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David S. Agabra, Pacific Palisades, CA US
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| 20090228373 | APPLICATIONS WITH INTEGRATED CAPTURE - Embodiments include a system for integrating capture software functionality into other software applications including computer aided design (CAD) application, search application, database management application, email applications, network publishing applications, collaboration applications, copying and facsimile applications, manufacturing applications and similar programs. A user may utilize any of these applications to initiate a capture of an image or model. The applications may include an integrated capture functionality or message system to communicate with a capture application to initiate a capture. A separate or integrated conversion application may automatically be invoked to convert and return the image or model to the requesting application. | 09-10-2009 |
| 20100141960 | DIGITIZER USING PLURAL CAPTURE METHODS TO IMAGE FEATURES OF 3-D OBJECTS - A method and apparatus to digitize three-dimensional objects. A projection assembly is retained in fixed relation to an imaging assembly. The projection assembly projects a fixed gradient light pattern into a focal zone of the imaging assembly. The imaging assembly integrates the illumination over time such that the fixed gradient reveals the features of the three dimensional object. | 06-10-2010 |
| 20100215252 | HAND HELD PORTABLE THREE DIMENSIONAL SCANNER - Embodiments of the invention may include a scanning device to scan three dimensional objects. The scanning device may generate a three dimensional model. The scanning device may also generate a texture map for the three dimensional model. Techniques utilized to generate the model or texture map may include tracking scanner position, generating depth maps of the object and generation composite image of the surface of the object. | 08-26-2010 |
David S. Alburty, Drexel, MO US
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| 20090101575 | Liquid To Liquid Biological Particle Concentrator - A rapid one-pass liquid filtration system efficiently concentrates biological particles that are suspended in liquid from a dilute feed suspension. A sample concentrate or retentate suspension is retained while eliminating the separated fluid in a separate flow stream. Suspended biological particles include such materials as proteins/toxins, viruses, DNA, and/or bacteria in the size range of approximately 0.001 micron to 20 microns diameter. Concentration of these particles is advantageous for detection of target particles in a dilute suspension, because concentrating them into a small volume makes them easier to detect. Additional concentration stages may be added in “cascade” fashion, in order to concentrate particles below the size cut of each preceding stage remaining in the separated fluid in a concentrated sample suspension. This process can also be used to create a “band-pass” concentration for concentration of a particular target size particle within a narrow range. | 04-23-2009 |
David S. Bardenstein, Shaker Heights, OH US
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| 20090021698 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ASSESSING EYE DISEASE - An apparatus for assessing eye disease in a subject includes a body member including an arm portion, a handle portion, and an alignment portion. The arm and handle portions each have a first end portion oppositely disposed from a second end portion. Each of the first end portions are operably connected to the alignment portion. The arm portion includes a scale in degrees, and the alignment portion includes an alignment mechanism for aligning the body member with the visual field of the subject. | 01-22-2009 |
David S. Beckemeyer, Danville, CA US
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| 20100195811 | Telephone Number Binding in a Voice-Over-Internet System - Telephone number binding in a voice-over-Internet system is provided. One embodiment is a method for provisioning a customer voice-over-Internet device for voice-over-Internet service. One such method comprises: providing a customer voice-over-Internet device for communicating with an existing telephone line and a data network; providing a telephone number associated with the existing telephone line to a voice-over-Internet platform; and linking the existing telephone number to a unique identifier associated with the customer voice-over-Internet device. | 08-05-2010 |
David S. Bodden, Fort Worth, TX US
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| 20100180418 | Synthetic Redundancy Via Prognostics - An manufacturing method that uses synthetic redundancy to optimize equipment reliability, performance, weight, and cost. The manufacturing method identifies critical components, that would ordinarily require a redundant component to meet reliability and safety requirements, and replaces them with a single, non-redundant component. Safety and reliability is maintained by using prognostic health management to replace the non-redundant critical component prior to its failure. Verification techniques are used to ensure reliability requirements are being met. | 07-22-2010 |
David S. Bolme, Fort Collins, CO US
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| 20100322534 | OPTIMIZED CORRELATION FILTERS FOR SIGNAL PROCESSING - A system and method for generating and using a correlation filter. The method includes providing a plurality of training images, each training image being paired with an associated target correlation plane. Each training image and target correlation plane pair is processed. A final filter is generated, wherein the final filter is useable to generate a filtered output correlation plane of each training image. The final filter is selected to collectively minimize errors between the filtered output correlation plane of each training image and its associated target correlation plane. The final filter can be used in a wide variety of still image and video based object location and tracking applications. | 12-23-2010 |
David S. Bulin, Greentown, IN US
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| 20110061489 | ROTARY CONTROL KNOB APPARATUS - A rotary control knob apparatus includes a stationary knob retainer having a cylindrical post and an annular knob that slides over the retainer post, where the exterior periphery of the retainer post has a distributed array of compliant protrusions that contact the inner periphery of the knob to provide a resilient sliding interference fit between the knob and the retainer post. In a preferred arrangement, the retainer is secured against the rear surface of a control panel trimplate, and the knob is axially captured between the trimplate and a retainer flange extending radially outward from the base of the cylindrical post. | 03-17-2011 |
David S. Copps, Dallas, TX US
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| 20090030893 | Query generation system for an information retrieval system - According to one embodiment of the disclosure, a query generation system generally includes an element rank and inference engine in communication with a computing system and a user interface. The element rank and inference engine is operable to receive a user supplied element from the user interface, the user supplied element being associated with a first filter criterion. The element rank and inference engine is also operable to create, using the first filter criterion, at least one second element and rank according to their relative importance, the at least one first element and the at least one second element according to their associated first filter criterion and second filter criterion. Next, the element rank and inference engine may output the at least one first filter element and the second filter element to the computing system. | 01-29-2009 |
David S. D'Ascenzo, Portland, OR US
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| 20080196912 | Power tools - An electrically powered hand tool is disclosed. The tool includes a motor, a power source, a work element and a controller. Various alternative features, embodiments and operative configurations are disclosed. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20090084240 | Table saw guards, splitter assemblies, accessories, and table saws including the same - Table saw blade guards, splitter assemblies, attachments, accessories, and table saws including the same. The splitter assemblies include a splitter and a blade guard that is coupled to the splitter. The blade guards include a top guard. In some embodiments, the top guard is configured to be a hold-down guard. In some embodiments, the top guard is pivotally coupled to the splitter. In some embodiments, the top guard is adjustably coupled to the splitter. In some embodiments, the top guard is secured in a fixed orientation relative to the splitter. In some embodiments, the top guard includes a portion that is secured in a fixed orientation to the splitter and a portion that is pivotal relative to the splitter. | 04-02-2009 |
| 20100132523 | Replaceable brake mechanism for power equipment - Woodworking machines are disclosed having cutting tools adapted to cut workpieces. The machines include a safety system adapted to detect one or more dangerous conditions between a person and the cutting tool, and to stop movement of the cutting tool upon detection of the dangerous condition. At least part of the safety system is housed in a removable cartridge substantially sealed against entry of sawdust. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20100192741 | Table saw with improved safety system - A table saw having an adjustable blade, a detection system to detect contact between a person and the blade, and a brake mechanism to engage and stop the blade upon detection of contact between the person and the blade is disclosed. The saw includes a brake positioning system that adjusts the position of the brake mechanism to maintain the brake mechanism in an operative position relative to the blade as the position of the blade is adjusted. The saw also may include a retraction system that urges the blade downward, away from a user, upon detection of contact between a person and the blade. The retraction system may include a releasable gear. The saw may be constructed so that the blade is adjustable up and down around a pivot point downstream of the blade relative to the feed direction. | 08-05-2010 |
| 20100207880 | COMPUTER INPUT DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED COMPUTING DEVICES, SOFTWARE, AND METHODS - Computer input devices include a detector adapted to detect relative movement of an input member in x-, y-, and z-dimensions relative to a base point in a base plane, and a controller adapted to send a signal to an associated computing device based at least in part on the relative movement of the input member. Associated computing devices, software, and methods are also disclosed. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20110061768 | Brake mechanism for power equipment - Woodworking machines are disclosed having cutting tools adapted to cut workpieces. The machines include a detection system adapted to detect one or more dangerous conditions between a person and the cutting tool. The machines also include a brake mechanism having one or more braking components adapted to engage and stop the cutting tool in response to the detection of a dangerous condition. | 03-17-2011 |
David S. Deily, Fairport Harbor, OH US
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| 20100294211 | Nocturnal Pet Toys - A simulated mouse toy having a prerecorded sound chip therein is provided which emits a prerecorded sound upon physical movement, such as when swatted, rolled or carried, to encourage pets to continue to play. An illumination device, such as luminescent or chemiluminescent coatings or light emitting diodes (LED's) are operatively connected in conjunction the prerecorded sound chip to simultaneously provide a blinking visual stimulation. | 11-25-2010 |
David S. Delugas, Marietta, GA US
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| 20100131328 | Method and System of Promoting Alternate Dispute Resolution - A method and system of performing an alternate dispute resolution procedure by: providing an alternate dispute entity that is a scheduling service, facilitator and provider of mediation and/or arbitration services. An inviter asks the entity to initiate a mediation or arbitration procedure with an opposing party who has not been informed by the inviter of his/her decision to mediate or arbitrate. The entity extends an invitation to mediate or arbitrator to the opposing party. If the invitee accepts the invitation, the entity selects a mediator from a pool of mediators; and conducts the mediation via webcam on the entities website or at a location selected by said inviter and invitee. | 05-27-2010 |
David S. Drewelow, Escondido, CA US
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| 20090045141 | APPARATUS FOR AERATION OF CONTAMINATED LIQUIDS - Water decontamination systems including aerator modules are described herein. Such systems are capable of removing contaminants, including volatile organic compounds, from the water. Certain volatile organic contaminants can be removed at high efficiencies. The systems may be automated to remove the contaminants and produce cleaned water on a continuous basis. | 02-19-2009 |
David S. Esbrook, Bloomingdale, IL US
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| 20090047062 | QUICK RELEASE GUIDE STUD - A guide stud ( | 02-19-2009 |
David S. Fryd, St. Paul, MN US
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| 20090067700 | Presentation of computer-aided detection/diagnosis (CAD) results - A user may be provided with identified regions of interest superimposed on a larger image, which may permit the user to individually examine the regions of interest. The regions of interest may be independently windowed and/or leveled and/or magnified according to parameters associated with the region of interest, which parameters may be generated by a computer-aided detection algorithm. | 03-12-2009 |
David S. Furuno, San Diego, CA US
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| 20100039933 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR NETWORK SETUP AND MAINTENANCE AND MEDIUM ACCESS CONTROL FOR A WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORK - A sensor network having a first command center and a first access node, comprising a wireless transceiver, coupled to the command center. The sensor network may also include a plurality of nodes individually comprising a wireless transceiver and a directional antenna, wherein each of the plurality of nodes is successively located in a downlink direction relative to the first access node, and is configured to wirelessly communicate via the directional antenna with at least one node of a first neighbor group in a first direction and at least one node of a second neighbor group in a second direction. In addition, a sensor device is individually coupled to at least one of the nodes, and is configured to provide sensor data for the first command center. | 02-18-2010 |
David S. Gibbel, Falls City, OR US
David S. Ginley, Evergreen, CO US
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| 20090280598 | Formation of Copper-Indium-Selenide and/or Copper-Indium-Gallium-Selenide Films from Indium Selenide and Copper Selenide Precursors - Liquid-based indium selenide and copper selenide precursors, including copper-organoselenides, particulate copper selenide suspensions, copper selenide ethylene diamine in liquid solvent, nanoparticlulate indium selenide suspensions, and indium selenide ethylene diamine coordination compounds in solvent, are used to form crystalline copper-indium-selenide, and/or copper indium galium selenide films ( | 11-12-2009 |
| 20090280624 | Precursors for Formation of Copper Selenide, Indium Selenide, Copper Indium Diselenide, and/or Copper Indium Gallium Diselenide Films - Liquid-based precursors for formation of Copper Selenide, Indium Selenide, Copper Indium Diselenide, and/or copper Indium Galium Diselenide include copper-organoselenides, particulate copper selenide suspensions, copper selenide ethylene diamine in liquid solvent, nanoparticulate indium selenide suspensions, and indium selenide ethylene diamine coordination compounds in solvent. These liquid-based precursors can be deposited in liquid form onto substrates and treated by rapid thermal processing to form crystalline copper selenide and indium selenide films. | 11-12-2009 |
| 20100163810 | METAL INKS - Self-reducing metal inks and systems and methods for producing and using the same are disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, a method may comprise selecting a metal-organic (MO) precursor, selecting a reducing agent, and dissolving the MO precursor and the reducing agent in an organic solvent to produce a metal ink that remains in a liquid phase at room temperature. Metal inks, including self-reducing and fire-through metal inks, are also disclosed, as are various applications of the metal inks. | 07-01-2010 |
| 20100209594 | PRINTING ALUMINUM FILMS AND PATTERNED CONTACTS USING ORGANOMETALLIC PRECURSOR INKS | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100300522 | FABRICATION OF CONTACTS FOR SILICON SOLAR CELLS INCLUDING PRINTING BURN THROUGH LAYERS - A method for fabricating a contact ( | 12-02-2010 |
David S. Grummon, E. Lansing, MI US
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| 20090047489 | Composite article having adjustable surface morphology and methods of making and using - Disclosed are composite articles having adjustable surface morphologies, methods of making the composite articles, and methods of using the composite articles. The composite articles generally include an active layer comprising a shape memory material configured to undergo a change in property upon receipt of an activation signal, a bias layer configured to provide a mechanism for the composite article to return to a first shape from a second shape, and an activation device for providing the activation signal to the shape memory material. | 02-19-2009 |
David S. Grummon, East Lansing, MI US
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| 20080290141 | Manufacture of Shape Memory Alloy Cellular Materials and Structures by Transient-Liquid Reactive Joining - This invention discloses a method, using pure niobium as a transient liquid reactive braze material, for fabrication of cellular or honeycomb structures, wire space-frames or other sparse builtup structures or discrete articles using Nitinol (near equiatomic titanium-nickel alloy) and related shape-memory and superelastic alloys. Nitinol shape memory alloys (SMAs), acquired in a form such as corrugated sheet, discrete tubes or wires, may be joined together using the newly discovered technique. Pure niobium when brought into contact with Nitinol at elevated temperature, liquefies at temperatures below the melting point and flows readily into capillary spaces between the elements to be joined, thus forming a strong joint. A series of diagrams of the interface at various stages of brazing is illustrated by FIG. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20110008643 | Manufacture of Shape-Memory Alloy Cellular Materials and Structures by Transient-Liquid Reactive Joining - This invention discloses a method, using pure niobium as a transient liquid reactive braze material, for fabrication of cellular or honeycomb structures, wire space-frames or other sparse builtup structures or discrete articles using Nitinol (near-equiatomic titanium-nickel alloy) and related shape-memory and superelastic alloys. Nitinol shape memory alloys (SMAs), acquired in a form such as corrugated sheet, discrete tubes or wires, may be joined together using the newly discovered joining technique. Pure niobium when brought into contact with nitinol at elevated temperature, liquefies at temperatures below the melting point and flows readily into capillary spaces between the elements to be joined, thus forming a strong joint. | 01-13-2011 |
| 20110009979 | Manufacture of Shape-Memory Alloy Cellular Materials and Structures by Transient-Liquid Reactive Joining - This invention discloses a method, using pure niobium as a transient liquid reactive braze material, for fabrication of cellular or honeycomb structures, wire space-frames or other sparse builtup structures or discrete articles using Nitinol (near-equiatomic titanium-nickel alloy) and related shape-memory and superelastic alloys. Nitinol shape memory alloys (SMAs), acquired in a form such as corrugated sheet, discrete tubes or wires, may be joined together using the newly discovered joining technique. Pure niobium when brought into contact with nitinol at elevated temperature, liquefies at temperatures below the melting point and flows readily into capillary spaces between the elements to be joined, thus forming a strong joint. | 01-13-2011 |
David S. Hidinger, Colleyville, TX US
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| 20080304549 | HYBRID BAND DIRECTED ENERGY TARGET DISRUPTION - A technique for disrupting the operation of a target containing nonlinear electronic devices generally includes generating a high frequency signal; generating a low frequency signal; modulating the high frequency signal with the low frequency signal; and emitting the modulated high frequency signal at the target. | 12-11-2008 |
David S. Hidinger, Colleyvillle, TX US
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| 20090051451 | GYROMAGNETIC PRECESSION OSCILLATOR - The present invention is, in one aspect, a radio frequency source, comprising a gyromagnetic precession oscillator. In a second aspect, the gyromagnetic precession oscillator comprises a closed, non-magnetic, cylindrical outer conductor defining a cavity therein; an axial field solenoid wound about the outer conductor; a non-magnetic, cylindrical inner conductor disposed within the cavity and coaxially aligned with the outer conductor; a plurality of cylindrical ferrite precessors, each defining a respective bore through which the inner conductor runs; a plurality of dividers disposed within and defining a resonant chamber in the cavity; and a dielectric material filling the cavity. In a third aspect, the radio frequency source is actively tunable. In a fourth aspect, the radio frequency source that is tunable pulse-to-pulse. | 02-26-2009 |
David S. Hollstien, Templeton, CA US
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| 20110098576 | NON-INVASIVE IMPLANT RUPTURE DETECTION SYSTEM - Devices and methods for non-invasive implant rupture detection are described herein. Some variations of a non-invasive implant rupture detection device comprise a single optical waveguide, such as a silicone fiber, embedded in the shell of the implantable device where one end of the optical waveguide is connected to a photo emitter and the other end of the waveguide is connected to photo detector. An optical signal successfully transmitted from the photo emitter through an intact optical waveguide to the photo detector indicates that the implant shell is intact, while an optical signal that is transmitted by the photo emitter, but not detected by the photo detector, indicates that there is a discontinuity or rupture in the shell. The status of the implant shell is wirelessly communicated to an external reader and provided to a patient and/or a practitioner. | 04-28-2011 |
David S. Jablonsky, Northbrook, IL US
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| 20080203269 | MAGNETIC STEP PINS ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF INSTALLATION - A magnetic step pin assembly for a concrete structure including an elongated plate having at least one magnet installed on a first side of the plate and at least two step pin pegs extending from a second side of the plate, and a plurality of cam pins for insertion into holes formed by the at least two step pin pegs, thereby forming a ladder for the concrete structure. | 08-28-2008 |
| 20080209844 | ANCHOR SYSTEM FOR CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION - An anchor system and method to provide support in concrete construction including a concrete-embeddable body having an aperture, one or more concrete anchor legs situated on a first plane, and one or more concrete anchor members situated on a second plane that is different from the first plane, and a strap having a matable head and an elongated strap body, wherein the matable head of the strap lockingly engages the aperture of the concrete-embeddable body. | 09-04-2008 |
David S. Jebens, Campbell, CA US
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| 20080285017 | Fiber Damage Detection and Protection Device - A medical laser system and related methods of monitoring optical fibers to determine if an optical fiber cap on the optical fiber is in imminent danger of failure. The laser system includes a photodetector for converting returned light from the optical fiber cap to an electronic signal for comparison to a trigger threshold value known to be indicative imminent fiber cap failure. The returned light can be the main laser treatment wavelength, an auxiliary wavelength such as an aiming beam or infrared wavelengths generated by a temperature of the optical fiber cap. In the event the electronic signal reaches the trigger threshold value, the laser system can be temporarily shut-off or the power output can be reduced. | 11-20-2008 |
David S. Jones, Belfast GB
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| 20090292357 | MATERIAL AND USES THEREOF - A material comprising at least one polymer and at least one sensitizer wherein the sensitizer is localised at a surface of the material wherein the sensitizer is an agent or compound able to provide improved anti-bacterial and/or anti-viral activity following exposure of the sensitizer to a particular wavelength or range of wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation. | 11-26-2009 |
David S. Kauffman, Vancouver CA
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| 20080204772 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROCESSING A PRINT ORDER - A printing system allows a print buyer to submit an electronic print order. The system analyzes the print order to determine whether a print configuration dictated by the print order can accurately reproduce all of the colors of the associated printing content. The system provides the print buyer with information to determine whether a different print configuration that improves color accuracy has an acceptable production impact for the print order. | 08-28-2008 |
| 20090249243 | METHOD FOR CONTROLLING INFORMATION DISPLAY - A system and method for controlling the display of multiple pieces of information in adjacent regions of a display area is presented. A user control for the interface between the regions is provided so that a single type of user input provided to the control can contextually alter various characteristics of the interface. | 10-01-2009 |
David S. Koltick, Lafayette, IN US
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| 20090225922 | Neutron flux source and use thereof - The patent specification and claims disclose a neutron flux source supplying both monoenergentic neutrons and a spectrum of neutron energies similar to the neutron emission of | 09-10-2009 |
David S. Koltick US
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| 20100090097 | Cargo inspection system for Special Nuclear Materials (SNM) - A system and method for detection of special nuclear materials within a larger space is disclosed and claimed. Gamma rays emitted from special nuclear materials upon neutron interrogation detected. An associated-particle neutron generator provides interrogation neutrons. | 04-15-2010 |
David S. Kosson, Brentwood, TN US
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| 20090044605 | DEVICE FOR LEACHING EXTRACTION AND ASSESSMENT - A apparatus and process for quantifying of contaminants, wherein the apparatus comprises a container that includes a housing to support a sample, and a gel elastomer inside the enclosure. The gel elastomer is capable of absorbing the contaminants that are leached from the sample. The gel may be a PDMS gel, and is preferable coated on a, or the side wall of the apparatus. After a period of time, the gel is analyzed for the presence and amount of contaminants. | 02-19-2009 |
David S. Kowlessar, Alexandria, VA US
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| 20090056560 | SIP AND DIP COOKIE APPARATUS - A sip and cookie dipper apparatus. The sip and cookie dipper apparatus is made up of a straw holder, a detachable cookie holder, and a cookie holder attachment mechanism. The straw holder defines a through bore with open opposite ends. At least one straw stabilizing member is located inside the through-bore. The cookie holder attachment mechanism is attached to the bottom end of the straw holder and is used to reversibly attach the detachable cookie holder to the straw holder. In one embodiment, the detachable cookie holder includes first and second outer slots and a central slot, wherein removable side-inserts fit into the first and second outer slots. Optional images of interest are disposed on the side-inserts. In another embodiment, detachable cookie holder is a one-piece detachable cookie holder lacking first and second outer slots and the central slot, and has permanent sides in place of removable side-inserts. | 03-05-2009 |
| 20090133586 | SIP AND DIP COOKIE APPARATUS - A sip and dip cookie apparatus. The sip and cookie dipper apparatus is made up of an upper elongated portion configured to hold a straw, a lower portion configured to hold a cookie, and a cookie cover. The upper elongated portion and lower portion are integrally connected. | 05-28-2009 |
David S. Kulakofsky, Katy, TX US
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| 20100230102 | Methods of Extending the Shelf Life of and Revitalizing Lightweight Beads for Use in Cement Compositions - In an embodiment, the shelf life of lightweight beads to be used in a cement composition may be extended by combining the lightweight beads with a fluid such as water to inhibit the lightweight beads from forming an agglomeration while they are being stored or transported. In another embodiment, lightweight beads that have already formed an agglomeration may be revitalized for use in a cement composition by adding a fluid such as water to the lightweight beads to reduce a size of the agglomeration. The agglomeration may originally have a width greater than or equal to about 1 inch. Adding the fluid to the lightweight beads may cause at least a portion of the beads to separate from the agglomeration into individual beads having a width of less than or equal to about 200 microns. | 09-16-2010 |
David S. Lehtonen, Austin, TX US
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| 20100327417 | ELECTRONIC DEVICE HAVING A MOLDING COMPOUND INCLUDING A COMPOSITE MATERIAL - An electronic device includes a packaged integrated circuit having an integrated circuit die having an active surface, and a molding compound overlaying the active surface of the integrated circuit die. In a particular embodiment, the packaged integrated circuit includes at least approximately five weight percent (5 wt %) zinc relative to the molding compound. In another embodiment, the packaged integrated circuit includes approximately 0.3 μmol/cm | 12-30-2010 |
David S. Liebeskind, Los Angeles, CA US
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| 20100318114 | Venous Modulation of Collateral Perfusion of Cerebral Ischemia - A patient in whom blood diversion due to cerebral venous steal is present, and abolishment of the cerebral venous steal is indicated, is treated by increasing the cerebral venous pressure in the patient. This increase in cerebral venous pressure restores the collapsed cerebral vasculature, thereby increasing cerebral blood flow. The increase in cerebral venous pressure may be achieved using an occluding catheter in the superior vena cava or the internal jugular veins, using external compression of the cervical veins, or any other suitable mechanism. The occlusion may be controlled precisely during treatment, possibly as a function of cerebral blood flow, and after treatment the patient may experience a persistent effect because the cerebral vasculature is no longer collapsed. | 12-16-2010 |
David S. Liscinsky, Glastonbury, CT US
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| 20080251128 | ARRANGEMENT FOR CONTROLLING FLUID JETS INJECTED INTO A FLUID STREAM - In an air mixing arrangement wherein a primary fluid is introduced through an opening in a wall to be mixed with a secondary fluid flowing along the wall surface, the opening is airfoil shaped with its leading edge being orientated at an attack angle with respect to the secondary fluid flow stream so as to thereby enhance the penetration and dispersion of the primary fluid stream into the secondary fluid stream. The airfoil shaped opening is selectively positioned such that its angle of attack provides the desired lift to optimize the mixing of the two streams for the particular application. In one embodiment, a collar is provided around the opening to prevent the secondary fluid from contacting the surface of the wall during certain conditions of operation. Multiple openings maybe used such as the combination of a larger airfoil shaped opening with a smaller airfoil shaped opened positioned downstream thereof, or a round shaped opening placed upstream of an airfoil shaped opening. Pairs of openings and associated collars maybe placed in symmetric relationship so as to promote mixing in particular applications, and nozzles maybe placed on the inner side of wall to enhance the flow characteristics of the primary fluid. | 10-16-2008 |
| 20090032615 | ARRANGEMENT FOR CONTROLLING FLUID JETS INJECTED INTO A FLUID STREAM - In an air mixing arrangement wherein a primary fluid is introduced through an opening in a wall to be mixed with a secondary fluid flowing along the wall surface, the opening is airfoil shaped with its leading edge being orientated at an attack angle with respect to the secondary fluid flow stream so as to thereby enhance the penetration and dispersion of the primary fluid stream into the secondary fluid stream. The airfoil shaped opening is selectively positioned such that its angle of attack provides the desired lift to optimize the mixing of the two streams for the particular application. In one embodiment, a collar is provided around the opening to prevent the secondary fluid from contacting the surface of the wall during certain conditions of operation. Multiple openings maybe used such as the combination of a larger airfoil shaped opening with a smaller airfoil shaped opened positioned downstream thereof, or a round shaped opening placed upstream of an airfoil shaped opening. Pairs of openings and associated collars maybe placed in symmetric relationship so as to promote mixing in particular applications, and nozzles maybe placed on the inner side of wall to enhance the flow characteristics of the primary fluid. | 02-05-2009 |
| 20110061362 | ARRANGEMENT FOR CONTROLLING FLUID JETS INJECTED INTO A FLUID STREAM - In an air mixing arrangement wherein a primary fluid is introduced through an opening in a wall to be mixed with a secondary fluid flowing along the wall surface, the opening is airfoil shaped with its leading edge being orientated at an attack angle with respect to the secondary fluid flow stream so as to thereby enhance the penetration and dispersion of the primary fluid stream into the secondary fluid stream. The airfoil shaped opening is selectively positioned such that its angle of attack provides the desired lift to optimize the mixing of the two streams for the particular application. In one embodiment, a collar is provided around the opening to prevent the secondary fluid from contacting the surface of the wall during certain conditions of operation. Multiple openings maybe used such as the combination of a larger airfoil shaped opening with a smaller airfoil shaped opened positioned downstream thereof, or a round shaped opening placed upstream of an airfoil shaped opening. Pairs of openings and associated collars maybe placed in symmetric relationship so as to promote mixing in particular applications, and nozzles maybe placed on the inner side of wall to enhance the flow characteristics of the primary fluid. | 03-17-2011 |
| 20110162591 | ASSISTED COMMISSIONING METHOD FOR COMBUSTION CONTROL SYSTEM - A method is provided for commissioning a combustion control system for controlling operation of a boiler combustion system. The method includes the step of mapping a plurality of sets of coordinated servo positions for the fuel flow control device and the air flow control device at a plurality of selected firing rate points between a minimum firing rate and a maximum firing rate by using an algorithm and an iterative process to identify the coordinated air and fuel actuator positions instead of a trial and error method. | 07-07-2011 |
David S. Menaldino, Atlanta, GA US
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| 20100075945 | GRAM-POSITIVE CARBAPENEM ANTIBACTERIALS AND PROCESSES FOR THEIR PREPARATION - The present invention provides β-methyl carbapenem compounds and pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of bacterial infections and methods for treating such infections using such compounds and/or compositions. The invention includes administering an effective amount of a carbapenem compound or salt and/or prodrug thereof to a host in need of such a treatment. The present invention is also in the field of synthetic organic chemistry and is specifically provides an improved method of synthesis of β-methyl carbapenems which are useful as antibacterial agents. | 03-25-2010 |
David S. Nansen, Bellevue, WA US
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| 20100021578 | Apparatus For Forming And Heat Treating Structural Assemblies - There are provided an apparatus and an associated method for manufacturing superplastically formed structural assemblies from preforms. The apparatus includes first and second co-operable dies structured to define a die cavity therebetween for at least partially receiving the preform, at least one heater in thermal communication with the die cavity for heating the preform to a forming temperature, and at least one injector in fluid communication with the die cavity. The injector is structured for injecting pressurized gas into the die cavity to urge the preform against one of the dies to form the preform into the structural assembly. Further, at least one of the injectors is structured for injecting a quenchant into the die cavity to thereby heat treat the structural assembly while distortion of the structural assembly is being at least partially restrained by at least one of the dies. | 01-28-2010 |
David S. Newburg, Newtonville, MA US
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| 20090191551 | Use of Secretor, Lewis and Sialyl Antigen Levels in Clinical Samples as Predictors of Risk for Disease - An individual at risk for necrotizing enterocolitis and related disorders can be identified by measuring the level of at least one secretor antigen in a biological sample from the individual and comparing the measured level of the at least one secretor antigen to a predetermined value or a predetermined range of values. Among the secretor antigens which can be measured are: the H-1, H-2, Lewis | 07-30-2009 |
| 20090197806 | ADIPONECTIN FOR TREATMENT OF VARIOUS DISORDERS - Methods for treating various disorders by orally administering adiponectin or a biologically active fragment thereof are described. | 08-06-2009 |
| 20100279308 | RAPID LATERAL FLOW GLYCAN-DETECTING DEVICE - A glycan-detecting device containing a sample pad, a membrane in communication with the sample pad, a labeled lectin, an immobilized lectin of the same type, and an immobilized antibody specific to the lectin. | 11-04-2010 |
David S. Pearl, Ii, Fort Lauderdale, FL US
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| 20100282336 | Flushing unit and flushing system for flushing vapor compression systems - A flushing unit for flushing vapor compressions systems with a flushing agent. The flushing unit includes a pressure relief member to ensure that the reservoir containing the flushing agent is not over-pressurized. In certain embodiments, the flushing unit is adapted to be in communication with a driving fluid or propellant, such as an inert gas or a flushing gas, and with a source of a flushing agent, such as a reservoir. The flushing unit includes a valve that, when opened, causes the driving fluid to flow into the reservoir containing the flushing agent and displace the flushing agent from the reservoir, causing it to ultimately flow into the system being flushed such as via a suitable hand-held injector. In the event the pressure in the reservoir exceeds a predetermined level, a pressure relief valve in the flushing unit is automatically actuated, thereby relieving pressure in the otherwise closed system. | 11-11-2010 |
David S. Pesetsky, Greenville, SC US
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| 20110103950 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A CONTROLLED FLOW OF FLUID TO OR FROM A WIND TURBINE BLADE SURFACE - A wind turbine blade system having a blade rotatably attached to a rotor of a wind turbine. The system further includes a controller and one or more openings disposed along at least one surface of the blade and a fluid moving device arranged and disposed to provide a fluid to or from the one or more openings. A controlled amount of the fluid is provided to the one or more openings. The amount of fluid is determined by the controller. A wind turbine and a method for operating a wind turbine are also disclosed. | 05-05-2011 |
David S. Pitou, San Jose, CA US
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| 20080283730 | CMOS IMAGE SENSOR USING GRADIENT INDEX CHIP SCALE LENSES - A camera module includes a gradient index lens on a spacer plate attached over an array of pixel sensors and associated micro lenses. The spacer plate and gradient index lens can be formed at the wafer level during the manufacture of multiple camera modules. A process for manufacturing the camera modules thus provides tolerances and yields provided by wafer processing techniques rather than mechanical assembly. | 11-20-2008 |
David S. Randol, Odessa, FL US
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| 20100023061 | LOCKING MECHANISM WITH TWO-PIECE WASHER - Locking mechanisms and methods of fixation, such as the fixation of a fixation device like a bone screw and of a rod to the spine. The locking mechanism includes a body, a rod seat and a set screw. The rod seat is configured to separate into two pieces when the rod exerts force on the top portion of the washer and the set screw limits movement of the washer toward the bottom of the locking mechanism. | 01-28-2010 |
David S. Rich, Ii, Huntington Beach, CA US
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| 20090326757 | SCAN TOOL USER INTERFACE - A scan tool is provided which comprises a housing which houses a display and six mode buttons. The scan tool is communicable with an OBD of an automobile and provides information retrieved therefrom to a user of the scan tool in an efficient and effective manner. In particular, the display displays a plurality of information on one screen. For example, the display may display information related to I/M Monitor Status simultaneously with MIL status, stored, pending or historical codes. Further, the scan tool allows the user to switch between modes by depressing the mode button of the mode without having to manually exit the current mode and manually enter the mode. | 12-31-2009 |
David S. Rougvie, Appleton, WI US
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| 20090090425 | Flat woven full width on-machine-seamable fabric - A laminated on-machine-seamable industrial fabric made from a flat woven full width base fabric layer wherein the base fabric layer is folded inwardly and flattened to produce a fabric with seaming loops disposed at the two widthwise edges. | 04-09-2009 |
David S. Schwerzler, Chagrin Falls, OH US
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| 20100247721 | Method and system for controlling smoker device integral to an oven - A smoker device having a low profile fits beneath the lower most rack of an oven thereby allowing full use of all possible shelves of the oven. The smoker device comprises a uniquely shaped bi-level heater element that allows the smoker device pan to be cradled just above the bottom wall of the oven chamber. A method and system allow a processor control of the smoker device manually or automatically as a part of a programmed recipe. | 09-30-2010 |
David S. Schwerzler, Chargin Falls, OH US
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| 20100258550 | METHOD AND STEAMING OVEN AND COLLECTOR PLATE - A steaming oven having a collector plate disposed in an oven chamber. A collector plate is disposed above a boiling water reservoir in the oven chamber. The collector plate has a drain tube inserted into an overfill tube. Waste material from the steam and food droppings is conveyed from the oven chamber via the drain tube and the overfill tube. A barrier shields one or more water level probes or sensors from water turbulence, thereby providing reliable water level sensing by the water level probes or sensors. | 10-14-2010 |
David S. Segletes, York, SC US
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| 20110031301 | Joining of Electrical Generator Components - A method for joining components to be used in an electrical generator. First and second components are provided. The first and second components are preheated and a reactive bonding material is disposed between and in contact with the first and second components. The reactive bonding material includes a first material, which is a brazing material, and a second material that is capable of melting the first material upon an initiation of an exothermic reaction in the second material. An exothermic reaction is initiated in the second material to effect a release of thermal energy from the second material to melt the first material. Upon a cooling and solidification of the first material, the first material creates a bond between a first surface of the first component and a second surface of the second component to join the first and second components together. | 02-10-2011 |
David S. Seiver, St. Louis, MO US
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| 20100131247 | PREPARATION AND OPTIMIZATION OF OXYGENATED GASOLINES - A process for controlling the composition of an xBOB so that the xBOB will yield an oxygenate-containing gasoline which precisely meets desired specifications when mixed with the desired amount of oxygenate. The process involves blending a plurality of blendstocks to produce an xBOB, withdrawing a sample of the xBOB, obtaining spectroscopic measurements for the sample, applying mathematical models that were based on correlation of xBOB spectra to associated oxygenate-containing gasoline properties, to predict laboratory analysis results for oxygenate-containing gasoline properties, and using the analysis results to control and optimize the blending process. | 05-27-2010 |
David S. Shames, Dallas, TX US
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| 20090099109 | INTERFERING RNAS AGAINST THE PROMOTER REGION OF P53 - The present invention relates to the inhibition of p53 transcription by interfering with the activity of a p53 promoter using inhibitory double-stranded RNAs. Use of these inhibitory RNAs in the treatment of cancers also is disclosed. | 04-16-2009 |
David S. Shiller, Pittsburgh, PA US
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| 20080225531 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FAUX CAN LIGHTING - Methods and apparatus for a flush mounted CFL downlight. In an exemplary embodiment, a downlight lighting device includes a base adapted for engagement to a surface of a structure, a compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) coupled to the base, and a ballast integrally coupled to the base and electrically coupled to the CFL, the ballast and the CFL being generally parallel, wherein the device is configured to be flush mounted on the surface. | 09-18-2008 |
David S. St. Leger-Andrews, San Carlos, CA US
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| 20100004963 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR IDENTIFYING A BUSINESS ORGANIZATION THAT NEEDS TRANSFORMATION - A method and system for identifying a business organization that needs transformation is provided. In one implementation the method and system may include providing information, such as financial, marketing, and internal information, related to a business organization; determining from the information whether the business organization has had a performance trigger; adding the business organization to a list of transformation candidates if the determination identifies the business organization as having had a performance trigger; and displaying on a display device whether the business organization is a candidate for transformation. | 01-07-2010 |
David S. Surry, Boston, MA US
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| 20090221820 | Ligands for Transition-Metal-Catalyzed Cross-Couplings, and Methods of Use Thereof - Ligands for transition metals are disclosed herein, which may be used in various transition-metal-catalyzed carbon-heteroatom and carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions. The disclosed methods provide improvements in many features of the transition-metal-catalyzed reactions, including the range of suitable substrates, number of catalyst turnovers, reaction conditions, and efficiency. For example, improvements have been realized in transition-metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions. | 09-03-2009 |
David S. Teppo, East Grand Rapids, MI US
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| 20090001793 | BACK SUPPORT FOR SEATING UNIT - A back support includes a base, a seat, and a back frame pivoted to the base. The seating unit has a flexible back (i.e., back shell) supported on the back frame and having stiff upper and lower sections connected by a forwardly protruding flexible lumbar section for providing lumbar support to a seated user. A spring mechanism is connected to the back frame and to a center lower edge of the flexible back. The spring mechanism biases the flexible back to bias the lumbar toward a forwardly protruding shape to provide optimal lumbar support when in the upright position and also during recline of the seated user. | 01-01-2009 |
David S. Trinler, Fairview, TX US
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| 20100138750 | PRESENTING NETWORK PERFORMANCE DATA IN THE CONTEXT OF A MAP OF PATH MODEL OBJECTS - Methods and systems for improved visual presentation and organization of network performance data are provided. According to one embodiment, a method is provided for displaying performance data. Information is received regarding a selected path of multiple paths associated with network elements that are part of a service provider network (e.g., a DWDM network). A map of the selected path is displayed responsive to receipt of the information regarding the selected path. The map of the selected path includes (i) graphical representations of participating network elements of the network elements that are associated with the selected path and (ii) graphical representations of client ports, line ports and port connections associated with the participating network elements. Along with the map, information regarding performance data associated with the participating network elements is also displayed. The performance data includes optical power levels upon entry to and exit from each of the participating network elements. | 06-03-2010 |
David S. Trollope, Naperville, IL US
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| 20090001541 | Method and apparatus for stackable modular integrated circuits - Systems and methods for vertically stacking integrated circuit (IC) modules on a motherboard to conserve motherboard space and reduce power consumption are disclosed. IC modules can comprise processor circuitry, memory elements, communication circuitry, etc. Pins on each IC module can be directly inserted into lower IC module or into a socket layer that couples the IC modules. Heat generated by the IC modules can be dissipated by inserting heat dissipation layers into the vertical stack, between IC modules, or by placing a heat-dissipating sleeve around the stack. The IC modules themselves and/or heat-generating regions therein may be misaligned on their respective socket layers to further facilitate dissipating heat. Module stacks are scalable in that a user may add memory and/or processor modules as desired to increase device capability. | 01-01-2009 |
| 20090006347 | Method and apparatus for conditional search operators - Systems and methods for refining search results in response to a user query are disclosed. A search term can comprise a queried data sets coupled with a fundamental operator (e.g., AND, OR, NOT, etc.), and one or more conditional operators that filter at least one of the data sets prior to execution of the fundamental operator in order to reduce the size of the result set. Post-processing conditional operators can be applied after execution of the fundamental operator to further filter the result set. According to one aspect, conditional operators comprise a mathematical operator and a numerical value. | 01-01-2009 |
David S. Uerz, Ontario, NY US
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| 20080207805 | INKJET INK SET FOR HIGH IMAGE QUALITY ON PHOTOGLOSSY PAPER AND PLAIN PAPER - A water based inkjet ink set with excellent image stability, durability and quality, comprising at least one cyan ink, at least one magenta ink, at least one yellow ink, at least one black ink, and at least one colorless protective ink, wherein: | 08-28-2008 |
| 20090169761 | INKJET INK SETS FOR HIGH SPEED PRINTING ON PLAIN PAPERS AND GLOSSY MEDIA - An inkjet ink set comprising a cyan ink, a magenta ink and a yellow ink, wherein each of said cyan, magenta and yellow inks individually comprises at least 65% water, between 1% and 5% by weight of a dispersed pigment colorant, a surfactant that reduces static surface tension, a dynamic surface tension reducing agent distinct from the surfactant, and at least one humectant distinct from the surfactant and the dynamic surface tension reducing agent; wherein said surfactant, said dynamic surface tension reducing agent and said humectant can be the same or different between said cyan, magenta and yellow inks; and wherein each of said cyan, magenta and yellow inks is characterized by exhibiting a viscosity normalized dynamic surface tension at surface refresh ages of 0.01 s of less than 23.0 mN/(m*cP); and wherein the average viscosity normalized dynamic surface tension at a surface refresh age of 0.01 s for said cyan, magenta and yellow inks taken together is less than 22.0 mN/(m*cP). | 07-02-2009 |
David S. Uetrecht, Palos Verdes Estates, CA US
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| 20090078829 | SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR SIMULTANEOUS MOMENTUM DUMPING AND ORBIT CONTROL - The present system and methods enable simultaneous momentum dumping and orbit control of a spacecraft, such as a geostationary satellite. Control equations according to the present system and methods generate accurate station-keeping commands quickly and efficiently, reducing the number of maneuvers needed to maintain station and allowing station-keeping maneuvers to be performed with a single burn. Additional benefits include increased efficiency in propellant usage, and extension of the satellite's lifespan. The present system and methods also enable tighter orbit control, reduction in transients and number of station-keeping thrusters aboard the satellite. The present methods also eliminate the need for the thrusters to point through the center of mass of the satellite, which in turn reduces the need for dedicated station-keeping thrusters. The present methods also facilitate completely autonomous orbit control and angular momentum control using. | 03-26-2009 |
David S. Utterberg, Seattle, WA US
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| 20080228125 | Methods and Devices for Rendering Different Types of Patient Access Devices Compatible with Different Types of Tubing Sets - In general, this invention relates to methods and devices for introducing and/or draining fluids into and/or from a patient's body. Methods and devices are provided for rendering conventional tubing sets, or fluid flow sets, which are normally coupleable with only specific complementary patient access devices, compatible with other access devices also. In accordance with one aspect of the invention, methods and devices are provided which render conventional extracorporeal tubing sets to be interchangeably connectable with other specific transcutaneous catheters. In yet another aspect of the invention, non-conventional tubing sets and corresponding non-conventional access devices for use in hemodialysis, or hemofiltration, are provided such that specific tubing sets and access devices can be used interchangeably. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080303267 | Fluid flow connector permitting forceful lateral separation - A fluid flow connector comprises a connector body which carries a first connector tube having a lumen for receiving a second connector tube when the connectors are joined. The first connector tube has a lumen and a lumen wall. The first connector tube typically has an end portion that carries a plurality of circumferentially spaced, outerwardly extending lugs to engage the second connector tube when connected. The fluid flow connector is made of a plastic having a flexural modulus that is low enough to allow deformation, permitting a connected, engaging second connector to pop loose from connection with the fluid flow connector when laterally struck, rather than breaking the fluid flow connector. Also, the first, fluid flow connector may optionally be frictionally retained in a retracted position where fluid flow is blocked through the connectors by a skirt of the second connector, which skirt has an inner diameter in frictional engagement with radially outer surfaces of the lugs of the first connector, for frictional retention of the connectors. | 12-11-2008 |
| 20100076362 | INJECTION AND HEMOSTASIS SITE - A pad of elastomeric material having a softness of no more than about durometer 50 Shore 00. The pad may carry adhesive and/or a housing for adhering the pad to a surface, either directly or indirectly through an envelope which surrounds the pad and carries the adhesive. Such a pad exhibits hemostatic and leak prevention properties against needle puncture holes in the skin or the wall of a hollow medical device. Particularly, hemostasis may be prevented with low pressure application of the pad to the skin. The pad may be previously applied to the skin of the patient or a wall of a medical device such as tubing or a solution bag, and the needle may then penetrate both the pad and the skin or medical device wall, to make a resealable puncture with leakage reduction and hemostasis when the needle is withdrawn. | 03-25-2010 |
David S. Vejtasa, Poway, CA US
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| 20110052293 | POST IMAGE TRANSFER FINISHING IN LIQUID ELECTRO-PHOTOGRAPHIC PRINTING - In one embodiment, an LEP print engine includes a post image transfer finishing unit configured to alter a surface texture of the toner image on a print medium to a more uniform surface texture. In one embodiment, an LEP print engine includes a post image transfer finishing unit configured to simultaneously apply heat and pressure to the toner image on the print medium. | 03-03-2011 |
David S. Vejtasa, San Diego, CA US
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| 20080252680 | Hybrid electro-photographic/ink-jet press print systems and primers - Electro-photographic press print systems, methods of disposing a fluid onto a substrate in an electro-photographic press print system, and electro-photographic ink primers, are disclosed. | 10-16-2008 |
David S. Wang, Newark, CA US
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| 20080271085 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EFFECTIVELY IMPLEMENTING A PERSONAL CHANNEL FOR INTERACTIVE TELEVISION - A system and method for effectively implementing a personal channel for interactive television comprises a personal channel manager that may include a configuration module, a search module, and a content packaging module. A system user may utilize the configuration module to perform a personal channel configuration procedure to specify personal channel configuration data for performing a content record search procedure. The search module may manage the content record search procedure according to one or more search parameters that may be defined during the personal channel configuration procedure. The search module may selectively locate and access one or more content records from one or more remote content databases during the foregoing content record search procedure. The content packaging module may then responsively coordinate a content record sorting procedure according to user-specified sorting criteria to thereby organize the located content records into a personal channel program. The personal channel program may then be presented upon a television device for viewing by the system user. | 10-30-2008 |
David S. Williams, Chesterfield GB
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| 20080309018 | Seal arrangement - Leaf seal arrangements | 12-18-2008 |
David S. Willits, Long Lake, MN US
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| 20100084752 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPLEMENTING A WAFER LEVEL HERMETIC INTERFACE CHIP - Systems and methods for enabling hermetic sealing at the wafer level during fabrication of a microelectromechanical sensor (MEMS) device. The MEMS device has a specialized hermetic interface chip (HIC) that facilitates a stable hermetic sealing process. The HIC includes a plurality of vias in a substrate layer, a plurality of mesas having etched portions, a seal ring, a plurality of conductive leads on a first side of the HIC, and a plurality of conductive leads on a second side of the HIC. The plurality of conductive leads on the first side of the HIC feeds from the etched portions of the plurality of mesas through the plurality of vias in the substrate layer to the plurality of conductive leads on the second side of the HIC. The conductive leads are capable of connecting an external circuit to the MEMS device. | 04-08-2010 |
David S. Wisherd, Carmel, CA US
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| 20080266131 | SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LOCATING AND/OR TRACKING ASSETS - A system is provided for tracking an asset within a geographic area. The system includes an antenna mast supportable by, and extending upward from, an object configured to move or facilitate movement of the asset. The antenna mast is capable of supporting a plurality of wireless locating units of a plurality of geo-spatial positioning systems, which are configured to locate a respective one or more locating units, and thereby the asset, within the geographic area. The system also includes a controller positionable on the object and configured to control operation of the wireless locating units. The controller is further configured to direct transmission of data to a host via one of the locating units or another wireless transmitter, and in a manner that accounts for a wireless link between the respective locating unit or other wireless transmitter and the host. | 10-30-2008 |
David S. Yaney, Poolesville, MD US
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| 20090184835 | System, Device and Method For Providing Power Outage and Restoration Notification - A system, computer program product and method to provide information related to a power distribution system based on information provided by a plurality of network elements electrically connected to a plurality of power lines of the power distribution system at a plurality of locations is provided. In one embodiment, the method comprises receiving a notification from a group of network elements that have detected a voltage signature indicating an imminent power outage, determining location information of the power outage, outputting the location information of the power outage, receiving a live notification from a first network element of the group of network elements indicating a first power restoration at a location of the first network element, determining location information of the first power restoration, and outputting the location information of the first power restoration. | 07-23-2009 |
| 20090187285 | Method and Apparatus for Communicating Power Distribution Event and Location - A system, device, and method of providing information for a power distribution system is provided. In one embodiment, a method of using a device that receives power from the low voltage power of the power distribution system and experiences a power loss during a local power outage may perform the processes of monitoring a voltage of the low voltage power line, detecting a voltage reduction below a threshold voltage for a predetermined time period, storing information of the voltage reduction in a non-volatile memory prior to the power outage, and transmitting a notification to a remote computer system prior to the outage. The monitoring may comprise making a plurality of measurements of the voltage during a time interval and averaging the plurality of voltage measurements. In addition, the method may include transmitting an alert message upon power up after the outage to indicate a power restoration local to the device. | 07-23-2009 |
David S. Zamierowsi, Overland Park, KS US
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| 20080293025 | HEALTHCARE TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A healthcare simulation system includes a mannequin with active physiological characteristics, a display monitor adapted for displaying physiological parameters and a computer for controlling the mannequin and the monitor. A healthcare simulation method includes the steps of programming the computer with healthcare scenarios, operating active characteristics of the mannequin and dynamically displaying physiological parameters corresponding to patient vital signs. | 11-27-2008 |
David S. Zamierowski, Overland Park, KS US
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| 20080228221 | SCREEN DEVICES AND METHODS FOR CLOSING TISSUE SEPARATIONS - A medical closure screen device for a separation of first and second tissue portions is provided, which includes a mesh screen comprising tubular vertical risers, vertical strands with barbed filaments, and horizontal spacers connecting the risers and strands in a grid-like configuration. An optional perimeter member partly surrounds the screen and can comprise a perimeter tube fluidically coupled with the vertical risers to form a tubing assembly. Various input/output devices can optionally be connected to the perimeter tube ends for irrigating and/or draining the separation according to methodologies of the present invention. Separation closure, irrigation and drainage methodologies are disclosed utilizing various combinations of closure screens, tubing, sutures, fluid transfer elements and gradient force sources. The use of mechanical forces associated with barbed strands for repositionably securing separated tissues together is disclosed. The use of same for eliminating or reducing the formation of subcutaneous voids or pockets, which can potentially form hematoma and seroma effects, is also disclosed. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080228222 | MEDICAL CLOSURE METHODS AND SCREEN DEVICES - A medical closure screen device for a separation of first and second tissue portions is provided, which includes a mesh screen comprising tubular vertical risers, vertical strands with barbed filaments, and horizontal spacers connecting the risers and strands in a grid-like configuration. An optional perimeter member partly surrounds the screen and can comprise a perimeter tube fluidically coupled with the vertical risers to form a tubing assembly. Various input/output devices can optionally be connected to the perimeter tube ends for irrigating and/or draining the separation according to methodologies of the present invention. Separation closure, irrigation and drainage methodologies are disclosed utilizing various combinations of closure screens, tubing, sutures, fluid transfer elements and gradient force sources. The use of mechanical forces associated with barbed strands for repositionably securing separated tissues together is disclosed. The use of same for eliminating or reducing the formation of subcutaneous voids or pockets, which can potentially form hematoma and seroma effects, is also disclosed. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080300625 | INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL MEDICAL CLOSURE SCREEN SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An internal and external medical closure system for a separation of first and second tissue portions is provided, which includes a mesh screen comprising tubular vertical risers, vertical strands with barbed filaments, and horizontal spacers connecting the risers and strands in a grid-like configuration. An optional perimeter member partly surrounds the screen and can comprise a perimeter tube fluidically coupled with the vertical risers to form a tubing assembly. Various input/output devices can optionally be connected to the perimeter tube ends for irrigating and/or draining the separation according to methodologies of the present invention. Separation closure, irrigation and drainage methodologies are disclosed utilizing various combinations of closure screens, tubing, sutures, fluid transfer elements and gradient force sources. The use of mechanical forces associated with barbed strands for repositionably securing separated tissues together is disclosed. The use of same for eliminating or reducing the formation of subcutaneous voids or pockets, which can potentially form hematoma and seroma effects, is also disclosed. Further disclosed are alternative embodiment medical closure screen installation systems and methods. | 12-04-2008 |
| 20090102919 | AUDIO-VIDEO SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS - An AV system and method for teleconferencing includes input and output subsystems. The input subsystem includes at least a pair of cameras and a microphone. The cameras can be mounted on a portable cart and adapted for repositioning in order to provide optimum camera spacing and angles to accommodate particular subject matter being covered. The input subsystem is connected to a controller, which can be connected to the Internet or some other network whereby systems at various sites can be linked for teleconferencing multiple participants, who can be either geographically remote from each other or located in close proximity. The output subsystem includes multi-screen displays, which are configured for simulating live participation by viewers. The display devices can be mounted on the cart, along with speakers for playing audio content. | 04-23-2009 |
| 20100152618 | Medical measuring device and method - A subsurface wound measuring device and method are provided for measuring a subsurface wound or cavity of a patient, the device including a flexible strip having a first and second section, said sections having a first and second ends respectively with an intermediate bend being located between the first and second ends. The first end is adapted for being located internally to a patient, the second end being adapted for being located externally to the patient. The first and second sections have generally concave shaped cross-sections with measuring indicia being located along at least one of the sections. The device also optionally includes a measuring strip and a receiver mounted on the second end for receiving the measuring strip, where the measuring strip and the flexible strip form complementary structure for measuring a subsurface wound or cavity. | 06-17-2010 |
David S. Zamsky, Marietta, GA US
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| 20090281857 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTEGRATED GLOBAL SHIPPING AND VISIBILITY - Disclosed is an integrated global shipment system that provides end-to-end visibility of the movement of a package. The integrated global shipment system employs a shipment consolidating application for integrating one or more freight tracking systems with one or more end-delivery systems. As a result, shippers are provided with complete visibility of the movement of their shipments of goods from an origin country to a destination country and till the final consignees. In addition, the integrated shipment system significantly decreases the cost of managing inventories by providing a virtual inventory solution. Under this virtual inventory solution, suppliers are able to bypass distribution centers and delay allocation of goods until after the importation of goods into a destination country. | 11-12-2009 |
| 20110022534 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTEGRATED GLOBAL SHIPPING AND VISIBILITY - Disclosed is an integrated global shipment system that provides end-to-end visibility of the movement of a package. The integrated global shipment system employs a shipment consolidating application for integrating one or more freight tracking systems with one or more end-delivery systems. As a result, shippers are provided with complete visibility of the movement of their shipments of goods from an origin country to a destination country and till the final consignees. In addition, the integrated shipment system significantly decreases the cost of managing inventories by providing a virtual inventory solution. Under this virtual inventory solution, suppliers are able to bypass distribution centers and delay allocation of goods until after the importation of goods into a destination country. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110055102 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VIRTUAL INVENTORY MANAGEMENT - Disclosed is an integrated global shipment system that provides end-to-end visibility of the movement of a package. The integrated global shipment system employs a shipment consolidating application for integrating one or more freight tracking systems with one or more end-delivery systems. As a result, shippers are provided with complete visibility of the movement of their shipments of goods from an origin country to a destination country and till the final consignees. In addition, the integrated shipment system significantly decreases the cost of managing inventories by providing a virtual inventory solution. Under this virtual inventory solution, suppliers are able to bypass distribution centers and delay allocation of goods until after the importation of goods into a destination country. | 03-03-2011 |
David S. Zimmon, Port Washington, NY US
| Patent application number | Description | Published |
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| 20090124928 | Apparatus for Circumferential Suction Step Multibiopsy of the Esophagus or Other Luminal Structure with Serial Collection, Storage and Processing of Biopsy Specimens within a Removable Distal Cassette for In Situ Analysis - A circumferential suction step multibiopsy apparatus for performing a medical procedure has an elongated flexible member with an aperture extending longitudinally therethrough and an actuator positioned within the aperture. The open tube shaft is connected to a side arm for suction or irrigation including radiopaque contrast and dye staining. There is a cassette removably connected to the actuator for cutting and serially collecting biopsy specimens, for in situ chemical, biological or genetic testing by immediate reaction with the biopsy specimens before metabolic changes, degradation or contamination can occur or for fixation, staining and other processing and analysis. | 05-14-2009 |