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Brian John Christen, Monroe, MI US
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| 20110036553 | INTEGRAL EVAPORATOR AND DEFROST HEATER SYSTEM - A heat exchanger system having a fluid passage operable to fluidly communicate a first fluid and a heat transfer surface extending from the fluid passage for transferring heat between the first fluid and a second fluid. The system can further include a heating element operably coupled to and selectively applying thermal energy to at least one of the fluid passage and the heat transfer surface. | 02-17-2011 |
Daniel P. Christen, Jamestown, NC US
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| 20090216013 | Heteroaryl-Ureas and Their Use as Glucokinase Activators - This invention relates to compounds of formula (I) | 08-27-2009 |
| 20100036150 | MANDELIC ACID DERIVATIVES AND PREPARATION THEREOF - The invention relates to compounds, compositions, methods of using and processes for producing optically active α-hydroxy derivatives using a combination of a chemical and biochemical methods. The process comprises reacting an ester compound with a racemic compound in the presence of an enzyme to obtain compounds (compositions and methods). The compounds produced may be useful for starting materials for physiologically active materials, functional materials and the like. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100204288 | Heteroaryl-Ureas and Their Use as Glucokinase Activators - This invention relates to compounds of formula (I) | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100331379 | BENZAMIDE GLUCOKINASE ACTIVATORS - The present invention relates to N-heteroaryl-benzamides, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, and methods of using the same. The N-heteroaryl-benzamides are useful in diseases or medical conditions mediated by glucokinase. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110060019 | HETEROARYL-UREAS AND THEIR USE AS GLUCOKINASE ACTIVATORS - This invention relates to compounds of formula (I) | 03-10-2011 |
| 20110160198 | SUBSTITUTED AZOANTHRACENE DERIVATIVES, PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS, AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention is directed to substituted azoanthracene derivatives or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof that modulate the human GLP-1 receptor and that may be useful in the treatment of diseases, disorders, or conditions in which modulation of the human GLP-1 receptor is beneficial, such as diabetes mellitus type 2. The invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and to the use of these compounds and compositions in the treatment of such diseases, disorders, or conditions in which modulation of the human GLP-1 receptor is beneficial. | 06-30-2011 |
Daniel Peter Christen, High Point, NC US
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| 20110082144 | N-HETEROARYL INDOLE CARBOXAMIDES AND ANALOGUES THEREOF, FOR USE AS GLUCOKINASE ACTIVATORS IN THE TREATMENT OF DIABETES - This invention relates to compounds that are activators of glucokinase and thus may be useful for the management, treatment, control, or adjunct treatment of diseases, where increasing glucokinase activity is beneficial. The compounds are of the general formula (I) | 04-07-2011 |
Daniel Richard Christen, Sammamish, WA US
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| 20110261260 | PROJECTED IMAGE ENHANCEMENT - A first image is provided to a projector, which is configured to project the first image on a projection screen. A captured first image is received from a camera configured to capture the projected first image and an occluding object between the projector and the projection screen. A key including a difference between the captured first image and the first image is generated. A second image is modified according to the key to generate a new second image. The new second image is provided to the projector, which is further configured to project the new second image. | 10-27-2011 |
David K. Christen, Oak Ridge, TN US
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| 20120088066 | SUPERHYDROPHOBIC TRANSPARENT GLASS (STG) THIN FILM ARTICLES - An article having a nanostructured surface and a method of making the same are described. The article can include a substrate and a nanostructured layer bonded to the substrate. The nanostructured layer can include a plurality of spaced apart nanostructured features comprising a contiguous, protrusive material and the nanostructured features can be sufficiently small that the nanostructured layer is optically transparent. A surface of the nanostructured features can be coated with a continuous hydrophobic coating. The method can include providing a substrate; depositing a film on the substrate; decomposing the film to form a decomposed film; and etching the decomposed film to form the nanostructured layer. | 04-12-2012 |
Frederick Joseph Christen, St. Louis, MO US
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| 20090096180 | DEVICES FOR SUPPORTING AND TRANSPORTING SHEET MATERIALS - In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile clamping system generally includes first and second elongate supports engageable with an edge portion of a sheet material for supporting at least part of the sheet material against bending. A fastener can releasably couple the first and second elongate supports to the edge portion of the sheet material. The first and second elongate supports define a channel for receiving the edge portion of the sheet material into the channel when supporting the sheet material. In another exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for transporting a sheet material generally includes a frame, at least one wheel coupled to the frame for allowing rolling movement of the frame, and an adjustable vice coupled to the frame for securing a sheet material in the vice on the frame. | 04-16-2009 |
| 20100019116 | DEVICES FOR SUPPORTING AND TRANSPORTING SHEET MATERIALS - In one exemplary embodiment, a low-profile clamping system generally includes first and second elongate supports engageable with an edge portion of a sheet material for supporting at least part of the sheet material against bending. A fastener can releasably couple the first and second elongate supports to the edge portion of the sheet material. The first and second elongate supports define a channel for receiving the edge portion of the sheet material into the channel when supporting the sheet material. In another exemplary embodiment, an apparatus for transporting a sheet material generally includes a frame, at least one wheel coupled to the frame for allowing rolling movement of the frame, and an adjustable vice coupled to the frame for securing a sheet material in the vice on the frame. | 01-28-2010 |
James D. Christen, Downingtown, PA US
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| 20090018866 | Claim Processing Validation System - A system evaluates processing rules used for processing claim data related to reimbursement for provision of healthcare to a patient by specific payer organizations. The system includes at least one repository of information including first claim data. The first claim data processing rules and associated output data comprise first claim result information derived by applying the first claim data processing rules to the first claim data. The system also includes a source of a second claim data processing rule and a rules processor for applying the second claim data processing rule to the first claim data in deriving second claim result information corresponding to the first claim result information. A comparator compares the second claim result information with the first claim result information to identify changed result data elements and associated data fields in a claim form used in obtaining reimbursement in response to a claim. An output processor provides data representing a visual display image highlighting data fields associated with the changed result data elements. | 01-15-2009 |
John Christen, Waterloo, IA US
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| 20090218536 | High Temperature Valve - A trim assembly for a control valve includes a seal for sealing a leak path, where the seal is provided to advantageously in high-temperature applications, e.g., applications including temperatures of at least 450° F. (232.22° C.). The control valve comprises a valve body and control element. The control element is disposed within the valve body for controlling the flow of fluid therethrough. The trim assembly comprises a valve seat and a retention ring. The valve seat is fixed to the valve body, and the retention ring is threadably connected to the valve seat. The seal can be effected by an annular graphite seal compressed between the trim assembly and the valve body, or by a metal-to-metal contact between the retention ring and the valve body. | 09-03-2009 |
Nancy Christen, Minneapolis, MN US
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| 20080270176 | METHOD, APPARATUS AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR ADJUSTING A QUANTITY OF AN ITEM SUPPLIED IN PREPARATION FOR A MEDICAL PROCEDURE - A method, apparatus and computer program product are provided to update surgeon preference cards or similar records. In this regard, one or more instances may be identified in which the quantity of an item utilized during the medical procedure differed from the predefined quantity of the item supplied in preparation for the medical procedure. For example, the quantity of the item that was utilized most frequently during the medical procedure may be compared to the predefined quantity of the item. An adjustment to the predefined quantity of the item may then be determined if the quantity of the item that was actually utilized most frequently differed from the predefined quantity of the item. A recommendation can then be provided that the predefined quantity of the item be altered in accordance with the adjustment. Based on user response, the predefined quantity of the item may be altered. | 10-30-2008 |
Patricia L. Christen, Piedmont, CA US
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| 20090209845 | METHOD TO OPTIMIZE INTERACTIVE PRODUCTS BASED ON THEIR FUNCTIONAL NEURAL IMPACT - Described herein are methods of optimizing an interactive media (e.g., a videogame) based on a brain activity criterion, as well as interactive media optimized or incorporating these methods. Brain activity may be measured using imaging techniques, such as an fMRI image of neural activity taken while a subject is using the technology. The optimization may be used to help the interactive media evoke desired behaviors or attitudes in subjects who have used the interactive media. For example, the interactive media described herein may be optimized to help facilitate behaviors or attitudes that are conducive to medical therapies, including compliance with medical treatments. | 08-20-2009 |
| 20090221211 | SCOOT: A PHYSICAL ACTIVITY-PROMOTING GAME SYSTEM - The invention described herein provides game systems or devices that typically include a projector for projecting a plurality of images or colors at different positions in space, a source of music, and a controller configured to coordinate the presentation of the images or colors with the music. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090221337 | PHYSICAL ACTIVITY-PROMOTING GAME UTILIZING NETWORKED MODULES - A system and method are provided for a physically active game whose underlying purpose is to increase the level of physical activity in adolescents, and to have the game and associated activity be enjoyable and engaging such that physical activity becomes engrained as a habit that counters obesity. The game system includes a set of networked game modules that players touch in a sequence as prescribed by a game logic The correct module to touch next in the sequence is indicated by a notifier, such as a light turning on or an audible signal emitting from the module. Sensors on the modules transmit a signal to a controller which activates transmission of the next module in the sequence to activate a notifier element. Game data may be used to compute a score and be applied to game statistics. Data from the game may be transmitted to a remote server for storage, transformation into comparative data, and displayed on a web page. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090221338 | PHYSICAL EXERCISE VIDEO GAME METHOD AND APPARATUS - Described herein is a game and game system including one or more user motion tracking devices. In some embodiments, a heart rate sensor is also used to monitor the user. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090221371 | MOOVDISK - Described herein is a game system that includes a game control unit that communicates with a plurality of play units. Each play unit typically has a user input functionality (e.g., a button) and a visual indicator (e.g., lights). The play units can communicate and receive instructions from the game control unit. The game control unit may also include a user input, and can track play and upload results (e.g., scores) into a central data repository. Players may wear identification tags that can also provide identifying information for tracking or monitoring by the game control unit. Also described herein are methods of playing games using the system, and social networking website for players. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090221372 | FOOTPAD-BASED GAME AND GAMING SYSTEM - Described herein are games and game systems including a text messaging phone keypad foot mat. The phone keypad foot mat typically includes regions similar to the buttons of an enlarged telephone keypad. A user can step on these input regions (“buttons” or “keys”) to type a text. Thus, a player “types” a text message by stepping or dancing on the keyboard foot mat similar to the way that a text message may be typed by hand on a telephone keypad (e.g., sending a text message from a cell phone). Various games can be played using the devices, systems and methods described herein. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20090221401 | RHYTHM ROPE - The improved jump ropes devices described herein generally include a source of rhythmic sound, a sensor for determining the motion of the jump rope, and a visual output (e.g., feedback) for indicating how well a user is moving or jumping in time to the rhythmic component of the sound. The device may also include a controller for receiving input from the source of rhythmic sound and the sensor, and controlling the visual output. Methods of using the devices are also described. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20110130247 | RHYTHM ROPE - The improved jump ropes devices described herein generally include a source of rhythmic sound, a sensor for determining the motion of the jump rope, and a visual output (e.g., feedback) for indicating how well a user is moving or jumping in time to the rhythmic component of the sound. The device may also include a controller for receiving input from the source of rhythmic sound and the sensor, and controlling the visual output. Methods of using the devices are also described. | 06-02-2011 |