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Daniel W. Clark, Lakewood, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080313228CONTROLLER LOG AND LOG AGGREGATION - Systems and methods of recording user actions on an industrial controller. When a user logs into an industrial controller (e.g., a stand-alone controller) changes made to the controller can be recorded by a logging component. The recorded information can be encrypted to ensure reliability of the information. The logging component can be periodically brought into communication with an aggregation component which can receive log entries from a plurality of controllers and their associated logging components, and compile the log entries into an aggregate log.12-18-2008

Daniel W. Clark, Mayfield Heights, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090132059INDUSTRIAL CONTROLLER USING SHARED MEMORY MULTICORE ARCHITECTURE - A multicore processor for industrial control provides for the execution of separate operating systems on the cores under control of one of the cores to tailor the operating system to optimum execution of different applications of industrial control and communication. One core may provide for a reduced instruction set for execution of industrial control programs with the remaining cores providing a general-purpose instruction set.05-21-2009
20090210069INDUSTRIAL CONTROLLER USING SHARED MEMORY MULTICORE ARCHITECTURE - A multicore processor for industrial control provides for the execution of separate operating systems on the cores under control of one of the cores to tailor the operating system to optimum execution of different applications of industrial control and communication. One core may provide for a reduced instruction set for execution of industrial control programs with the remaining cores providing a general-purpose instruction set.08-20-2009
20090210070INDUSTRIAL CONTROLLER USING SHARED MEMORY MULTICORE ARCHITECTURE - A multicore processor for industrial control provides for the execution of separate operating systems on the cores under control of one of the cores to tailor the operating system to optimum execution of different applications of industrial control and communication. One core may provide for a reduced instruction set for execution of industrial control programs with the remaining cores providing a general-purpose instruction set.08-20-2009

David N Clark, Marysville, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110045517Toxic Material Detection Apparatus and Method - A toxic material detection apparatus includes a sample collection portion including a sample inlet and a sample concentrator adapted to concentrate an environmental sample on a substrate. A sample distributing system transfers portions of the substrate to a color sensor and an ion mobility spectrometer for simultaneously analysis and toxin detection, particularly cholinesterase inhibitor detection. Optionally, a portion of the substrate may be directed to an archive for possible analysis at a later time. Reagents utilized include the enzyme acetylcholinesterase (AChE), and the reactants acetylthiocholine iodide (ATCI) and 5,5′-dithio-bis-(2-nitrobenzoic acid) (DTB). A data management unit provides for near-real-time analysis of the samples in under 5 minutes. Simultaneous “hits” by both analysis methods indicate the presence of a cholinesterase inhibitor.02-24-2011

David S. Clark, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100290906PLASMA SENSOR STALL CONTROL SYSTEM AND TURBOMACHINERY DIAGNOSTICS - A system for detecting onset of a stall in a rotor is disclosed, the system comprising a plasma sensor spaced radially outwardly and apart from tips of a circumferential row of blades at a location on a static component that is between a first location and a second location wherein the first location is at a first distance of about 25% blade tip-chord length axially forward from the leading edge of a blade and the second location is at a second distance of about 25% blade tip-chord length axially aft from the trailing edge of a blade and wherein the plasma sensor is capable of generating an input signal corresponding to a flow parameter at a location near the tip of a blade and indicative of the onset of a stall and a correlation processor that generates a stability correlation signal.11-18-2010

David Scott Clark, Liberty Township, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100047060Plasma Enhanced Compressor - A gas turbine engine is disclosed, comprising a compressor having a circumferential row of blades, a casing surrounding the tips of the blades, located radially apart from the tips of the blades and at least one plasma generator located on the casing. The plasma generator comprises a first electrode and a second electrode separated by a dielectric material. The gas turbine engine further comprises an engine control system which controls the operation of the plasma generator such that the stable operating range of the compressor is increased.02-25-2010
20100170224PLASMA ENHANCED BOOSTER AND METHOD OF OPERATION - A booster system is disclosed, comprising a first rotor stage having a plurality of first rotor blades spaced circumferentially around a rotor hub with a longitudinal axis and having a first pitch-line radius extending from the longitudinal axis, a last rotor stage located axially aft from the first rotor stage, the last rotor stage comprising a plurality of last rotor blades spaced circumferentially around the longitudinal axis and having a second pitch-line radius extending from the longitudinal axis, and a gooseneck duct located axially aft from the last rotor stage and capable of receiving an airflow, the gooseneck duct comprising an inlet end and an exit end located at a distance axially aft from the inlet end and having at least one plasma actuator mounted in the gooseneck duct.07-08-2010
20100172747PLASMA ENHANCED COMPRESSOR DUCT - A compression system is disclosed, comprising a first compressor having a first flowpath, a second compressor having a second flowpath located axially aft from the first compressor, and a transition duct capable of flowing an airfow from the first compressor to the second compressor, the transition duct having at least one plasma actuator mounted in the transition duct.07-08-2010
20100232936VARIABLE STATOR VANE CONTOURED BUTTON - A variable stator vane airfoil is mounted on a button centered about a rotational axis and includes circular leading and trailing edges circumscribed about the rotational axis at a button radius. Contoured pressure and suction sides extend from the circular leading edge to the circular trailing edge and are recessed inwardly from a perimeter circumscribed about the rotational axis at the button radius. One of upstream and downstream pressure side portions of the contoured pressure side is straight and another of the upstream and downstream pressure side portions is curved. One of the upstream and downstream suction side portions is straight and another of the upstream and downstream suction side portions is curved. One of the upstream pressure side portion and upstream suction side portion is straight and another of the upstream pressure side portion and upstream suction side portion is curved.09-16-2010
20100284780Method of Operating a Compressor - A method of operating a compressor having a row of blades for preventing a compressor stall is disclosed, the method comprising the steps of mounting a plasma generator in a casing or a shroud radially outwardly and apart from the blade tips wherein the plasma generator comprises a radially inner electrode and a radially outer electrode separated by a dielectric material; and supplying an AC potential to the radially inner electrode and the radially outer electrode.11-11-2010
20100284795Plasma Clearance Controlled Compressor - A plasma leakage flow control system for a compressor is disclosed, comprising a circumferential row of compressor blades, an annular casing surrounding the tips of the blades, located radially apart from the tips of the blades and at least one annular plasma generator located on the annular casing. The annular plasma generator comprises an inner electrode and an outer electrode separated by a dielectric material. A gas turbine engine having a plasma leakage flow control system further comprises an engine control system which controls the operation of the annular plasma generator such that the blade tip leakage flow can be changed.11-11-2010

Edward Russell Clark, Monroeville, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080205806BEARING MOUNTED SENSOR ASSEMBLY - A sensor assembly includes an insert mounted within a fixed structure and tabs that engaged the insert to secure the sensor assembly in a desired orientation. A cap is assembled over the sensor assembly and the interface between the tabs and the insert to prevent undesired removal.08-28-2008

Gabriel Clark, Columbus, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080262400COMPOSITE MOLDABLE SPLINT AND METHOD OF FORMING SAME - A composite moldable splint having at least a first splinting member with an inner foam layer, an intermediate thermoplastic layer, and an external securing layer. The inner foam layer provides a soft, moisture transmitting, non-latex padding. The intermediate thermoplastic layer provides remoldable shape, and rigidity and strength after heat forming and cooling. The outer securing layer, preferably covered with continuous loop fabric suitable for hook and loop fastening, provides an essentially infinite plurality of attachment points for retaining straps including at least a section of hook fastening material for holding the splint in place. The layers of the composite moldable splint are preferably heat welded to form a strong unitary structure that is resistant to delamination. Composite moldable splints utilizing multiple splinting members are described.10-23-2008

George Clark, Lewis Center, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090196675DISPENSER AND PROCESS - A dispenser (08-06-2009
20100241072Safety Needle with Lockout Mechanism - A safety needle is provided which includes blocking structure to maintain a sharp tip of a needle safely within a housing and prevent re-advancement of a needle from a safety needle housing. The safety needle includes flexible blocking members positioned on an inner needle assembly which are configured to engage an outer housing after the needle assembly has been fully retracted within the outer housing.09-23-2010
20110009832Non-Axial Return Spring for Safety Needle - A needle safety device is provided having a housing, a needle assembly movably mounted within the housing and a spring for biasing the needle assembly within the housing. The needle assembly is movable along a first axis and the spring is movable along the second axis different from the first. There is also provided a lens for enhancing visualization of the flow of fluid through the needle safety device. There is further provided a safety sheath for covering a needle of the needle assembly and restraining the needle assembly against movement due to the bias of the spring.01-13-2011

Patent applications by George Clark, Lewis Center, OH US

George A. Clark, Lewis Center, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100329904Integrated Endshield and Pump Volute For An Electric Pump And Method of Forming An Electric Pump - An electric pump comprises a stator, a rotor, and an endshield. The interface plate is fixed to the stator and is configured to couple the electric motor to a pump. The pump volute is formed as an integral portion of the endshield, thereby minimizing the axial length of the electric pump. A drainage passageway is provided on the endshield to harmlessly drain away any fluid that seeps past the pump's seals. In one embodiment of the invention, the drainage passageway is a groove that faces the stator and is configured to facilitate the evaporation of and leak fluid by channeling the fluid near the stator, which warms the fluid and thereby increases the fluid's evaporation rate.12-30-2010

George A. Clark, Lewis, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110203050EASY TO ASSEMBLE, TOOLLESS, EASY TO RECYCLE, MATTRESS SUPPORT - A bed form (08-25-2011

Gregory M. Clark, Chardon, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090134670Seal and water catch for recreational vehicle - A seal between a base structure and a slide out structure of a recreational vehicle includes a panel section mounted to the base structure, the panel section including a front edge, a rear edge, a first side and a second side. A sealing element extends from the panel section, between the front edge and the rear edge, in a direction from the first side toward the second side of the panel section, the sealing element extending to contact the slide out structure and wipe moisture therefrom upon relative movement of the slide out structure and base structure. A catch flange extends upwardly from the rear edge of the panel section. A first side basin detail extends from the first side of the panel section, and a second side basin detail extends from the second side of the panel section. The catch flange, the first side basin detail and the second side basin detail define a water catch that is open at the front edge of the panel section, the water catch collecting moisture wiped from the slide out structure by the sealing element.05-28-2009

Jeanine A. Clark, Yellows Springs, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090126626ANNULAR NOZZLE STRUCTURE FOR HIGH DENSITY INKJET PRINTHEADS - A method for fabricating an orifice plate with high density arrays of nozzles entails disposing a photoresist layer on a glass with a metalized layer forming a photomask blank and patterning the photomask blank with one or more openings. Second openings are formed by etching through the initial openings into the photoresist layer. The photoresist layer is removed and a second photoresist layer is added to the formed patterned structure forming a mandrel. One or more rings are patterned onto the mandrel. Each ring has an outer diameter larger than the diameter of the second openings and an inner diameter smaller than the diameter of the second openings. The mandrel with formed rings is plated with a metal forming an orifice plate. The orifice plate is separated from the patterned mandrel, forming an orifice plate with a high density array of nozzles05-21-2009

Joseph F. Clark, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090221706Methods of treating cognitive dysfunction by modulating brain energy metabolism - Methods for treating cognitive dysfunction by modulating brain energy metabolism are discussed.09-03-2009

Justin Matthew Clark, West Chester, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090320888MULTI-PORT PROBE PURGE SYSTEMS AND TECHNIQUES - Tubes are used to perform a focused cleaning of a sensor tip. By surrounding the tip with burn-off “jets,” the tip is invariably cleaned by a purge procedure even when strong atmosphere currents are present in a furnace. In dirty environments, an additional purge port, without a focused tube, is used to ensure cleaning of the upper portion of the sheath to prevent soot causing seizure of a sensor element. Alternatively, a means for saturating a sensor's active element with cleaning air is provided, such that a single tube directs air into a multi-port ring at a sensor's tip or into the tip of a sheath, which has channels/holes directing air for purposes of saturating the tip from multiple directions.12-31-2009

Keith Clark, Concord, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100320184WELDING CONTACT TIP AND WELDING GUN INCORPORATING THE SAME - A welding contact tip having a body portion and bore passing through the body portion. The welding contact tip is made from an alloy which comprises diamonds and/or diamond powder.12-23-2010

Keith Clark, Mentor, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100301029WIRE FEEDER WITH AUTO-CONFIGURE POWER SUPPLY - A wire drive system includes a wire feed motor for feeding welding wire in a continuous welding process. The wire drive system further includes a controller connected to the wire feed motor for driving the motor responsive to a command signal. The controller is capable of detecting the source of power from which the wire feed motor is driven wherein a first possible source of power is taken from the welding arc and wherein a second possible source of power is taken from the welding power supply.12-02-2010

Keith L. Clark, Concord, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120118865DEVICE AND METHOD TO CONTROL A POWER SOURCE - Apparatus, devices, and methods for providing a voltage reduction capability in a welding power source for safety purposes. The resistive load and the output voltage of the welding power source output are monitored and compared to predefined or preselected threshold values to generate a load condition signal and an output voltage condition signal (e.g., logic signals). The load condition signal and the output voltage condition signal serve as inputs to a voltage reduction device control logic which generates control signals to enable and disable the input and output of the welding power source according to the defined control logic. As a result, an extra measure of safety in preventing electrical shock is provided to users of the welding power source during hazardous operating conditions.05-17-2012

Kelly R. Clark, Columbus, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090275138PRODUCTION OF rAAV IN VERO CELLS USING PARTICULAR ADENOVIRUS HELPERS - The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, in some embodiments the invention contemplates the use of an adenovirus known as Simian Adenovirus 13 (SAdV-13) and Vero cells for production of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV).11-05-2009
20110201088Production of rAAV in Vero Cells Using Particular Adenovirus Helpers - The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, in some embodiments the invention contemplates the use of an adenovirus known as Simian Adenovirus 13 (SAdV-13) and Vero cells for production of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV).08-18-2011

Kelly Reed Clark, Columbus, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090035327Antibody Gene Transfer and Recombinant AAV Therefor - The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver antibody genes to target cells in mammals. Administration of rAAV encoding antibodies that neutralize the HIV-1 virus is exemplified.02-05-2009
20090169513Expression of virus entry inhibitors and recombinant AAV therefor - The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver genes encoding human immunodeficiency virus entry inhibitors to target cells in mammals.07-02-2009
20090291503Recombinant Adeno-Associated Virus Production - The present invention relates to methods and materials for recombinant adeno-associated virus production. More particularly, the invention relates to use of recombinant adenovirus encoding adeno-associated virus protein in recombinant adeno-associated virus production methods.11-26-2009
20120027798ANTIBODY GENE TRANSFER AND RECOMBINANT AAV THEREFOR - The present invention relates generally to the use of recombinant adeno-associated viruses (rAAV) for gene delivery and more specifically to the use of rAAV to deliver antibody genes to target cells in mammals. Administration of rAAV encoding antibodies that neutralize the HIV-1 virus is exemplified.02-02-2012

K. Reed Clark, Westerville, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110301226COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATING HEPATIC NEOPLASIA - The present invention provides compositions and methods featuring miR-26 microRNA polynucleotides for the diagnosis, treatment or prevention of hepatic neoplasia.12-08-2011

Mark Clark, Liberty Township, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090271991Powered Hand-Held Metal Cutter - A power driven portable sheet metal cutter includes a head with two blades that mounts to a hand-held electric or pneumatic rotating power unit. The fixed blade has a primary shearing surface that has a convex or radiused cutting edge, a convex or radiused bevel, and a convex or radiused body feature.11-05-2009

Michael Philip Clark, Maineville, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090069355Bicyclic pyrazolone cytokine inhibitors - The present invention relates to 6,7-dihydro-5H-pyrazolo[1,2a]pyrazol-1-ones which inhibit the extracellular release of inflammatory cytokines, said cytokines responsible for one or more human or higher mammalian disease states. The present invention further relates to compositions comprising said 6,7-dihydro-5H-pyrazolo[1,2a]pyrazol-1-ones and methods for preventing, abating, or otherwise controlling enzymes which are understood to be the active components responsible for the herein described disease states.03-12-2009

Patent applications by Michael Philip Clark, Maineville, OH US

Michael W. Clark, Arcanum, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100078052PERSONAL EASY LIFTING DEVICE - A personal easy lifting device has mounting units with adjustable legs forward of handle members and supports to facilitate positioning forward aspects of the supports in close proximity to a firm edge of an article of furniture with which the device is to be used to assist a person in rising, such as from a sitting position, from an article of furniture to a standing position.04-01-2010

Mike Clark, Wadsworth, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080234117MODULAR EXERCISE PLATFORM - An exercise platform may include: (A) a base having a base cavity; (B) an insert that: (1) is sized to be stably received within the base cavity; and, (2) has an insert cavity; and, (C) another insert sized to be stably received within the insert cavity. The base cavity may also be sized to stably receive the base of a balance trainer and the insert cavity may also be sized to stably receive a portion of a stability ball.09-25-2008

Rick Clark, Ironton, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080277635TENSIONING TOOL AND METHOD FOR USING SAME - A tensioning tool for applying tension to string-like material includes a first member having a first handle section and a first engaging section opposite the handle section facing a first direction for receiving and engaging a first strand. A second member is pivotally connected to the first member and has a second handle section and a second engaging section opposite the second handle section. The second engaging section faces a second direction opposite the first direction for receiving and engaging a second strand, and moving the handle sections of the first and second members towards each other urges the first and second engaging sections apart. The first strand can be attached to the second strand so that when the first and second handle sections are moved toward each other the first and second engaging sections move away from each other thereby tensioning the first strand.11-13-2008
20090039603ARCHERY TARGET AND METHOD OF USING SAME - An archery target includes a cylindrical body having a substantially circular top surface, a substantially circular base surface, and an intermediate section extending between the top surface and base surface. The target can be made by winding at least one layer of a flexible material, such as polyurethane foam, to form the cylindrical body. The target can be positioned such that the top surface faces upward and the base surface faces downward, and the user shoots arrows at the intermediate section. After a substantial number of arrows have been shot into the particular area of the intermediate section facing the user, the target can be rotated to expose a previously unused and unblemished area of the intermediate section of the target for further target practice. The target can be part of a kit that includes instructions for using the target accordingly.02-12-2009
20100108964TENSIONING TOOL AND METHOD FOR USING SAME - A tensioning tool for applying tension to string-like material includes a first member having a first handle section and a first engaging section opposite the handle section facing a first direction for receiving and engaging a first strand. A second member is pivotally connected to the first member and has a second handle section and a second engaging section opposite the second handle section. The second engaging section faces a second direction opposite the first direction for receiving and engaging a second strand, and moving the handle sections of the first and second members towards each other urges the first and second engaging sections apart. The first strand can be attached to the second strand so that when the first and second handle sections are moved toward each other the first and second engaging sections move away from each other thereby tensioning the first strand.05-06-2010

Patent applications by Rick Clark, Ironton, OH US

Robert Joseph Clark, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080216968MODULAR STRIP DOOR SYSTEM - A modular strip door system includes a plurality of strips, a bracket and a strip mounting member that may be assembled and placed adjacent to a door or opening. The strip mounting member is configured to retain the plurality of strips and be releasably mounted onto the bracket. The strip mounting member includes an upper channel and a lower channel configured to receive the plurality of strips. The strip mounting member further includes at least one bracket mounting aperture configured to receive at least one mounting protuberance projecting from the inner face of the bracket. In one alternate embodiment the system comprises a plurality of strips configured to be releasably mounted onto a bracket. In yet another alternate embodiment, the system comprises a strip mounting member configured to be mounted to a support surface and retain a plurality of strips.09-11-2008
20080289147Dual-hinge mechanism and related methods - The present invention provides a mechanism for mounting a door comprising a dual-hinge or “double-knuckle” spine/hinge system which allows a traffic door to open a full 180 degrees in both directions from a closed position. The mechanism allows the door to be flush with a wall that is adjacent to the door resulting in minimal obstruction of hallways and/or other traffic areas into which the door opens, thereby significantly increasing the efficient use of limited space. The present invention also provides a mechanism for cushioning a door against sudden impacts and reducing the stresses from loads that are commonly placed on the door and jamb due to frequent opening and closing.11-27-2008
20080295286Hinge Cover Assembly - A hinge cover comprising a mounting plate, a cup, a wrap, and a bushing. In this version, the mounting plate comprises a vertical portion, a horizontal portion, a right side member and a left side member. The cup comprises a base member, a perimeter member, a right attachment member and a left attachment member. The right attachment member and left attachment member may be configured to allow the cup to slide vertically during use. The wrap comprises a right edge and a left edge. In this embodiment, the right edge is attached to the right side member and the right support member, and the left edge is attached to the left side member and the left support member. The cup is configured to slide vertically relative to the wrap during use. The bushing configured to engage the cup comprising a lower portion and an upper lip.12-04-2008

Timothy O. Clark, Lancaster, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090205973METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING FERRATE(VI) - An undivided electrochemical cell. The electrochemical cell includes a housing defining an undivided chamber, the housing having one electrolyte inlet and at least two electrolyte outlets; an anode in the chamber; a cathode in the chamber; and an electrolyte in the chamber, wherein the anode and the cathode are not gas diffusion electrodes. The invention also involves a method of operating an electrochemical cell, and methods for making ferrate(VI).08-20-2009