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Charles Crain, Colorado Springs, CO US
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| 20090139844 | TUNABLE ELECTRICAL TRANSIENT GENERATOR FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC PULSER - A dielectric insulated mechanical switch is coupled to a capacitive energy storage arrangement and a pulse forming network. The dielectric insulated mechanical switch is immersed in a dielectric substance. A controller is coupled to the dielectric insulated mechanical switch. The controller is programmed to selectively open and close the dielectric insulated mechanical switch so as to supply energy stored in the capacitive energy storage device to the pulse forming network and thereby form a high voltage energy pulse. | 06-04-2009 |
Charles R. Crain, Colorado Springs, CO US
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| 20090058426 | Electromagnetic shielding defect monitoring system and method for using the same - An embodiment disclosed herein is directed to a method of monitoring an electromagnetic shield effectiveness comprising transmitting a first electromagnetic field toward a first surface of an electromagnetic shield, detecting a second electromagnetic field transmitted from a second surface of the electromagnetic shield, generating a first signal corresponding to the second electromagnetic field and determining whether a defect exists at the electromagnetic shield by comparing the first signal to a predetermined threshold. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20100007356 | ELECTROMAGNETIC SHIELDING DEFECT MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING THE SAME - An embodiment disclosed herein is directed to a method of monitoring an electromagnetic shield effectiveness comprising transmitting a first electromagnetic field toward a first surface of an electromagnetic shield, detecting a second electromagnetic field transmitted from a second surface of the electromagnetic shield, generating a first signal corresponding to the second electromagnetic field and determining whether a defect exists at the electromagnetic shield by comparing the first signal to a predetermined threshold. | 01-14-2010 |
Chris Crain, Jasper, IN US
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| 20080273415 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING CONCRETE - Apparatus and methods produce substantially continuous batches of high-strength concrete. Portland cement, flyash, sand, water, and concrete chemical additives are premixed in a multi-stage process, prior to final mixing with the coarse aggregates. In sequence, the complete mixing process includes: 1) a twin-shaft compulsory mixer to blend the materials, then disposing the mixture into; 2) a horizontal screw conveyor, continuously mixing as the mixture passes through the housing, thereby disposed simultaneously with the coarse aggregates into; and 3) the mixer concrete delivery truck, wherein the concrete is mixed further. | 11-06-2008 |
Christopher Crain, Belleville, MI US
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| 20100229473 | Pneumatic Tower Design - A telescopic support tower has a plurality of tubes nested or stacked with one another. A base is coupled with the outermost tube to stand the plurality of tubes transverse to the base. A mechanism is provided in the base to enable access to an interior space of the plurality of tubes. The mechanism is coupled with a source of compressed air. A plurality of seals, at least two, are positioned on each of the adjacent tubes to seal the tubes with respect to one another. The plurality of seals enables sealed sliding movements of the tubes with respect to one another. At least one first clamp is provided to prohibit movement of selected tubes of the plurality of tubes such that only one tube of the plurality of tubes is enabled to telescope at a time. At least one second clamp fixes the selected telescoping tube to an adjacent tube of the plurality of tubes. | 09-16-2010 |
J. Adam Crain, Durham, NC US
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| 20100145532 | DISTRIBUTED HYBRID RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER PLANT AND METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPTUER READABLE MEDIA FOR CONTROLLING A DISTRIBUTED HYBRID RENEWABLE ENERGY POWER PLANT - The subject matter described herein includes a distributed hybrid renewable energy power plant. One exemplary hybrid renewable energy power plant includes a plurality of renewable energy power generation sources that are distributed over a geographic area. A plurality of grid interface boxes connect each of the renewable energy power generation sources to a power distribution grid, measure power output by each of the renewable energy power generation sources, and regulate power delivered to the grid by each of the renewable energy power generation sources. A plant front end communicates with the grid interface boxes, determines a total output power available from the renewable energy power generation sources based on instantaneous power available from each of the renewable energy power generation sources, determines a statistical availability of the total output power based on weather and other conditions affecting power output from the renewable energy power generation sources, and outputs the total output power and the statistical availability to an energy management system. | 06-10-2010 |
James Crain, Wildwood, MO US
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| 20080310674 | SEED SORTER - The present disclosure provides systems and methods for sorting seeds based on identified phenotypes of the seeds. In various embodiments, the system includes an optics and controller station structured and operable to collect image data of a top portion, a bottom portion and a plurality of side portions of each respective seed in a set of seeds, and to analyze the collected image data to determine whether each seed exhibits a desired phenotype. The system further includes a seed loading, transporting and sorting station structured and operable to singulate each seed of the set of seeds from a plurality of seeds in a bulk seed hopper, transport the set of seeds to the optics and controller station, and selectively sort each seed to a respective one of a plurality of seed repositories based on whether each respective seed exhibits the desired phenotype. | 12-18-2008 |
James H. Crain, Eureka, MO US
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| 20110320229 | AGRONOMIC OPTIMIZATION BASED ON STATISTICAL MODELS - Generating a crop prescription using a computer coupled to a memory area includes receiving yield data for a plurality of crop population trials, wherein each trial is varied by at least one of a hybrid line, a population density, and a row spacing. At least one statistical model is generated based on the yield data to obtain a plurality of coefficients, which are stored in the memory area. A predicted yield for at least one selected hybrid line is determined based on the coefficients and a selected row spacing, and a predicted profit is determined for the at least one selected hybrid line based on the coefficients and the selected row spacing. A crop prescription is presented that includes a recommended hybrid line and population density for use by a grower. | 12-29-2011 |
John A. Crain, Durham, NC US
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| 20090126774 | METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIA FOR CONTROLLING ORIENTATION OF A PHOTOVOLTAIC COLLECTION SYSTEM TO TRACK APPARENT MOVEMENT OF THE SUN - The subject matter described herein includes methods, systems, and computer readable media for controlling orientation of a photovoltaic collection system to track apparent movement of the sun. According to one aspect, a method for controlling orientation of a photovoltaic collection system to track apparent movement of the sun using a photovoltaic-collection-system-derived tracking algorithm is provided. The method includes determining an initial orientation of a photovoltaic collection system. The method further includes automatically deriving, using output from the photovoltaic collection system as it tracks apparent movement of the sun across the sky caused by spinning of the earth on its axis and its orbit around the sun, a tracking algorithm for controlling orientation of the photovoltaic collection system to track the apparent movement of the sun. The method further includes controlling orientation of the photovoltaic collection system to track apparent movement of the sun using the photovoltaic-collection-system-derived tracking algorithm. | 05-21-2009 |
John M. Crain, Washington, DC US
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| 20110042813 | PRINTED ELECTRONICS - Printed electronic device comprising a substrate onto at least one surface of which has been applied a layer of an electrically conductive ink comprising functionalized graphene sheets and at least one binder. A method of preparing printed electronic devices is further disclosed. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110049437 | COATINGS CONTAINING FUNCTIONALIZED GRAPHENE SHEETS AND ARTICLES COATED THEREWITH - Coatings comprising functionalized graphene sheets and at least one binder. In one embodiment, the coatings are electrically conductive. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110114189 | Fuel System Components - Fuel system components comprising polymer compositions containing functionalized graphene sheets. The components are formed from the polymer compositions or are coated with the polymer composition. | 05-19-2011 |
Jonathan M. Crain, Kyle, TX US
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| 20100287617 | METHOD FOR COMMUNICATION SECURITY AND APPARATUS THEREFOR - A FireNet security system in which trustworthy networks, called BlackNets, each comprising One (1) or more client computers, are protected by FireBreaks against attacks from untrustworthy networks, called RedNets. All incoming transactions from the RedNet are examined by the FireBreak to determine if they violate any of a plurality of protection rules stored in a local protection rules database. Any transaction found to be in violation is discarded. Valid transactions are forwarded to the BlackNet. If an otherwise valid transaction is found to be suspicious, the FireBreak will forward to a FireNet Server relevant information relating to that transaction. If the FireNet Server verifies that the transaction is indeed part of an attack, the FireNet Server will create new protection rules suitable to defend against the newly identified source or strategy of attack. Periodically, all FireBreaks in the FireNet system will transfer, directly or indirectly, all new rules. | 11-11-2010 |
Kenneth H. Crain, Irving, TX US
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| 20090063989 | Methods and Devices for Reconstructing Visual Stimuli Observed Through Browser-Based Interfaces Over Time - In one embodiment, the invention allows an operator to identify a specific article of online-content to be reconstructed and displayed, and specify a duration of time to be used when graphically representing what areas of the visual stimuli were actually visible to the user. First, the operator selects an article of online-content based on its original network address, or from a substitute name from a database that contains a record of all online-content visited by the original user. Next, the operator enters a specific duration of time to reconstruct, preferably by using slider-bar, a timeline equal to duration, preferably the maximum duration, that the online content was visible to the original user. Next, the user selects from various compositions that can be used to represent the visual stimuli as it was originally displayed to the user. Finally, the original visual stimuli displayed to the user is recreated based on the article of online content and period of time specified, using the selected form of composition. In yet another embodiment, the invention is a method for retrieving multiple instances of an article of online content from a database of previously recorded content. In yet a further embodiment, the invention is a method for reconstructing visual stimuli as originally displayed to a user as one form of composition. Still another embodiment of the invention is a method for reconstructing a field of visual stimuli that could be observed by a user as one form of composition. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20100306661 | METHODS AND DEVICES FOR RECORDING CHANGES IN VISUAL STIMULI OBSERVED THROUGH BROWSER-BASED INTERFACES - The invention provides methods and devices that address problems encountered when attempting to accurately reconstruct visual stimuli being displayed to a user as they interact with online-content, typically through a browser interface. In one embodiment, the invention provides for the browser to maintain a record of selected technical parameters and relevant data that may impact the manner in which online-content is being displayed to the user, taking into consideration the current context in which the browser is being operated. In another embodiment, the invention is a device for recording events as reported from a browser interface. The events are recorded in a selected format and syntax to form a primary index of events and related outcomes which comprise the user's interface experience. In operation, the devices detect events as detected at the browser interface. Next, the devices identify, categorize, and filter detected events as to their relevance to the visual stimuli being presented to the user. The devices then assign a unique identifier, preferably in the form of an alphanumeric string, to each relevant event. Furthermore, the devices record selected events into a log (along with their categorization), a unique identifier, and the time in which the event occurred. Yet another embodiment are devices that record changes in parameters that may impact the visual stimuli. | 12-02-2010 |
Lance D. Crain, Fremont, CA US
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| 20080264225 | UNDERCUT SAW - An undercut saw including a housing, a motor within said housing, a drive shaft rotated by said motor, and a blade mount mechanically linked to said shaft such that a circular saw blade mounted on said mount is rotated when the motor rotates the drive shaft. A fixed blade guard circumscribes a portion of the blade and allows selectable height adjustment of the blade. A stabilization bar on the fixed blade guard may be extended to make the device more stable. On the underside of the fixed blade guard a dust channel allows dust to be swept by the rotating blade into a dust port. The dust channel allows positioning of the dust port away from the leading edges of the fixed blade guard. | 10-30-2008 |
Levi J. Crain, Lacey, WA US
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| 20090187439 | COMMISSION TRACKING WEB SERVICES - Web services allow a real estate professional to create tracking services to monitor commission transactions, expense transactions, performance goals, taxes, and so on. Using an Internet client, the real estate professional creates a tracking service by accessing a server across a network. The tracking service allows the real estate professional to add, edit, and delete commission transactions associated with clients and various pieces of property. Expenses can also be tracked to allow the real estate professional to better understand revenue and costs connected with the revenue. | 07-23-2009 |
Mark Crain, Georgetown, IN US
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| 20090188325 | MEMS Capacitive Bending and Axial Strain Sensor - A three-dimensional micro-electro-mechanical-systems (MEMS) capacitive bending and axial strain sensor capacitor is described. Two independent comb structures, incorporating suspended polysilicon interdigitated fingers, are fabricated simultaneously on a substrate that can displace independently of each other while attached to a substrate undergoing bending or axial deformation. A change in spacing between the interdigitated fingers will output a change in capacitance of the sensor and is the primary mode of operation of the device. On the bottom and to the end of each comb structure, a glass pad is attached to the comb structure to allow for ample surface area for affixing the sensor to a substrate. During fabrication, tethers are used to connect each comb structure to maintain equal spacing between the fingers before attachment to the substrate. After attachment, the tethers are broken to allow independent movement of each comb structure. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20100120167 | Micro scale flow through sorbent plate collection device - In the invention, a collection device includes a flow through micro scale plate arranged to collect analyte. The plate includes holes, and sorbent coating on contact surfaces of the plate. The holes pass analyte fluid flow, for example analyte vapor so that fluid flow for collection may be generally perpendicular to the sorbent plate. Preferred embodiment plates include an integrated heater trace. In preferred embodiments, a high substantially perpendicular flow is used for collection and concentration, and during desorption and delivery a low substantially parallel flow is used. The low flow is selected to meet constraints of a detector system. | 05-13-2010 |
Mark M. Crain, Georgetown, IN US
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| 20110155575 | CAPILLARY ELECTROPHORESIS SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An embodiment of the invention is directed to a capillary electrophoresis apparatus comprising a plurality of separation micro-channels. A sample loading channel communicates with each of the plurality of separation channels. A driver circuit comprising a plurality of electrodes is configured to induce an electric field across each of the plurality of separation channels sufficient to cause analytes in the samples to migrate along each of the channels. The system further comprises a plurality of detectors configured to detect the analytes. | 06-30-2011 |
Michael Crain, Essex, CT US
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| 20110159048 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING DISTRESS DYSFUNCTION AND ENHANCING SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF SPECIFIC MEDICATIONS - The present invention relates to methods and compositions for reducing Distress Dysfunction by restoring and maintaining homeostatic balance in the neurotransmitter systems underlying the Stress Response and the experience of distress and hedonic tone. Distress Dysfunction refers to the experience of dysfunctional emotional and physical distress that interferes with the individual's quality of life and functioning. A novel understanding of the bimodal opioid modulation of pain, and its impact, through serotonergic, dopaminergic, epinephrinergic, and norepinephrinergic processes, on hedonic tone, leads directly to new generation pharmaceutical formulations that are remarkably safe and effective for the treatment of a wide variety of Distress Dysfunctions, including anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, mood disorders, eating disorders, sexual problems, pain, substance and behavioral addictions, gastrointestinal disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorders, and other emotional and physical distress disorders. The foundation of this discovery is the power of Receptor Switchers, such as ultra-low-dose and very-low-dose opioid antagonists and GM1 ganglioside attenuators, in blocking acute and protracted excitatory opioid receptor signaling. Co-administration of Receptor Switchers with Endorphin Enhancers, such as specific cAMP PDE inhibitors and excitatory amino acids, is an excellent formulation for restoring healthy homeostatic balance to the endogenous opioid system, using the body's endorphins to reduce emotional and physical distress, and through synergistic and homeostatic processes, restoring positive hedonic tone. The addition of Synergistic Enhancers, such as amino acids, SSRI and SNRI agents, and non-opioid analgesics, as well as Exogenous Opioids, enhances and prolongs these therapeutic benefits. The novel principles discovered by this invention also teach a new generation of safe and effective formulations for the treatment of respiratory conditions, neuropathy, and nociceptive pain. | 06-30-2011 |
Orville V. Crain, Muskegon, MI US
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| 20100263219 | TOOL WITH ERGONOMIC HANDLE AND REPLACEABLE CUTTER HEAD - A tool includes an elongated handle with an end recess and a side notch for latching, and a plurality of different replaceable heads. Each replaceable head includes an elongated rectangular section shaped to fit stably into the recess for providing torsional and lateral support, an operative end, and a latch releasably engaging the side notch to retain the head in the recess. The different heads can include different operative ends with structure for providing different operative functions, such as a head with oppositely-positioned partially-shielded blade tips and/or with different blade throat sizes, a head with pizza-cutting wheel, a head with hammer or wrench feature, and the like. | 10-21-2010 |
Robert Crain, O'Fallon, IL US
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| 20090289152 | Device and Method for Suspending Telecommunication and Power Cables - The present invention relates to devices and methods for suspending telecommunication cables, power cables, and other items within a building. According to certain non-limiting embodiments of the present invention, devices for supporting an article are provided. The article may be, for example, one or more telecommunication and/or power cables. According to certain embodiments, the devices comprise a support arm that is adapted to support the article. The support arm is preferably reversibly and adjustably connected to a vertical support. As described herein, the vertical support rests substantially adjacent to a first side of a wall. The apparatus further comprises a horizontal support, which makes contact with at least a portion of the top side of the wall. This horizontal support is, preferably, connected to or integrally formed with the vertical support. In certain embodiments, the devices further comprise a second vertical support, which rests substantially adjacent to a second side of the wall, i.e., the other side of the wall. The second vertical support may be connected to or integrally formed with the horizontal support. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20100320334 | Device and Method for Mechanically Bonding & Grounding Painted Cable Trays - A suspension tray is provided that is adapted to hold a plurality of cables and/or wires that includes a device for electrically bonding and grounding the tray. The tray comprises a series of spokes forming a wire mesh support on which the cables and/or wires are placed. The device (which serves to electrically bond and ground the tray) comprises a plurality of conductive elements affixed to the wire mesh support. Each conductive element may comprise two side portions and a middle portion. The two side portions are preferably sealed with a paint composition and the middle portion comprises a conductive surface that is capable of electrically bonding and grounding the tray. | 12-23-2010 |
Robert Nelson Crain, Hooksett, NH US
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| 20120003445 | Method For Producing A Porcelain Enamel Logo On A Porcelain Enamel Background On A Grill Component With Preselected Colors - A method of forming a porcelain enamel article includes firing a porcelain enamel base over a metal substrate at a first temperature. A porcelain enamel cover coat can be fired over the base at a second temperature that is lower than the first temperature. The fired cover coat forms a preselected background color. A decal applied over the cover coat can be fired at a third temperature that is lower than the second temperature. The decal has a predetermined pattern on a carrier and has at least one open region. The carrier burns off and the predetermined pattern of the decal can form a porcelain enamel image fixed to the cover coat. The porcelain enamel image can have more than one color and the at least one open region can allow the preselected background color of the cover coat to show through and be incorporated into the image to form an identical color match in the image and the cover coat. | 01-05-2012 |
Roger John Crain, Potomac, MD US
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| 20110192060 | FOOTWEAR CONSTRUCTION ELIMINATING THE USE OF A FOXING OR A FOXING-LIKE BAND - Embodiments of the present invention provide a footwear construction and method of constructing footwear that may include an outsole having a sidewall that defines a perimeter of the outsole. The footwear construction may also include an upper coupled to the sidewall around the perimeter of the outsole, wherein the sidewall overlaps the upper by less than the critical distance for at least 60% of the perimeter of the outsole. | 08-11-2011 |
Stanley M. Crain, State College, PA US
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| 20100015147 | Methods for increasing analgesic potency and attenuating adverse excitatory effects of bimodally-acting opioid agonists by inhibiting GM1-ganglioside - The present invention provides a method for increasing analgesic potency of a bimodally-acting opioid agonist in a subject, by inhibiting GM1-ganglioside in nociceptive neurons. The present invention further provides a method for treating pain in a subject in need of treatment thereof. Also provided in the present invention is a method for treating chronic pain in a subject in need of treatment thereof. Additionally, the present invention provides a method for treating tolerance to or an addiction to a bimodally-acting opioid agonist in a subject in need of treatment thereof. Finally, the present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition of analgesic agents and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier. | 01-21-2010 |
| 20100203084 | METHOD FOR TREATING PAIN OR OPIOID DEPENDENCE USING A SPECIFIC TYPE OF NON-OPIOID AGENT IN COMBINATION WITH A SELECTIVE EXCITATORY-OPIOID-RECEPTOR INACTIVATOR - The present invention provides a method for treating pain in a subject in need of treatment, by administering to the subject a non-opioid agent in combination with a selective excitatory-opioid-receptor inactivator, in amounts effective to treat pain in the subject. Also disclosed is a method for treating opioid-withdrawal effects in a subject in need of treatment, by the administration to the subject of a non-opioid agent in combination with a selective excitatory-opioid-receptor inactivator, in amounts effective to treat opioid-withdrawal effects in the subject. Finally, the present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a non-opioid agent and a selective excitatory-opioid-receptor inactivator, and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20110159048 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING DISTRESS DYSFUNCTION AND ENHANCING SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF SPECIFIC MEDICATIONS - The present invention relates to methods and compositions for reducing Distress Dysfunction by restoring and maintaining homeostatic balance in the neurotransmitter systems underlying the Stress Response and the experience of distress and hedonic tone. Distress Dysfunction refers to the experience of dysfunctional emotional and physical distress that interferes with the individual's quality of life and functioning. A novel understanding of the bimodal opioid modulation of pain, and its impact, through serotonergic, dopaminergic, epinephrinergic, and norepinephrinergic processes, on hedonic tone, leads directly to new generation pharmaceutical formulations that are remarkably safe and effective for the treatment of a wide variety of Distress Dysfunctions, including anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, mood disorders, eating disorders, sexual problems, pain, substance and behavioral addictions, gastrointestinal disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorders, and other emotional and physical distress disorders. The foundation of this discovery is the power of Receptor Switchers, such as ultra-low-dose and very-low-dose opioid antagonists and GM1 ganglioside attenuators, in blocking acute and protracted excitatory opioid receptor signaling. Co-administration of Receptor Switchers with Endorphin Enhancers, such as specific cAMP PDE inhibitors and excitatory amino acids, is an excellent formulation for restoring healthy homeostatic balance to the endogenous opioid system, using the body's endorphins to reduce emotional and physical distress, and through synergistic and homeostatic processes, restoring positive hedonic tone. The addition of Synergistic Enhancers, such as amino acids, SSRI and SNRI agents, and non-opioid analgesics, as well as Exogenous Opioids, enhances and prolongs these therapeutic benefits. The novel principles discovered by this invention also teach a new generation of safe and effective formulations for the treatment of respiratory conditions, neuropathy, and nociceptive pain. | 06-30-2011 |
Stephan Crain, Carrboro, NC US
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| 20120041606 | Central Irrigation Control System - In one embodiment of the present invention, irrigation software is provided for an irrigation system. The irrigation software may include a hierarchical watering plan display, water pump adjustment, water pump efficiency profile use, a soil moisture interface, a historical flow interface, a demand ET interface, an instant program interface, an instant program interface, a manual irrigation interface, a precipitation management group interface, a rain schedule adjustment algorithm, a map-to-monitor button, a universal start time shift interface, and a conditional screen saver. | 02-16-2012 |
Stephen Crain, Duncan, OK US
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| 20080271927 | Safe and Accurate Method of Chemical Inventory Management on Location - The present invention provides a method of measuring an amount of a substance depleted from a storage unit, including the steps of: supporting the storage unit on a vehicle, measuring a first weight of the storage unit and any liquid substance contained in the storage unit, allowing a quantity of the liquid substance to be discharged from the storage unit, measuring a second weight of the storage unit and any liquid substance contained in the storage unit, and determining the amount of liquid substance discharged or allowed to be discharged from the storage unit based on the first weight measurement and the second weight measurement. | 11-06-2008 |
| 20090107734 | Sensor for Metering by Weight Loss - Systems and methods for transporting and/or sensing mass of industrially useful material to identify inventory, mass or volumetric delivery rates. A load measuring apparatus comprising a framework and at least one load sensors coupled to the framework is disclosed. The load sensor senses a load applied to the framework. | 04-30-2009 |
Stephen Franklin Crain, Duncan, OK US
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| 20090252616 | Variable Rate Pumping System - A pumping system comprising a motor, wherein the motor has an operating speed, a pump coupled to the motor, wherein the pump has a volumetric displacement, a fluid end coupled to the pump, wherein the fluid end is operable to draw fluid from an input and provide fluid to an output, and a control system operable to regulate the motor and the pump in order to provide fluid to the output at a selected pressure and flow rate within a continuous range of pressures and flow rates between the peak horsepower output and peak torque output of the motor. | 10-08-2009 |
Stephen G. Crain, Hudson, WI US
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| 20100133942 | Permanent Magnet Arrangement for Generator Rotor - An electric generator rotor having one or more permanent magnets coupled thereon. The permanent magnets provide a constant magnetic field in the rotor at all times, therein minimizing the effect of rotor residual magnetism on the start-up characteristics of the electric generator. The type and placement of the one or more permanent magnets on the rotor and/or magnetic field confinement techniques may be utilized to control spatial distribution of magnetic field within the rotor. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100314182 | ELECTRIC VEHICLE - A utility vehicle is disclosed having an electric drive. The drivetrain is comprised of batteries, a motor, a transaxle driven by the motor, a rear differential driven by the transaxle, and a prop shaft which is driven by the transaxle and drives a front differential. The batteries are provided in two groups and are supported on the frame of the vehicle. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100314184 | ELECTRIC VEHICLE - A utility vehicle is disclosed having an electric drive. The drivetrain is comprised of batteries, a motor, a transaxle driven by the motor, a rear differential driven by the transaxle, and a prop shaft which is driven by the transaxle and drives a front differential. The batteries are provided in two groups and are supported on the frame of the vehicle. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20100317484 | ELECTRIC VEHICLE - A utility vehicle is disclosed having an electric drive. The drivetrain is comprised of batteries, a motor, a transaxle driven by the motor, a rear differential driven by the transaxle, and a prop shaft which is driven by the transaxle and drives a front differential. The batteries are provided in two groups and are supported on the frame of the vehicle. | 12-16-2010 |
Steve Crain, Duncan, OK US
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| 20100257945 | Apparatus and Methods for Managing Equipment Stability - Apparatus and methods for determining the instability of equipment by measuring the reaction forces at different points at the base of the equipment are disclosed. A plurality of load sensors are symmetrically arranged at the base of the equipment. A Cartesian coordinate system is then imposed on the base of the equipment with the center of the base being the origin of the Cartesian coordinate system. The X-axis and the Y-axis of the Cartesian coordinate system are arranged to define a plane corresponding to the base of the equipment. Each load sensor is then designated with Cartesian coordinates and the reaction force at each load sensor is determined. An overall instability factor for the equipment is then determined from the Cartesian coordinates of each load sensor and the reaction force at that load sensor. | 10-14-2010 |
| 20100282520 | System and Methods for Monitoring Multiple Storage Units - System and methods for determining the amount of materials contained in individual storage units in a storage device with multiple storage units are disclosed. A weight change of the storage device is detected and the position of the weight change is determined. The weight change is then attributed to a storage unit corresponding to the position of the weight change. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20110138892 | Methods and Systems for Determining Process Variables Using Location of Center of Gravity - Methods and systems for using force measurements to determine the amount of material in a container and/or the rate at which material is discharged from a container are disclosed. A container for storing a desired material is positioned so that the center of gravity of the container shifts horizontally with changes in level of the material in the container. A plurality of load sensors are symmetrically arranged at a base of the container and are used to monitor the amount of materials in the container. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110174551 | Weighing Assembly for Material Storage Units - Methods and systems for accurate measurement of forces to determine the amount of materials in a container are disclosed. A weighing assembly is disclosed which includes a base plate, a plurality of bearing plates coupled to the base plate and a plurality of load sensors. Each of the plurality of load sensors is coupled to one of the plurality of bearing plates. A mounting block is symmetrically supported by the plurality of load sensors and a current measurement device measures a sum of currents output from the plurality of load sensors. | 07-21-2011 |
Steven Crain, State College, PA US
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| 20110159048 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING DISTRESS DYSFUNCTION AND ENHANCING SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF SPECIFIC MEDICATIONS - The present invention relates to methods and compositions for reducing Distress Dysfunction by restoring and maintaining homeostatic balance in the neurotransmitter systems underlying the Stress Response and the experience of distress and hedonic tone. Distress Dysfunction refers to the experience of dysfunctional emotional and physical distress that interferes with the individual's quality of life and functioning. A novel understanding of the bimodal opioid modulation of pain, and its impact, through serotonergic, dopaminergic, epinephrinergic, and norepinephrinergic processes, on hedonic tone, leads directly to new generation pharmaceutical formulations that are remarkably safe and effective for the treatment of a wide variety of Distress Dysfunctions, including anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, mood disorders, eating disorders, sexual problems, pain, substance and behavioral addictions, gastrointestinal disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorders, and other emotional and physical distress disorders. The foundation of this discovery is the power of Receptor Switchers, such as ultra-low-dose and very-low-dose opioid antagonists and GM1 ganglioside attenuators, in blocking acute and protracted excitatory opioid receptor signaling. Co-administration of Receptor Switchers with Endorphin Enhancers, such as specific cAMP PDE inhibitors and excitatory amino acids, is an excellent formulation for restoring healthy homeostatic balance to the endogenous opioid system, using the body's endorphins to reduce emotional and physical distress, and through synergistic and homeostatic processes, restoring positive hedonic tone. The addition of Synergistic Enhancers, such as amino acids, SSRI and SNRI agents, and non-opioid analgesics, as well as Exogenous Opioids, enhances and prolongs these therapeutic benefits. The novel principles discovered by this invention also teach a new generation of safe and effective formulations for the treatment of respiratory conditions, neuropathy, and nociceptive pain. | 06-30-2011 |
Steven P. Crain, Midland, MI US
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| 20100087560 | POLYISOCYANURATE FOAM FOR ROOF STRUCTURES - Prepare a polyisocyanurate insulating foam that achieves a Class A rating in ASTM E108-05 testing with either EPDM or TPO membranes at a slope of 1.27 centimeters and achieves at least a grade 2 designation in ASTM method C-1289 compressive strength testing with a foamable mixture containing (a) 100 parts by weight polyol; (b) 2-9 parts by weight potassium and/or sodium carboxylate salts; (c) 0.05-0.45 parts by weight of one or more quaternary amine; (d) zero to 0.4 parts by weight of an additional catalyst selected from secondary amine, tertiary amine, tin and/or iron catalyst; (e) optionally a solvent; (f) an isocyanate containing compound; and (g) a blowing agent; wherein the molar ratio of (b) to (c) is in a range of 17:1 to 100:1. | 04-08-2010 |
| 20110086217 | SPRAY POLYURETHANE FOAM FOR NON-COVERED AND NON-COATED USE IN STRUCTURAL APPLICATIONS - A structure can be prepared comprising a substrate, such as a wall, ceiling or floor, and, as a non-covered layer applied thereon, a spray polyurethane foam. The foam formulation used to prepare the spray polyurethane foam includes a polyol component having a functionality equal to or greater than 2.1, an isocyanate component having a functionality equal to or greater than 2.7, an aromatic bromine-containing flame retardant agent, a phosphorus-containing flame retardant agent and a blowing agent. The structure containing the spray polyurethane foam is capable of passing the International Code Council Evaluation Service's Acceptance Criteria 377 Appendix X test without covering the spray polyurethane foam or coating the spray polyurethane foam with an intumescing coating, and therefore can be particularly useful in attics, crawl spaces, and other areas in which the foam would be exposed. | 04-14-2011 |
Thomas Crain, Melissa, TX US
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| 20090025977 | REMOVABLE CABLE GLAND - A removable cable gland includes a two-piece fitting which may be laterally assembled over a cable, as opposed to a cable being fed through an opening in the fitting. A two-piece compression nut may also be laterally assembled over the cable. The two pieces of the compression nut are slid together along a longitudinal direction of the cable by a tongue and groove arrangement. The two pieces of the fitting are plugged together in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the cable. Once first threads of the fitting are engaged to second threads of the compression nut, the two-piece fitting is locked together by the surrounding compression nut. Simultaneously, the two-piece compression nut is locked together, such that the tongue may not slide longitudinally relative to the groove, due to the first and second thread engagement. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20110038581 | SHUTTER FOR A FIBER OPTIC COMPONENT AND A FIBER OPTIC COMPONENT INCLUDING THE SHUTTER - A fiber optic component includes a body having at least one receptacle configured to receive a fiber optic connector, a shutter base mounted to the body at a mounting location adjacent to the at least one receptacle, and a first shutter connected to the shutter base by a first hinge. The first shutter, first hinge and shutter base are unitarily formed, and the first shutter is shiftable from a first position biased against the body and covering the at least one receptacle to a second position biased to an angularly spaced position relative to the first position. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110038589 | FIBER MANAGEMENT COMPONENT - A fiber management device includes a first member having a floor, a first end, a second end and first and second sides, the first end including at least one holder for securing at least one optical fiber adapter to the first member, the second end including a frame holding a plurality of fiber optic connectors, the first side and second sides including first and second fiber guide structures. A first optical fiber connector is in the at least one holder, and includes a first plurality of optical fibers forming a first loop on the floor that contacts the first fiber guide structure and the second fiber guide structure. A second member includes a housing releasably connected to the first member and defining with the first member an enclosure for the first loop. | 02-17-2011 |
Thomas M. Crain, Drummonds, TN US
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| 20120091687 | FOOT PEG FOR STRADDLE-TYPE VEHICLE - An apparatus for supporting an operator's foot riding a straddle-type vehicle. The apparatus includes a foot peg having a first portion connected to the vehicle and arranged for engaging a forward portion of the operator's foot adjacent to or including the ball of the foot. The apparatus also includes a second portion extending rearwardly of the first portion and arranged for engaging a rearward portion of the operator's foot adjacent to or including the heel during flexion of an ankle of the operator. | 04-19-2012 |
Tim Crain, Taylor Lake Village, TX US
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| 20110172950 | INTEGRATED RATE ISOLATION SENSOR - In one embodiment, a system for providing fault-tolerant inertial measurement data includes a sensor for measuring an inertial parameter and a processor. The sensor has less accuracy than a typical inertial measurement unit (IMU). The processor detects whether a difference exists between a first data stream received from a first inertial measurement unit and a second data stream received from a second inertial measurement unit. Upon detecting a difference, the processor determines whether at least one of the first or second inertial measurement units has failed by comparing each of the first and second data streams to the inertial parameter. | 07-14-2011 |
Tony Crain, Niotaze, KS US
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| 20100029872 | ACIDIC ACTIVATOR-SUPPORTS AND CATALYSTS FOR OLEFIN POLYMERIZATION - This invention relates to the field of olefin polymerization catalyst compositions, and methods for the polymerization and copolymerization of olefins, typically using a supported catalyst composition. In one aspect, this invention encompasses precontacting a metallocene with an olefin or alkyne monomer and an organoaluminum compound, prior to contacting this mixture with the acidic activator-support. | 02-04-2010 |
Tony R. Crain, Niotaze, KS US
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|---|---|---|
| 20080287721 | CATALYSTS FOR OLEFIN POLYMERIZATION - This invention relates to the field of olefin polymerization catalyst compositions, and methods for the polymerization and copolymerization of olefins, typically using a supported catalyst composition. In one aspect, this invention encompasses precontacting a metallocene with a borinic acid or boronic acid prior to contacting this mixture with the acidic activator-support and an organoaluminum compound. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20090088537 | Polymerization catalysts for producing polymers with high comonomer incorporation - The present techniques relate to catalyst compositions, methods, and polymers encompassing a Group 4 metallocene compound comprising bridged η | 04-02-2009 |
| 20100041842 | DUAL METALLOCENE CATALYSTS FOR POLYMERIZATION OF BIMODAL POLYMERS - This invention relates to catalyst compositions, methods, and polymers encompassing at least one first Group 4 metallocene compound comprising bridging η | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100160579 | PROCESS FOR PRODUCING BROADER MOLECULAR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION POLYMERS WITH A REVERSE COMONOMER DISTRIBUTION AND LOW LEVELS OF LONG CHAIN BRANCHES - The present invention provides a polymerization process which is conducted by contacting an olefin monomer and at least one olefin comonomer in the presence of hydrogen and a metallocene-based catalyst composition. Polymers produced from the polymerization process are also provided, and these polymers have a reverse comonomer distribution, low levels of long chain branches, and a ratio of Mw/Mn from about 3 to about 6. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100227989 | CATALYST AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING A POLYMER CONTAINING A HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT TAIL - The present invention provides metal-containing sulfated activator-supports, and polymerization catalyst compositions employing these activator-supports. Methods for making these metal-containing sulfated activator-supports and for using such components in catalyst compositions for the polymerization of olefins are also provided. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100305284 | POLYMERIZATION CATALYSTS FOR PRODUCING POLYMERS WITH HIGH COMONOMER INCORPORATION - The present techniques relate to catalyst compositions, methods, and polymers encompassing a Group 4 metallocene compound comprising bridged η | 12-02-2010 |
| 20110201770 | DUAL METALLOCENE CATALYSTS FOR POLYMERIZATION OF BIMODAL POLYMERS - This invention relates to catalyst compositions, methods, and polymers encompassing at least one first Group 4 metallocene compound comprising bridging η | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110201833 | POLYMERIZATION CATALYSTS FOR PRODUCING POLYMERS WITH HIGH COMONOMER INCORPORATION - The present techniques relate to catalyst compositions, methods, and polymers encompassing a Group 4 metallocene compound comprising bridged η | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110257348 | CATALYST COMPOSITIONS FOR PRODUCING HIGH Mz/Mw POLYOLEFINS - The present invention provides a polymerization process utilizing a dual ansa-metallocene catalyst system. Polymers produced from the polymerization process are also provided, and these polymers have a reverse comonomer distribution, a non-bimodal molecular weight distribution, a ratio of Mw/Mn from about 3 to about 8, and a ratio of Mz/Mw from about 3 to about 6. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20120010375 | CATALYSTS FOR PRODUCING BROAD MOLECULAR WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION POLYOLEFINS IN THE ABSENCE OF ADDED HYDROGEN - The present invention provides a polymerization process utilizing a dual metallocene catalyst system for the production of broad or bimodal molecular weight distribution polymers, generally, in the absence of added hydrogen. Polymers produced from the polymerization process are also provided, and these polymers can have a Mn in a range from about 9,000 to about 30,000 g/mol, and a short chain branch content that decreases as molecular weight increases. | 01-12-2012 |
| 20120059134 | Novel Catalyst Systems and Methods of Making and Using Same - A catalyst composition comprising (a) a first metallocene complex represented by the general formula: | 03-08-2012 |
Tyler Rivera Crain, San Diego, CA US
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|---|---|---|
| 20100178913 | Low power apparatus for preventing loss of cell phone and other high value items - A system for the prevention of loss of wallets, keys, purses and the like. The system uses a programmable wireless appliance such as a cell phone as a wireless tracker, and utilizes lightweight wireless tag devices attached to the items to protected. A software application executes on the wireless appliance to query the wireless tags and determines when any part of the system is going out of range. | 07-15-2010 |
| 20100283600 | Low power apparatus for preventing loss of cell phone and other high value items - A system for the prevention of loss of wallets, keys, purses and the like. The system uses a programmable wireless appliance such as a cell phone as a wireless tracker, and utilizes lightweight wireless tag devices attached to the items to protected. A software application executes on the wireless appliance to query the wireless tags and determines when any part of the system is going out of range. | 11-11-2010 |
William E. Crain, Pownal, ME US
| Patent application number | Description | Published |
|---|---|---|
| 20110159048 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING DISTRESS DYSFUNCTION AND ENHANCING SAFETY AND EFFICACY OF SPECIFIC MEDICATIONS - The present invention relates to methods and compositions for reducing Distress Dysfunction by restoring and maintaining homeostatic balance in the neurotransmitter systems underlying the Stress Response and the experience of distress and hedonic tone. Distress Dysfunction refers to the experience of dysfunctional emotional and physical distress that interferes with the individual's quality of life and functioning. A novel understanding of the bimodal opioid modulation of pain, and its impact, through serotonergic, dopaminergic, epinephrinergic, and norepinephrinergic processes, on hedonic tone, leads directly to new generation pharmaceutical formulations that are remarkably safe and effective for the treatment of a wide variety of Distress Dysfunctions, including anxiety, depression, anger, insomnia, mood disorders, eating disorders, sexual problems, pain, substance and behavioral addictions, gastrointestinal disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorders, and other emotional and physical distress disorders. The foundation of this discovery is the power of Receptor Switchers, such as ultra-low-dose and very-low-dose opioid antagonists and GM1 ganglioside attenuators, in blocking acute and protracted excitatory opioid receptor signaling. Co-administration of Receptor Switchers with Endorphin Enhancers, such as specific cAMP PDE inhibitors and excitatory amino acids, is an excellent formulation for restoring healthy homeostatic balance to the endogenous opioid system, using the body's endorphins to reduce emotional and physical distress, and through synergistic and homeostatic processes, restoring positive hedonic tone. The addition of Synergistic Enhancers, such as amino acids, SSRI and SNRI agents, and non-opioid analgesics, as well as Exogenous Opioids, enhances and prolongs these therapeutic benefits. The novel principles discovered by this invention also teach a new generation of safe and effective formulations for the treatment of respiratory conditions, neuropathy, and nociceptive pain. | 06-30-2011 |
Zachery Michael Crain, Wilmington, NC US
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| 20110056969 | INSULATING KNITTED BEVERAGE JACKET COZY - The present invention relates to an insulating knit bottle cozy jacket which provides a tight fit, insulation, a coaster bottom as well as the ability to have decorative cover. | 03-10-2011 |