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Almon C. Dao, Fall City, WA US
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| 20090248393 | USER TRANSLATED SITES AFTER PROVISIONING - The display language of a site may be changed to another alternate language by users of a site at any time. For example, a first user may access the same site in its default language (i.e. English) and a second user may access the site using their preferred language (i.e. French) even though the default language of the site is different from their preferred language. The language of the site may be changed from one language to another language at any time a user is accessing the site. Application content changes are identified by the site helping to ensure consistency between the default language and the alternate languages. | 10-01-2009 |
An D. Dao, Houston, TX US
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| 20110179177 | Resource Deployment Management - A system and method for deploying resources to users. A system includes a computer that executes a resource deployment manager. The resource deployment manager provides an interface for selecting a remote user to whom a central resource is to be assigned, and for selecting a template upon which to base the assignment of the resource to the selected user. Further, the resource deployment manager assigns the central resources to the selected user based on the selected template. | 07-21-2011 |
Chris C. Dao, Pflugerville, TX US
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| 20110037524 | OSCILLATOR AMPLIFIER WITH INPUT CLOCK DETECTION AND METHOD THEREFOR - An oscillator circuit has a crystal oscillator amplifier having only two clock input terminals, one being an input terminal and the other being an output terminal. The input terminal allows a user of the integrated circuit to choose between connecting a first clock signal generated from a crystal or a second clock signal generated by a non-crystal source to the input terminal. Control circuitry has a capacitor coupled in parallel with a transistor. Both are coupled in series with a resistive device at an output of the control circuitry to provide a control signal. Clock generation circuitry coupled to the crystal oscillator amplifier provides an oscillating output signal in response to an enable signal. In one form a comparator circuit provides the oscillating output signal. The control signal is used to ensure that inputs to the comparator circuit repeatedly cross each other over time. | 02-17-2011 |
| 20110185212 | DATA PROCESSING SYSTEM HAVING BROWN-OUT DETECTION CIRCUIT - A brown-out detection circuit comprises a first resistive element, a first transistor, a second transistor, and a comparator. The first resistive element has a first terminal coupled to a first power supply voltage terminal, and a second terminal. The first transistor is of a first conductivity type and has a first current electrode coupled to the second terminal of the first resistive element, a control electrode, and a second current electrode. The second transistor is of a second conductivity type and has a first current electrode coupled to the second current electrode of the first transistor, a control electrode, and a second current electrode coupled to a second power supply voltage terminal. The comparator has a first input terminal coupled to the first terminal of the first resistive element, a second input terminal coupled to the second terminal of the first resistive element, and an output terminal for providing a brown-out detection signal. | 07-28-2011 |
| 20110267723 | OVERVOLTAGE PROTECTION CIRCUIT FOR AN INTEGRATED CIRCUIT - An overvoltage protection circuit may include a reference voltage generator, a trigger circuit, and a clamping device. The reference voltage generator is for providing a reference voltage that is relatively constant during a powered EOS/ESD event. The trigger circuit is coupled to receive the reference voltage and a power supply voltage. The trigger circuit is for comparing the reference voltage to the power supply voltage. In response to detecting that the power supply voltage is above the reference voltage, the trigger circuit provides a trigger signal having a voltage proportional to a voltage level of the overvoltage event. The clamping device is coupled between a first power supply terminal and a second power supply terminal. The clamping device is for providing a current path between the first and second power supply terminals in response to the trigger signal. | 11-03-2011 |
Dean Dao, Akron, OH US
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| 20090308416 | ULTRASONIC CLEANER COMPONENTS - An ultrasonic cleaner apparatus with an opening mechanism including a plurality of lugs preferably formed on a top surface of the apparatus, a lid enclosing the apparatus and resting on the lugs when the lid is in a closed position, and a rim formed exterior to the lugs, wherein the lid is secured in an open position between two or more of the plurality of lugs and the rim. A drain assembly coupled to the ultrasonic cleaner provides an advantageous configuration for dispensing cleaning and/or sterilizing fluid and the like from the apparatus. | 12-17-2009 |
Dung V. Dao, Lititz, PA US
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| 20110042003 | Method of making a floor panel - A method of making a floor panel includes the steps of: providing an adhesive on a release member; laminating or marrying the release member to a bottom layer such that the adhesive is between the release member and the bottom layer; removing a portion of the release member to expose an area of the adhesive; and adhering a top layer to the area such that the top layer is offset with respect to the bottom layer in a direction of length and width and a marginal end portion of a top surface of the bottom layer and a marginal end portion of the bottom surface of the top layer is exposed. | 02-24-2011 |
| 20110042252 | Packaging system for a floor panel - A packaging system and a method of packaging a plurality of floor panels in a box includes floor panels having a top layer and a bottom layer. The top layer has a top surface with a visible decorative pattern and a bottom surface adhered to a top surface of the bottom layer such that the bottom layer is offset from the top layer in a direction of length and width and a marginal end portion of the top surface of the bottom layer and a marginal end portion of the bottom surface of the top layer is exposed. At least one of the marginal end portions has an adhesive. The floor panels are stacked in the box in pairs. Each of the pairs is stacked such that the top surfaces of the top layers of each of the pairs of the floor panels are facing each other. | 02-24-2011 |
Hank Dao, Cypress, TX US
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| 20110267188 | Configurable Control Of Data Storage Device Visual Indicators In A Server Computer System - A server computer system includes a set of visual indicators for representing status of one or more data storage devices that are connected to one or more nodes of the server system. Control circuitry has at least first and second bus interfaces and is configured to set the state of the visual indicators responsive to signals received through the bus interfaces, and to operate in at least first and second configurable modes. In the first mode, both of the first and the second bus interfaces communicate with a single node. In the second mode, the first bus interface communicates with a first node and the second bus interface communicates with a second node. | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110271020 | Node Differentiation in Multi-Node Electronic Systems - A technique for differentiating nodes in a multi-node electronic system includes establishing an intended configuration for the system, the configuration including a number of nodes to be installed and a specification of intended node locations. A node ID for each of multiple nodes to be installed in the system is established, and the multiple nodes are installed. Using the node ID established for each of the multiple nodes, a determination is made whether the multiple nodes as installed comply, with the intended configuration. | 11-03-2011 |
Henry H. Dao, Marlton, NJ US
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| 20110178948 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR BUSINESS PROCESS ORIENTED RISK IDENTIFICATION AND QUALIFICATION - A method and system for identifying and quantifying a risk is disclosed. In one embodiment, the method comprises forming a two-dimensional risk matrix, wherein a first dimension of the matrix comprises risk variable categories and a second dimension comprises standard business processes, placing a risk variable onto the two-dimensional risk matrix, wherein the risk variable is categorized by one of the risk variable categories and one of the standard business processes, connecting the variable node with another risk variable in the two-dimensional risk matrix, and applying a learning method to the two-dimensional risk matrix to compose a risk model to use for quantifying the risk. The system comprises a processor operable to perform the steps embodied by the method. | 07-21-2011 |
James Dao, Henderson, NV US
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| 20110117121 | COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATMENT AND INHIBITION OF PAIN - Methods and compositions for therapy of pain are provided. Compositions comprising therapeutically effective amounts of two or more of an extract of | 05-19-2011 |
Khanh Ngoc Dao, Ronkonkoma, NY US
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| 20100098765 | Powder Makeup Compositions And Methods - An anhydrous powder composition wherein the ratio of platelet to non-platelet particulates is greater than about 5 to 1 respectively, which is preferably talc-free, oil-free, paraben-free, and fragrance-free; and a method for preparing the powder composition of the invention. | 04-22-2010 |
| 20110223219 | Probiotic Color Cosmetic Compositions And Methods - A probiotic color cosmetic composition comprising at least one extract from a probiotic microorganism; at least one non-clay lamellar phyllosilicate mineral particulate; and at least one anti-inflammatory ingredient present in an amount sufficient to inhibit one or more of the pathways that contribute to skin inflammation; and a method for treating skin for improvement by applying to skin in need of such improvement the composition of the invention. | 09-15-2011 |
Kinh-Luan Dao, Randolph, MA US
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| 20110071562 | MEDICAL DEVICES - A medical device, such as, for example, a catheter, includes a tubular member having a first portion having a shape memory polymer. | 03-24-2011 |
Lien Dao, Lawrenceville, GA US
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| 20080254790 | TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR WIRELESS E-911 CALL TESTING - The technology described herein provides systems and methods for remote emergency wireless E-911 call testing. The wireless E-911 call testing system includes a remote call testing unit (RCTU) which, in combination with an Automated Emergency Operator Server (AEOS), allows for verification of 911 call functionality without the need for in-person, on-site testing at each cellular site. | 10-16-2008 |
Ming Dao, Chestnut Hill, MA US
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| 20110287948 | MEASUREMENT OF MATERIAL PROPERTIES AND RELATED METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS BASED ON CYTOADHERENCE - The invention in some aspects relates to methods, devices and compositions for evaluating material properties, such as mechanical and rheological properties of substances, particularly biological substances, such as cells, tissues, and biological fluids. In some aspects, the invention relates to methods, devices and compositions for evaluating material properties of deformable objects, such as cells. In further aspects, the invention relates to methods, devices and compositions for diagnosing and/or characterizing disease based on material properties of biological cells. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20110289043 | COMPUTATIONAL METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS - The invention in some aspects relates to methods, devices and compositions for evaluating material properties, such as mechanical and rheological properties of substances, particularly biological substances, such as cells, tissues, and biological fluids. In some aspects, the invention relates to methods, devices and compositions for evaluating material properties of deformable objects, such as cells. In further aspects, the invention relates to methods, devices and compositions for diagnosing and/or characterizing disease based on material properties of biological cells. | 11-24-2011 |
My Lien Dao, St. Petersburg, FL US
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| 20110053187 | SILICA-BASED MATERIAL FOR DETECTION AND ISOLATION OF CHITIN AND CHITIN-CONTAINING MICROORGANISMS - The subject invention provides silica-based material that has high affinity to chitin, chitin derivatives and chitin-containing microorganisms at an acidic pH. In an embodiment, the silica-based material surface comprises glass. Also provided are methods for preparing the subject silica-based chitin-binding material. In addition, the subject invention provides rapid, specific, sensitive, accurate and convenient methods for detection, isolation and purification of chitin, chitin derivatives and chitin-containing microorganisms. | 03-03-2011 |
Phuc B. Dao, Westfield, IN US
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| 20110174525 | Method and Electronic Assembly to Attach a Component to a Substrate - A method and an electronic assembly for attaching a component to a substrate, or printed circuit board, is recited. The printed circuit board comprises a solder-nonwettable surface and a bond pad being formed of a solder-wettable surface. The printed circuit board defines a through hole extending through the printed circuit board and the bond pad. A plate lining a first portion of the through hole in the printed circuit board is formed of a solder-wettable material. Solder paste is applied to the bond pad and into the through hole. A component including a terminal overlies the bond pad in an arrangement. Reflowing the solder paste forms a solder fillet that bonds the terminal to the bond pad. The solder fillet extends within the through hole attaching the component to the printed circuit board. | 07-21-2011 |
Quyen C. Dao, Dillsburg, PA US
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| 20090012793 | TEXT-TO-SPEECH ASSIST FOR PORTABLE COMMUNICATION DEVICES - The present invention provides a text-to-speech assist for portable communication devices. A method for communicating text data using a portable communication device in accordance with the present invention includes: displaying text data on a display of the portable communication device while communicating with a party; selecting at least a portion of the displayed text data; converting the selected text data into synthesized speech; and providing the synthesized speech to the party using the portable communication device. | 01-08-2009 |
| 20090030873 | AUTOMATED STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL OF DATA - The present invention is directed to the automated storage and retrieval of data. A method in accordance with an embodiment of the present invention includes: requesting a data record; broadcasting a query for the requested data record to a plurality of data records in a data center, the query comprising a unique listener key identifying the requested data record and information regarding a requesting program; providing each of the plurality of data records with a listener, wherein each listener actively monitors the broadcasted query to determine if the unique listener key in the broadcasted query matches a unique listener key of the data record associated with the listener; and in the case of a match, automatically transferring the data record with the matching unique listener key from the data center to the requesting program. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20090192985 | METHOD, SYSTEM, AND PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR ENHANCED SEARCH QUERY MODIFICATION - Methods, programs products and systems are provided for presenting retrieved search engine results text items to a user on a display device through a graphical user interface configured to associate displayed text items with a search term modification action. Selecting a displayed text item through a graphical user interface component cursor routine automatically instigates modifying of the search term through the associated modification action with the selected text item to generate a modified search term and causes a search engine component to search the modified search term and retrieve new search results similarly presented, enabling additional automatic iterations of search term modifying, searching and result presenting. Modifying a search term may occur automatically or through a selection from a generated list of revising actions, and presenting search results text items may include ordering and presenting a list of result text items relative to an occurrence frequency. | 07-30-2009 |
Thuy Dao, Austin, TX US
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| 20080213973 | METHOD OF FABRICATING A SUBSTRATE FOR A PLANAR, DOUBLE-GATED, TRANSISTOR PROCESS - A semiconductor fabrication process includes forming a sacrificial layer on a substrate of a donor wafer and implanting hydrogen ions into the substrate through the sacrificial layer to create a stress layer in the substrate. After forming the stress layer, multiple layer stacks are formed on the donor wafer substrate including a bottom gate conductor layer and a bottom gate dielectric layer. An upper surface of the donor wafer is bonded to an upper surface of a handle wafer. An oxide or low-k layer may be formed on the handle wafer. A portion of the substrate of the donor wafer is then cleaved. The bottom gate conductor layer is selected from the group including polysilicon, alpha silicon, alpha germanium, W, Ti, Ta, TiN, and TaSiN. | 09-04-2008 |
Thuy B. Dao, Austin, TX US
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| 20100027355 | PLANAR DOUBLE GATE TRANSISTOR STORAGE CELL - A semiconductor device suitable for use as a storage cell includes a semiconductor body having a top surface and a bottom surface, a top gate dielectric overlying the semiconductor body top surface, an electrically conductive top gate electrode overlying the top gate dielectric, a bottom gate dielectric underlying the semiconductor body bottom surface, an electrically conductive bottom gate electrode underlying the bottom gate dielectric, and a charge trapping layer. The charge trapping layer includes a plurality of shallow charge traps, adjacent the top or bottom surface of the semiconductor body. The charge trapping layer may be of aluminum oxide, silicon nitride, or silicon nanoclusters. The charge trapping layer may located positioned between the bottom gate dielectric and the bottom surface of the semiconductor body. | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100130002 | MULTILAYERED THROUGH VIA - A method for forming a through substrate via (TSV) comprises forming an opening within a substrate. An adhesion layer of titanium is formed within the via opening, a nucleation layer of titanium nitride is formed over the adhesion layer, and a tungsten layer is deposited over the nucleation layer, the tungsten layer having a thickness less than or equal to a critical film thickness sufficient to provide for film integrity and adhesion stability. A stress relief layer of titanium nitride is formed over the tungsten layer and a subsequent tungsten layer is deposited over the stress relief layer. The subsequent tungsten layer has a thickness less than or equal to the critical film thickness. The method further includes planarizing to expose the interlevel dielectric layer and a top of the TSV and backgrinding a bottom surface of the substrate sufficient to expose a bottom portion of the TSV. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20110151659 | MULTILAYERED THROUGH A VIA - A method for forming a through substrate via (TSV) comprises forming an opening within a substrate. An adhesion layer of titanium is formed within the via opening, a nucleation layer of titanium nitride is formed over the adhesion layer, and a tungsten layer is deposited over the nucleation layer, the tungsten layer having a thickness less than or equal to a critical film thickness sufficient to provide for film integrity and adhesion stability. A stress relief layer of titanium nitride is formed over the tungsten layer and a subsequent tungsten layer is deposited over the stress relief layer. The subsequent tungsten layer has a thickness less than or equal to the critical film thickness. The method further includes planarizing to expose the interlevel dielectric layer and a top of the TSV and backgrinding a bottom surface of the substrate sufficient to expose a bottom portion of the TSV. | 06-23-2011 |
| 20110215411 | Method for Forming an Independent Bottom Gate Connection For Buried Interconnection Including Bottom Gate of a Planar Double Gate MOSFET - A method is provided for making a semiconductor device, which comprises (a) providing a semiconductor structure comprising a top gate ( | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110237073 | METHOD FOR FORMING A THROUGH SILICON VIA (TSV) - A method of forming a through silicon via includes forming a via opening in a substrate using a hard mask, wherein a polymer is formed in the via opening. A first wet clean removes a first portion of the polymer and forms a first carbon containing oxide along portions of the sidewalls. A first ash process modifies the first carbon containing oxide and removes a second portion of the polymer. A first wet etch removes the modified first carbon containing oxide and a third portion of the polymer. A second ash process forms a second carbon containing oxide along at least a portion of the sidewalls. A second wet etch process removes the second carbon containing oxide and a fourth portions of the polymer. A third ash process forms a third carbon containing oxide along portions of the sidewalls and removes any remaining portions of the polymer. | 09-29-2011 |
Tien Dao, Bensalem, PA US
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| 20080268345 | Battery Separator With Z-Direction Stability - A battery separator is a microporous membrane. The membrane has a major volume of a thermoplastic polymer and a minor volume of an inert particulate filler. The filler is dispersed throughout the polymer. The membrane exhibits a maximum Z-direction compression of 95% of the original membrane thickness. Alternatively, the battery separator is a microporous membrane having a TMA compression curve with a first substantially horizontal slope between ambient temperature and 125° C., a second substantially horizontal slope at greater than 225° C. The curve of the first slope has a lower % compression than the curve of the second slope. The curve of the second slope is not less than 5% compression. The TMA compression curve is graphed so that the Y-axis represents % compression from original thickness and the X-axis represents temperature. | 10-30-2008 |
Yen Dao, Indianapolis, IN US
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| 20090093456 | NOVEL MCH RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS - The present invention relates to a melanin concentrating hormone antagonist compound of formula (1): wherein R | 04-09-2009 |
| 20100016350 | NOVEL MCH RECEPTOR ANTAGONISTS - The present invention relates to a melanin concentrating hormone antagonist compound of formula (I): wherein R | 01-21-2010 |
Yuan Dao, Phoenix, AZ US
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| 20110074355 | BATTERY UNIT BALANCING SYSTEM - A battery unit balancing system comprises a discharging circuit and means for connecting the discharging circuit to a battery unit. The discharging circuit is configured such that it is automatically activated, when a voltage of the battery unit exceeds a predetermined threshold, to draw a constant discharging current from the battery unit until the voltage of the battery unit falls below the predetermined threshold. | 03-31-2011 |