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Andrea K. Bryan, Allston, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100297747	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING CELL GROWTH - Microsystem for monitoring cell growth. A microfluidic structure is designed to allow cells to circulate therethrough and the microfluidic structure includes modules to monitor mass, mass density and fluorescence of the cell.	11-25-2010

Andrea K. Bryan, Aliston, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100154535	Method and apparatus for trapping single particles in microfluidic channels - Methods and apparatus for improving measurements of particle or cell characteristics, such as mass, in Susppended Microchannel Resonators (SMR's). Apparatus include in particular designs for trapping particles in SMR's for extended measurement periods. Methods include techniques to provide differential measurements by varying the fluid density for repeated measurements on the same particle or cell.	06-24-2010
20100288043	Method and apparatus for extended time and varying environment measurements of single particles in microfluidic channels - Methods and apparatus for improving measurements of particle or cell characteristics, such as mass, in Suspended Microchannel Resonators (SMR's). Apparatus include in particular designs for trapping particles in SMR's for extended measurement periods and for changing the fluid properties within the SMR during the extended periods. Methods include techniques to provide for cell growth over time and over time in response to changing fluid properties to aid in determining parameters such as drug resistance and drug susceptibility.	11-18-2010

Annette Kay Bryan, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100005596	Whitening Granular Laundry Detergent - A detergent granule comprising at least one composite material, wherein said at least one composite material comprises: a C10-C13 sodium linear alkylaryl sulfonate and/or an alpha-sulfonated fatty acid ester such as methyl ester sulfonate; an alkaline agent, from about 0.05% to about 1.2%, by weight of said granular detergent admix, of an brightener; and from about 10% to about 35%, by weight of said granular detergent admix, of a bleaching system comprising: a source of peroxide; and a bleach activator.	01-14-2010

Ann Marie J. Bryan, New York, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090262967	WEARABLE SPEAKER VEST/JACKET - A vest for a hearing impaired wearer has panels for covering areas of the wearer, removable sleeves, a wristwatch on one sleeve and speakers mounted to the respective panels for receiving signals to generate vibrations, the mounting of the speakers being adapted for transmitting vibrations to the wearer's body.	10-22-2009

B. David Bryan, Newmarket, NH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100020801	System and Method for Filtering and Alteration of Digital Data Packets - A method comprises receiving data from a data source and converting the data, in approximately real time, into digital data packets, wherein the data packets have a common format. The method further comprises filtering the data packets using a user-defined metadata schema and storing the filtered data packets into a data storage medium.	01-28-2010

Callan H. Bryan, Cornelius, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100325560	System and Method for Review of Discussion Content - This invention is a content review system having a computer readable medium which can contain member information embodied in the computer readable medium representing individuals that wish to participate in online discussions where each member has an electronic address. Computer readable instructions provide for receiving initial discussion content generated by an originating member, generating a new discussion notification, transmitting the new discussion notification to the members, receiving a comment to the initial discussion content from a commenting member, transmitting the comment to each member, receiving review information from a reviewing member wherein the review is associated with the comment and wherein the review information include feedback information selected from the group of concur, concur and comment, neutral comment, dissent and dissent and comment, and transmitting the review information to at least one member.	12-23-2010

Callan H. Bryan, Davidson, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080320090	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REVIEW OF DISCUSSION CONTENT - This invention is a content review system having a computer readable medium which can contain member information embodied in the computer readable medium representing individuals that wish to participate in online discussions where each member has an electronic address. Computer readable instructions provide for receiving initial discussion content generated by an originating member, generating a new discussion notification, transmitting the new discussion notification to the members, receiving a comment to the initial discussion content from a commenting member, transmitting the comment to each member, receiving review information from a reviewing member wherein the review is associated with the comment and wherein the review information include feedback information selected from the group of concur, concur and comment, neutral comment, dissent and dissent and comment, and transmitting the review information to at least one member.	12-25-2008

Christopher D. Bryan, Grand Rapids, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090017718	PARTIALLY DEFORMABLE TOY SUPPORT SYSTEM - A partially deformable toy support member comprising a bar having a resilient center section and a pair of deformable end sections. The resilient center section has an initial shape and is configured to return to the initial shape after deflection. The deformable end sections are able to retain shape once reconfigured. The bar includes at least one cushioning cover covering at least one of the center section and the end sections. The bar is configured to have toys supported therefrom and is configured to be connected to an infant supporting element.	01-15-2009

Daniel Bryan, Cambridge, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100082754	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING INSTANT MESSAGES - Various aspects relate to using structured messages within one or more systems that implement instant messaging function in a distributed computing environment. In particular, structured information may be encoded and embedded in unstructured instant messages and communicated among one or more computer systems, networks, applications or other entities. In one aspect, instant messaging may be leveraged as middleware for application integration. Other aspects relate to using structured message information to perform functions in a distributed instant messaging system. For example, structured message information may be used to control the display of instant message information to a user, or may be used to control how the instant message information is distributed, processed, or otherwise handled by a receiving system, application or process. Other aspects relate to an interface for displaying information relating to a number of instant messaging conversations to a user. Further, aspects relate to using instant messaging in a trading environment.	04-01-2010
20100082755	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING INSTANT MESSAGES - Various aspects relate to using structured messages within one or more systems that implement instant messaging function in a distributed computing environment. In particular, structured information may be encoded and embedded in unstructured instant messages and communicated among one or more computer systems, networks, applications or other entities. In one aspect, instant messaging may be leveraged as middleware for application integration. Other aspects relate to using structured message information to perform functions in a distributed instant messaging system. For example, structured message information may be used to control the display of instant message information to a user, or may be used to control how the instant message information is distributed, processed, or otherwise handled by a receiving system, application or process. Other aspects relate to an interface for displaying information relating to a number of instant messaging conversations to a user. Further, aspects relate to using instant messaging in a trading environment.	04-01-2010
20100082756	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING INSTANT MESSAGES - Various aspects relate to using structured messages within one or more systems that implement instant messaging function in a distributed computing environment. In particular, structured information may be encoded and embedded in unstructured instant messages and communicated among one or more computer systems, networks, applications or other entities. In one aspect, instant messaging may be leveraged as middleware for application integration. Other aspects relate to using structured message information to perform functions in a distributed instant messaging system. For example, structured message information may be used to control the display of instant message information to a user, or may be used to control how the instant message information is distributed, processed, or otherwise handled by a receiving system, application or process. Other aspects relate to an interface for displaying information relating to a number of instant messaging conversations to a user. Further, aspects relate to using instant messaging in a trading environment.	04-01-2010

Daniel Bryan, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090142965	MULTI-PORT CABLING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A multi-port cabling system for use in installing cable to an equipment rack or enclosure or within an equipment room or data center includes a cabling assembly comprising at least one connector head having a plurality of ports and at least one cable operatively connected to the plurality of ports. The at least one cable terminates internally within the connector head to operatively couple the cable to the plurality of ports. The system further includes a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket and the connector head are each configured for tool-less attachment of one or more cabling assemblies to the bracket. The mounting bracket is further configured to removably mount to an equipment rack or enclosure, and/or to a wall, to thereby install one or more cables. The cabling assembly and the cabling system help to eliminate on-site cable termination and testing during installation of cables to rack-mounted equipment.	06-04-2009
20100297874	MULTI-PORT CABLING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A multi-port cabling system for use in installing cable to an equipment rack or enclosure or within an equipment room or data center includes a cabling assembly comprising at least one connector head having a plurality of ports and at least one cable operatively connected to the plurality of ports. The at least one cable terminates internally within the connector head to operatively couple the cable to the plurality of ports. The system further includes a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket and the connector head are each configured for tool-less attachment of one or more cabling assemblies to the bracket. The mounting bracket is further configured to removably mount to an equipment rack or enclosure, and/or to a wall, to thereby install one or more cables. The cabling assembly and the cabling system help to eliminate on-site cable termination and testing during installation of cables to rack-mounted equipment.	11-25-2010
20110275242	MULTI-PORT CABLING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A multi-port cabling system for use in installing cable to an equipment rack or enclosure or within an equipment room or data center includes a cabling assembly comprising at least one connector head having a plurality of ports and at least one cable operatively connected to the plurality of ports. The at least one cable terminates internally within the connector head to operatively couple the cable to the plurality of ports. The system further includes a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket and the connector head are each configured for tool-less attachment of one or more cabling assemblies to the bracket. The mounting bracket is further configured to removably mount to an equipment rack or enclosure, and/or to a wall, to thereby install one or more cables. The cabling assembly and the cabling system help to eliminate on-site cable termination and testing during installation of cables to rack-mounted equipment.	11-10-2011
20120025683	EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURE KIT AND ASSEMBLY METHOD - An equipment enclosure for housing electronic components includes a front assembly having a front frame, the front assembly defining a front of the enclosure, and a rear assembly having a rear frame. The enclosure further includes at least two side brace members, each side brace member having a first end and a second, opposite end. A first connector is configured to releasably connect the first end of one of the side brace members to the front frame. A second connector is configured to releasably connect the second end of the one of the side brace members to the rear frame. Other embodiments and methods are further disclosed.	02-02-2012

David A. Bryan, Williamsburg, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090265414	Mechanisms for transparently converting client-server software agents to peer-to-peer software agents - A method of converting client-server software agents to peer-to-peer software agents coupling a client to an adaptor software module is provided. The method includes directly coupling a client in software to an adaptor software module, wherein said adaptor software services underlying traffic from an unmodified agent and relays it on behalf of said unmodified agent, wherein all traffic generated by said unmodified agent is relayed directly to said adaptor software module.	10-22-2009
20110167165	Mechanisms for transparently converting client-server software agents to peer-to-peer software agents - A method of converting client-server software agents to peer-to-peer software agents coupling a client to an adaptor software module is provided. The method includes directly coupling a client in software to an adaptor software module, wherein said adaptor software services underlying traffic from an unmodified agent and relays it on behalf of said unmodified agent, wherein all traffic generated by said unmodified agent is relayed directly to said adaptor software module.	07-07-2011

David A. Bryan, Plano, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090211178	System for Forming a Movable Slab Foundation - A system for forming a movable slab foundation comprises a support sleeve encased within a slab foundation. The support sleeve surrounds a support member that rests upon a support surface. The support sleeve is capable of moving axially along the length of the support member.	08-27-2009
20110116873	System for Forming a Movable Slab Foundation - A system for forming a movable slab foundation has a slab foundation, a support pier, and a housing positioned within the support pier. A support sleeve is positioned within and is substantially surrounded by the housing. Portions of the support sleeve are encased within the slab foundation. The support sleeve is capable of axial movement relative to the housing. A guide plate is connected to the lower end of the support sleeve. A cavity is defined by the space between the guide plate and the lower end of the housing. A port is located in and extends through the guide plate and into the cavity. The slab foundation, the support sleeve, and the guide plate are raised to a desired height relative to the housing. The cavity is filled with support media through the port to secure the position of the slab foundation, the support sleeve, and the guide plate.	05-19-2011

David Alan Bryan, Carmel, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100199347	Method and Apparatus for Authenticating Usage of an Application - Methods and apparatuses, including computer program products, are described for authenticating the usage of an application. A request to execute an application is received from a user device. The application is executed based on the request. An application-level usage indicator is received from the user device. The application-level usage indicator corresponds to current operation of the application by a user and comprises at least (i) user input commands and (ii) passive usage metrics. The identity of the user is determined by comparing the application-level usage indicator with a pre-established user profile wherein the user profile is associated with previous operation of the application by the user and comprises at least (i) user input commands and (ii) passive usage metrics. Execution of the application is terminated at the user device if the identified user is not entitled to use the application according to the user profile.	08-05-2010
20100220972	PRESENCE AND PROXIMITY RESPONSIVE PROGRAM DISPLAY - Certain digital technology based consumer media devices such as personal video recorders have the ability to find and watch television shows, and/or automatically record programs of interest. The present disclosure provides systems and methods that allow a user to control the display, pausing or recording of programs based on the user's presence in, or proximity to, a program viewing area. Also disclosed are methods for controlling program display based on a priority or rank assigned to the users. The disclosed methods also allow users to control the programs that certain individuals see or hear, and in particular minor children.	09-02-2010
20110066706	METHOD, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR RECEIVING, PROCESSING AND RENDERING CONTENT RESPONSIVE TO USER AND DEVICE PARAMETERS - Content is received by a device through a port and is analyzed based on a set of predetermined criteria to determine if it matches the characteristics of the device and/or the preferences of a user. The content characteristics are recognized by analyzing the content itself or from tags attached to, associated with or embedded into the content. Acceptable content is then rendered to the user.	03-17-2011

David E. Bryan, Buchanan, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080289208	Centrifugal pellet dryer screen with integral embossed deflector strips - An embossed screen having raised deflector elements on the internal surface is provided for a centrifugal pellet dryer. The deflector screen is formed as an integral structure, eliminating the need for separate deflector components secured by fastening elements along with the associated risks such as loosening or separation of the strip and contaminate build-up between the strip and the screen. The embossed deflector screen effectively deflects the pellets back toward the rotor where the pellets are reengaged with rotor energy, resulting in increased dryer efficiency and flow rate. The embossed deflector screen also enhances the overall structural strength of the screen, reduces manufacturing costs and prevents pellet entrapment that can lead to contamination in future runs.	11-27-2008

David J. Bryan, Indian Trail, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110180188	PRODUCTION OF HIGH STRENGTH TITANIUM - Certain embodiments of a method for increasing the strength and toughness of a titanium alloy include plastically deforming a titanium alloy at a temperature in an alpha-beta phase field of the titanium alloy to an equivalent plastic deformation of at least a 25% reduction in area. After plastically deforming the titanium alloy in the alpha-beta phase field, the titanium alloy is not heated to or above the beta transus temperature of the titanium alloy. After plastic deformation, the titanium alloy is heat treated at a heat treatment temperature less than or equal to the beta transus temperature minus 20° F. (11.1° C.).	07-28-2011
20120012233	Processing of Alpha/Beta Titanium Alloys - Processes for forming an article from an α+β titanium alloy are disclosed. The α+β titanium alloy includes, in weight percentages, from 2.90 to 5.00 aluminum, from 2.00 to 3.00 vanadium, from 0.40 to 2.00 iron, and from 0.10 to 0.30 oxygen. The α+β titanium alloy is cold worked at a temperature in the range of ambient temperature to 500° F., and then aged at a temperature in the range of 700° F. to 1200° F.	01-19-2012
20120024033	Hot Stretch Straightening of High Strength Alpha/Beta Processed Titanium - A method for straightening a solution treated and aged (STA) titanium alloy form includes heating an STA titanium alloy form to a straightening temperature of at least 25° F. below the age hardening temperature, and applying an elongation tensile stress for a time sufficient to elongate and straighten the form. The elongation tensile stress is at least 20% of the yield stress and not equal to or greater than the yield stress at the straightening temperature. The straightened form deviates from straight by no greater than 0.125 inch over any 5 foot length or shorter length. The straightened form is cooled while simultaneously applying a cooling tensile stress that balances the thermal cooling stress in the titanium alloy form to thereby maintain a deviation from straight of no greater than 0.125 inch over any 5 foot length or shorter length.	02-02-2012
20120076611	High Strength Alpha/Beta Titanium Alloy Fasteners and Fastener Stock - An article of manufacture selected from a titanium alloy fastener and a titanium alloy fastener stock including an alpha/beta titanium alloy comprising, in percent by weight: 3.9 to 5.4 aluminum; 2.2 to 3.0 vanadium; 1.2 to 1.8 iron; 0.24 to 0.3 oxygen; up to 0.08 carbon; up to 0.05 nitrogen; titanium; and up to a total of 0.3 of other elements. In certain embodiments, article of manufacture has an ultimate tensile strength of at least 170 ksi (1,172 MPa) and a double shear strength of at least 103 ksi (710.2 MPa). A method of manufacturing a titanium alloy fastener and a titanium alloy fastener stock comprising the alpha/beta alloy is disclosed.	03-29-2012
20120076686	HIGH STRENGTH ALPHA/BETA TITANIUM ALLOY - An alpha/beta titanium alloy comprising, in percent by weight based on total alloy weight: 3.9 to 4.5 aluminum; 2.2 to 3.0 vanadium; 1.2 to 1.8 iron; 0.24 to 0.30 oxygen; up to 0.08 carbon; up to 0.05 nitrogen; up to 0.015 hydrogen ; titanium; and up to a total of 0.30 of other elements. A non-limiting embodiment of the alpha/beta titanium alloy comprises an aluminum equivalent value in the range of 6.4 to 7.2, exhibits a yield strength in the range of 120 ksi (827.4 MPa) to 155 ksi (1,069 MPa), exhibits an ultimate tensile strength in the range of 130 ksi (896.3 MPa) to 165 ksi (1,138 MPa), and exhibits a ductility in the range of 12 to 30 percent elongation.	03-29-2012

David J. Bryan US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120076612	HIGH STRENGTH ALPHA/BETA TITANIUM ALLOY FASTENERS AND FASTENER STOCK - An article of manufacture selected from a titanium alloy fastener and a titanium alloy fastener stock including an alpha/beta titanium alloy comprising, in percent by weight: 3.9 to 4.5 aluminum; 2.2 to 3.0 vanadium; 1.2 to 1.8 iron; 0.24 to 0.3 oxygen; up to 0.08 carbon; up to 0.05 nitrogen; titanium; and up to a total of 0.3 of other elements. In certain embodiments, article of manufacture has an ultimate tensile strength of at least 170 ksi (1,172 MPa) and a double shear strength of at least 103 ksi (710.2 MPa). A method of manufacturing a titanium alloy fastener and a titanium alloy fastener stock comprising the alpha/beta alloy is disclosed.	03-29-2012

David Jeffrey Bryan, Indian Trail, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100219753	STABILIZED EMISSIVE STRUCTURES AND METHODS OF MAKING - An emitter is disclosed. The emitter includes a a base layer comprising an array of nanocavities on an emission surface of the base layer, wherein facets of the nanocavities are substantially along equivalent crystallographic planes of one or more families of planes having substantially equal surface energies, wherein the equivalent crystallographic planes have surface energies equal to or lower than a surface energy of the crystallographic plane of the emission surface. Methods of making such emitters and radiation sources including such emitters are also disclosed.	09-02-2010

David Jeffrey Bryan, Matthews, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090085463	THERMO-OPTICALLY FUNCTIONAL COMPOSITIONS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF MAKING - A high temperature, stabilized thermo-optically functional composite is disclosed. The composite includes a phase stabilized matrix including a first component stabilized by a second component and a plurality of discrete metallic particles interspersed with respect to the matrix, wherein the composite is stable at temperatures greater than about 2000 degrees K.	04-02-2009

Deborah M. Bryan, Cheshire, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110297604	FLUID INTERCONNECT - A fluid interconnect for a fluid handling device is disclosed. The fluid interconnect comprises a connector having a first axis. A sealing member is disposed on the connector. At least one camming member is also disposed on the connector. The at least one camming member is disposed inboard of the sealing member.	12-08-2011

Eric Bryan, Conway, AR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090027662	FAULT TOLERANT WHEEL ALIGNMENT HEAD AND SYSTEM - A sensing head and system utilizes fault tolerant design and self-diagnosis. Alternative operation modes are provided when one or more functional modules or components fail. Unique designs provide redundant system resources. Self-diagnoses and tests are provided to isolate and identify sources of malfunctions.	01-29-2009
20090030558	WHEEL ALIGNMENT HEAD AND SYSTEM WITH ADVANCED POWER MANAGEMENT - A wheel alignment head and system use advanced power management to reduce non-essential power consumption, to extend operation time between charges. The wheel alignment head is operable in a first operation state and a second operation state that consumes less power than the first operation state. In response to an occurrence of at least one of preset events, the wheel alignment head switches its operation from the first operation mode to the second operation mode.	01-29-2009
20100121482	IMAGE-BASED INVENTORY CONTROL SYSTEM - Inventory control systems for monitoring the removal and replacement of objects are described. An exemplary system includes at least one storage drawer, each storage drawer includes at least one storage location for storing objects, and configured to move in a first direction allowing increasing access to storage locations of the drawer, and a second direction allowing decreasing access to storage locations of the drawer. An image sensing device is provided to form at least one first image of the storage locations when a respective storage drawer moves in the second direction. The system includes a data processor configured to receive information representing images of the storage locations generated by the image sensing device, and determine an inventory condition of the objects stored in the respective storage drawer according to the at least one first image.	05-13-2010
20100149526	FAULT TOLERANT WHEEL ALIGNMENT HEAD AND SYSTEM - A sensing head and system utilizes fault tolerant design and self-diagnosis. Alternative operation modes are provided when one or more functional modules or components fail. Unique designs provide redundant system resources. Self-diagnoses and tests are provided to isolate and identify sources of malfunctions.	06-17-2010

Eric F. Bryan, Conway, AR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090073425	Integrated circuit image sensor for wheel alignment systems - An integrated circuit (IC), for use in an imaging module of a wheel alignment system, incorporates an image sensor as well as a number of other features. Some of the added features are implemented within the integrated circuit. The IC also incorporates interfacing for signaling or communication with other devices in the imaging module or elsewhere in the wheel alignment system. Some examples of added internal features include a temperature sensor, unique chip ID, and chip power control. The addition of analog and/or digital I/O to the integrated circuit enables control of an image module illumination function, control of an imaging module positioning function, various cooling functions, and operator interface control. A communications hub may be added to the IC, to enable operation in a networked system environment.	03-19-2009

George R. Bryan, Vero Beach, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120005854	Versatile Flexible Scrubber Brush - A versatile, flexible scrubbing apparatus comprising a rope having a first end and a second end wherein the rope may comprise one or more twisted strands wherein one or more filaments may be captured between the one or more strands and/or twists of the rope. The one or more filaments may be positioned essentially perpendicular or at predetermined angles to the length of rope. A handle may be attached to both the first and second end of the rope, wherein user manipulation of the handles may act to pull the rope across the bottom surface of a boat to clean the hull.	01-12-2012

Graham W. Bryan, Norwalk, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080265001	Surgical Stapling Apparatus - An endoscopic surgical apparatus is provided for placing lateral lines of surgical fasteners into body tissue. The apparatus includes a frame portion, an elongated portion extending from the frame portion, and an articulating fastener applying assembly associated with a distal end of the elongated portion. The fastener applying assembly includes a base portion, a staple cartridge housing, and an anvil member which has a forming surface thereon against which surgical fasteners are driven as they are ejected from the cartridge housing. A first mechanism is provided for effectuating the rotation of the fastener applying assembly about an axis defined by the body portion, a second mechanism is provided for effectuating the articulation of the fastener applying assembly, and a third mechanism is provided for independently rotating the cartridge housing and anvil member relative to a longitudinal axis defined by the base position to increase the range of operability of the apparatus.	10-30-2008
20090065550	SURGICAL STAPLING APPARATUS - An endoscopic surgical apparatus is provided for placing lateral lines of surgical fasteners into body tissue. The apparatus includes a frame portion, an elongated portion extending from the frame portion, and an articulating fastener applying assembly associated with a distal end of the elongated portion. The fastener applying assembly includes a base portion, a staple cartridge housing, and an anvil member which has a forming surface thereon against which surgical fasteners are driven as they are ejected from the cartridge housing. A first mechanism is provided for effectuating the rotation of the fastener applying assembly about an axis defined by the body portion, a second mechanism is provided for effectuating the articulation of the fastener applying assembly, and a third mechanism is provided for independently rotating the cartridge housing and anvil member relative to a longitudinal axis defined by the base position to increase the range of operability of the apparatus.	03-12-2009
20090065551	SURGICAL STAPLING APPARATUS - An endoscopic surgical apparatus is provided for placing lateral lines of surgical fasteners into body tissue. The apparatus includes a frame portion, an elongated portion extending from the frame portion, and an articulating fastener applying assembly associated with a distal end of the elongated portion. The fastener applying assembly includes a base portion, a staple cartridge housing, and an anvil member which has a forming surface thereon against which surgical fasteners are driven as they are ejected from the cartridge housing. A first mechanism is provided for effectuating the rotation of the fastener applying assembly about an axis defined by the body portion, a second mechanism is provided for effectuating the articulation of the fastener applying assembly, and a third mechanism is provided for independently rotating the cartridge housing and anvil member relative to a longitudinal axis defined by the base position to increase the range of operability of the apparatus.	03-12-2009

Gregg A. Bryan, Mooresville, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110209809	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PRODUCING CORRUGATED MATERIAL - A method and system for automatically changing the flute size in a corrugation process without stopping or slowing the overall corrugation process utilizing a first single-faced web having a first flute size and a second single-faced web having a second flute size. The first single-faced web is conveyed along a track into a double backer forming a first corrugated material. When a flute change sequence is initiated, the single-faced web is cut using a pressurized stream of water such that the single-faced web disengages with the double backer. Generally simultaneously, the second single-faced web is introduced into the double backer using an air jet, wherein a second corrugated material is formed.	09-01-2011
20110297323	APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING CORRUGATED MATERIAL - A method and system for automatically changing the flute size in a corrugation process without stopping or slowing the overall corrugation process utilizing a first single-faced web having a first flute size and a second single-faced web having a second flute size. The first single-faced web is conveyed along a track into a double backer forming a first corrugated material. When a flute change sequence is initiated, the single-faced web is cut using a pressurized stream of water such that the single-faced web disengages with the double backer. Generally simultaneously, the second single-faced web is introduced into the double backer using an air jet, wherein a second corrugated material is formed.	12-08-2011

James Bryan, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100091447	System and Method for Providing Liquid Cooling of Memory Devices - A device comprising a first thermal interface material, and a first micro-channel cold plate. The first thermal interface material is in physical communication with a first plurality of memory modules of a computer system. The first micro-channel cold plate is in physical communication with the first thermal interface material. The first micro-channel cold plate is adapted to allow a fluid flow through a first plurality of micro-channels, and configured to remove a first amount of heat produced by the first memory modules of the computer system through the first thermal interface material.	04-15-2010
20110176273	System and Method for Cooling Information Handling Resources - Systems and methods for reducing problems and disadvantages associated with traditional approaches to cooling information handling resources are provided. A method for cooling information handling resources, may include conveying a flowing fluid proximate to one or more information handling resources such that the flowing fluid is thermally coupled to the one or more information handling resources and heat generated by the one or more information handling resources is transferred to the flowing fluid. The method may also include conveying the flowing fluid to a cooling unit such that heat is transferred from the flowing fluid.	07-21-2011

James Bryan, Highlands Ranch, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110161124	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ENTERPRISE BUILDING AUTOMATION - A method and system for an enterprise-level building automation system, the method includes providing building level building data to a building level building automation system (BAS) associated with a property, the building level building data including a status of building equipment; communicating building level building data provided to a plurality of different building level building automation systems (BASs), each of the plurality of different building level BASs being associated with a distinct property to an enterprise level BAS; providing energy utility data to the enterprise level BAS; monitoring the building level data associated with each distinct property in real time by the enterprise level BAS; and generating, based on the building level data and the energy utility data, a report including a graphical visualization of the building level data and the energy utility data associated with each distinct property by the enterprise level BAS.	06-30-2011

James E. Bryan, Columbia, MO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090008075	Polyhedral array heat transfer tube - A heat exchanger tube that comprises a tubular member having a longitudinal axis and having an inner surface that is divided into at least two regions along the circumferential direction. A first plurality of polyhedrons are formed on the inner surface along at least one polyhedral axis. Each of the polyhedrons have four opposite sides. The polyhedrons have first and second faces that are disposed parallel to the polyhedral axis and have third and fourth faces disposed oblique to the polyhedral axis. The polyhedral axis is disposed at a first helical angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the tube. A second plurality of polyhedrons is formed on the inner surface adjacent to the first plurality of polyhedrons. The second plurality of polyhedrons is disposed along at least one polyhedral axis. Each of the polyhedrons has four opposite sides. The polyhedrons have first and second faces disposed parallel to the polyhedral axis and have third and fourth faces disposed oblique to the polyhedral axis. The polyhedral axis is disposed at a second helical angle with respect to the longitudinal axis of the tube. The orientation of the second helical angle is opposite to the orientation of the first helical angle.	01-08-2009

James Kyle Bryan, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090136419	HIGH DOSE RADIONUCLIDE COMPLEXES FOR BONE MARROW TREATMENT - The present invention relates to a method of suppressing bone marrow (BM) and treating conditions that arise in or near bone such as cancer, myeloproliferative diseases, autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, metabolic diseases or genetic diseases, with compositions having as their active ingredient a radionuclide complexed with a chelating agent such as macrocyclic aminophosphonic acid.	05-28-2009

Jason A. Bryan, Avon Lake, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120109137	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ASSISTING WITH ATTACHMENT OF A STOCK IMPLANT TO A PATIENT TISSUE - A guide for assisting with attachment of a stock prosthetic implant to a patient tissue includes a lower guide surface configured to contact an upper implant surface of the stock prosthetic implant when a lower implant surface of the stock prosthetic implant contacts the patient tissue. An upper guide surface is accessible to a user when the lower guide surface is in contact with the upper implant surface. At least one guiding aperture extends through the guide body between the upper and lower guide surfaces at a predetermined aperture location with respect to the guide body and defines a predetermined target trajectory through the guide body. At least one of the target trajectory and the aperture location of each guiding aperture is preselected responsive to preoperative imaging of the patient tissue. A method of assisting with attachment of a stock prosthetic implant to a patient tissue is also provided.	05-03-2012
20120109226	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ASSISTING WITH ARRANGEMENT OF A STOCK INSTRUMENT WITH RESPECT TO A PATIENT TISSUE - A stock instrument includes at least one guide interacting feature. A lower instrument surface of the stock instrument is placed into contact with the patient tissue. A guide has a lower guide surface contoured to substantially mate with at least a portion of an upper instrument surface of the stock instrument. A predetermined instrument orientation upon the patient tissue is defined, which is preselected responsive to preoperative imaging of the patient tissue. The guide and instrument are mated in a predetermined relative guide/instrument orientation wherein at least one guide interacting feature of the instrument is placed into engagement with at least one instrument guiding feature of the guide. The guide is moved into a predetermined guide orientation with respect to the patient tissue and concurrently the instrument is moved into a predetermined instrument orientation with respect to the patient tissue.	05-03-2012

Jason Allen Bryan, Avon Lake, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080269906	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING FOR A SURGICAL PROCEDURE - A method of preparing for a surgical procedure includes creating a three-dimensional bone model of a subject bone of a patient. At least a portion of the bone model is compared to at least one three-dimensional reference anatomic model. At least one structural difference between the bone model and the at least one reference anatomic model is identified. At least one desired subject bone structural change is specified to produce a modified bone model responsive to the step of identifying at least one structural difference between the bone model and the at least one reference anatomic model. An apparatus for preparing for a surgical procedure is also provided.	10-30-2008
20100329536	IMAGE ANALYSIS OF BIOLOGICAL OBJECTS - Systems and methods are described for performing image analysis. A computer-implemented method for analyzing images may include quantitatively analyzing image data to identify image objects relative to a background portion of the image according to predefined object criteria, the image data including a plurality of image objects that represent objects in a sample distributed across a substrate. The identified image objects are further clustered into groups or colonies of the identified image objects according to predetermined clustering criteria.	12-30-2010
20120022657	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PREPARING FOR A SURGICAL PROCEDURE - A method of preparing for a surgical procedure includes creating a three-dimensional bone model of a subject bone of a patient. At least a portion of the bone model is compared to at least one three-dimensional reference anatomic model. At least one structural difference between the bone model and the at least one reference anatomic model is identified. At least one desired subject bone structural change is specified to produce a modified bone model responsive to the step of identifying at least one structural difference between the bone model and the at least one reference anatomic model. An apparatus for preparing for a surgical procedure is also provided.	01-26-2012

Jill Rene Bryan, E. Brownsburg, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110289620	AAD-1 EVENT DAS-40278-9, RELATED TRANSGENIC CORN LINES, EVENT-SPECIFIC IDENTIFICATION THEREOF, AND METHODS OF WEED CONTROL INVOLVING AAD-1 - This invention relates in part to plant breeding and herbicide tolerant plants. This invention includes a novel aad-1 transformation event in corn plants comprising a polynucleotide sequence, as described herein, inserted into a specific site within the genome of a corn cell. In some embodiments, said event/polynucleotide sequence can be “stacked” with other traits, including, for example, other herbicide tolerance gene(s) and/or insect-inhibitory proteins. Additionally, the subject invention provides assays for detecting the presence of the subject event in a sample (of corn grain, for example). The assays can be based on the DNA sequence of the recombinant construct, inserted into the corn genome, and on the genomic sequences flanking the insertion site. Kits and conditions useful in conducting the assays are also provided. The subject invention also includes related methods of controlling weeds.	11-24-2011

John R. Bryan, Denver, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090326725	Managing Electric Power Consumption - A system for monitoring and managing electric power consumption at a customer location includes a plurality of devices located at various points on a mains distribution network at the customer location, each of the devices being programmed to monitor electric power consumption, and a central processing device located at the customer location, the central processing device being programmed to receive the electric power consumption information from the devices, analyze the electric power consumption information, and manage future electric power consumption based on the electric power consumption information.	12-31-2009

John Rogers Bryan, Denver, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110196692	APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR GRID STORAGE - A system and method of grid storage to provide various possible services upon request or otherwise. The system may involve a plurality of fleet vehicle or other vehicles with an electric drive train and some form of energy storage, such as batteries. The vehicles are aggregated in a common location while connected to the grid and the system has control over and otherwise manages the collection of storage assets to provide the service. Further, a third party system may control and otherwise own the battery resources. In such an arrangement, the third party system may receive remuneration from a utility or the like for provision of the requested service and the third party system may also receive remuneration from the vehicle owner for use of the battery system.	08-11-2011

John S. Bryan, Fort Wayne, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100125552	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR UPDATING VIEWER CACHES - Methods, systems, and articles of manufacture for updating map viewers include associating a first map viewer update cache with a first map viewer, the first map viewer update cache comprising a first map viewer data update, associating a second map viewer update cache with a second map viewer, the second map viewer update cache comprising a second map viewer data update, and sending one of the first and second map viewer data updates from one of the first and second map viewer update caches to the associated one of the first and second map viewers.	05-20-2010
20110286664	PROVIDING A SYMBOL - In one aspect, a computer-implemented method of providing a symbol includes using a computer to receive a request to provide the symbol, retrieve an image based on the request, modify the image based on the request, convert the image to form the symbol and provide the symbol. In another aspect, an article includes a machine-readable medium that stores executable instructions to provide a symbol. The instructions cause a machine to receive a request to provide the symbol, retrieve an image based on the request, modify the image based on the request, convert the image to the symbol and provide the symbol. In a further aspect, an apparatus to provide a symbol includes circuitry to receive a request to provide the symbol, retrieve an image based on the request, modify the image based on the request, convert the image to the symbol and provide the symbol.	11-24-2011

Joshua A. Bryan, Columbia, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100015943	ALERT SYSTEM AND PERSONAL APPARATUS - An alert system and apparatus for an emergency alert system is provided to disseminate emergency information to the public utilizing a universal paging system through a personal alert device such as a cellular telephone, pager, PDA or E-FOB. The alert system utilizes an emergency alert system signal from the NOAA alert system to broadcast the alert message to cellular devices in a specified alert area. The broadcast message provides information related to the alert level. The E-FOB may be a passive device which is activated by a NOAA alert signal and then listens for a cellular message. If the E-FOB is within the alert area, the E-FOB provides information to the user. If the E-FOB is not within the alert area, the E-FOB returns to a passive state.	01-21-2010
20110298612	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PERSONAL ALERT - An alert system and apparatus for an emergency alert system is provided to disseminate emergency information to the public utilizing a universal paging system through a personal alert device such as a cellular telephone, pager, PDA or E-FOB. The alert system utilizes an emergency alert system signal from an alert system to broadcast the alert message to cellular devices in a specified alert area. The broadcast message provides information related to the alert level. The personal alert device may be an active or passive device which is activated by an alert signal and then listens for a cellular message. If the personal alert device is within the alert area, the personal alert device provides information to the user	12-08-2011

Kevin M. Bryan, Fort Wayne, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100279640	CONFIGURING RADIOS - In one aspect, a method includes using a processor to receive a request to configure a first radio having a first type. Using the processor includes using the processor to obtain a first configuration type used to configure the first radio and to configure a first radio using the first configuration type.	11-04-2010

Leonard C. Bryan, Palm Beach Gardens, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100172127	Indirect lighting fixture with reflectors - A method and system for adjusting a light source that is capable of displaying light of different colors receives inputs from various sources and provides an output color selection signal. The output color selection signal is applied to the light source to adjust the intensity and color thereof.	07-08-2010
20100277076	SYSTEM FOR ADJUSTING A LIGHT SOURCE BY SENSING AMBIENT ILLUMINATION - A method and system for adjusting a light source that is capable of displaying light of different colors receives inputs from various sources and provides an output color selection signal. The output color selection signal is applied to the light source to adjust the intensity and color thereof.	11-04-2010

Lourie A. Bryan, Tucson, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100174762	Apparatus, System, and Method for Maintaining A Context Stack - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for maintaining a context stack. A monitor module monitors a stack size after each monitor interval for a stack of a plurality of contexts. Each context defines communications between a process and a data set and comprises a pathway for communicating with the data set and a process identifier. A stack module deallocates a context that satisfies a stack policy from the stack if the stack size is within a buffer threshold of a maximum threshold.	07-08-2010
20100218052	APPARATUS AND METHOD TO GENERATE AND COLLECT DIAGNOSTIC DATA - A method to generate and save diagnostic data in the event of an application error, wherein the method supplies a first computing device comprising a microprocessor and a first computer readable medium and an application encoded in said computer readable medium, wherein said application comprises an error handling module. The method further supplies a second computing device comprising a microprocessor and a second computer readable medium and an error data management module encoded in said second computer readable medium, wherein said error data management module comprises a diagnostic data generating module, wherein said first computing device is in communication with said second computing device. The method executes the application, detects by the error handling module an application error, and detects by the error data management module the application error. The method then receives by the error handling module a completion signal from the error data management module, and provides an error signal from the error handling module to a support center.	08-26-2010

Lyle Stanley Bryan, Bermuda Run, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090103268	MODULE ASSEMBLY HAVING HEAT TRANSFER PLATE - A module assembly includes a component housing having a plurality of walls forming a cavity. At least one of the walls includes an opening therethrough open to the cavity. The heat transfer plate is mounted within the opening of the component housing and his exposed on an exterior of the component housing. The heat transfer plate forms at least a portion of a mounting surface of the component housing.	04-23-2009

Lyle Stanley Bryan, Advance, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120016625	LINEAR POSITION SENSOR SYSTEM - A position sensor measures a magnetic flux of a magnetic field produced by a magnet system in a first direction and a second direction. Values associated with the measured magnetic flux in the first direction are adjusted based on a first gain and a first offset that are determined based on the measured magnetic flux and a reference magnetic flux in the first direction. Values associated with the measured magnetic flux in the second direction are adjusted based on a second gain and a second offset that are determined based on the measured magnetic flux and a reference magnetic flux in the second direction. A position of the magnet system with respect to the position sensor at a given time may then be determined based on the adjusted values of the magnetic flux in the first and second directions at the given time.	01-19-2012

Lyle Stanley Bryan, Winston-Salem, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120094509	CONNECTOR SYSTEM AND ASSEMBLY HAVING INTEGRATED PROTECTION CIRCUITRY - A system configured to protect a load within a vehicle includes a plug subassembly and a sensor connector subassembly. The sensor connector subassembly is selectively connectable to the plug subassembly. A circuit board is secured within the sensor connector subassembly. The circuit board includes at least one positive temperature coefficient (PTC) device electrically connected between an activation switch and a load. The circuit board includes at least one circuit to protect against over-voltage or over-current to the load, detect a fault condition of the load, and determine whether the plug subassembly is connected to the sensor connector subassembly.	04-19-2012

Marcia Z. Bryan, Williamsburg, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090276537	Mechanisms for role negotiation in the establishment of secure communication channels in peer-to-peer environments - A method of establishing secure communication channels in peer-to-peer environments is provided, that includes eliminating a role conflict between at least first peer and a second peer, determining which the peer will act as a client and which the peer will act as a server in a secure connection handshake, and when the first peer or the second peer detects a role conflict an attribute of the handshake message is used as a tiebreaker to determine a wait period, where the first peer or the second peer cancels its own requests, drops an incoming request or denies an incoming request and waits a random amount of time before resending the connection request, where a random time interval used by the peers can be different to reduce a chance for role conflict.	11-05-2009

Mark A. Bryan, Eugene, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090302679	Electrical system for controlling coach resources - An electrical system for controlling coach resources for improved reliability and economy. The electrical system may comprise a plurality of smart modules networked together on a multiple channel network, one or more work modules each communicably connected with one of the smart modules, and one or more electrical devices controllably connected with one of the work modules. In one embodiment, the multiple channel network comprises multiple CAN busses and the work modules communicate to smart modules via RS422/485.	12-10-2009

Michael Eugene Bryan, Boulder, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110041134	PLUGGABLE COMPONENT INTERFACE - A system, method, and computer program product are provided for initiating an application in communication with a database management system via a bridge. Application memory is allocated to the application from a shared memory space within the database management system.	02-17-2011

Paul S. Bryan, Belleville, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100250039	Method And System For Initiating Starting Of An Engine In A Hybrid Electric Vehicle - A system and method is provided for initiating starting of an engine in a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) for a first time since a vehicle drive start request. Based on a predetermined fluid temperature and a powertrain fluid temperature from at least one of the powertrain elements in the HEV, it is determined whether energy from the engine is demanded. When the energy from the engine is demanded, the engine is started to provide energy for at least one of heating of a cabin compartment in the HEV and lubrication of a portion of powertrain elements in the HEV.	09-30-2010

Philip Bryan, Honeoye Falls, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090048682	Disposable neck trial adapter - The system to implant a prosthetic device in a long bone such as a femur or a humerus includes a stem implant having a recess. The system of present invention also includes a broach to prepare the long bone that may receive the stem implant. The broach also has a recess that is similar to the recess in the stem implant. An adapter of a generally rectangular shape similar to the recess fits snugly in the recess in the stem implant. A trial neck that fits snugly in the recess formed in the adapter is also provided. A trial head may be assembled on the trial neck. A neck similar to the trial neck can be inserted in place of trial neck. A head may be assembled on the proximal end of the neck. A system for implantation of a prosthetic device in a long bone may be made available as a kit that includes at least two stems having the adapter inserted in each of the stem, at least two trial necks, at least two trial heads, at least two necks and at least two heads.	02-19-2009

Philip L. Bryan, Honeoye Falls, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100280521	PRELOADED IOL INJECTOR - A preloaded intraocular lens injection device includes a retainer for releasably holding an IOL in an unstressed state. The retainer and IOL are removably attached to an injector body and are sealed in the same package for delivery to a surgeon. In an alternate embodiment, the retainer and IOL are coupled together and sealed in one package and the injector body is sealed in a separate package with the surgeon attaching the retainer to the injector body at the time of surgery. To deliver the IOL through the injector body, the retainer is removed from the injector body causing the IOL to release from the retainer and become located in an unstressed state in the injector body. A compressor is moved to the closed position to compress the IOL, the injector tip is inserted through a small incision in an eye and a plunger is advanced to push the IOL through and out the injector body tip and into an eye.	11-04-2010

Philip N. Bryan, North Potomac, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110008869	ENGINEERED PROTEASES FOR AFFINITY PURIFICATION AND PROCESSING OF FUSION PROTEINS - The present invention is directed to the identification of a protease prodomain that is capable of binding a corresponding protease with high affinity. The protease prodomain of the present invention is fused to a second protein to form a protease prodomain fusion protein. The presence of a protease prodomain protein in a fusion protein allows for easy and selective purification of the second protein by incubation with the corresponding protease.	01-13-2011

Raymond G. Bryan, Reno, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090051506	Programmable Light Display - Programmable light assemblies that may function in various operating modes, such as to function as marker lights and/or emergency lights, or have other functions, are disclosed. The protocol and architecture of the light assemblies enables the associated light fixtures to provide a constant current output despite the presence of substantially large voltage ranges, and even when submerged in water. Alternative embodiments of the programmable light assemblies of the invention provide many other features as described herein.	02-26-2009
20100121264	LINER FOR USE WITH A BREAST PUMP - A liner for use with a breast pump has an outer flange portion and a longitudinal portion extending outward from the outer flange portion. The outer flange portion has a first noncircular opening therein for receiving at least a portion of a breast including a nipple. The longitudinal portion has a second opening and a tubular passageway between the first noncircular opening and the second opening for allowing milk expressed from the breast received in the liner to pass through the liner. The outer flange portion is generally planar and adapted to engage a portion of the breast surrounding the nipple during use of the breast cup. The liner is configured for movement between an opened configuration of the noncircular opening and a collapsed configuration of the noncircular opening.	05-13-2010
20100121265	BREAST PUMP - A breast pump has at least one collection assembly for engaging at least a portion of a breast surrounding a nipple and a vacuum pump for applying a vacuum to the collection assembly and thereby to at least the nipple of the breast. A controller is operable to cyclically operate the vacuum pump between a maximum vacuum pressure in the range of about 70 mm Hg to about 150 mm Hg and a latching pressure of about 30 mm Hg.	05-13-2010
20100121266	BREAST CUP ASSEMBLY FOR A BREAST PUMP - A breast cup assembly for a breast pump has a generally funnel-shaped support member with an open wide end, an open narrow end, a tapered central passage extending between the wide end and the narrow end. A liner is positioned at least in part in the support member. The liner has a first noncircular opening therein for receiving at least a portion of a breast including a nipple, a second opening spaced from the first noncircular opening, and a tubular passageway between the first noncircular opening and the second opening for allowing milk expressed from the breast received in the liner to pass through the liner. The liner is configured for movement between an opened configuration of the noncircular opening and a collapsed configuration of the noncircular opening.	05-13-2010
20110284491	NIPPLE FOR AN INFANT BOTTLE ASSEMBLY HAVING A FLOW CONTROL VALVE AND AN INFANT BOTTLE ASSEMBLY HAVING SUCH A NIPPLE - A nipple for a bottle assembly includes a flow control valve configured to open when subjected to a first vacuum pressure and to close when subjected to a second vacuum pressure that is substantially the same as or less than the first vacuum pressure. The flow control valve is configured to maintain the flow rate through the nipple between approximately 7 milliliters per minute and approximately 15 milliliters per minute.	11-24-2011
20120043293	Nipple For An Infant Bottle Assembly And An Infant Bottle Assembly Having Such a Nipple - A nipple for use with a nursing bottle is provided. The nipple includes a base portion and a bulbous sidewall connected to and extending upward from the base portion. The bulbous sidewall has a height and a maximum width that is larger than said height. The nipple further includes an end portion extending upward from the bulbous sidewall and having an outlet opening therein.	02-23-2012

Richard F. Bryan, Clinton, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080201303	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR A WIZARD BASED COMPLEX FILTER WITH REALTIME FEEDBACK - A method for implementing a software based wizard interface to filter a set of targets in real-time with filter criteria includes receiving, at the wizard interface, user filter criteria; querying a data set based on the filter criteria; providing filtered data from the data set to a user; determining whether the filtered data meets a user's requirements; closing the wizard interface in the event the filtered data meets the user's requirements; wherein the filter criteria is input into a control pane, and the filtered data is displayed on a results pane that form the wizard interface; wherein the control pane and the results pane are continuously displayed by the wizard interface; and wherein the filter wizard is configured for the user to make adjustments to the filter criteria by navigating backward and forward in the control pane without having to complete, exit, or relaunch the filter wizard.	08-21-2008

Ruth Bryan, New Rochelle, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090328258	Radiosynthesis as an Alternative Energy Utilization Process in Melanized Organisms and Uses Thereof - This present invention provides methods of enhancing the growth of a microorganism or plant by increasing its melanin content and exposing it to radiation, and methods of using melanized microorganisms to contain or exclude radiation.	12-31-2009

Samuel A. Bryan, Richland, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100280393	Optical Reflectance Spectroscopy for Evaluation of Radiation Injury - Non-invasive methods and systems are described for rapidly measuring in-vivo dose, severity, and progression of injury after exposure to damaging phenomena, such as ionizing radiation, chemical burns, or electrical burns. Optical reflectance backscattering spectroscopy is applied to identify and characterize the effects of such phenomena on an individual's whole body and in localized areas.	11-04-2010

Steve Bryan, Nashville, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090047472	BUILDING ELEMENT AND METHOD - A formed building element or “log” comprising a top filler section and a bottom filler section affixed on opposite sides of a center reinforcement member. The center reinforcement member may be a steel or metal rod or tube. The reinforcement member, which may be of approximately the same length of the filler sections, has one end extending out from the end of the building element. The extended end may have a vertical hole extending from top to bottom, adapted to accept a rod pin, which may or may not be threaded. Matching holes extend from the top to bottom of the filler section at the opposite end of the building element, so adjacent building elements may be attached end-to-end.	02-19-2009

Teresa L. Bryan, O'Fallon, MO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090171709	METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR ASSESSING SALES ACTIVITY OF A MERCHANT - A method for assessing sales activity of a merchant using a computer system coupled to a database is provided. The sales activity includes purchases made by a customer using a financial transaction card over a financial transaction card network. The method includes storing within the database a plurality of merchant profiles wherein each merchant profile describes a customer community of the corresponding merchant utilizing the financial transaction card network, determining a violator merchant profile based on a customer community associated with a violator merchant wherein the violator merchant uses the financial transaction card network to engage in at least one of illegal, potentially illegal and undesirable sales activities with at least a portion of the associated customer community, comparing the violator merchant profile to each merchant profile stored within the database, and identifying at least one potential violator merchant for further investigation based on the comparison.	07-02-2009

Thomas Bryan, Raleigh, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090000554	Methods and apparatus for delivering multiple substances in ovo - In ovo injection methods and apparatus are provided wherein multiple substances, particularly incompatible substances such as oil-based and aqueous-based substances, can be injected without reducing efficacy of the substances and without requiring complex mechanical injection devices. Injection of multiple substances may occur simultaneously or sequentially.	01-01-2009
20100002225	Methods and Apparatus for Maintaining Effective Operation of Apparatus for Candling Avian Eggs - Egg candling methods and apparatus are provided wherein the optical path between a light source and light detector is monitored for obscuring debris and/or malfunctions. A method of candling eggs includes illuminating an egg with light from a light source; receiving light passing through the egg at a light detector; generating an output signal that corresponds to light received at the light detector for the egg; and analyzing the output signal to determine whether the optical path between the light source and light detector has been altered. In response to determining that a respective optical path has been altered, the light source and/or light detector is cleaned and/or inspected for malfunctions. Cleaning the light source and/or light detector may include wiping a surface of the light source and/or light detector and/or spraying a surface of the light source and/or light detector with a fluid.	01-07-2010

Vincent Bryan, Mercer Island, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100070042	Implantable Joint Prosthesis - The invention relates to a surgical implant that provides an artificial diarthroidal-like joint, suitable for use in replacing any joint, but particularly suitable for use as an intervertebral disc endoprosthesis. The invention contains two rigid opposing shells, each having an outer surface adapted to engage the surfaces of the bones of a joint in such a way that the shells are immobilized by friction between their outer surfaces and the surfaces of the bone. These outer surfaces are sufficiently rough that large frictional forces strongly resist any slippage between the outer surface and the bone surfaces in the joint. They may be convex, and when inserted into a milled concavity, are immediately mechanically stable. Desirably, the outer surfaces of the shells are adapted to allow for bony ingrowth, which further stabilizes the shells in place. The inner surfaces of the shells are relatively smooth, and adapted to slide easily across a portion of the outer surface of a central body disposed between the shells. The central body has a shape that cooperates with the shape of the inner surface of the shell so as to provide a range of motion similar to that provided by a healthy joint. A flexible sheath extends between edges of the opposing shells. The inner surface of this sheath, together with the inner surfaces of the rigid shells, defines a cavity encasing the central body. At least a portion of this cavity is filled with a fluid lubricant, further decreasing the frictional force between inner surfaces of the shell and the surface of the central body.	03-18-2010
20110295374	IMPLANTABLE JOINT PROSTHESIS - The invention relates to a surgical implant that provides an artificial diarthroidal-like joint, suitable for use in replacing any joint, but particularly suitable for use as an intervertebral disc endoprosthesis. The invention contains two rigid opposing shells, each having an outer surface adapted to engage the surfaces of the bones of a joint in such a way that the shells are immobilized by friction between their outer surfaces and the surfaces of the bone. These outer surfaces are sufficiently rough that large frictional forces strongly resist any slippage between the outer surface and the bone surfaces in the joint. They may be convex, and when inserted into a milled concavity, are immediately mechanically stable. Desirably, the outer surfaces of the shells are adapted to allow for bony ingrowth, which further stabilizes the shells in place. The inner surfaces of the shells are relatively smooth, and adapted to slide easily across a portion of the outer surface of a central body disposed between the shells. The central body has a shape that cooperates with the shape of the inner surface of the shell so as to provide a range of motion similar to that provided by a healthy joint. A flexible sheath extends between edges of the opposing shells. The inner surface of this sheath, together with the inner surfaces of the rigid shells, defines a cavity encasing the central body. At least a portion of this cavity is filled with a fluid lubricant, further decreasing the frictional force between inner surfaces of the shell and the surface of the central body.	12-01-2011

Vincent E. Bryan, Quincy, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080264030	STEM CLIPPER AND CRUSHER MECHANISMS FOR USE WITH FRUIT TREES AND THE LIKE - A clipper or shearing mechanism for separating a produce item such as an apple from the plant upon which it has grown such as an apple tree is disclosed. The mechanism provides a stem separating or severing mechanism comprising at least two mutually movable elements adapted to engage and sever the stem of the produce item. A trigger can be provided to actuate the stem severing mechanism. If desired, a mounting mechanism for mounting the severing elements in a predetermined position relative to a produce intake element can be provided as well. The mechanism can also be provided with crushing mechanisms to crush and soften an exposed portion of the produce item stem. The crushed stem will be less likely to poke and consequently damage adjacent produce items.	10-30-2008

William Barry Bryan, Indianapolis, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090165864	Supersonic inlet - The present invention includes a supersonic inlet having a converging portion and a diverging portion operable to diffuse engine airflow from supersonic speeds to subsonic speeds. A physical throat includes a fixed flow area at a fixed location is between the converging and diverging portions of the inlet. A fluidic injector injects pressurized fluid into the inlet to form a variable effective throat within the inlet and improve the off design efficiency of the inlet.	07-02-2009
20110027065	AXIAL COMPRESSOR VANE - A gas turbine engine axial compressor vane is disclosed having an aperture capable of flowing a relatively high pressure working fluid to change a direction of a flow vector downstream of the vane. The relatively high pressure working fluid can originate from a compressor discharge. The vane may have any number of apertures.	02-03-2011

William J. Bryan, Mahlomedi, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120020110	BACKLIGHT ASYMMETRIC LIGHT INPUT WEDGE - A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.	01-26-2012

William J. Bryan, Mahtomedi, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080246837	AUTOSTEREOSCOPIC LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS - A display apparatus includes an autosteroscopic liquid crystal display panel having a frame response time of less than 10 milliseconds, and a backlight positioned to provide light to the autosteroscopic liquid crystal display. The backlight includes a right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source capable of being modulated between the right eye solid state light source and a left eye solid state light source at a rate of at least 90 Hertz.	10-09-2008
20090067048	STRUCTURED ORIENTED FILMS FOR USE IN DISPLAYS - Films having a structured surface with an engineered feature, such as prism grooves, to be used in displays having a backlight. The films can be arranged in a stack having one or more of the following: birefringent brightness enhancement films, non-birefringent brightness enhancement films, polarizers, diffusers, birefringent turning films, and non-birefringent turning films. Those films can be arranged in any order from the backlight to a viewer.	03-12-2009
20090273948	BACKLIGHT ASYMMETRIC LIGHT INPUT WEDGE - A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.	11-05-2009
20100165660	BACKLIGHT AND DISPLAY SYSTEM USING SAME - A backlight that includes a front reflector and a back reflector that form a hollow light recycling cavity including an output surface is disclosed. The backlight further includes one or more light sources disposed to emit light into the light recycling cavity. The front reflector includes an on-axis average reflectivity of at least 90% for visible light polarized in a first plane, and an on-axis average reflectivity of at least 25% but less than 90% for visible light polarized in a second plane perpendicular to the first plane.	07-01-2010
20100208041	STEREOSCOPIC 3D DISPLAY DEVICE - 3D stereoscopic viewing enabled by the use of a fast switching speed LCD panel, dynamic backlight, and low cost glasses. The system utilizes an LCD panel with an LED backlight and wavelength selective glasses to isolate each channel by color. The system is based on alternating left and right image frames on an LCD panel. The left and right frames are illuminated by two slightly different red-green-blue light sources that are synchronized sequentially. The light sources are designed to emit light of different spectral composition. The viewer wears glasses where the left lens or filter passes only the spectrum of light used for the left channel of data, and the right lens or filter passes only the spectrum of light used for the right channel of data.	08-19-2010
20110099864	BACKLIGHT ASYMMETRIC LIGHT INPUT WEDGE - A backlight is disclosed and includes a visible light transmissive body primarily propagating light by TIR with a light input surface and a light output surface and a light guide portion and a light input portion. The light guide portion has a light reflection surface and a light emission surface. The light input portion has opposing side surfaces that are not parallel. One of the opposing surfaces is co-planar with either the light emission surface or the light reflection surface. A light source is disposed adjacent to the light input surface. The light source emits light into the light input portion. A reflective layer is disposed adjacent to or on the opposing side surfaces.	05-05-2011
20110134347	STEREOSCOPIC 3D LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY APPARATUS WITH SLATTED LIGHT GUIDE - A scanning backlight for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display apparatus includes a light guide formed from a plurality of segments. Each segment has a first side and a second side opposite the first side, and a first surface extending between the first and second sides and a second surface opposite the first surface. The first surface substantially re-directs light and the second surface substantially transmits light. The plurality of segments are arranged substantially in parallel and with the second surfaces transmitting light in substantially the same direction to provide backlighting for a stereoscopic 3D liquid crystal display. A first light source is disposed along the first side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the first side, and a second light source is disposed along the second side of each segment for transmitting light into the light guide from the second side. Each segment first and second light source is selectively turned on and off in a particular pattern and each segment light source selectively transmits light into the light guide first side or light guide second side to form a scanning backlight.	06-09-2011
20110198781	METHODS FOR CHANGING THE SHAPE OF A SURFACE OF A SHAPE MEMORY POLYMER ARTICLE - Methods for changing the shape of a surface of an article are disclosed. The methods may include providing a liquid polymer precursor, casting the precursor against a first tool assembly, curing the precursor to form a shape memory polymer substrate, deforming one or more surfaces of the substrate, and mobilizing the shape memory polymer to shift the deformed surface of the substrate from a deformed shape to a pre-set shape.	08-18-2011

William L. Bryan, Knoxville, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090212226	SPACE CHARGE DOSIMETERS FOR EXTREMELY LOW POWER MEASUREMENTS OF RADIATION IN SHIPPING CONTAINERS - Methods and apparatus are described for space charge dosimeters for extremely low power measurements of radiation in shipping containers. A method includes insitu polling a suite of passive integrating ionizing radiation sensors including reading-out dosimetric data from a first passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor and a second passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor, where the first passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor and the second passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor remain situated where the dosimetric data was integrated while reading-out. Another method includes arranging a plurality of ionizing radiation sensors in a spatially dispersed array; determining a relative position of each of the plurality of ionizing radiation sensors to define a volume of interest; collecting ionizing radiation data from at least a subset of the plurality of ionizing radiation sensors; and triggering an alarm condition when a dose level of an ionizing radiation source is calculated to exceed a threshold.	08-27-2009
20100072380	SPACE CHARGE DOSIMETERS FOR EXTREMELY LOW POWER MEASUREMENTS OF RADIATION IN SHIPPING CONTAINERS - Methods and apparatus are described for space charge dosimeters for extremely low power measurements of radiation in shipping containers. A method includes insitu polling a suite of passive integrating ionizing radiation sensors including reading-out dosimetric data from a first passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor and a second passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor, where the first passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor and the second passive integrating ionizing radiation sensor remain situated where the dosimetric data was integrated while reading-out. Another method includes arranging a plurality of ionizing radiation sensors in a spatially dispersed array; determining a relative position of each of the plurality of ionizing radiation sensors to define a volume of interest; collecting ionizing radiation data from at least a subset of the plurality of ionizing radiation sensors; and triggering an alarm condition when a dose level of an ionizing radiation source is calculated to exceed a threshold.	03-25-2010