Burke, CA
Andrew Burke, Paradise CA
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20160132886 | FRAUD DETECTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Systems and methods disclosed herein related to a fraud detection system that receives data from multiple sources and normalizes the data to create transaction data using overlapping data from the multiple sources. Fraud analysis is performed using a probabilistic approach to alert generation, wherein alerts are only sent to customers when the probability of fraud exceeds a threshold. As a result, false positives are avoided. | 05-12-2016 |
Benjamin Burke, Edmonton CA
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20120150016 | IMAGE GUIDED RADIATION THERAPY SYSTEM AND SHIELDED RADIO FREQUENCY DETECTOR COIL FOR USE THEREIN - A radiation therapy system includes a radiation source capable of generating a beam of radiation; a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) apparatus comprising at least one radiofrequency detector coil; and an electrically grounded dielectric material between the radiation source and the radiofrequency detector coil for shielding the at least one radiofrequency detector coil from the beam of radiation. Also disclosed is a radiofrequency detector coil for a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) apparatus sheathed at least in part by a dielectric material that is adapted to be electrically grounded. | 06-14-2012 |
20150080704 | REDUCING ARTEFACTS IN MRI IMAGE DATA - A computer-implemented method is provided for reducing artefacts in an MRI image as a result of radiation induced current in collector coils of an MRI apparatus. The method comprises the following steps. Selecting a plurality of pixels in a k-space image prior to generation of the MRI image. Analysing each of the plurality of selected pixels to determine whether a pixel intensity is greater than a predefined global threshold. For each pixel having pixel intensity greater than the predefined global threshold, determining whether the pixel lies within a signal region of the k-space image or outside of the signal region of the k-space image. For each pixel that lies outside of the signal region, modifying the pixel intensity to be similar to a background pixel intensity, thereby creating a modified k-space image. Generating the MRI image based on the modified k-space image. A non-transitory computer readable medium and a radiation therapy system configured to implement the method are also provided. | 03-19-2015 |
Brian Burke, Courtice CA
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20150090082 | CUTTING TOOL AND METHODS FOR USE - A pipe cutting tool having: a plurality of rollers; a clamping member moveable between an open position in which a pipe is insertable between the plurality of rollers and a clamping position in which the pipe is secured between the rollers; a cutting apparatus having first, second, and third cutting members configured to optionally sequentially engage the pipe when positioned between the plurality of rollers; a drive motor drivingly connected to at least one of the rollers; and an actuator operatively connected to the drive motor. | 04-02-2015 |
20150090083 | CUTTING TOOL AND METHODS FOR USE - A pipe cutting tool having: a plurality of rollers; a clamping member moveable between an open position in which a pipe is insertable between the plurality of rollers and a clamping position in which the pipe is secured between the rollers; a cutting apparatus having first, second, and third cutting members configured to optionally sequentially engage the pipe when positioned between the plurality of rollers; a drive motor drivingly connected to at least one of the rollers; and an actuator operatively connected to the drive motor. | 04-02-2015 |
20150091292 | PIPE SEALING TOOL AND METHODS FOR USE - A pipe connecting tool having a pipe joining material section including a pipe joining material container, a conduit from the pipe joining material container to a delivery nozzle, and a heater in thermal communication with at least a portion of the pipe joining material section. The pipe connecting tool may include one or both of a sensor for determining when a cavity has been filled by pipe joining material ejected from the delivery nozzle and a drill module. | 04-02-2015 |
20150094417 | PIPE JOINING MATERIAL FOR CONNECTING PIPES - A pipe joining material for connecting pipes and fittings and a method of making a pipe joining material are provided. The pipe joining material may include a thermoplastic material such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and/or chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) and a bonding agent for the thermoplastic material. | 04-02-2015 |
20150094426 | PIPE JOINING MATERIAL FOR CONNECTING PIPES - A pipe joining material for connecting pipes and fittings and a method of making a pipe joining material are provided. The pipe joining material may include a thermoplastic material such as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and/or chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) and a bonding agent for the thermoplastic material. | 04-02-2015 |
Derryl Burke, Montréal CA
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20160114103 | INTRAVENOUS LINE ORGANIZING SYSTEM - An intravenous line organizing system to be attached to patients to organize one or several IV lines, preventing entanglement and contamination by dragging on the floor, while allowing patient mobility. The hypoallergenic device can be strapped with a band around a patient's limb or torso, or adhered to the skin anywhere on the body. Each clip element allows one IV line to float freely through it. Each clip element rotates 360° and can move horizontally within a channel in the system, or it can be pushed into a locked position, preventing rotation and horizontal movement. | 04-28-2016 |
Francis Michael Burke, Toronto CA
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20090139469 | Electrolyte Delivery System and Method - In a system for providing electrolyte to an electrolysis cell for producing hydrogen gas to inject into the intake of an internal combustion engine, a water store is in communication with a water supply line, for replenishing the level of electrolyte solution used by the electrolysis cell. A valve which may be disposed at a level below the level of the water supply line and is opened, for example upon deactivation of the engine, to drain the water out of the water supply line and prevent freezing in sub-freezing temperatures. | 06-04-2009 |
20090301407 | Electrolyte Delivery System - The present invention provides a system for providing electrolyte to an electrolysis cell for producing hydrogen gas to inject into the intake of an internal combustion engine. The system includes an electrolysis cell having an electrolyte input port, an electrolyte output port and at least one working gas output port. The electrolyte output port communicates with a storage reservoir. A coolant liquid conduit is in thermal communication with the electrolyte solution and in fluid communication with a portion of the engine coolant system in which the coolant liquid has been heated by the engine when the engine is running. To heat up the electrolyte solution and improve the efficiency of electrolysis, the heated liquid coolant is diverted from the engine coolant system and circulated through the heating system to transfer heat to the liquid containing the electrolyte. In freezing temperatures the heated liquid coolant may also be diverted from the engine coolant system and circulated through the distilled water store to thaw the water used to replenish the electrolyte solution. | 12-10-2009 |
20090320807 | System and Method for Hydrogen-Assisted Cold Starting of An Engine - The present invention provides a system for providing hydrogen gas to inject into the intake of an internal combustion engine. A hydrogen storage reservoir in communication with the gas output port stores a supply of hydrogen, and a hydrogen storage release valve retains the hydrogen in the storage reservoir and selectively releases hydrogen from the storage reservoir when the engine is started. In the preferred embodiment the system comprises an electrolysis cell that produces hydrogen when the engine is warm, and hydrogen is released from the storage reservoir when the system is active but the electrolysis cell is not producing hydrogen. | 12-31-2009 |
20110024303 | ELECTROLYSER - An electrolyser comprising a stack of electrolysis plates, the plates being maintained in substantial alignment to comprise an electrolysis cell, and a press for applying a compressive force to opposed ends of the cell whereby the press maintains the electrolysis plates in substantial alignment when the electrolyser is in operation. | 02-03-2011 |
20110094892 | ELECTROLYSER - An electrolyser comprising a stack of electrolysis plates, the plates being maintained in substantial alignment to comprise an electrolysis cell, and a press for applying a compressive force to opposed ends of the cell whereby the press maintains the electrolysis plates in substantial alignment when the electrolyser is in operation. | 04-28-2011 |
Glynn Burke, St. Johns CA
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20130212256 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ACCESSING TELESCOPES - A user obtains, views and stores image data of a selected celestial object from a network of available telescopes using a computer-generated user interface. Based on the selected object, information is accessed regarding each telescope from data sources such as databases and/or live data feeds to automatically select telescopes that are suitable for imaging the object, e.g., according to factors such as telescope type, power and configuration, location, weather conditions and altitude. The user may select a particular telescope and imaging time from a schedule of available telescopes and imaging times. At the scheduled time, an image is recorded of the celestial object and communicated to a central data store for access by the user, e.g., via a web site The user may be charged for the service based on factors such as exposure time, scheduling priority, type of telescope and the like. | 08-15-2013 |
20140310399 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ACCESSING TELESCOPES - A user obtains, views and stores image data of a selected celestial object from a network of available telescopes using a computer-generated user interface. Based on the selected object, information is accessed regarding each telescope from data sources such as databases and/or live data feeds to automatically select telescopes that are suitable for imaging the object, e.g., according to factors such as telescope type, power and configuration, location, weather conditions, visibility, and altitude. The user may select a particular telescope and imaging time from a schedule of available telescopes and imaging times. At the scheduled time, an image is recorded of the celestial object and communicated to a central data store for access by the user, e.g., via a web site. | 10-16-2014 |
Jonathan R. Burke, Stratford CA
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20080251356 | System for particulate removal and reclamation in a manufacturing environment - A pneumatic recirculating system for particulate material removal and reclamation in a manufacturing environment comprising, a conveyor, a housing cooperatively disposed with the conveyor, an air pump pneumatically connected to a manifold for extracting air from the housing, an air knife cooperatively disposed with respect to the manifold, the air knife directing an air flow toward a product on the conveyor, a separator pneumatically connected to the air pump discharge for removing particulate material removed from the housing; and a separator discharge pneumatically connected to the air knife. | 10-16-2008 |
Larry S. Burke, Brentwood Bay CA
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20120030226 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR USING LEXICALLY-RELATED QUERY ELEMENTS WITHIN A DYNAMIC OBJECT FOR SEMANTIC SEARCH REFINEMENT AND NAVIGATION - A method and system for dynamically refining and navigating between alternative search query elements are disclosed. The method and system are applicable to searching an information system such as the Internet, an intranet, or any database, lexicon, or collection of documents, disk drive, images or video or audio content. A user enters their search query into a search query receiver. As the user enters their search query, they see, in real-time in a dynamically-generated object, such as a drop-down menu, iFrame, or browser window, possible matches to their search query string, and more specifically, the user receives within the dynamic object alternative semantically- and lexically-related search elements that relate to the search query string and from which the user can either make a selection to further refine their search query, or the user can proceed to view search results based on the selected query element. The relation of alternate lexical elements is based on a controlled or structured vocabulary (for example a thesaurus). | 02-02-2012 |
20120036455 | USER INTERFACES FOR NAVIGATING STRUCTURED CONTENT - User interfaces for navigating structured content. In one example embodiment, a user interface for navigating structured content includes a grid and a plurality of multi-dimensional cells each having a unique position in the grid. Each cell is configured to display only a first dimension of structured content before selection and display one or more additional dimensions of structured content upon selection. | 02-09-2012 |
20120089914 | USER INTERFACES FOR NAVIGATING STRUCTURED CONTENT - User interfaces for navigating structured content. In one example embodiment, a user interface includes a grid, a header row of cells each positioned in a separate column of the grid, a header column of cells each positioned in a separate row of the grid, a plurality of multi-dimensional cells each having a unique position in the grid, and a viewport that displays only a portion of the grid. Upon of reception an indication that the portion of the grid displayed within the viewport should simultaneously scroll both horizontally and vertically, the multi-dimensional cells of the grid are configured to scroll simultaneously within the viewport both horizontally and vertically, and the header row cells and header column cells of the grid are configured to scroll in a synchronous manner so as to remain visible in the viewport and remain aligned with the rows and columns of multi-dimensional cells. | 04-12-2012 |
Larry Stephen Burke, Victoria CA
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20120030195 | INFORMATION SEARCH, RETRIEVAL AND DISTILLATION INTO KNOWLEDGE OBJECTS - Embodiments of the invention provide for various methods and apparatuses for searching bodies of knowledge, such as previously indexed source documents reachable over a network, search results from previous searches, and results from performing meta-searches. Search criteria is received from a client, and the bodies of knowledge are searched based on the search criteria, and search results provided responsive to said searching. Search results may be configured to have associated distillation triggers, where selecting a trigger causes its associated search result to be distilled in real-time. Distilled search results can be indexed into portions of the source document for focused entry, and can also be grouped and analytically presented on mid-menus to allow the user to review distilled data in summary form. Results may also have associated status symbols indicating by symbol a particular topic area to which a result is related, and by opacity or other indicator the apparent relevance of a result to the particular topic area. Search and viewing preferences may be determined according to psychometrics, user selection of a default user category, through a question/answer session, or based on monitoring user activity which incrementally defines a profile. | 02-02-2012 |
Mark Burke, Etobicoke CA
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20120298540 | BULK WIRE DAMPENING APPARATUS AND METHOD - A bulk wire dampening apparatus has a rod, an optional bracket, and a damper assembly. The damper assembly includes a sleeve and a damper where the sleeve slideably engages the rod. | 11-29-2012 |
20130001238 | BULK WIRE ISOLATOR APPARATUS - An apparatus includes a bulk wire container comprising coiled wire and an isolator. The isolator includes an attachment means to said bulk wire container, an inlet, an outlet, and a wire engaging means. The wire engaging means translates longitudinal axial movement of the wire in the inlet into circumferential tangential movement about the wire engaging means. | 01-03-2013 |
Murray Burke, Oakville CA
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20090098616 | ENZYMATIC TREATMENT OF LIGNOCELLULOSIC MATERIALS - A method for treating plant materials to release fermentable sugars is disclosed. More specifically, a two-stage enzymatic hydrolysis process for treating lignocellulosic materials and producing a sugar rich process stream that may subsequently be subjected to fermentation to produce biofuels and chemicals is disclosed. | 04-16-2009 |
20090098617 | ENZYMATIC TREATMENT UNDER VACUUM OF LIGNOCELLULOSIC MATERIALS - A method for treating plant materials to release fermentable sugars is disclosed. More specifically, an enzymatic hydrolysis process for treating lignocellulosic materials performed under vacuum and producing a sugar rich process stream that may subsequently be subjected to fermentation to produce biofuels and chemicals is disclosed. | 04-16-2009 |
20090098618 | TREATMENT OF LIGNOCELLULOSIC MATERIALS UTILIZING DISC REFINING AND ENZYMATIC HYDROLYSIS - A method for treating plant materials to release fermentable sugars is disclosed. More specifically, lignocellulosic materials are subjected to disc refining together with enzymatic hydrolysis to produce a sugar rich process stream that may subsequently be subjected to fermentation to produce biofuels and chemicals is disclosed. | 04-16-2009 |
Murray J. Burke, Georgetown CA
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20120195721 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONVEYING A CELLULOSIC FEEDSTOCK - A method and apparatus for preparing a cellulosic feedstock are disclosed. Embodiments of the method comprise passing the cellulosic feedstock through an optional impregnation chamber to an outlet of the impregnation chamber, passing the cellulosic feedstock from the outlet of the impregnation chamber to a holding tank having an inlet and an outlet, and conveying the cellulosic feedstock downwardly and laterally as it travels through the holding tank. Embodiments of the apparatus comprise at least one sidewall defining a passage. The passage has an upper portion and a lower portion, and the lower portion has a greater cross-sectional area than the upper portion. At least one inlet is provided adjacent the upper portion, and at least one outlet is provided adjacent the lower portion, at an elevation below the inlet. | 08-02-2012 |
20130213390 | APPARATUS FOR TREATING A CELLULOSIC FEEDSTOCK - An apparatus for pre-treating a cellulosic feedstock are disclosed. Embodiments of the apparatus comprise a shell defining a treatment chamber having a lower inner surface. The treatment chamber has an inlet and an outlet spaced longitudinally apart from the inlet to define an axial length. A conveyance member is housed within the shell and is configured to sweep the lower inner surface. A plurality of injection ports are provided in at least one of the shell and the conveyance member. | 08-22-2013 |
Nicholas Burke, Hamilton CA
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20140309313 | IMMUNOCOMPATIBLE POLYMERS - A polymer matrix is provided comprising an amine-containing polyampholyte covalently crosslinked with an electrophilic polymer to yield an immunocompatible polymer matrix. A hydrogel system incorporating the polymer matrix is also provided. | 10-16-2014 |
Nicholas Burke, Dundas CA
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20110111033 | HYDROGEL WITH COVALENTLY CROSSLINKED CORE - A novel hydrogel system is provided. The hydrogel system comprises a biocompatible hydrogel core having dispersed therein a covalently crosslinked polymer matrix. The hydrogel system is useful per se or as an encapsulation system. | 05-12-2011 |
20120107394 | IMMUNO-COMPATIBLE HYDROGEL SYSTEM - An immuno-compatible hydrogel system is provided that is resistant to protein binding. The hydrogel system is prepared by contacting a hydrogel solution with a cross-linking agent to form a gel, exposing the gel to an aqueous solution comprising a first polyelectrolyte to form a polyelectrolyte-coated hydrogel, exposing the polyelectrolyte-coated hydrogel to a second polyelectrolyte to form a crosslinked matrix and exposing the matrix to conditions which eliminates, or at least reduces, protein binding sites on the matrix. | 05-03-2012 |
Patrick Burke, Ottawa CA
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20130097114 | QUERY METADATA ENGINE - In one example, a method comprises receiving, with a data access service, an input query from an enterprise software application, wherein the data access service is positioned between the enterprise software application and a multidimensional data source; parsing the input query into a parse tree; generating an abstract syntax tree based on the parse tree, the abstract syntax tree comprising input query elements and multidimensional expression query elements based on the input query; performing an evaluation of metadata comprised in the multidimensional expression query elements of the abstract syntax tree; restructuring the abstract syntax tree based on the evaluation of the metadata; executing a query based on the restructured abstract syntax tree on the multidimensional data source; and retrieving a query result set from the multidimensional data source comprising results that are responsive to the query based on the restructured abstract syntax tree. | 04-18-2013 |
Robert Garfield Burke, Barrie CA
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20110099842 | MOTION CONTROL INSOLE WITH MUSCLE STRENGTHENING COMPONENT - The present invention relates to an insole, midsole or unified outsole-midsole-insole device for use with an article of footwear, displaying significant improvement over conventional similar insole type products through its ability to offer to the wearer an adjustable biofeedback component for the rehabilitation and strengthening of the foot's muscles, as well as an adjustable motion control component for the purpose of controlling the pronation and arch deflection of the human foot during gait. Through this means wearers of the device gradually strengthen their foot while simultaneously decreasing their dependence on secondary motion control structures. | 05-05-2011 |
20130160331 | Shoe Insole or Midsole with a Tri-Dome Configuration for Foot Rehabilitation - The present invention relates to a device to be integrated into an article of footwear, normally as, but not limited to, a shoe innersole or shoe midsole, to interact with the plantar surface of the wearer's foot, in the region of the foot's main first layer intrinsic muscles. The present invention produces benefits to address gait related issues associated with weakened foot structure and faulty gait biomechanics. | 06-27-2013 |
Ronald A. Burke, Toronto CA
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20080313552 | Method for Customizing Cover for Electronic Device - A method and system for customizing a cover for an electronic device is provided. A plurality of templates associated with a plurality of electronic devices are provided. A client may select a template. The client may create and edit images on the template associated with a model of an electronic device. The method including printing or manufacturing the customized cover using the template. | 12-18-2008 |
20130135666 | METHOD FOR CUSTOMIZING COVER FOR ELECTRONIC DEVICE - A method and system for customizing a cover for an electronic device is provided. A plurality of templates associated with a plurality of electronic devices are provided. A client may select a template. The client may create and edit images on the template associated with a model of an electronic device. The method including printing or manufacturing the customized cover using the template. | 05-30-2013 |
Sarah Burke, Ottawa CA
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20090249452 | Systems and Methods for Flexible Service Delivery Network Services - A system and method are described that use a subscriber-centric approach to scalably support the delivery of network services across numerous access protocols and across a multitude of access devices. By allowing the use of a service engine that can range in complexity from a simple macro to a rules engine, this approach is suitable for bundled services, as well as single services. | 10-01-2009 |
Shannon Burke, Tofield CA
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20140049051 | Counterweight Electrical Generating System - An energy generator device is disclosed that creates self-sufficient electricity without the need for external resources. The device comprises two vertical members, each comprising a weight. The weights of the vertical members are secured to a chain which is passed over a sprocket. The sprockets are then rigidly attached to an axle, such that passing the chain over the sprockets rotates the axles. The axles are secured to a gearbox, which is then secured to a magnetic induction generation component. The weights move opposite of each other, such that when one weight is raised the other is lowered, with the lowering weight activating a switch that turns on a hydraulic pump and piston, which then acts to raise the weight. The raising and lowering of the weights rotates the axles, which in turn rotates the turbines of the magnetic induction generation components to produce electricity. | 02-20-2014 |
Simon Burke, Burlington CA
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20120208122 | Continuous emulsification-aggregation process for the production of particles - A continuous emulsion aggregation process for the production of particles is presented including a plurality of continuous stirred-tank reactors (CSTR). The plurality of continuous stirred-tank reactors includes at least one feed tank of raw materials, at least one reactor for facilitating cold addition, at least two reactors for facilitating an aggregation process, at least one reactor for facilitating a shell addition process; at least one reactor for facilitating a freeze process, at least one reactor for facilitating a chelating process, at least one reactor for facilitating a ramp-up process and at least one reactor for facilitating a coalescence process, wherein the reactors are sequentially assembled in a series configuration and separated by short conduits to produce toner particles that are narrowly distributed. | 08-16-2012 |
20150085599 | CONTINUOUS MAGNETIC MIXING SYSTEM WITH FLEXIBLE GEOMETRIC MIXING ZONE - A mixing process and system can include a plurality of magnetic particles within a fluid such as a liquid or solid to be mixed. The fluid to be mixed is dispensed within a mixing zone that may include a mixing tube. Two or more opposing electromagnets are independently activated out of sync to affect a travel path of the magnetic particles to form a turbulence within the fluid to provide an effective mixing of the fluid. The magnetic particles may be removed from the fluid, for example by filtering, or may remain within the fluid. | 03-26-2015 |
Simon C. Burke, Ontario CA
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20120208123 | CONTINUOUS EMULSIFICATION-AGGREGATION PROCESS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF PARTICLES - A continuous emulsion aggregation process for the production of particles is presented including a plurality of continuous stirred-tank reactors (CSTR). The plurality of continuous stirred-tank reactors includes at least one feed tank of raw materials, at least one reactor for facilitating cold addition, at least two reactors for facilitating an aggregation process, at least one reactor for facilitating a shell addition process; at least one reactor for facilitating a freeze process, at least one reactor for facilitating a chelating process, at least one reactor for facilitating a ramp-up process and at least one reactor for facilitating a coalescence process, wherein the reactors are sequentially assembled in a series configuration and separated by short conduits to produce toner particles that are narrowly distributed. | 08-16-2012 |
Simon C. Burke, Burlington CA
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20150212446 | SEMI-CONTACT BIAS CHARGE ROLLER - There is described an a bias charge roller including an electrically conductive core and an outer layer axially supported on the core. The outer layer includes a continuous raised pattern above a non-contact surface wherein the continuous raised pattern includes a contact surface having a height of from about 10 microns to about 40 microns above the non-contact surface. The outer layer transitions from the contact surface to the non-contact surface over a minimum linear distance of 100 microns or greater. The contact surface is configured to contact a charge-retentive surface of an electrophotographic imaging member so as to charge the charge-retentive surface. | 07-30-2015 |
Timothy A. Burke, Halifax CA
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20090132174 | SEAFOOD PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTIC ESTIMATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods for estimating a physical characteristic of a seafood product are provided. In one system, the estimate is based on a slope defined by a ratio of changes in peak resonant amplitude and frequency of an electromagnetic resonant circuit in loaded and unloaded states. In another system, a first probe of a plurality of probes is driven with a test signal when the plurality of probes is loaded by a seafood product and the estimate is based on received test signals at one or more of the other probes. In another system, the estimate is based on the loading effect of a seafood product on an electromagnetic resonant circuit, which is also used to read an ID from an RFID associated with the seafood product. The systems and methods may be used for individual specimens, or to determine an average estimate for multiple specimens at one time. | 05-21-2009 |
20120107461 | SEAFOOD PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTIC ESTIMATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods for estimating a physical characteristic of a seafood product are provided. In one system, the estimate is based on a slope defined by a ratio of changes in peak resonant amplitude and frequency of an electromagnetic resonant circuit in loaded and unloaded states. In another system, a first probe of a plurality of probes is driven with a test signal when the plurality of probes is loaded by a seafood product and the estimate is based on received test signals at one or more of the other probes. In another system, the estimate is based on the loading effect of a seafood product on an electromagnetic resonant circuit, which is also used to read an ID from an RFID associated with the seafood product. The systems and methods may be used for individual specimens, or to determine an average estimate for multiple specimens at one time. | 05-03-2012 |
20130241574 | SEAFOOD PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTIC ESTIMATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods for estimating a physical characteristic of a seafood product are provided. In one system, the estimate is based on a slope defined by a ratio of changes in peak resonant amplitude and frequency of an electromagnetic resonant circuit in loaded and unloaded states. In another system, a first probe of a plurality of probes is driven with a test signal when the plurality of probes is loaded by a seafood product and the estimate is based on received test signals at one or more of the other probes. In another system, the estimate is based on the loading effect of a seafood product on an electromagnetic resonant circuit, which is also used to read an ID from an RFID associated with the seafood product. The systems and methods may be used for individual specimens, or to determine an average estimate for multiple specimens at one time. | 09-19-2013 |
Timothy Andrew Burke, Halifax CA
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20120214389 | MOLLUSC PROCESSING APPARATUS AND RELATED METHODS - Mollusc processing apparatus and related methods are disclosed. Molluscs are held in holders by one of their shells, illustratively the bottom shells, and are moved between a series of processing stations. At a shell cut station, an opening is cut into one or both of the shells of each mollusc. The next processing station includes a cutting blade to cut the adductor muscle and viscera of each mollusc away from its non-held shell, illustratively the top shell, and a shell detach mechanism to detach the non-held shell from the held shell. One or multiple air blasts are directed toward the viscera to loosen it from the held shell, and at a vacuum station the loosened viscera is pulled from the held shell. A second muscle cut station includes another cutting blade to cut the adductor muscle from the held shell. | 08-23-2012 |
20140178533 | SHRINK-WRAP LABELLING OF CRUSTACEAN CLAWS - A labelling system includes a dispensing apparatus to present respective cut and opened sleeves of shrink-wrap label stock material for insertion of claws of crustaceans, and a heating apparatus to apply heat to the sleeves to shrink the sleeves around the claws. A related method includes inserting a claw of a crustacean into a sleeve of shrink-wrap label stock material, and applying heat to the sleeve to shrink the sleeve around the claw. Another method involves providing a dispensing apparatus to present respective cut and opened sleeves of shrink-wrap label stock material to receive claws of crustaceans, and providing a heating apparatus to apply heat to the sleeves to shrink the sleeves around the claws. A seafood product may include a crustacean having a claw, the claw carrying a shrink-wrap label. | 06-26-2014 |
Timothy Andrew Burke, Nova Scotia CA
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20100137079 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SPORTS SKILL TRAINING - A device for use by a player to improve his handling of an object on a surface, comprising at least one camera positioned such that the field of view of the at least one camera may capture an image of the surface and the object; a processor providing an image processing algorithm adapted to receive data relating to an image of the surface and the object, and to calculate therefrom image data relating to the position of the object on the surface; at least one monitor for viewing an image positioned in front of the player and adapted to receive data relating to the position of the object on the surface; means for transmitting data relating to the image of a playing surface and the object to the processor and means for transmitting image data relating to the position of the object on the surface from the processor to the monitor. | 06-03-2010 |