods and systems for adaptively controlling the illumination of a scene are provided. In particular, a scene is illuminated, and light reflected from the scene is detected. Information regarding levels of light intensity received by different pixels of a multiple pixel detector, corresponding to different areas within a scene, and/or information regarding a range to an area within a scene, is received. That information is then used as a feedback signal to control levels of illumination within the scene. More particularly, different areas of the scene can be provided with different levels of illumination in response to the feedback signal. | 02-16-2012 |
Luke Applegate, Oakland, IA US
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| 20110035055 | Input dispenser and recorder - A liquid mixing station controlled by a computer to dispense predetermined amounts of liquid inputs based on parameters provided by an operator or program. Specifically, the invention is designed to accurately mix liquids and has an inner frame associated with a recipient tank, and an outer frame associated with the inner tank by load bars connected to the computer. The load bars signal the computer regarding weight change on the inner frame. Associated with the outer frame are minor input containers, each in fluid communication with a unique conduit and means to convey the fluid controlled by the computer. The parameters are used by a selected program and the CPU to provide appropriate ratio, sequence, and isolation of inputs. The station includes means for full removal and mix of all contents in a container, full removal of all contents from the recipient, and full clean-out of main conduit. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110232549 | Seed meter control - A seed metering apparatus having a selectably actuated panel positioned between the metering apparatus and discharge chute, the panel moving between an open position and a closed position such that seeds may be more accurately spaced and metered without disrupting the drive mechanism of the seed metering apparatus. A seed metering apparatus where metered but non-discharged seeds are returned to a seed reservoir for subsequent metering and planting. | 09-29-2011 |
Mark A. Applegate, San Diego, CA US
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| 20090123503 | Conditioned Cell Culture Medium Compositions and Methods of Use - Novel products comprising conditioned cell culture medium compositions and methods of use are described. The conditioned cell medium compositions of the invention may be comprised of any known defined or undefined medium and may be conditioned using any eukaryotic cell type. The medium may be conditioned by stromal cells, parenchymal cells, mesenchymal stem cells, liver reserve cells, neural stem cells, pancreatic stem cells and/or embryonic stem cells. Additionally, the cells may be genetically modified. A three-dimensional tissue construct is preferred. Once the cell medium of the invention is conditioned, it may be used in any state. Physical embodiments of the conditioned medium include, but are not limited to, liquid or solid, frozen, lyophilized or dried into a powder. Additionally, the medium is formulated with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier as a vehicle for internal administration, applied directly to a food item or product, formulated with a salve or ointment for topical applications, or, for example, made into or added to surgical glue to accelerate healing of sutures following invasive procedures. Also, the medium may be further processed to concentrate or reduce one or more factors or components contained within the medium. | 05-14-2009 |
Raymond A. Applegate, Houston, TX US
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| 20110157545 | Method for Designing and Manufacturing Custom Optics - Provided herein are methods of manufacturing an optical lens using image simulation and/or predictive metrics to determine optical aberrations and an iterative algorithm to correct the aberrations to create a custom-designed surface for the optical lens and to implement the manufacture of the custom-designed surface onto the lens. Also, a computer program product storing the method is provided. In addition, there are provided a customized optical lens designed by the method and a method of correcting optical aberration to improve visual using the customized optical lens. Further provided is a method of manufacturing a custom lens effective to mimic a subset of optical aberrations. | 06-30-2011 |
Rick D. Applegate, Florence, KY US
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| 20090088665 | MARKER DEVICE AND METHOD OF DEPLOYING A CAVITY MARKER USING A SURGICAL BIOPSY DEVICE - A biopsy marker introduction assembly is configured for introduction through a specimen retrieval recess into a probe cutter lumen of a handheld breast biopsy handle. Advancing the cutter causes an extending deployment rod to distally translate within an introducer tube of the introduction assembly, pushing a biopsy marker out of a distal end of the probe at a surgical biopsy site. Thereby, the surgeon is able to position the probe and effect deployment of the marker even if using the other hand to position an imaging device such as an ultrasonic transceiver. | 04-02-2009 |
| 20100063538 | SURGICAL GRASPING DEVICE - A surgical grasping device is disclosed. The surgical grasping device may comprise a clevis; a first jaw member pivotably coupled to the clevis; a second jaw member pivotably coupled to the clevis; and an actuating mechanism coupled to the clevis, the first jaw member and the second jaw member and a translating member coupled to and extending proximally from the actuating mechanism. The actuating mechanism may be configured to cause the first jaw member and the second jaw member to close in response to a first proximally directed force received via the translating member. The actuating mechanism may also be configured to cause the first jaw member and the second jaw member to open in response to a subsequent proximally directed force received via the translating member. | 03-11-2010 |
Robert Applegate, Golden, CO US
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| 20090026387 | OPTICAL-BASED CELL DEFORMABILITY - A system, method, and device for re-orienting and/or deforming cells and other objects is provided. The system, method, and device may include a high-throughput setup that facilitates the ability to orient, deform, analyze, measure, and/or tag objects at a substantially higher rate than was previously possible. A relatively large number of cells and other objects can be deformed, by optical forces for example, as the cells and other objects a flowed through the system. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090110010 | FIBER-FOCUSED DIODE-BAR OPTICAL TRAPPING FOR MICROFLUIDIC MANIPULATION - The direct integration of light and optical control into microfluidic systems presents a significant hurdle to the development of portable optical trapping-based devices. A simple, inexpensive fiber-based approach is provided that allows for easy implementation of diode-bars for optical particle separations within flowing microfluidic systems. Models have also been developed that demonstrate the advantages of manipulating particles within flow using linear geometries as opposed to individually focused point traps as traditionally employed in optical-trapping micromanipulation. | 04-30-2009 |
Robert J. Applegate, Wallingford, CT US
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| 20110037602 | Method and apparatus for protecting energy generation facility from dangerous degree of tilt - A tilt protection apparatus applied to electric energy generating installations, where possibility of tilting or tipping over exists. In certain installations of electric energy generating facilities, the means of energy production, such as but not limited to solar photovoltaic panels, must be mounted on support system that can be susceptible to mechanical failure due to impact, wind induced vibration, ground vibration or ground displacement. In the event of the structural tilt, the apparatus detects such condition and disconnects the means of energy generation minimizing possibility of exposure to dangerous levels of electric potential. | 02-17-2011 |
Robert James Applegate, Wallingford, CT US
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| 20120101337 | ENDOSCOPE CLEANER - An instrument for cleaning a scope lens having an elongated sheath having proximal and distal end portions and a sheath interior and exterior. The sheath interior is dimensioned and configured to slidingly receive a scope therein. A fluid conduit transports fluid and has a fluid discharge opening to deliver fluid to the lens of the scope, the conduit coupled to the sheath exterior. | 04-26-2012 |
Sarah Yuri-Shionoya Applegate, Tujunga, CA US
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| 20110259358 | Headband with bangs - The headband with bangs is not like any other headband, wig or hair extension. The headband with bangs has bangs attached to only one side of the headband. The hair attached to the headband is cut in a way to resemble human bangs. The headband with bangs does not require any clips, pins, or glue. The bangs attached to the headband should appear to be the user's bangs. The invention is a new one because no other headband has bangs attached to it. | 10-27-2011 |
Shawn Applegate, Wood Dale, IL US
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| 20110290923 | SHREDDER WITH ROTATABLE DEVICE FOR MOVING SHREDDED MATERIALS ADJACENT THE OUTLET - Disclosed herein is a shredder having a device located at least partially between a shredder mechanism and an output side of the shredder housing to disperse any accumulation of shredded materials at least adjacent the output opening, as well as remove shredded materials caught in or near the cutting assembly. One device is a movable device positioned between a shredder mechanism and the output side of the shredder housing that is configured to pivot about an axis in an oscillating manner. Another device includes a fan mechanism for blowing and moving shredded materials through a passageway in the shredder housing and towards an outlet. | 12-01-2011 |