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Adam Brooks Clifford, Co. Down GB
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| 20100326770 | ACCESSORY MOUNTING - The accessory mounting comprises a securable attachment device, principally front-loading, comprising two horizontally connected pairs of vertically (with respect to a standing ladder) connected and extendible diverging rung-gripping hooks, incorporating a horizontal member, the mid-section of a toolbar with attached arms extending into the horizontal ( | 12-30-2010 |
Bruce Kenneth Clifford, Brampton CA
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| 20110225804 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ALIGNING AN ANTENNA IN A REFERENCE POSITION - The present invention is an apparatus operable to align an antenna and to retain the antenna in a reference position during alignment of the antenna. The apparatus may include a bracket having an arm attached thereto, and the arm conforms to the back wall of an antenna. An engagement means and/or securing means may be incorporated in the apparatus to retain the position of the antenna in a fixed or removeable connection with the apparatus. An alignment device being operable to align the antenna may be attached to the bracket. The apparatus of the present invention may be arranged or otherwise positioned in accordance with a reference position. Said reference position may be defined as a position that is selected in reference to a reference point, line, or plane of the antenna. The apparatus may retain the antenna in a reference position during alignment of the antenna. | 09-22-2011 |
Edward T.h. Clifford, Deep River CA
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| 20110133055 | MICROSTRUCTURE PHOTOMULTIPLIER ASSEMBLY - The subject invention provides for a novel photomultiplier assembly, termed the Microstructure Photomultiplier Assembly (MPA), which enables the effective conversion of light signals (received at the front of the assembly) into readily-detectable electrical signals. The MPA comprises a photocathode (which converts light into electrons and which is located in front of or on the front surface of the assembly), followed by an electron-multiplying plate, or series of plates, each made from an insulating substrate which does not emit sufficient contaminants to poison the photocathode. Each plate is coated on the front and rear faces with a conductive layer. In addition, the front face of each plate is further coated with a layer of secondary electron-emissive material which, when struck by an incoming electron, can produce secondary electrons. Each plate is perforated with channels (with non-conducting walls) and the number and geometry of these channels is designed to promote the efficient transfer and acceleration of electrons through the channel, under an applied voltage differential across the plate(s). The number of plates placed in series is determined by the desired degree of electron multiplication. At the exit of the last plate, an anode is located to collect the electrons and generate an electrical signal that can be read by conventional electronics. The anode can be a simple anode or can be a position-sensitive anode. The spacing between the photocathode, the electron-multiplying plates, and the anode is selected to promote the efficient transfer and acceleration of electrons across the assembly, as well as to promote the efficient production of secondary electrons. The photocathode, electron-multiplying plate(s) and anode are all contained within a vacuum enclosure. | 06-09-2011 |
Edward Thomas Homfray Clifford, Deep River CA
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| 20110266451 | Fast neutron spectroscopy using neutron-induced charged particle reactions - The invention provides a method of performing fast neutron detection or spectroscopy comprising selecting at least one isotope which exhibits fast neutron-induced charged particle reactions, selecting a host medium capable of performing radiation energy spectroscopy, combining the isotope and host medium into an interactive spectroscopic combination, exposing the combination structure to radiation comprising fast neutrons to provide a spectroscopic output, which includes at least one peak in the pulse-height spectrum whose height and amplitude correlate to the energy and intensity respectively of the incident neutrons; and processing the output to detect or to provide measurements of the energy and intensity of incident fast neutron radiation. The invention also provides a fast neutron spectrometer for use with the method. | 11-03-2011 |
Eoghan Clifford, County Limerick IE
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| 20090152195 | Biofilm reactor - The present invention provides a reactor for the biological processing of fluid such as domestic or industrial waste water or the like, the reactor comprising a plurality of substantially horizontal layers of growth medium stacked one above the other, and having a colonizing biofilm thereon during use, the reactor being arranged to cause the path of flow of the fluid to reverse from one layer to the next, in order to maximize the length of the path of flow for a given footprint of the reactor. | 06-18-2009 |
Gari D. Clifford, Oxford GB
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| 20100137727 | EXTRACTION OF FETAL CARDIAC SIGNALS - A method for processing cardiac signals includes accepting, from a sensor system, a set of one or more signals, the signals including components of a desired cardiac signal and components of a substantially periodic interfering signal. The method is applicable for extraction of desired fetal cardiac signals from signals with interference from the maternal cardiac signal. A periodicity of the interfering signal is determined, and one or more iterations of mitigating an effect of a component of the signals that exhibit periodicity at the determined periodicity of the interfering signal are performed. In some examples, the method further includes determining a periodicity of the desired cardiac signal, and performing one or more iterations of enhancing an effect of a component of the signals that exhibit periodicity at the determined periodicity of the desired cardiac signal. | 06-03-2010 |
Graham Scott Clifford, Ontario CA
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| 20110177732 | COLD WATER SURVIVAL APPARATUS - Apparatus for helping a person survive on a cold body of water includes a suit capable of covering at least a substantial portion of the user's body while allowing the user to move and work out of water. An inflatable raft is provided to hold and support the person on water when the raft has been inflated. The raft in a deflated state is foldable into a compact configuration and is sufficiently light in weight to be carried on a back of the person out of water. There is a raft holder adapted to hold the raft in its compact state and adapted for carrying on the suit. The raft can be tethered to the suit or the raft holder. | 07-21-2011 |
Jason Clifford, Toronto CA
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| 20090305452 | Methods of Making Quantum Dot Films - Optical and optoelectronic devices and methods of making same. Under one aspect, an optical device includes an integrated circuit an array of conductive regions; and an optically sensitive material over at least a portion of the integrated circuit and in electrical communication with at least one conductive region of the array of conductive regions. Under another aspect, a method of forming a nanocrystalline film includes fabricating a plurality of nanocrystals having a plurality of first ligands attached to their outer surfaces; exchanging the first ligands for second ligands of different chemical composition than the first ligands; forming a film of the ligand-exchanged nanocrystals; removing the second ligands; and fusing the cores of adjacent nanocrystals in the film to form an electrical network of fused nanocrystals. Under another aspect, a film includes a network of fused nanocrystals, the nanocrystals having a core and an outer surface, wherein the core of at least a portion of the fused nanocrystals is in direct physical contact and electrical communication with the core of at least one adjacent fused nanocrystal, and wherein the film has substantially no defect states in the regions where the cores of the nanocrystals are fused. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20100133418 | QUANTUM DOT OPTICAL DEVICES WITH ENHANCED GAIN AND SENSITIVITY AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - Optical and optoelectronic devices and methods of making same. Under one aspect, an optical device includes an integrated circuit an array of conductive regions; and an optically sensitive material over at least a portion of the integrated circuit and in electrical communication with at least one conductive region of the array of conductive regions. Under another aspect, a method of forming a nanocrystalline film includes fabricating a plurality of nanocrystals having a plurality of first ligands attached to their outer surfaces; exchanging the first ligands for second ligands of different chemical composition than the first ligands; forming a film of the ligand-exchanged nanocrystals; removing the second ligands; and fusing the cores of adjacent nanocrystals in the film to form an electrical network of fused nanocrystals. Under another aspect, a film includes a network of fused nanocrystals, the nanocrystals having a core and an outer surface, wherein the core of at least a portion of the fused nanocrystals is in direct physical contact and electrical communication with the core of at least one adjacent fused nanocrystal, and wherein the film has substantially no defect states in the regions where the cores of the nanocrystals are fused. | 06-03-2010 |
Jason Paul Clifford, Toronto CA
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| 20100044676 | Photodetectors and Photovoltaics Based on Semiconductor Nanocrystals - A composite material is described. The composite material comprises semiconductor nanocrystals, and organic molecules that passivate the surfaces of the semiconductor nanocrystals. One or more properties of the organic molecules facilitate the transfer of charge between the semiconductor nanocrystals. A semiconductor material is described that comprises p-type semiconductor material including semiconductor nanocrystals. At least one property of the semiconductor material results in a mobility of electrons in the semiconductor material being greater than or equal to a mobility of holes. A semiconductor material is described that comprises n-type semiconductor material including semiconductor nanocrystals. At least one property of the semiconductor material results in a mobility of holes in the semiconductor material being greater than or equal to a mobility of electrons. | 02-25-2010 |
Jeannette Clifford, Winterthur CH
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| 20090214914 | Plant with High-Temperature Fuel Cells and Clamping Device for a Cell Stack - The plant ( | 08-27-2009 |
Jeannette Clifford, Bremgarten CH
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| 20100280167 | IMPACT STRENGTH IMPROVING AGENT FOR EPOXY RESIN COMPOSITIONS - The present invention relates to a butadiene/acrylonitrile copolymer CTBN, modified by epoxy solid resin and terminated by carboxyl groups, the terminal epoxy groups thereof also having optionally been reacted. A polymer of this type is used in particular as an impact strength improving agent in epoxy resin compositions and has proven to be particularly advantageous for gluing on or of metal surfaces. It results in a significant reduction of the infiltration with corrosion, which in turn ensures a long-lived adhesive bond. | 11-04-2010 |
Mike Clifford, Surrey GB
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| 20090022849 | Prebiotic Use of Fruits and Fruit Juices in the Promotion of Beneficial Gut Microflora - The invention concerns the prebiotic effects of dark fruit and their juices such as blackcurrant, cranberry and pomegranate juices. The invention is also directed to the use of the a dark fruit or dark fruit juice for manufacture of an orally ingestable composition to promote health by promoting the growth of beneficial gut microflora. The beverage can be made from one or more dark fruit juices, in combination with other prebiotics and various other ingredients. | 01-22-2009 |
Stephen Clifford, Bremgarten CH
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| 20100032188 | ELECTRIC INSULATOR AND USE THEREOF - An electric insulator including an electric insulation and a semiconducting layer forming on an outermost surface of the insulator that faces the environment surrounding the electric insulator. The semiconducting layer includes a polymer matrix. Particles of a material confer a semiconducting character to the layer. The particles are dispersed in the matrix. The particles include nanostructures. | 02-11-2010 |
| 20100201472 | DRY-TYPE TRANSFORMER WITH A POLYMER SHIELD CASE AND A METHOD OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - The invention is directed to a transformer and a method of manufacturing the same, wherein at least a portion of a core is disposed inside a shield case formed from a polymeric resin composition containing conductive particles. An encasement comprising a dielectric resin encapsulates the shield case. An electrical conductor is electrically connected to the shield case and is accessible from the exterior of the encasement. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100227158 | SURFACE MODIFIED ELECTRICAL INSULATION SYSTEM WITH IMPROVED TRACKING AND EROSION RESISTANCE - Surface modified electrical insulation system including a hardened or cured synthetic polymer composition including at least one filler, wherein the surface of said synthetic polymer composition is modified by being coated with a thin coating. The thin coating is applied by a plasma enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) with a thickness within the range of about 50 nanometer to about 50 μm; and/or a by a sol-gel technique with a thickness within the range of about 0.5 micron to about 1 mm. The thin coat is an electrically non-conductive polymeric material having a melting point which is distinctly higher than the melting point or degradation temperature of the synthetic filler containing polymer composition. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100227951 | POLYMER CONCRETE ELECTRICAL INSULATION - Polymer concrete electrical insulation including a hardened epoxy resin composition filled with an electrically non-conductive inorganic filler compositions. The polymer concrete electrical insulation system optionally may contain additives. The epoxy resin composition is based on a cycloaliphatic epoxy resin. The inorganic filler composition can be present within the range of about 76% by weight to about 86% by weight, calculated to the total weight of the polymer concrete electrical insulation system. The inorganic filler composition includes a uniform mixture of (i) an inorganic filler with an average grain size within the range of 1 micron (μm) to 100 micron (μm) [component c(i)], and (ii) an inorganic filler with an average grain size within the range of 0.1 mm (100 micron) to 2 mm [component c(ii)]. The inorganic filler with an average grain size within the range of 1 micron (μm) to 100 micron (μm) [component c(i)] can be present in an amount within the range of 22% to 42%, calculated to the total weight of the polymer concrete electrical insulation system; and (e) the inorganic filler with an average grain size within the range of 0.1 mm to 2 mm [component c(ii)] is present within the range of 41% to 61% by weight, calculated to the total weight of the polymer concrete electrical insulation; and method of producing said electrical insulation. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20110027532 | SURFACE MODIFIED ELECTRICAL INSULATION SYSTEM - A surface modified electrical insulation system having a super hydrophobic surface, the insulation system having a hardened or cured synthetic polymer composition which contains at least one filler material and optionally further additives. The at least one filler material can be selected from a group of filler materials containing inorganic oxides, inorganic hydroxides and inorganic oxyhydroxides. The surface of the electrical insulation system can be formed as a structured surface with micro-scale and nano-scale features, whereby the surface is covered with a liquid hydrophobic compound. | 02-03-2011 |