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Adrian M. Campbell, Stamford, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100310426REAGENT CARTRIDGE - A self dispensing reagent cartridge includes a vessel with a movable piston at one end and a puncturable self sealing septum at an opposite end. A hollow needle is located in alignment with the septum. The vessel is moved toward the needle to enable the needle to puncture the septum. The piston is then moved toward the septum to enable a predetermined amount of liquid in the vessel to be transferred outwardly of the vessel through the needle in an amount corresponding to the piston stroke.12-09-2010

Alan Jeffrey Campbell, Germantown, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090092809High Strength And High Elongation Wipe - The present invention provides high strength nonwoven wipe materials and the process of making the materials. The high strength nonwoven wipe materials contain cellulosic fibers, synthetic fibers, or mixtures thereof, with bicomponent fibers and optionally, a binder. The present invention provides a high strength, high elongation, reduced stiffness nonwoven wipe material with superior tensile strength.04-09-2009
20110159265High Strength and High Elongation Wipes - The present invention provides high strength nonwoven wipe materials and the process of making the materials. The high strength nonwoven wipe materials contain cellulosic fibers, synthetic fibers, or mixtures thereof, with bicomponent fibers and optionally, a binder. The present invention provides a high strength, high elongation, reduced stiffness nonwoven wipe material with superior tensile strength.06-30-2011

Patent applications by Alan Jeffrey Campbell, Germantown, TN US

Andrew T. Campbell, Norwich, VT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100299615System And Method For Injecting Sensed Presence Into Social Networking Applications - A method for injecting sensed presence into social networking applications includes receiving sensor data associated with a user (11-25-2010

Ann B. Campbell, Los Gatos, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110203660Transparent Solar Cell Method of Fabrication via Float Glass Process - The present invention provides improved devices such as transparent solar cells. This patent teaches a particularly efficient method of device manufacture based on incorporating the solar cell fabrication into the widely used, high temperature, Float Glass manufacture process.08-25-2011
20110226316Solar Cell Method of Fabrication via Float Glass Process - The present invention provides improved solar cells. This patent teaches a particularly efficient method of device manufacture based on incorporating the solar cell fabrication into the widely used, high temperature, Float Glass manufacture process.09-22-2011
20110273783Array of concentrating lenses and method of manufacture - The method described provides a unique solar energy concentrating structure. This structure is intended to be employed in conjunction with complementary high efficiency solar cell elements to produce solar electric power. In its usual embodiment it contributes to a system of exterior window concentrators and solar cells that provide good visibility and control excess heat transmission providing benefits beyond low-e glass performance.11-10-2011

Arthur Campbell, Stevenson Ranch, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090088731Infusion Device Menu Structure and Method of Using the Same - A portable infusion system that is programmable by an individual for delivering fluid from a reservoir into a user includes a drive mechanism, an input device, a processor, and a display. The drive mechanism forces the fluid out of the reservoir, and the input device accepts one or more inputs. The processor uses one or more of the one or more inputs to control the drive mechanism. The display receives information from the processor and visually displays one or more screens containing the information. At least one of the one or more screens includes a menu with at least two menu items, and the input device is used to select one menu item from amongst the at least two menu items.04-02-2009

Brian Campbell, St. Charles, MO US

Brian C. Campbell, Hixson, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110219609UNDER VESSEL LOCAL POWER RANGE MONITOR EXCHANGE TOOL - A tool for use in servicing an LPRM assembly of a nuclear reactor vessel includes a structural member having a first bore that is structured to receive an LPRM device associated with the LPRM assembly, a headpiece provided at a first end of the structural member, and a nut engaging assembly slideably mounted on the structural member. The headpiece has a plurality of projections structured to mate with a plurality of bores provided in a seal of the LPRM assembly to enable the seal to be removed, and the nut engaging assembly has a housing that defines a second bore and that has first and second nut engaging portions. The nut engaging assembly is free to slide along the structural member and over the headpiece to a position wherein the engaging portions extend beyond the headpiece so that they may be used to remove the assembly nut.09-15-2011

Brian T. Campbell, Burlington, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110118245RAF KINASE MODULATOR COMPOUNDS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Compounds according to formula (I), compositions and methods are provided for modulating the activity of RAF kinases, including BRAF kinase and for the treatment, prevention, or amelioration of one or more symptoms of disease or disorder mediated by RAF kinases. Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, clathrate of hydrate thereof, wherein X is O or S(O)05-19-2011

Christopher M. Campbell, West New York, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110152944BONE SCREW RETAINING SYSTEM - An implant has a bone plate with a bone contacting surface and an opposite outwardly facing surface. The plate includes a split-ring receiving recess open to the outwardly facing surface located intermediate first and second bone screw receiving openings in the plate. The first and second bone screw receiving openings each having a slot spaced from the outwardly facing surface towards the bone contacting surface. The slot is formed in a wall of the first and second bone screw receiving openings. The slot is open to the split ring receiving recess. A resilient split-ring has a thickness less than a height of the slots in the first and second bone screw openings when measured along the bone screw receiving opening axis. The split-ring having a contracted position wherein its maximum dimension is less than a maximum dimension of the split-ring receiving recess and an expanded position wherein an outer circumference of the split-ring extends through the slots and into the first and second bone screw receiving openings.06-23-2011

Colin Dennis Campbell, Claymont, DE US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100065200Tetrabenzodiazadiketoperylene pigments in laser welding - A method method for laser welding a layered article wherein IR irradiation is passed through a composition containing a tetrabenzodiazadiketoperylene pigment or dye to the surface of an underlying substrate which contain an IR absorbing material, generating enough heat at the point of irradiation to melt together the two materials.03-18-2010

Patent applications by Colin Dennis Campbell, Claymont, DE US

Craig Campbell, Layton, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090055809Binary Library - The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a process that includes receiving, during a computer programming process for a software program, a specification of a software module having a defined functionality for use by the software program. The software module is stored in a central repository having different versions of the software module. The process also includes compiling the software program. The compilation initiates steps including filtering versions of the software module that do not meet the specification. The specification corresponds to more than one version of the software module. The steps also include selecting, from versions that have not been filtered out, a version of the software module. The selection is based on one or more predetermined rules. The process also includes returning the selected version of the software module for local storage with the software program.02-26-2009

Damon Campbell, Anchorage, AK US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080298058Cove Illumination Module and System - The present invention provides a cove illumination module for use in a plurality of illumination applications wherein a particular type of cove type illumination pattern is desired due to close proximity between the cove illumination module and a to-be-illuminated surface. The cove illumination module comprises a substrate to which a plurality of light-emitting elements is operatively connected. Optionally, the substrate can form a base portion of the cove illumination module. An external housing unit is sealingly mated with the substrate in order to environmentally seal the light-emitting elements. The external housing unit comprises one or more optical elements which can shape the beams of light emitted by the light-emitting elements under operating conditions and generate a desired illumination pattern on a lit surface, thereby providing a cove type illumination pattern.12-04-2008

Donald E. Campbell, Sterrett, AL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100171826METHOD FOR MEASURING RETAIL DISPLAY AND COMPLIANCE - Method and apparatus for measuring retail store display and shelf compliance are provided. A mobile capture unit, (07-08-2010

Doreen Campbell, Trabuco Canyon, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110256249HAIR AND SCALP CARE FORMULATIONS FOR TREATING AND PREVENTING ACNE AND RELATED SKIN CONDITIONS - The present invention is directed to skin treatment formulations having salicylic acid and other secondary ingredients. The secondary ingredients may include: non-comedogenic essential oils and plant extracts and sebum reducing agents. Salicylic acid and the secondary ingredients are provided in amounts effective to provide a sufficiently aggressive skin treatment for unclogging pores and reducing inflammation, while maintaining levels of sebum on the exterior of the skin to form an operative water barrier on the skin and hair. Additionally, a method is provided that unclogs pores, reduces inflammation, and controls levels of sebum on the exterior of the skin to maintain an operative water barrier on the skin and hair. The method may include, applying a sufficiently aggressive product comprising salicylic acid, non-comedogenic plant extracts and essential oils, and a sebum reducing agent to hair and its surrounding areas.10-20-2011

Douglas Jerome Campbell, Martinsville, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100077744BREATHER APPARATUS ON ELECTROMECHANICAL ACTUATORS FOR AIRCRAFT LANDING GEAR SYSTEMS - An actuator system and a method for assembling the same are provided. An actuator system includes a housing and a cap. The housing includes a cavity defined by the housing and an opening defined in a wall of the housing. The housing encases an actuator within the cavity. The cap is coupled to the housing to facilitate shielding the opening from a surrounding environment.04-01-2010

Dustin B. Campbell, Tulsa, OK US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090196774SYSTEM, METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ELECTRICAL SUBMERSIBLE PUMP ASSEMBLY WITH PUMP DISCHARGE HEAD HAVING AN INTEGRALLY FORMED DISCHARGE PRESSURE PORT - An electrical submersible pump assembly has a pump discharge head with an integrally formed pump discharge pressure port. The discharge head is mounted directly to the pump and couples the pump to production tubing. A static pressure port extends directly through the side wall of the discharge head. The pressure port includes a tubing connector for hydraulic tubing to run down to the guage. Inside the discharge head, a flow limiter is located in the pressure port to stop the loss of fluid if there is a break in the tubing connector or hydraulic line. Alternatively, the discharge head may incorporate a venturi or other pressure drop structure to allow the fluid flow to be measured via a pressure drop across an orifice. The venturi may be configured as an insert to permit it to be replaced after it has become worn by abrasive flow.08-06-2009
20100101787Using An Acoustic Ping and Sonic Velocity to Control an Artificial Lift Device - A transmitter generates an acoustic ping in a fluid in a borehole, and a receiver monitors waves resulting from the acoustic ping. Responsive to the monitored waves, an attribute of the fluid is estimated, including a sonic velocity, a mixture of gas and oil, a mixture of water and oil, an amount of sand, an amount of gas, an amount of skin effect, or a depth of fluid. An operation of the artificial lift device is then controlled responsive to the estimated attribute. Alternately, a sonic velocity is estimated for the fluid through an analysis of a sample pumped to the surface or through an analysis of monitored waves. A depth of the fluid is calculated responsive to the estimated sonic velocity for the fluid in the borehole and the monitored T-waves. The operation of the artificial lift device is then controlled responsive to the calculated depth of fluid.04-29-2010

Edward H. Campbell, Tucson, AR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100070674SMART TRANSLATOR BOX FOR AGM-65 AIRCRAFT "MAVERICK" ANALOG INTERFACE TO MIL-STD-1760 STORE DIGITAL INTERFACE - A smart translator “SMARTX” box provides an aircraft outfitted with an analog AGM-65 (“Maverick”) interface with the same “look and feel” and capability to use a store outfitted with a digital MIL-STD-1760 interface as if the aircraft was fully 1760 compliant without any modifications to the electronics or software of either the aircraft or store.03-18-2010

Eric Campbell, Rye, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090150287System and method for providing supplemental transaction processing services to users of a primary financial services system - A supplemental financial transaction processing system operates in conjunction with one or more primary financial services systems for purposes of providing supplemental financial transaction processing services to users of the primary financial services system. The supplemental financial transaction processing system comprises a secure web services system and a supplemental transaction server. The secure web services system comprises at least one financial transaction method available to the primary financial services system. Upon receipt of a method call for a financial transaction, the supplemental financial transaction processing system: i) associates a unique redirect URL to the method call; and ii) returns the unique redirect URL to the primary financial services system. The primary financial services system may then pass the unique redirect URL through a secure connection with its client. The supplemental transaction server, upon a client requesting an HTTPS connection to the unique redirect URL, verifies the validity of the unique redirect URL. If valid, a web document object is provided for rendering by the client. The web document object comprises: i) the financial institution defined transaction values (at least one); ii) user interface control script for rendering of controls for obtaining user entry of at least one client defined transaction value; and iii) transaction control script. The transaction control script comprises instructions for i) creating a financial transaction; ii) validating the financial transaction; and iii) posting the validated transaction back to the supplemental financial transaction server.06-11-2009
20090293107Transfer server of a secure system for unattended remote file and message transfer - A method for automatically transferring a data file from a network drive of a client controlled local area network to a transfer server over the Internet comprises using a first workstation to configure event parameters within event tables of the transfer server. An unattended interface module executed by a processor of a second workstation obtains, from the transfer server, the event parameters stored in the event tables. The event parameters comprise a file name and a directory path. The file name identifies the data file to be uploaded. The directory path identifies an upload directory of the network drive. The second workstation periodically searches the upload directory and, upon locating a data file in the upload directory with the file name, transfers the data file to the transfer server over a secure connection established with the transfer server over the internet.11-26-2009
20100223185SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING SUPPLEMENTAL TRANSACTION PROCESSING SERVICES TO USERS OF A PRIMARY FINANCIAL SERVICES SYSTEM. - A supplemental financial transaction processing system operates with a primary financial services system to providing financial transaction processing services to a client system which has established a secure session with the primary financial services system. A transaction request includes a financial institution identifier identifying the primary financial services system and at least one primary system defined transaction value. A secure web services system, in response to receiving the transaction request: i) assigns a unique redirect URL to the transaction request, ii) stores, in a redirect database, in association with the unique redirect URL, the primary system defined transaction value; and iii) returns the unique redirect URL to the primary financial services system. A web document object comprises: i) the at least one primary system defined transaction value; ii) at least validation value; iii) user interface control script, the user interface control script comprising instructions which render, on the client system, controls for obtaining user entry of at least one client defined transaction value; and iv) validation control script, the validation control script determining that the transaction is valid; and v) transaction control script, the transaction control script comprising instructions which create and post a financial transaction back to the supplemental transaction server only if the transaction is valid. The supplemental transaction server: i) providing the web document object to the client system in response to receiving a secure connection by the client system at the unique redirect URL; ii) receiving a post of the financial transaction from the client system; and iii) performing at least one of: i) writing the financial transaction to a transaction database; or ii) forwarding the financial transaction to a processing system distinct from the supplemental transaction processing system.09-02-2010

Patent applications by Eric Campbell, Rye, NH US

Glennbruce S. Campbell, Memphis, TN US

Harry R. Campbell, Los Gatos, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110203660Transparent Solar Cell Method of Fabrication via Float Glass Process - The present invention provides improved devices such as transparent solar cells. This patent teaches a particularly efficient method of device manufacture based on incorporating the solar cell fabrication into the widely used, high temperature, Float Glass manufacture process.08-25-2011
20110226316Solar Cell Method of Fabrication via Float Glass Process - The present invention provides improved solar cells. This patent teaches a particularly efficient method of device manufacture based on incorporating the solar cell fabrication into the widely used, high temperature, Float Glass manufacture process.09-22-2011
20110273783Array of concentrating lenses and method of manufacture - The method described provides a unique solar energy concentrating structure. This structure is intended to be employed in conjunction with complementary high efficiency solar cell elements to produce solar electric power. In its usual embodiment it contributes to a system of exterior window concentrators and solar cells that provide good visibility and control excess heat transmission providing benefits beyond low-e glass performance.11-10-2011

Jack Blaine Campbell, Gallatin, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100172537LOUDSPEAKER WITH REAR SURROUND SUPPORT - An improved dynamic loudspeaker that eliminates all visible mechanical components except the diaphragm when viewed from the front in a mounting baffle, and enables all of the front exposed diaphragm surface to emit sound. The surround support is entirely located within the perimeter edge of the diaphragm. A conventional dynamic loudspeaker motor/driver and voice coil system sized to fit behind and entirely inside the perimeter edge of the acoustic diaphragm permits the entire diaphragm to visually fill an opening in a mounting baffle and emit sound.07-08-2010

James Michael Campbell, Aberdeen, SD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090314132HOUSING ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLING THE SAME - A housing assembly for a gear drive is provided. The housing assembly includes an end member having a mating surface, and a body member extending from the end member. The body member includes a mating surface coupled to the end member with a mating arrangement and forming a joint.12-24-2009
20100307270HIGH EFFICIENCY RIGHT ANGLE GEARBOX - A right angle gearbox is described that includes an enclosure, an input member, an output member, and an assembly. The enclosure has dimensions such that the gearbox is operable as a drop in replacement for a gearbox that includes a worm gear set. The input member extends from the enclosure and includes a first portion of a helical gear set housed within the enclosure. The output member extends from the enclosure and includes a second portion of a hypoid gear set housed within the enclosure. The output member is substantially orthogonal to the input member. The assembly includes a second portion of the helical gear set and a first portion of the hypoid gear set mechanically coupled to one another.12-09-2010

James P. Campbell, Atherton, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110273783Array of concentrating lenses and method of manufacture - The method described provides a unique solar energy concentrating structure. This structure is intended to be employed in conjunction with complementary high efficiency solar cell elements to produce solar electric power. In its usual embodiment it contributes to a system of exterior window concentrators and solar cells that provide good visibility and control excess heat transmission providing benefits beyond low-e glass performance.11-10-2011

James P. Campbell, Menlo Park, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110203660Transparent Solar Cell Method of Fabrication via Float Glass Process - The present invention provides improved devices such as transparent solar cells. This patent teaches a particularly efficient method of device manufacture based on incorporating the solar cell fabrication into the widely used, high temperature, Float Glass manufacture process.08-25-2011
20110226316Solar Cell Method of Fabrication via Float Glass Process - The present invention provides improved solar cells. This patent teaches a particularly efficient method of device manufacture based on incorporating the solar cell fabrication into the widely used, high temperature, Float Glass manufacture process.09-22-2011

Jason Campbell, Helena, AL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100069602MICROENCAPSULATION PROCESS WITH SOLVENT AND SALT - The present disclosure relates to processes for preparing microparticles using an emulsion process where both a solvent and a salt are used in the continuous phase of the emulsion. The present disclosure also relates to micropartices having an angle of repose of ≦35, as measured using a Hele-Shaw cell.03-18-2010
20100291027HYALURONIC ACID (HA) INJECTION VEHICLE - Disclosed herein are compositions that exhibit viscosities suitable for injectable formulations. The compositions comprise bioactive agent-loaded microparticles and hyaluronic acid or a salt thereof in a suitable liquid pharmaceutical carrier. Also disclosed are methods of making and using the compositions.11-18-2010

Jeffrey Campbell, Horseshoe Bend, ID US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090219037Sensor For Measuring Moisture And Salinity - A sensor for measuring the moisture and salinity of a material is disclosed herein. The sensor preferably includes a soil moisture circuit, a soil salinity circuit and a probe structure. The soil moisture circuit includes a high frequency oscillator, a voltage meter and a reference capacitor. The soil salinity circuit includes a low frequency oscillator, a voltage meter and a reference resistor. A third voltage meter allows for voltage outputs to be measured to calculate soil moisture and soil salinity values.09-03-2009

Jeffrey Campbell, Waverly, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100095415'Campbell Jonathan' - A new and distinct variety of Jonathan apple tree, ‘Campbell Jonathan’ originating as a limb mutation of the 04-15-2010

Jeffrey A. Campbell, Glen Gardner, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080280869Pyrazole or Triazole Compounds and Their Use for the Manufacture of a Medicament for Treating Somatic Mutation-Related Diseases - The present invention relates to methods, compounds, and compositions for treating or preventing diseases associated with nonsense mutations in an mRNA by administering the compounds or compositions of the present invention. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods, compounds, and compositions for suppressing premature translation termination associated with a nonsense mutation in an mRNA.11-13-2008
20090253699Compounds for Nonsense Suppression, and Methods for Their Use - The present invention relates to methods, compounds, and compositions for treating or preventing diseases associated with nonsense mutations in an mRNA by administering the compounds or compositions of the present invention. More particularly, the present invention relates to methods, compounds, and compositions for suppressing premature translation termination associated with a nonsense mutation in an mRNA.10-08-2009

Jerome D. Campbell, Heflin, AL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110250417Dimensional Lumber Structural Substitute - Dimensional lumber subjected to structural load regimes, where moment is the dominate load condition, usually fail structurally by initial localized compressive failure located at or near the maximum compressive extreme fiber. Said localized compressive failure, exhibited by buckling failure of maximum compressive fiber, results in an overall increase of section-modulus. The increase in section modulus, due to onset of structural failure, allows the lumber element in question to provide post-structural-failure increase in load-carrying-capacity with the trade-off of an increase in load-vs-deflection ratio. Said increase in load-carrying-capacity due to the increase in section-modulus, or thickening of the lumber element continues as an applied load is increased until the lumber element's tensile extreme fiber's capacity is exceeded, at which event the lumber element structurally fails catastrophically. The present invention, unlike previously disclosed compositions, unexpectedly mimics the stiffness and failure-mode structural characteristics of traditional dimensional lumber. A comparison of test data shows the present invention possesses unexpected improved properties that the present art does not have.10-13-2011

John Campbell, Zionsville, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090149552Pesticides based on vicinal diols - Pesticides based on vicinal diols, are available to control arthropod ectoparasites such as 06-11-2009

John Campbell, Starkville, MS US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080202034DOOR JAMB LOCKING PLATE ASSEMBLY - A system for reinforcing the security of a locked door and door jamb combination which includes a first L-shaped plate secured to the studs of the wall adjacent the door jamb, with the L extending into the space between the studs and the door jamb; a second L-shaped plate secured to the inner face of the door jamb, including two members extending into the space between the studs and the door jamb, and one member positioned adjacent the L of the first plate; the two plates firmly secured to the door jamb and the studs, so that when force is applied to the door jamb, the plates overlap to provide a very secure relationship between the door, the door jamb and the underlying studs adjacent the door jamb virtually incapable of being compromised by an intruder. There would be provided a second assembly on the opening edge of the door and the header of the doorway to provide maximum security.08-28-2008

Joy Campbell, Ames, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080213263METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATMENT OF IMMUNE DYSFUNCTION DISORDERS - Methods and compositions are disclosed for modulating the immune system of animals. Applicants have identified that oral administration of immunoglobulin or plasma fractions purified from animal serum can modulate serum IgG and/or TNF-α levels for treatment of autoimmune disorders, potentiation of vaccination protocols, and improvement of overall health and weight gain in animals, including humans.09-04-2008
20090155410METHODS OF INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY IN OLDER SOWS WHILE DECREASING FEED INTAKE - The present invention provides methods for feeding older sows that beneficially reduce feed intake in older sows, yet improve pig survival and weaning weight of pigs from older sows.06-18-2009

Patent applications by Joy Campbell, Ames, IA US

Joy Campbell, Ankeny, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110135581Methods and Compositions for Reducing Lung Inflammation in an Animal - The present invention provides methods for reducing, attenuating, diminishing, preventing or inhibiting pulmonary inflammation in an animal by orally administering a plasma fraction to said animal prior to or following exposure or challenge of the animal to an endotoxin.06-09-2011

Joy M. Campbell, Ames, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100215667METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS OF TREATMENT FOR MODULATING THE IMMUNE SYSTEM OF ANIMALS - Methods and compositions are disclosed for the dietary modulation of the immune system and gut microbial response in animals. Applicant has identified that oral administration of a supplemental spray dried plasma purified from animal serum can modulate serum IgG levels for treatment in such things as diminished immune capacity, intestinal microbial balance, autoimmune disorders, potentiation of vaccination protocols, and improvement of overall health and weight gain in animals, including humans.08-26-2010

Keith S. Campbell, East Kingston, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090133721METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR TOUCHLESS CLEANING OF A CHANDELIER - A chandelier cleaning apparatus includes a tent-like enclosure made of a transparent plastic. In a first embodiment, the enclosure includes a main body having a flat top panel and a flat, imperforate bottom panel. A central aperture is formed in the top panel and a zipper extends from the central aperture to an outer periphery of the top panel so that the central opening is enlarged when the zipper is open. The chandelier passes through the central aperture when the zipper is open and is enclosed within the enclosure when the zipper is closed. A mist of hot water is sprayed onto the chandelier with a wand that extends though a small opening in the enclosure. The time required to clean a typical chandelier drops from hours to minutes, no chemicals are used, and the chandelier is touched only by the hot mist.05-28-2009

Kevin Campbell, Dubuque, IA US

Kevin P. Campbell, Iowa City, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110160219Inhibitors of Phosphodiesterase Type 5A for Treating or Preventing Muscle Disease or the Symptoms Thereof in a Patient - Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating or preventing muscle diseases or the symptoms thereof. The compositions typically include and the methods typically utilize phosphodiesterase type 5A inhibitors.06-30-2011
20110166081Alpha-dystroglycan as a Protein Therapeutic - Disclosed is alpha-dystroglycan protein (alpha-DG) in glycosylated and functional form. The disclosed alpha-DG binds to the basal lamina and to the sarcolemma of muscle fibers and may be injected into muscle and incorporated into muscle fibers in order to restore membrane integrity where the muscle fibers comprise a dysfunctional alpha-DG protein. Alpha-DG as disclosed herein may be utilized in pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating diseases and disorders associated with or characterized by a dysfunctional alpha-DG, such as muscular dystrophy.07-07-2011

Kristin Keller Campbell, Ogden, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090111671Exercise device and method for testing and/or strengthening muscles of the pelvic diaphragm - An adjustable, weight resistance exercise device and method for testing and/or strengthening muscles of the pelvic diaphragm comprising an elongated, semi-rigid tube and a resilient balloon member. The tube has a first end that is formed to accommodate a hose barb and a second end. The balloon member covers the second end approximately two inches to a sealed end. A syringe is connected to the hose barb allowing fluid or gas such as water or air to flow through a passageway of the tube into the balloon member. The balloon member expands under the pressure forming a reservoir of varying diameter, length, and weight.04-30-2009

Larry Campbell, Knoxville, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090053664Catalytic patio heater - A patio heater is disclosed comprising a cylindrical catalytic heating chamber mounted on a base. The patio heater of the present invention comprises a base to physically support a cylindrical catalytic heater chamber which is mounted inside a fuel vapor cavity. The catalytic heater chamber provides a cylindrical heating zone capable of heating a nearby human form the knee to the face. The fuel vapor chamber surrounds the catalytic heating chamber and acts to accumulate sufficient fuel and air mixture to ignite to provide uniform and sufficient heat to the catalyst surface to attain catalytic ignition on start up. The base offers physical stability for the assembly and storage space for a fuel tank and houses the fuel deliver system and ignitor controls.02-26-2009

Mark A. Campbell, Middlebury, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100059467FLEXIBLE SHELVING SYSTEM - Assembly of a structurally sound modular shelving system includes forming an H-shaped base structure, or otherwise-shaped base structure, by releasably hooking a tie beam into a first base piece and a second base piece. A first column member is slid into the first base piece by sliding an insert tab at an end of an elongate body of the first column into a vertical passage through the first base piece. A second column member is similarly slid into a second base piece. A header member is releasably hooked into the first and second columns, the header member extending substantially horizontally between the first and second columns and substantially perpendicularly to the first and second base pieces.03-11-2010

Mark Kramer Campbell, Ogden, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090111671Exercise device and method for testing and/or strengthening muscles of the pelvic diaphragm - An adjustable, weight resistance exercise device and method for testing and/or strengthening muscles of the pelvic diaphragm comprising an elongated, semi-rigid tube and a resilient balloon member. The tube has a first end that is formed to accommodate a hose barb and a second end. The balloon member covers the second end approximately two inches to a sealed end. A syringe is connected to the hose barb allowing fluid or gas such as water or air to flow through a passageway of the tube into the balloon member. The balloon member expands under the pressure forming a reservoir of varying diameter, length, and weight.04-30-2009

Matthew Campbell, Des Moines, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110277173Soybean Sequences Associated with the FAP3 Locus - Compositions and methods for identifying soybean plants with reduced levels of saturated fatty acids are provided. Methods of making soybean plants with reduced levels of saturated fatty acids, e.g., through introgression of desired saturated fatty acid marker alleles and/or by transgenic production methods, as well as plants or germplasm made by these methods, are provided. Kits for selecting plants with reduced levels of saturated fatty acids are also provided.11-10-2011

Matthew T. Campbell US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110281062ARTICLES FORMED FROM ALIGNED FIBER CURED IN A POLYASPARTIC ACID URETHANE MATRIX - A freestanding article is provided that uses a cured polyaspartic acid urethane resin to form a hardened matrix impregnating and surrounding a cloth having parallel fibers. This resin provides an article with superior mechanical and weathering properties relative to conventional resins such as epoxies and vinyl esters.11-17-2011

Melvin S. Campbell, Hawthorne, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110113618PROCESS FOR FABRICATING AN ORIGAMI FORMED ANTENNA RADIATING STRUCTURE - A process for fabricating an origami formed antenna radiating structure is provided. In one embodiment, the invention relates to a process for precisely fabricating a radio frequency (RF) antenna structure, the process including providing a flexible circuit substrate, forming a plurality of parallel channels in the flexible circuit substrate in a first direction, mounting the flexible substrate to a precision die, pressing the flexible substrate into the precision die using an elastomeric material thereby sandwiching the flexible substrate between the elastomeric material and the precision die, and applying heat to the flexible substrate sandwiched between the elastomeric material and the precision die.05-19-2011

Michael Campbell, Jackson, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100257802INSULATED DOOR AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - An insulated door comprising a door shell having spaced first and second exterior panels. The door includes a plurality of stiffeners bonded to a liner panel, with thermal insulation between adjacent stiffeners, disposed within the door shell. The liner panel may extend along one side of the stiffeners and the thermal insulation along the liner panel between the stiffeners and the first and second exterior panels. The stiffeners and the liner panel are preferably made of steel and the stiffeners are welded to the liner panel. The stiffeners are preferably not welded to the first and second exterior panels of the door shell. The liner panel is preferably insertable into the first or second exterior panels of the door shell. The insulation material fills substantially all of the space between the liner panel and one of the first or second exterior panels.10-14-2010

Michael Campbell, San Francisco, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110231277CIS-Regulatory Modules - A process for identifying a cis-regulatory module including aligning a target sequence with at least one sequence from a moderately distant species; determining a non-coding region of the target sequence, wherein the non-coding region comprises at least one of a high level of conservation and a suppression of indels; and identifying at least one cis-regulatory module in the target sequence is disclosed. Also disclosed is a method for providing assays to a consumer.09-22-2011

Michael X. Campbell, Parlin, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100057606Syndication Loan Administration and Processing System - A loan syndication tracking and management system and method provides a user with access to specific details related to a syndicated loan. The system and method coordinates investor, borrower and resource information, in addition to features related to the overall structure of a syndicated loan. Users access the system with various levels of permissions to view, add, update or delete information according to their allotted permissions. The system permits multiple users to access the information for efficient handling of approvals and requests related to multiple investors and borrowers, in addition to handling institution interchanges and notifications. The system and method keeps a record of all transactions and changes for review, reporting or regulatory purposes. The administration of a syndicated loan transaction is simplified while providing advanced features such as support for loan trading.03-04-2010

Natalie Monaco Campbell US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100269259BED COVERING - An improved bed covering comprising a generally rectangular cover piece and an elastic member attached to the bottom side of the cover piece near the bottom of the bed. The member comprising an adjusting means and having sufficient length to extend under a mattress such that the member is not visible while the covering is positioned on the bed.10-28-2010

Natasha Pfeiffer Campbell, Trumbull, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090253602Novel personal wash bar - A solid moisturising personal wash bar with the characteristics of a moisturising cosmetic composition is desired. Previous attempts to provide such a solid moisturising personal wash bar have met with only partial success because of the limited amount of the moisturising cosmetic composition which may be incorporated into the solid personal wash bar before it becomes unsuitable for conventional soap bar manufacture as its hardness decreases and its stickiness increases.10-08-2009

Neil Campbell, Cherry Hill, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100087419HIV INTEGRASE INHIBITORS - Compounds of Formula I are inhibitors of HIV integrase and inhibitors of HIV replication:04-08-2010

Newton K. Campbell, Troy, AL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080217338PLASTIC CONTAINER HAVING GASKETLESS SEAL - A molded plastic container, such as a five gallon pail, that includes a lid and main body that are selectively attachable to each other without a resilient gasket. The main body of the plastic container includes a flexible sealing finger formed along the top rim of the main body. The flexible sealing finger is received within a sealing chamber formed as part of the rim. The sealing chamber is defined by a gland seal such that when the lid is attached to the main body, both the flexible finger and the gland seal can deflect to create multiple sealing points between the flexible sealing finger and the sealing chamber. A latch ring is formed on the outer surface of the main body and engages a locking tab formed on the lid to hold the flexible finger in the sealing chamber.09-11-2008

Nick Campbell, Cedar Rapids, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100149772Residential Circuit Breaker With Flexible Printed Circuit Boards - A circuit breaker includes a housing, a rigid circuit board, and a flexible circuit board. The rigid circuit board is enclosed within the housing and has a main surface for supporting an electronic component. The flexible circuit board has a first end that is directly attached to an edge of the rigid circuit board.06-17-2010

Peter L. Campbell, Albquerque, NM US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090000312METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR COOLING A CONTAINER - A method and apparatus for the rapid cooling of a container and its contents, such as a beverage container. A heat transfer fluid is thermally contacted with the beverage container, where the heat transfer fluid has a temperature of less than 0° C. The heat transfer fluid can be physically separated from the container, such as by flowing the heat transfer fluid through a heat exchanger that surrounds the container. The cooling parameters can be controlled such that the container and its contents are rapidly cooled without freezing of the contents.01-01-2009

Philip Campbell, Bedford, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110261483CHANGING THE COMPOSITION AND/OR DENSITY OF GASES INSIDE OF ASSEMBLIES DURING MANUFACTURING - A method of changing a composition and/or a density of gases inside of a hard disk drive. The method includes placing at least one tube into contact with an interior of a hard disk drive, and exchanging gases through the at least one tube. The exchange of gases occurs essentially simultaneously with another hard disk drive manufacturing process step.10-27-2011

Phillip Campbell, Livingston, MT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110011280HAND TOOL FOR STUFFING PITTED OR CORED PRODUCE - A stuffing hand tool for inserting food material into pitted or cored produce items such as olives, figs, strawberries, cherries, which includes a body easily gripped with one hand by a user allowing a tube projecting from one end to be pressed into a mass of food material creating a plug of food material retained in the tube which is stuffed into an item when a plunger is advanced by depressing a pusher cylinder extended out from the opposite end of the body.01-20-2011

Richard A. Campbell, Huntsville, AL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080242212AIR-CONDITIONING REGISTER ASSEMBLY AND METHOD - A register assembly for augmenting the flow of conditioned air from a central air-conditioning unit to a room includes a fan, a temperature sensor, and a processing means. The fan is operably positioned for increasing air flow through the register assembly. The temperature sensor is for measuring a temperature of air in the register assembly and for outputting a measured temperature signal. The processing means is for: receiving the measured temperature signal; using the measured temperature signal in determining whether the central air-conditioning unit is providing conditioned air to the room; and activating the fan to augment the conditioned air flow if the central air-conditioning unit is providing conditioned air to the room. The processing means also provides drift compensation to prevent unwanted operation of the fan due to temperature drifts. The register assembly may include a rectangular housing positioned around the components for use in a floor vent, or a housing adapting a floor vent to a centrifugal, tower fan.10-02-2008
20100016870SUTURE INSTRUMENT AND METHOD - A method for inserting a stitch through tissue around a hole in an abdominal muscle or a hollow organ includes: inserting into the hole a body assembly having penetration members that move from an in-line position to a deployed position, and a suture cartridge assembly secured to a forward end of the body assembly, the suture cartridge assembly having opposing arm members that move from an in-line position to a deployed position and each holding a capture sleeve to which an end of a suture cord is secured; simultaneously deploying the penetration members through the tissue around the hole and into the arm members such that the penetration members capture the capture sleeves; and simultaneously retracting the penetration members and the arm members such that the ends of the suture are retracted with the penetration members through the tissue around the hole and into the body assembly.01-21-2010

Patent applications by Richard A. Campbell, Huntsville, AL US

Richard L. Campbell, Menifee, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110121081FINANCIAL CARD HAVING INTEGRATED BALANCE CALCULATION - An electronically operated card such as a debit or credit card, having internal data handling capabilities. The card may include in addition to a conventional magnetic strip, a data processor, a display, an on-off switch which may be a biometric switch, a power supply which may comprise a capacitor with or without a photovoltaic cell, and data busses enabling communication with external devices. The card may be used in combination with an external docking station which may be communicably connected to personal computers and to communications devices such as cellular telephones. The data processor may have programming enabling the card to perform functions which may be conventionally performed at card swiping terminals, automatic teller machines, and the like, such as balance reporting, funds transfers, purchase authorizations, displaying notices from such terminals and machines, and the like.05-26-2011

Robert David Campbell, Provo, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110256346SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FORMING A PROTECTIVE PAD - A protective pad configuration is provided that includes a corrugated energy dispersing plate disposed between an upper and a lower foam member. The corrugated energy dispersing plate provides stiffness along a first direction and flexibility in a second direction to enable pad design that maximizes both athlete protection and mobility.10-20-2011

Robert G. Campbell, Maryville, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110231754AUTOMATED DOCUMENT LOCALIZATION AND LAYOUT METHOD - A method which includes segmenting the content of a document into one or more original document structures, determining which of the one or more original document structures are to be localized, replacing the original document structures to be localized with new content, and automatically adjusting the layout of the document with new content to generate a more aesthetically pleasing document.09-22-2011

Robert J. Campbell, Noblesville, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090057853Semiconductor power module with flexible circuit leadframe - A semiconductor power module includes a semiconductor chip thermally interfaced to a ceramic substrate and a leadframe defined by a flexible circuit disposed intermediate the chip and the ceramic substrate. The flexible circuit includes a conductor layer that is selectively encased in an insulated jacket to ensure adequate electrical insulation between the conductor layer and adjacent conductive surfaces. Preferably, the module is constructed for double side cooling by sandwiching the chip between a pair of ceramic substrates and providing intermediate flexible circuit leadframes on both sides of the chip for electrically accessing the chip terminals.03-05-2009

Patent applications by Robert J. Campbell, Noblesville, IN US

Ronald B. Campbell, Saco, ME US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100282282Walking stick with a handle that provides a user with improved grips - A walking stick which has a handle with a vertical grip which is offset from the axis of the walking stick's shaft. The walking stick has a length such that when the user grasps the vertical grip, the user's forearm is angled at approximately 10-15° below horizontal. The vertical grip is angled towards the axis of the shaft to accommodate the angle of the hand when the forearm has the above angle. The handle may further have one or more horizontal grips for use in activities such as climbing stairs. The walking stick may also have a forked foot, with the fork being in the same plane as the handle.11-11-2010
20110241303Walkers with improved handles - Walkers whose handgrips permit users to maintain a generally upright posture while walking with the walker. The handgrips are oriented vertically instead of horizontally and are positioned on the walker such that when the walker and the user are standing on a surface, the user's forearm is angled slightly downward and the vertical grip has an angle which is substantially the same as the angle of the user's hand as determined by the downward angle of the user's forearm.10-06-2011

Ronald H. Campbell, Mendon, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110137611System and Method for Measuring Grain Test Weight On a Dynamic Platform - Embodiments of the present invention include systems and methods for measuring grain being channeled through a grain harvesting device. The system includes employing a grain test weight measuring apparatus with a weigh bucket for obtaining a test weight measurement of the grain being harvested. The grain test weight measurement apparatus includes a sample cup for weighing grain therein with various sub-assemblies and/or sub-systems to obtain quick and accurate measurements of the grain in-stream on a dynamic platform.06-09-2011

Ryan Campbell, Overland Park, KS US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090320299Scraper Blade - A scraper blade preferably configured for use with a reciprocating saw. The blade has a first end comprising a mounting structure, and a second end with a cutting edge. The second end is coupled with and spaced apart from the first end. Preferably, the first end is configured to be mounted in a reciprocating saw chuck and the first and second ends are integral. Further, the first and second ends are preferably manufactured from heat treated steel comprising between approximately 0.45 to 1.05% carbon and between approximately 0.3 to 1.0% manganese. Preferably, the steel has a yield tensile strength of between approximately 150,000 to 250,000 pounds per square inch, a modulus of elasticity of between approximately 20,000 to 40,000 kilopounds per square inch, and a hardness on the Rockwell C scale of between approximately 30 to 60.12-31-2009

Sara Campbell, Exeter, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110298397Special purpose modes in photonic band gap fibers - Photonic band gap fibers are described having one or more defects suitable for the acceleration of electrons or other charged particles. Methods and devices are described for exciting special purpose modes in the defects including laser coupling schemes as well as various fiber designs and components for facilitating excitation of desired modes. Results are also presented showing effects on modes due to modes in other defects within the fiber and due to the proximity of defects to the fiber edge. Techniques and devices are described for controlling electrons within the defect(s). Various applications for electrons or other energetic charged particles produced by such photonic band gap fibers are also described.12-08-2011

Scott Campbell, Atlantic Highlands, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080301058Method and system for negotiating digital media licenses and distributing digital media - A method for uploading digital media and negotiating licenses, includes receiving, from a licensor, media and associated data and storing the received media and associated data in a database, generating a contract based on input from the licensor, for licensing the media to a licensee, storing the generated contract in the database of the system, and allowing the licensor and the licensee to negotiate the generated contract utilizing the system by using client applications to communicate with the system.12-04-2008

Shannon K. Campbell, Wildwood, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100236582Cleaning compositions for hard to remove organic material - An oxidizing cleaning composition comprises a low concentration of aqueous hydrogen peroxide that is environmentally friendly and has good stability in strong alkaline solutions. The aqueous hydrogen peroxide composition contains a synergistic combination of one or more hydrophilic surfactants having an HLB of 10 or greater, one or more hydrotropes, one or more UV-analyzable surfactants having an aromatic detectable functional group, and optionally a surfactant having an HLB of less than 10. The cleaning composition when mixed with an alkaline compound is very effective in removing dried or baked residues of polymers, modified or natural celluloses starches, natural gels, and the like at low concentrations and temperatures.09-23-2010

Stephen Kenneth Campbell, Warsaw, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110305896Multi-Layer Sheet Structure Including An Acrylic Outer Layer - A multi-layer sheet structure, in an exemplary embodiment, includes a first layer of a thermoplastic olefin (TPO) composition that includes polypropylene and a filler, and a second layer that includes a polyolefin composition. The second layer positioned over at least a portion of the first layer. The multi-layer sheet structure also includes a third layer that includes an adhesive, and a fourth layer that includes a transparent acrylic composition. The third layer is between the second layer and the fourth layer.12-15-2011

Steven Campbell, Peosta, IA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100132264BI-FLOW INFLATABLE DOOR SEALS - An example of an inflatable seal for a door includes a bi-directional airflow pattern of frost-inhibiting heated air. The bi-directional flow pattern enables the seal's discharge opening and supply air blower to both be located well above the floor and preferably above the doorway. If the discharge opening is near the suction inlet of the blower, such an arrangement makes it possible to recover previously heated air by returning some of the warm air back to the blower. In some examples, the seal includes a supply air conduit and a return air conduit with one disposed within the other. The internal conduit may include a relatively stiff elbow to prevent that conduit from becoming kinked near an upper corner of the door.06-03-2010
20100218429UPPER SEAL FOR A HORIZONTAL SIDE-MOVING DOOR - An example of a horizontal side-moving door with a side-winding or horizontally translating curtain includes an upper seal comprising an upper edge of the curtain sliding within a groove of a seal guide. To protect the door in the event of an impact, at least a portion of the curtain's upper edge can restorably pull out from within the groove. To avoid damage in certain situations, the seal guide might resiliently deflect as well. After an impact, the curtain's upper edge is automatically fed back into the groove by simply opening and closing the door. During normal operation, the curtain's upper edge advantageously deflects in response to air pressure against either side of the door. In some examples, the seal guide is of a uniform cross-section, which makes the seal guide easy to manufacture by way of a conventional plastic extrusion process.09-02-2010

Steven Wayne Campbell, New Albany, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110290336Flush Unit For a Fountain Dispenser - The present invention is a flush unit that can quickly and safely connect to a conventional soda fountain dispenser for cleaning the drain system of the dispenser. The flush unit comprises a one-piece unitary flush block or housing, a flexible hose, and a nozzle. The flush block comprises a fluid conduit having a water inlet port and a water outlet port. The flush block further comprises a plug port for plugging the syrup outlet port of a conventional back block. The water inlet and plug ports are spaced to engage with the water and syrup outlet ports, respectively, of the back block. The flush block further comprises a fastener adapted to engage with a fastener of the back block. The flexible hose has a first end connected by a fastener to the water outlet port of the flush block and a second end connected to the nozzle. The present invention allows a person to quickly connect the flush unit to a conventional dispenser and flush the drain system of the dispenser using its own hydrostatic water source. The present invention eliminates the need for carrying independent pressurized Co2/air flushing tanks.12-01-2011

Suzanne Hetzel Campbell, Newtown, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110165542MULTI-PARAMETER, CUSTOMIZABLE SIMULATION BUILDING SYSTEM FOR CLINICAL SCENARIOS FOR EDUCATING AND TRAINING NURSES AND OTHER HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS - The present invention provides a new and unique technique for providing simulation-based education tools and strategies, including for building a simulation program, such as a simulation program for educating and training nurses and other health care professionals. The simulation technique features a simulation module having one or more database and simulation scenario building modules. The database module is configured to receive inputs or instructions containing information about a selection of one or more simulation parameters stored therein, chosen by a simulation builder, including faculty, instructors or clinical educators, and based on some combination of personal preferences and specific teaching or learning objectives for building a customized simulation for educating and training nurses and other health care professionals. The database module is also configured to provide information about the selection of one or more simulation parameters. The simulation scenario building module is configured to receive the information about the selection of one or more simulation parameters, and to provide simulation scenario building signaling containing information about one or more customized simulation scenarios built for the customized simulation for educating and training nurses and other health care professionals based at least partly on the selection of the one or more simulation parameters contained in the signaling.07-07-2011

Thomas J.a. Campbell, Rockport, ME US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110189718Systems And Methods For Segregating Mixed Material Streams - The invention relates to methods and systems of detecting useful material in a mixed solid, liquid and/or gaseous material stream. The methods include defining a value range requirement for at least one parameter of interest of useful material to be selected from the material stream, passing the material stream through at least one detector adapted to measure the parameter of interest of the material stream, and separating the material stream into useful material and residue based on the measured parameter. The systems comprise at least one detector adapted to measure a parameter of interest of the material stream passing therethrough; and at least one separator for separating the material stream into useful material and residue based on the measured parameter after passing through the detector. The system may further comprise treaters, processors, and controllers.08-04-2011

Thomas James Alexander Campbell, Camden, ME US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110302629Systems And Methods For Secure Network Interoperability and Management - The invention relates to an interoperability system that provides increased security and data tracking to security intensive applications, such as transportation systems that currently utilize a large number of independent devices and related systems.12-08-2011

Tom Campbell, Kansas City, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090297304Cargo transfer system using a palletized rack - A system, method, and apparatus for palletizing cargo on a rack for shipment are provided. The system generally includes a tiered rack having a base tier, a support framework extending from the base tier, and a second tier adjustably attached to the support framework. The system may further include a plurality of lower frame support members positioned longitudinally across the bottom of the base tier, and a plurality of pneumatically actuated rollers spaced to cooperatively engage the plurality of lower frame support members, the rollers being selectively extendable from a plurality of raised tracks positioned longitudinally along a floor of the railcar, where the rollers are configured to pneumatically extend past an upper surface of the track when actuated and allow for linear motion there over.12-03-2009
20110058923CARGO TRANSFER SYSTEM USING A PALLETIZED RACK - A system, method, and apparatus for palletizing cargo on a rack for shipment are provided. The system generally includes a tiered rack having a base tier, a support framework extending from the base tier, and a second tier adjustably attached to the support framework. The system may further include a plurality of lower frame support members positioned longitudinally across the bottom of the base tier, and a plurality of pneumatically actuated rollers spaced to cooperatively engage the plurality of lower frame support members, the rollers being selectively extendable from a plurality of raised tracks positioned longitudinally along a floor of the railcar, where the rollers are configured to pneumatically extend past an upper surface of the track when actuated and allow for linear motion there over.03-10-2011

Travis H. Campbell, Warsaw, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080215157MODULAR FEMORAL PROVISIONAL - A provisional prosthetic system that replicates the characteristics of a corresponding, nonprovisional femoral prosthesis. The provisional prosthetic system may include a frame component and a shell component. The frame component of the provisional prosthetic system may be configured to be attached directly to a resected femur. In one exemplary embodiment, the frame component is impacted onto the resected femur to firmly seat therewith. Once the frame component is secured to the resected femur, a shell component of the provisional prosthetic system may be positioned on and secured to the frame component. In one exemplary embodiment, the frame component is made from a metallic material. This allows for the frame component to maintain the rigidity necessary to facilitate proper trialing. In another exemplary embodiment, the shell component is a plastic.09-04-2008

Troy C. Campbell, American Fork, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100264134APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR INDUCTION HEATING - A heating apparatus for induction heating is disclosed. The heating apparatus may comprise a bearing ring, at least one bearing element disposed in the bearing ring, and a braze material adjacent to the at least one bearing element and the bearing ring. The heating apparatus may additionally comprise an inductor positioned radially adjacent to at least a portion of the bearing ring. A current source may be electrically coupled to the inductor. A bearing orienting member may also abut a surface of the at least one bearing element. The bearing orienting member may orient a surface of the at least one bearing element. A heating method is also disclosed.10-21-2010

Vincent Leroy Campbell, Parkville, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110208611PARTICIPANT TRACKING SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE - The participant tracking system of the present invention includes a plurality of participant information records stored in a database, a remote user interface connected to a centralized processor and digital data storage device through a network wherein the database is stored on the digital data storage device. The participant tracking system of the present invention may further include a security feature that prevents unauthorized access to the database and the participant information records. The participant information record includes the participant's personal information, a digitized sample of one of the participant's unique biometric characteristics, and an updatable participation history. The participant tracking system of the present invention uses a biometric characteristic to verify the identity of a participant and ensures that the participant is not exceeding the regulated quantity of goods or frequency or duration of services within a defined time period.08-25-2011

William G. Campbell, Gallatin, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100018456MACHINE FOR MAKING AN ANTI-STATIC TIRE TREAD - A method of providing an extruded tire tread (T) with anti-static properties. In this method, a pin (10) is coated with an electrically conductive material (M). The coated pin (01-28-2010

William Samuel Campbell US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090050768Olympic weight plate loading device - A device used to elevate Olympic Weight plates from the floor that have been placed on an Olympic Barbell, particularly useful with floor-generated exercises such as the Deadlift that require additional plates of the same diameter to be loaded onto the bar as previously loaded plates rest vertical on the floor. The use of the device allows the user to minimize effort in the plate loading process to ensure that optimum strength and energy go towards the designated exercise. This device is manufactured with specific materials so as to provide the user with a sturdy and durable, yet inexpensive piece of exercise assistance equipment which can be used for a multitude of floor-generated Olympic and Powerlifting exercises.02-26-2009

William T. Campbell, Albuquerque, NM US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090314882MICRO AIR-VEHICLE TRANSPORT CONTAINER AND LAUNCH SYSTEM - A Micro Air-Vehicle (MAV) starting system that provides the combined functions of: packing protection of sensitive vehicle components, a mechanical starting assembly, and a launch pad. The preferred embodiment comprises a container and a container lid with the MAV clamped to the lid. Also disposed on the container lid is a starting assembly. The lid which doubles as a launching pad with the attached MAV is removed from the container, placed on the ground, the MAV is started with the starting mechanism and launched. The arrangement minimizes the physical risk to the operator, minimizes weight of the total MAV system, consumes minimum space in the operators transport system, and eliminates dependence on supply lines for battery replacement or charging.12-24-2009
20110180671DIFFERENTIAL VANE VEHICLE CONTROL - A ducted fan air-vehicle capable of generating control moments. The ducted fan air-vehicle includes an air duct, a fan, a center body, a plurality of control vanes. The vanes are independently controlled and are deflected in the same direction but at different angles, thereby providing an increased control moments to the vehicle compared to the prior art. The increased pitching moment allows for additional control authority. Additional control authority is useful in forward flight and is especially desirable when the ducted fan air-vehicle is maneuvering in unsteady or turbulent winds or with various types of cargo that may effect the vehicle center of gravity location.07-28-2011

Patent applications by William T. Campbell, Albuquerque, NM US