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20090210078 | ELECTRONIC ANALYSIS OF ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE - The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a computer-implemented athletic performance analysis method that includes obtaining, at a computer system, first motion data reflecting motion of a sporting device during one or more drills performed by an athlete. The method also includes creating and storing action data by identifying a plurality of portions of the motion data, where each of the portions correspond to one or more actions by the athlete; comparing the action data for the athlete, with the computer system, to corresponding aggregated action data for a plurality of other athletes to determine a relative skill level for the athlete with respect to the one or more actions; and generating data for a report that reflects the relative development level of the athlete. | 08-20-2009 |
20120029666 | MONITORING OF PHYSICAL TRAINING EVENTS - A computer-implemented athletic performance analysis method includes obtaining, at a computer system, first motion data generated by a test subject moving a test ball containing motion sensors through a predetermined exercise; analyzing in the first motion data, with the computer system, the data from the inertial sensors; and providing to a remote computer at a location of the subject a report regarding the first motion data, the report reflecting a comparison of the first motion data with corresponding motion data of other users who have performed the predetermined exercise. | 02-02-2012 |
20130079906 | MONITORING OF PHYSICAL TRAINING EVENTS - A computer-implemented method is disclosed that includes instructing a human player to perform a plurality of different actions in a determined order with a physical basketball, including actions of bouncing the physical basketball, and obtaining, with one or more electronic sensors, data that characterizes motion of the physical basketball being handled by the human player who is performing the instructed actions at a location. The method also includes communicating the data from the sensors to a console videogame system that is proximate to the location, and graphically representing, in a videogame displayed on a display device, performance by the human player, the performance being affected by the captured data, the representation of performance by the human player being compared against a standard of performance. | 03-28-2013 |
20140039651 | Electronic Analysis of Athletic Performance - The subject matter of this specification can be embodied in, among other things, a computer-implemented athletic performance analysis method that includes obtaining, at a computer system, first motion data reflecting motion of a sporting device during one or more drills performed by an athlete. The method also includes creating and storing action data by identifying a plurality of portions of the motion data, where each of the portions correspond to one or more actions by the athlete; comparing the action data for the athlete, with the computer system, to corresponding aggregated action data for a plurality of other athletes to determine a relative skill level for the athlete with respect to the one or more actions; and generating data for a report that reflects the relative development level of the athlete. | 02-06-2014 |
20140081436 | MONITORING OF PHYSICAL TRAINING EVENTS - A computer-implemented method is disclosed that includes instructing a human player to perform a plurality of different actions in a determined order with a physical basketball, including actions of bouncing the physical basketball, and obtaining, with one or more electronic sensors, data that characterizes motion of the physical basketball being handled by the human player who is performing the instructed actions at a location. The method also includes communicating the data from the sensors to a console videogame system that is proximate to the location, and graphically representing, in a videogame displayed on a display device, performance by the human player, the performance being affected by the captured data, the representation of performance by the human player being compared against a standard of performance. | 03-20-2014 |
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20100137796 | FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - An apparatus and method for ejecting fluid from a fluid delivery system. The fluid delivery system has a pneumatic assembly that when triggered injects gas into a hydraulic assembly, which in turn ejects fluid through an external interface. An electronic interface displays various measurements, for example, how much fluid has been ejected and if the hydraulic system is closed the pressure of the system. The pneumatic assembly can also be depressurized such that fluid can reenter the hydraulic assembly through the external interface. | 06-03-2010 |
20120215248 | FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS OF USE - An apparatus and method for ejecting fluid from a fluid delivery system. The fluid delivery system has a pneumatic assembly that when triggered injects gas into a hydraulic assembly, which in turn ejects fluid through an external interface. An electronic interface displays various measurements, for example, how much fluid has been ejected and if the hydraulic system is closed the pressure of the system. The pneumatic assembly can also be depressurized such that fluid can reenter the hydraulic assembly through the external interface. | 08-23-2012 |
20140358089 | VACUUM-ASSISTED PANCREATICOBILIARY CANNULATION - Devices, systems, and methods for facilitating access to the pancreaticobiliary system are disclosed. In particular, the present disclosure relates to devices used to apply suction to the papilla, e.g., duodenal tissue surrounding the papilla, to facilitate cannulation to reach the bile duct and/or pancreatic duct. Devices may include a suction cup or an endoscope cap configured to apply suction to a tissue surface. | 12-04-2014 |
20150018848 | Tissue Grasping and Wound Closing/Hemostasis/Clipping Device - A device for clipping tissue includes a clip including first and second arms, a pusher member received over a proximal end of the clip, an outer sleeve distal of the pusher member and received over the first and second arms and being pushed distally over the clip by the pusher member from a first position in which the first and second arms are unconstrained by the outer sleeve in a tissue receiving configuration to a second position in which the first and second arms move to a closed tissue gripping configuration. A clip holder has first and second fingers which are held by the pusher member against corresponding cuts on a proximal end of the clip to couple the clip to the device. When the pusher member is moved distally to the second position, the first and second fingers move radially outward releasing the clip. | 01-15-2015 |
20150094629 | COMPRESSION GARMENT CONTROLLING - A controller assembly for delivering pressurized fluid to a compression treatment device includes a first pump assembly including a first pump unit and a first electrical contact. The first pump assembly defines a first pneumatic passage configured for fluid communication with the pump unit. A second pump assembly includes a second pump unit and a second electrical contact. The second pump assembly defines a second pneumatic passage fluidly communicable with the second pump unit. The first pump assembly defines a receptacle into which the second pump assembly is slidingly receivable. The sliding reception of the second pump assembly into the first pump assembly establishes fluid communication between the first and second pneumatic passages and establishes electrical communication between the first and second electrical contacts. | 04-02-2015 |
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20090002201 | KEYBOARD WITH KEYS FOR MOVING CURSOR - Various embodiments of the present invention comprise a signal generator for sending an electrical signal from an expandable, flexible layer of material, the signal generator comprising an upper layer of flexible, resilient material and a lower layer of flexible, resilient material which between them define a cavity for enclosing an expandable material such as a cellular foam or gas, whereupon localized distortion of one of the layers of flexible material, effects a signal generation within the structure, which is transmissible through a proper circuit to an outside electrical device. A circuit may be arranged adjacent a plurality of said keys which senses when several of said keys are depressed in a skewed or sideways manner, so as to effect movement of a cursor or pointer on a monitor in communication with a processing unit and said keyboard. | 01-01-2009 |
20090009771 | DIFFRACTION GRATING BASED INTERFEROMETRIC SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Diffraction grating based fiber optic interferometric systems for use in optical coherence tomography, wherein sample and reference light beams are formed by a first beam splitter and the sample light beam received from a sample and a reference light beam are combined on a second beam splitter. In one embodiment, the first beam splitter is an approximately 50/50 beam splitter, and the second beam splitter is a non 50/50 beam splitter. More than half of the energy of the sample light beam is directed into the combined beam and less than half of the energy of the reference light beam are directed into the combined beam by the second beam splitter. In another embodiment, the first beam splitter is a non 50/50 beam splitter and the second beam splitter is an approximately 50/50 beam splitter. An optical circulator is provided to enable the sample light beam to bypass the first beam splitter after interaction with a sample. Two combined beams are formed by the second beam splitter for detection by two respective detectors. More than half of the energy of the light source provided to the first beam splitter is directed into the sample light beam and less than half of the energy is directed into the reference light beam. The energy distribution between the sample and reference light beams can be controlled by selection of the characteristics of the beam splitters. | 01-08-2009 |
20090023386 | Radiative focal area antenna transmission coupling arrangement - The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line. | 01-22-2009 |
20090287137 | MUCOSAL ABLATION - An interventional device uses light to diagnose and treat tissue regions near the surface. A high intensity ultraviolet light is used. The interventional device includes a housing adapted for placement inside a body and a flash lamp placed inside the housing. The flash lamp is capable of generating high intensity ultraviolet light. | 11-19-2009 |
20100178880 | Radiative focal area antenna transmission coupling arrangement - The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line. | 07-15-2010 |
20110158460 | COMPOSITE ACOUSTIC TRANSDUCERS - A composite membrane acoustic transducer structure comprising a magnet assembly is arranged adjacent the composite membrane material. The magnet assembly is arranged to produce a flux field. A first layer of thin, elongate composite membrane material is held under tension. A second conductive layer is attached to the first layer of composite membrane material wherein the first and second layers of membrane material are arranged adjacent, generally parallel and offset from the magnet assembly. The assembly is arranged to produce the flux field through at least part of the first layer and the second layer. | 06-30-2011 |
20110248894 | Adjustable spiral antenna for portable use - A spiral, helical antenna is configured to produce a generally circular polarized radiation pattern covering a range of frequencies, over a ground plane. The antenna is comprised of a spring-like spiral conductor that may be held in compression by a size and shape regulating outer nonconductive membrane. The assembly may be compressed and or extended to adjust the antenna for best performance in a particular situation. The assembly may be compressed into a generally flattened state for storage and or transportation, and extended at a later time for use. Accurate antenna dimensions and good performance are afforded by the use of high quality spring materials in conjunction with precise membrane dimensions. | 10-13-2011 |
20110255708 | Wireless conformal antenna system and method of operation - A conformal antenna system comprising one or more proximate antenna elements for very reliable localized reception and transmission of radiowave energy and power particularly in frequency controlled VHF, UHF and microwave spectrum is described. The system incorporates effective angle or proximity dependent interference mitigation for conventional transmitters/receivers or master controlled constellations of wireless devices, and is suitable for temporary or permanent installation and use in a variety of outdoor and in-building locations. The antenna elements are configured and optimized for close proximity but unobtrusive positioning near the point of use on stages, in concert halls, movie studios, houses-of-worship, and convention centers, and are configured to be relatively unaffected by people or furniture in very close proximity. Methods for manufacturing and using close proximity antennas are disclosed, as are systems and methods for the generation and control of signals thereto. | 10-20-2011 |
20120026888 | Radiative focal area antenna transmission coupling arrangement - The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line. | 02-02-2012 |
20120032861 | Diversity fin antenna - A fin-type planar antenna and a deployable dipole antenna are combined into a system as a diversity fin antenna to reduce or eliminate cross polarization fades and dropouts common to wireless audio systems used in theatres, churches and convention centers. A dual feedline connects the diversity fin antenna system to a diversity-equipped receiver in a convenient and rapid manner. The antenna system features broad bandwidth, resistance to deep nulls or fades caused by cross polarization, and an air space dielectric covering provides resistance to detuning in the presence of rain, or touching objects. | 02-09-2012 |
20120080528 | Dendritic electronic circuits for RFID - A nanoscale RFID arrangement comprised of a foraminous substrate having a signal sensing nanoscale antenna extending therefrom, which RFID arrangement is incorporated into an RFID utilizing product. | 04-05-2012 |
20120164973 | Personal Communication Device RF Zone Billing Arrangement - The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line. | 06-28-2012 |
20120208494 | Radiative focal area antenna transmission coupling arrangement - The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line. | 08-16-2012 |
20120245457 | Ultrasound imaging catheters and guidewires with non-interfering and coordinated position and orientation sensors - An ultrasonic imaging catheter and guidewire system for acoustic imaging and electromagnetic positioning, with low noise, is described. An ultrasonic imaging guidewire uses two opposed imaging transducers laterally disposed near the distal end of an interventional guidewire. The tortuous position of the guidewire in the vasculature is monitored by a proximally positioned perpendicular position and orientation coil. Accurate vascular imaging is afforded by the use of opposed transducers operating alternately, thereby providing an accurate total distance measurement on each side of the guidewire regardless of the position of the guidewire in the lumen. | 09-27-2012 |
20130023774 | MINIATURE SPECTROMETER - A miniaturized spectrometer is adapted for placement within a body near tissue to be characterized. The spectrometer includes a light source and a plurality of light detectors. The light source generates light to illuminate the tissue. The detectors detect optical signals from the illuminated tissue and convert these optical signals to electrical signals. The miniaturized spectrometer can be disposed at the distal end of an interventional device. Optical conduits, such as fiber optic cables or strands, extending the length of the interventional device are not required when the miniature spectrometer is employed. | 01-24-2013 |
20130078918 | Mobile wifi arrangement - A system for enabling wireless near-field hot-spot communication between a wide variety of wireless ground-position-indicating personal communication devices being utilized within a zone and a further communication network outside of the zone. | 03-28-2013 |
20130144287 | LARGE AREA THERMAL ABLATION - A large area thermal ablation apparatus for use with an endoscope includes a housing and at least one electrode. The housing is removably attachable to a distal terminating end of the endoscope. The housing includes an outer surface and a cross-sectional area that is at least as large as a cross-sectional area of the distal terminating end of the endoscope. The electrode is supported by the outer surface of the housing. The electrode is capable of delivering energy to a tissue region inside a body to ablate the tissue region. | 06-06-2013 |
20140308895 | Mobile WiFi arrangement - The present invention comprises a docking system for connecting a portable communication device to a further signal transmission line. The docking system may be arranged within a workstation such as a desk or a tray. The system may also envelope a room in a building or be located in a vehicle, to control and restrict the radiative emission from the communication device and to direct such radiation to a further remote antenna and or signal distribution system connected to the transmission line. | 10-16-2014 |
20150023657 | Instant photography with ordinary shell film - An improved light sensitive film and processing packet permits the production of rapidly processed, high quality negative films and a positive proof print using a simplified set of components. The reduced components afford more economical manufacture of a sheet type instant film article, with the further advantage that less residual waste material is produced. Integrated functions of negative, processing pod, and receiver sheet provide fast, simplified, yet highly detailed black and white and color photographs to be produced on conventional equipment. | 01-22-2015 |
20150077306 | Adjustable spiral antenna for portable use - A spiral, helical antenna is configured to produce a generally circular polarized radiation pattern covering a range of frequencies, over a ground plane. The antenna is comprised of a spring-like spiral conductor that may be held in compression by a size and shape regulating outer nonconductive membrane. The assembly may be compressed and or extended to adjust the antenna for best performance in a particular situation. The assembly may be compressed into a generally flattened state for storage and or transportation, and extended at a later time for use. Accurate antenna dimensions and good performance are afforded by the use of high quality spring materials in conjunction with precise membrane dimensions. | 03-19-2015 |
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20120181240 | Support Apparatus - The present disclosure relates to shelving systems and methods that are adaptable to a number of applications, including building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) systems, shelving units for holding children's games and toys, closet organizers with hangers and shelves, storage systems in a garage or workshop, storage shelves over a garage door, and as a shelving unit for audio and visual equipment. The shelving unit includes a means for attachment to an overhead member, such as a steel beam, wood rafter, wood joist, wood beam, or ceiling, a generally J or L shaped bar, the ability to raise or lower the J or L shaped bar to provide for storage at different heights, an extension member removably coupled to the J or L bar, and wherein the extension member has a length that provides for storage space of different widths. In another aspect, an inverted shelving stand is provided. In still a further aspect, a U shaped swiveling hanging unit is provided. | 07-19-2012 |
20130228536 | SUPPORT APPARATUS - The present disclosure relates to shelving systems and methods that are adaptable to a number of applications, including building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) systems, shelving units for holding children's games and toys, closet organizers with hangers and shelves, storage systems in a garage or workshop, storage shelves over a garage door, and as a shelving unit for audio and visual equipment. The shelving unit includes a means for attachment to an overhead member, such as a steel beam, wood rafter, wood joist, wood beam, or ceiling, a generally J or L shaped bar, the ability to raise or lower the J or L shaped bar to provide for storage at different heights, an extension member removably coupled to the J or L bar, and wherein the extension member has a length that provides for storage space of different widths. In another aspect, an inverted shelving stand is provided. In still a further aspect, a U shaped swiveling hanging unit is provided. | 09-05-2013 |
20130284880 | LOCKING SWIVEL SUPPORT APPARATUS - An improved hanging apparatus with a locking swivel for suspending objects from an overhead structure is provided. The apparatus may advantageously be employed to suspend a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) unit from a ceiling, ceiling joists, beams, trusses, rafters, or the like of a room or space to be heated or cooled by the HVAC unit. | 10-31-2013 |
20140312200 | SUPPORT APPARATUS - The present disclosure relates to shelving systems and methods that are adaptable to a number of applications, including building heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) systems, shelving units for holding children's games and toys, closet organizers with hangers and shelves, storage systems in a garage or workshop, storage shelves over a garage door, and as a shelving unit for audio and visual equipment. The shelving unit includes a means for attachment to an overhead member, such as a steel beam, wood rafter, wood joist, wood beam, or ceiling, a generally J or L shaped bar, the ability to raise or lower the J or L shaped bar to provide for storage at different heights, an extension member removably coupled to the J or L bar, and wherein the extension member has a length that provides for storage space of different widths. In another aspect, an inverted shelving stand is provided. In still a further aspect, a U shaped swiveling hanging unit is provided. | 10-23-2014 |
20150090846 | SUPPORT APPARATUS - A modular stand system is adjustable in the transverse direction and height and is adapted for HVAC system components that need to be elevated above a support surface. In certain embodiments, the modular stand systems herein are advantageously used to support HVAC variable refrigerant flow (VRF) units. | 04-02-2015 |