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Alan Davis, Canton, MI US
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20140134933 | ABRADING TOOLS AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - An abrading tool includes a base member having a support portion defining a first level, and a plurality of integral raised islands extending upwardly above the first level. The base member may be formed of metal or a non-conductive material. The islands are spaced apart from one another. Each island includes a respective tip portion. The distance between adjacent islands may be greater than the width of a single island. An abrasive composite material, including a carrier material and particles of an abrasive material, is affixed to the tip portions of at least some of the islands. The abrasive material may be applied by electroplating, electroless plating, brazing or another method. The abrasive material is applied only to the tip portion of the islands, such that the first level of the support portion is substantially free of the abrasive material. Methods of making the abrading tool are also described. | 05-15-2014 |
Bradford L. Davis, Holland, MI US
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20150201524 | MODULAR WALL FURNITURE SYSTEM - A modular wall system having an integrated air flow path that provides cooling of heat generating component housed within the system. In one embodiment, the modular wall system includes wall vertical brackets that create one or more vertical flues, as well as ventilated base cabinets that are configured to direct the flow of air over component stores within. The top of the wall system may be vented allow to heat rising through the flues to vent into the surrounding atmosphere. The bottom of the base cabinets may be ventilated to allow air to enter the interior cabinet from the surrounding environment. The rear of the base cabinets may be open to the flue to allow air to flow from the interior of the cabinet up through the flues. The doors of the base cabinets may also be ventilated to provide additional air flow. | 07-16-2015 |
Bradford L. Davis, West Olive, MI US
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20110175506 | OVERBED TABLE - An overbed table having a double-sided cabinet with a flexible sliding door that is movable to selectively open either side of the cabinet. The flexible sliding door is movable through a range of motion that allows it to selectively close the openings in both sides of the cabinet or to provide access to the interior of the cabinet through one opening or the other. The door may be a single tambour door. The tambour door may be into fitted into a track that extends substantially around the front, top, rear and bottom of the cabinet. The tambour door wraps around only portion of the cabinet and is movable within the track. The cabinet includes a base with a rack for storing, among other things, shoes or slippers. The base may include outer feet that support the outer wheels. The rack may be mounted to the outer feet. | 07-21-2011 |
Brandon Davis, Novi, MI US
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20140100875 | HEALTH INFORMATION EXCHANGE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system, method and program product, the system comprising: memory comprising one or more non-transitory computer-readable media comprising: a master patient database; an exchange partner database; a sub-network database; and a global identifier database storing a plurality of global identifiers; and one or more computers configured with: an inbound module for receiving incoming request data or results data from an exchange partner, including a sub-process to determine when one of a plurality of methods is identified by the incoming data, a sub-network and/or one or more responding exchange partners, a requested data type, and whether a patient is identified; a sub-process to create when the incoming data is destined for a different exchange partner, a respective communication manager sub-process for each of the one or more or responding exchange partners; an outbound request module that has a multi-level consent determination process, and a sub-process to create, by the one or more computers, a global identifier comprising a link between the respective responding exchange partner and the requesting exchange partner for an initial transfer of the data. | 04-10-2014 |
Brian R. F. Davis, Birmingham, MI US
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20080262971 | DEVICE, SYSTEM AND COMPUTER WRITEABLE MEDIA FOR ACCOMPLISHING REAL TIME DOWNLOADING OF TRANSACTIONAL INFORMATION TO A PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANT, INCLUDING REMOTE SERVER INCORPORATING PERSONAL ASSISTANT MANAGER SOFTWARE - A user operated device, operating system and associated computer writeable media for retrieving, storing and displaying data associated with at least one personal financial account. A handheld body includes a built in microprocessor and memory communicating with a keypad, screen display and power supply. A built-in modem and wireless communication protocol associated with said processor soliciting the retrieving and downloading of digital information, in real-time fashion from a remote server (including such as a Personal Assistant Manager subscription based server for compiling, storing and regularly updating transactional information relating to each of a plurality of unrelated user accounts), said transmitted information being selectively stored into said memory and/or presented on said screen display. | 10-23-2008 |
Carlton T. Davis, Howell, MI US
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20090000765 | Viscous Heater, Refrigerant Compressor and Control - An HVAC system for a vehicle may include a refrigerant compressor and viscous heater located adjacent to one another and driven by a through-shaft. They may be variable capacity, with the capacities controlled by an HVAC controller to provide the desired HVAC output while staying within a maximum torque limit for an accessory drive. | 01-01-2009 |
Chad A. Davis, Grand Rapids, MI US
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20110304433 | TOWEL TRACKING SYSTEM - A system for dispensing, receiving, and tracking towels or other items includes a cabinet structure having first and second interior spaces. An access door provides access to the first interior space, and a return door permits items to be returned to the second interior space. An RFID system conducts read operations to determine how many items having RFID tags are disposed in the first and second interior spaces. The system determines what items have been removed from the first interior space, and associates removed items with specific users. The RFID system conducts read operations as items are returned to the second interior space and credits the user. | 12-15-2011 |
20130134843 | SYSTEM FOR TRACKING REUSABLE ITEMS - A system for dispensing, receiving, and tracking towels or other items includes a cabinet structure having first and second interior spaces. An access door provides access to the first interior space, and a return door permits items to be returned to the second interior space. An RFID system conducts read operations to determine how many items having RFID tags are disposed in the first and second interior spaces. The system determines what items have been removed from the first interior space, and associates removed items with specific users. The RFID system conducts read operations as items are returned to the second interior space and credits the user. | 05-30-2013 |
Charles E. Davis, Coldwater, MI US
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20120218108 | System and method for disclosing unauthorized removal of articles from secured premises - A system and method for securing premises by distinguishing between authorized and unauthorized removal of articles from the premises via an approach within the premises to an exit ( | 08-30-2012 |
20130043996 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DISCLOSING UNAUTHORIZED REMOVAL OF ARTICLES FROM SECURED PREMISES - An integrated inventory control and security system for multiple types of articles which are for sale within retail premises to account for entry of articles into retail premises and removal (both authorized removal and attempted unauthorized removal) of articles from retail premises, including a method of documenting events which disclose attempted unauthorized removal of articles. | 02-21-2013 |
20140197237 | SYSTEM FOR SECURING AN INVENTORY WITHIN RETAIL PREMISES - An integrated inventory control and security method for multiple types of articles which are for sale within retail premises accounts for entry of articles into the retail premises and removal of articles from the retail premises, including documenting certain events. | 07-17-2014 |
Charles S. Davis, Livonia, MI US
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20110203894 | COMPACT TORQUE TRANSMITTING ASSEMBLY - A torque transmitting device for transmitting torque between a first and second members includes an annular piston that defines an axis and an apply plate translatable along the axis between an unengaged position and an engaged position. The apply plate has a first end disposed radially inward of a second end and is in contact with the piston. An apply disc is rotationally coupled to the first member and is translatable between unengaged and engaged positions. The apply disc is disposed radially outward of the piston. A backing disc is rotationally and axially fixed to the first member and disposed radially outward of the piston. A friction plate is disposed between the apply disc and the backing disc. The friction plate has a first end disposed radially inward of a second end and is rotationally coupled to the second member. The friction plate is disposed radially outward of the piston. | 08-25-2011 |
20120145508 | CORE PLATE WITH AN EXTRUDED SPLINE - A annular core plate for a multiplate clutch assembly includes a spline with a plurality of teeth. At least one of the plurality of teeth is either partially or fully extruded to a thickness greater than the thickness of a base material for the core plate. The spline may be disposed around the inner surface of the annular core plate or may be disposed around the outer surface of the core plate. The core plate can be a core plate associated with a friction plate or can be a core plate associated with a separator plate. | 06-14-2012 |
20120181136 | CLUTCH PLATE CONFIGURATION AND METHOD - An annular core plate for a multiplate clutch assembly includes a main annular portion and an engagement annular portion extending from the main annular portion. The engagement annular portion has teeth extending therefrom. The teeth are thicker than the main annular portion. A multiplate clutch assembly is provided that includes at least one annular core plate or friction plate and at least one annular separator plate. A method of constructing at least one plate for a multiplate clutch assembly is also provided. The method includes forming an annular separator plate from sheet metal by removing a circular section from a separator plate main body portion of the sheet metal, removing a portion of the circular section to form teeth in the circular section, and attaching the circular section to an annular plate. | 07-19-2012 |
20140158494 | FORMED FRICTION PLATE FOR WET FRICTION CLUTCH - A friction clutch pack exhibiting improved high speed stability includes a first plurality of friction plates or discs preferably having friction material on both faces interleaved with a second plurality of thicker reaction plates or discs. The friction plates comprise a formed core plate having multiple obliquely oriented or angularly offset sinusoidal waves. Male splines around the periphery of each friction plate engage complementary splines on a cylindrical housing. The reaction plates are flat and thicker than the friction plates and include female splines around an inner opening which engage complementary splines on a shaft or quill. | 06-12-2014 |
Charless S. Davis, Livonia, MI US
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20100270751 | ANTI-ROLL RIBBED SEAL - The present invention provides a resilient, fluid-tight seal for shafts, pistons and the like having a plurality of radially oriented, spaced-apart ribs or webs extending between adjacent oblique circular flanges or features of a seal. The radially oriented ribs or webs provide added stiffness to the flanges or features to prevent them from rolling under during assembly procedures but do not increase the radial spring constant and thus do not appreciably increase the drag created by the seal on a shaft or piston. | 10-28-2010 |
Clark S. Davis, Freeland, MI US
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20130261310 | METHODS FOR PREPARING 3-SUBSTITUTED-6-TRIFLUOROMETHYL PYRIDINES AND METHODS FOR USING 6-TRICHLOROMETHYL HALOGENATED PYRIDINES - 3-substituted-6-trifluoromethyl pyridines are useful synthetic intermediates in the preparation of the N-substituted (6-haloalkylpyridin-3-yl)alkyl sulfoximines, which are useful in forming potent insecticides. Methods of forming such 3-substituted-6-trifluoromethyl pyridines are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of using 6-trichloromethyl halogenated pyridines to form 3-substituted-6-trifluoromethyl pyridines are disclosed. | 10-03-2013 |
Dan Davis, Mt. Morris, MI US
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20120255118 | STANDING MOBILITY AND/OR TRANSFER DEVICE - The present invention provides a standing mobility and/or transfer device for handicapped users including an articulating foot platform system effective to move a foot platform between a rearwardly tilted user-receiving condition located close to the floor and an elevated, forwardly tilted condition for user transport at a standing-prone angle. Bilateral lift arms move in concert with the raising and lowering function of the foot platform to elevate the person to a standing-prone position from a seated position. In a raised position, the lift arms are located alongside a user to provide additional posture control. Optional motors associated with one or more wheels of the device may be controlled by the user with a joystick for self-propelled standing mobility. | 10-11-2012 |
Daniel K. Davis, Williamston, MI US
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20150021883 | WHEEL STABILIZER - A number of variations include a wheel stabilizer. | 01-22-2015 |
20150021893 | CENTER TUNNEL INTEGRATED TRUSS ARCHITECTURE - A number of variations may include a center tunnel assembly which may include a series of truss structures. | 01-22-2015 |
20150021940 | ENERGY ABSORBING VEHICLE COMPONENT - A number of variations may include a product including an energy absorbing component for a vehicle comprising at least one of a crush can, an insert for a cross car beam or a front impact extension. | 01-22-2015 |
20150107870 | LIGHT WEIGHT BUS BARS, METHODS OF MANUFACTURE THEREOF AND ARTICLES COMPRISING THE SAME - Disclosed herein is a bus bar comprising a bar manufactured from a material that has a density of less than or equal to 2.70 grams per cubic centimeter; where the bar comprises a plurality of holes for facilitating contact between the bus bar and a grounding attachment. Disclosed herein too is a method comprising affixing one or more grounding attachments to a bus bar, where the bus bar comprises a bar manufactured from a material that has a density of less than or equal to 2.70 grams per cubic centimeter; where the bar comprises a plurality of holes for facilitating contact between the bus bar and a grounding attachment; and affixing the bus bar to the frame of an automobile. | 04-23-2015 |
David J. Davis, Rochester, MI US
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20130026785 | ENERGY MANAGEMENT HOOD BUMPER - A hood bumper assembly for automotive vehicle hoods is provided that can manage impact energy from a collision with a pedestrian. The hood bumper assembly may have a bumper with a cushion that is threaded to a retainer attached to the vehicle frame. The threaded engagement between the bumper and the retainer may have a percentage of thread engagement that is less than industry standards so that the threads skip without substantially deforming when an impact load is applied to the vehicle hood. | 01-31-2013 |
20130149071 | PLASTIC POLYMER COVERED FASTENER - Fasteners are provided with a polymer layer covering a body. The polymer layer may improve the aesthetics of the fastener and may be colored to provide various color options. The polymer layer covers at least part of a wrench bearing surface. | 06-13-2013 |
20150307047 | FLEXIBLE INTERIOR MOUNT FASCIA BRACKET - A bracket is provided that may be welded to the interior surface of a vehicle fascia. The bracket has a flange and a mounting boss. The flange is slotted to form flexible fingers that conform to the interior surface of the fascia. The fingers are welded to the fascia to attach the bracket to the interior surface of the fascia. A vehicle component, such as an impact sensor, is attached to the mounting boss to secure it to the fascia. | 10-29-2015 |
Don Davis, Harrison, MI US
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20150159912 | HEAT CONCENTRATOR FOR PELLET STOVES - A stove insert that concentrates heat within a pellet stove generating a greater amount of heat from the same amount of fuel. The result is that the fuel lasts longer and burns more efficiently. | 06-11-2015 |
Donald R. Davis, Brighton, MI US
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20100279524 | CONNECTOR PIN AND METHOD - An electrical connector and method includes a connector and a conforming element proximate to or in contact with the mating end of the connector so as to prevent distortion of a matable end. The matable end of the connector may be of a female or male type and may be of a post, tube, blade, pin, or other configuration. An element made of conforming material, for example, an elastomer, epoxy or rubber type material, is configured and positioned in contact with the matable end of the connector, providing support during assembly to prevent distortion of the matable end. The conforming element may be rectangular, wedge, cylindrical, conical, annular, or of another configuration as required to provide support to the connector pin. The conforming element may be fastened with an adhesive to the matable end to further prevent distortion. | 11-04-2010 |
20100301785 | Method and Apparatus for Electromagnetically Braking a Motor - An electromagnetic braking system and method is provided for selectively braking a motor using an electromagnetic brake having an electromagnet, a permanent magnet, a rotor assembly, and a brake pad. The brake assembly applies when the electromagnet is de-energized and releases when the electromagnet is energized. When applied the permanent magnet moves the brake pad into frictional engagement with a housing, and when released the electromagnet cancels the flux of the permanent magnet to allow a leaf spring to move the brake pad away from the housing. A controller has a DC/DC converter for converting a main bus voltage to a lower braking voltage based on certain parameters. The converter utilizes pulse-width modulation (PWM) to regulate the braking voltage. A calibrated gap is defined between the brake pad and permanent magnet when the brake assembly is released, and may be dynamically modified via the controller. | 12-02-2010 |
20110067479 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CALIBRATING A ROTARY ABSOLUTE POSITION SENSOR - A system includes a rotary device, a rotary absolute position (RAP) sensor generating encoded pairs of voltage signals describing positional data of the rotary device, a host machine, and an algorithm. The algorithm calculates calibration parameters usable to determine an absolute position of the rotary device using the encoded pairs, and is adapted for linearly-mapping an ellipse defined by the encoded pairs to thereby calculate the calibration parameters. A method of calibrating the RAP sensor includes measuring the rotary position as encoded pairs of voltage signals, linearly-mapping an ellipse defined by the encoded pairs to thereby calculate the calibration parameters, and calculating an absolute position of the rotary device using the calibration parameters. The calibration parameters include a positive definite matrix (A) and a center point (q) of the ellipse. The voltage signals may include an encoded sine and cosine of a rotary angle of the rotary device. | 03-24-2011 |
20110067517 | ROTARY SERIES ELASTIC ACTUATOR - A rotary actuator assembly is provided for actuation of an upper arm assembly for a dexterous humanoid robot. The upper arm assembly for the humanoid robot includes a plurality of arm support frames each defining an axis. A plurality of rotary actuator assemblies are each mounted to one of the plurality of arm support frames about the respective axes. Each rotary actuator assembly includes a motor mounted about the respective axis, a gear drive rotatably connected to the motor, and a torsion spring. The torsion spring has a spring input that is rotatably connected to an output of the gear drive and a spring output that is connected to an output for the joint. | 03-24-2011 |
20110067521 | HUMANOID ROBOT - A humanoid robot includes a torso, a pair of arms, two hands, a neck, and a head. The torso extends along a primary axis and presents a pair of shoulders. The pair of arms movably extend from a respective one of the pair of shoulders. Each of the arms has a plurality of arm joints. The neck movably extends from the torso along the primary axis. The neck has at least one neck joint. The head movably extends from the neck along the primary axis. The head has at least one head joint. The shoulders are canted toward one another at a shrug angle that is defined between each of the shoulders such that a workspace is defined between the shoulders. | 03-24-2011 |
20110071680 | INTEGRATED HIGH-SPEED TORQUE CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A ROBOTIC JOINT - A control system for achieving high-speed torque for a joint of a robot includes a printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) having a collocated joint processor and high-speed communication bus. The PCBA may also include a power inverter module (PIM) and local sensor conditioning electronics (SCE) for processing sensor data from one or more motor position sensors. Torque control of a motor of the joint is provided via the PCBA as a high-speed torque loop. Each joint processor may be embedded within or collocated with the robotic joint being controlled. Collocation of the joint processor, PIM, and high-speed bus may increase noise immunity of the control system, and the localized processing of sensor data from the joint motor at the joint level may minimize bus cabling to and from each control node. The joint processor may include a field programmable gate array (FPGA). | 03-24-2011 |
20120279338 | ROTARY SERIES ELASTIC ACTUATOR - A rotary actuator assembly is provided for actuation of an upper arm assembly for a dexterous humanoid robot. The upper arm assembly for the humanoid robot includes a plurality of arm support frames each defining an axis. A plurality of rotary actuator assemblies are each mounted to one of the plurality of arm support frames about the respective axes. Each rotary actuator assembly includes a motor mounted about the respective axis, a gear drive rotatably connected to the motor, and a torsion spring. The torsion spring has a spring input that is rotatably connected to an output of the gear drive and a spring output that is connected to an output for the joint. | 11-08-2012 |
20120279343 | ROTARY SERIES ELASTIC ACTUATOR - A rotary actuator assembly is provided for actuation of an upper arm assembly for a dexterous humanoid robot. The upper arm assembly for the humanoid robot includes a plurality of arm support frames each defining an axis. A plurality of rotary actuator assemblies are each mounted to one of the plurality of arm support frames about the respective axes. Each rotary actuator assembly includes a motor mounted about the respective axis, a gear drive rotatably connected to the motor, and a torsion spring. The torsion spring has a spring input that is rotatably connected to an output of the gear drive and a spring output that is connected to an output for the joint. | 11-08-2012 |
Donald R. Davis, Novi, MI US
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20130219585 | HUMAN GRASP ASSIST DEVICE WITH EXOSKELETON - A grasp assist system includes a glove, actuator assembly, and controller. The glove includes a digit, i.e., a finger or thumb, and a force sensor. The sensor measures a grasping force applied to an object by an operator wearing the glove. Phalange rings are positioned with respect to the digit. A flexible tendon is connected at one end to one of the rings and is routed through the remaining rings. An exoskeleton positioned with respect to the digit includes hinged interconnecting members each connected to a corresponding ring, and/or a single piece of slotted material. The actuator assembly is connected to another end of the tendon. The controller calculates a tensile force in response to the measured grasping force, and commands the tensile force from the actuator assembly to thereby pull on the tendon. The exoskeleton offloads some of the tensile force from the operator's finger to the glove. | 08-29-2013 |
20130219586 | HUMAN GRASP ASSIST DEVICE SOFT GOODS - A grasp assist system includes a glove and a flexible sleeve. The glove includes a digit such as a finger or thumb, a force sensor configured to measure a grasping force applied to an object by an operator wearing the glove, and adjustable phalange rings positioned with respect to the digit. A saddle is positioned with respect to the finger. A flexible tendon is looped at one end around the saddle. A conduit contains the tendon. A conduit anchor secured within a palm of the glove receives the conduit. The sleeve has pockets containing an actuator assembly connected to another end of the tendon and a controller. The controller is in communication with the force sensor, and calculates a tensile force in response to the measured grasping force. The controller commands the tensile force from the actuator assembly to tension the tendon and thereby move the finger. | 08-29-2013 |
20130226350 | CONTROL OF A GLOVE-BASED GRASP ASSIST DEVICE - A grasp assist system includes a glove and sleeve. The glove includes a digit, i.e., a finger or thumb, and a force sensor. The sensor measures a grasping force applied to an object by an operator wearing the glove. The glove contains a tendon connected at a first end to the digit. The sleeve has an actuator assembly connected to a second end of the tendon and a controller in communication with the sensor. The controller includes a configuration module having selectable operating modes and a processor that calculates a tensile force to apply to the tendon for each of the selectable operating modes to assist the grasping force in a manner that differs for each of the operating modes. A method includes measuring the grasping force, selecting the mode, calculating the tensile force, and applying the tensile force to the tendon using the actuator assembly. | 08-29-2013 |
Doug Davis, Mt. Pleasant, MI US
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20120322622 | Handstand cast trainer - A cast trainer assembly ( | 12-20-2012 |
Erik Richard Davis, Commerce Township, MI US
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20140255121 | INSERT INJECTION MOLD D-RING FOR TIE DOWN APPLICATION - A tie down device for tie down application including a D-ring with overmold used for a motor vehicle to secure cargo of various shapes and sizes using removable straps. The tie down device includes a D-ring, an overmold plastic portion, bracket portion, and an interior bracket. The tie down device withstands a minimum load requirement suitable to secure a cargo in place. A round steel bar is shaped into the D-ring feature and inserted into the mold for forming the overmold plastic portion. The plastic forms in an overmold around the metal material into the desired shape. The molding process obtains the features and shape required from at least a visual perspective and the round steel bar, which is partially encapsulated by the overmold plastic portion, provides strength to meet the predetermined load requirements. The interior bracket acts as a spring to control the tension of the bracket portion. | 09-11-2014 |
George Carver Davis, Ypsilanti, MI US
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20090088945 | Fuel Injection Strategy For Gasoline Direct Injection Engine During High Speed/Load Operation - A system and method for controlling operation of a multiple cylinder direct injection internal combustion engine include injecting fuel directly into the combustion chamber during the exhaust stroke at high engine speeds and loads to reduce the effect of intake airflow on the injection spray and improve fuel-air mixture homogeneity. | 04-02-2009 |
20090093950 | Approach for Improved Fuel Vaporization in a Directly Injected Internal Combustion Engine - A system and a method of facilitating fuel vaporization in a directly injected internal combustion engine are provided. As one example, the method comprises: closing an exhaust valve of the cylinder; opening an intake valve after the exhaust valve has closed; moving a piston of the cylinder away from top dead center between the closing of the exhaust valve and the opening of the intake valve to expand the cylinder volume and reduce a pressure within the cylinder to below a pressure of an air intake manifold of the cylinder; and initiating an injection of fuel directly into the cylinder via an in-cylinder injector after the exhaust valve has closed. | 04-09-2009 |
20090095546 | Directly Injected Internal Combustion Engine System - An engine system for a vehicle, comprising of a combustion chamber, a first in-cylinder direct injector configured to deliver a first substance including at least gasoline directly to the combustion chamber at a first pressure; and a second in-cylinder direct injector configured to deliver a second substance including at least an alcohol directly to the combustion chamber at a second pressure less than the first pressure. | 04-16-2009 |
20110247586 | Directly Injected Internal Combustion Engine System - An engine system for a vehicle, comprising of a combustion chamber, a first in-cylinder direct injector configured to deliver a first substance including at least gasoline directly to the combustion chamber at a first pressure; and a second in-cylinder direct injector configured to deliver a second substance including at least an alcohol directly to the combustion chamber at a second pressure less than the first pressure. | 10-13-2011 |
20110253097 | Approach for Improved Fuel Vaporization in a Directly Injected Internal Combustion Engine - A system and a method of facilitating fuel vaporization in a directly injected internal combustion engine are provided. As one example, the method comprises: closing an exhaust valve of the cylinder; opening an intake valve after the exhaust valve has closed; moving a piston of the cylinder away from top dead center between the closing of the exhaust valve and the opening of the intake valve to expand the cylinder volume and reduce a pressure within the cylinder to below a pressure of an air intake manifold of the cylinder; and initiating an injection of fuel directly into the cylinder via an in-cylinder injector after the exhaust valve has closed. | 10-20-2011 |
20120298072 | Directly Injected Internal Combustion Engine System - An engine system for a vehicle, comprising of a combustion chamber, a first in-cylinder direct injector configured to deliver a first substance including at least gasoline directly to the combustion chamber at a first pressure; and a second in-cylinder direct injector configured to deliver a second substance including at least an alcohol directly to the combustion chamber at a second pressure less than the first pressure. | 11-29-2012 |
Gregory W. Davis, Frakenmuth, MI US
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20130103238 | ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Methods and systems are described for conserving energy used by an energy consuming device. In certain embodiments, an energy conservation system can be configured to deliver energy to the energy consuming device for a period, followed by a period where energy delivery is dampened and/or cut. By cycling the delivery of energy in this fashion, the energy conservation can achieve a pulsed efficiency. | 04-25-2013 |
Gregory W. Davis, Frankenmuth, MI US
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20110125294 | ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Methods and systems are described for conserving energy used by an energy consuming device. In certain embodiments, an energy conservation system can be configured to deliver energy to the energy consuming device for a period, followed by a period where energy delivery is dampened and/or cut. By cycling the delivery of energy in this fashion, the energy conservation can achieve a pulsed efficiency. | 05-26-2011 |
20140324320 | ENERGY CONSERVATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Methods and systems are described for conserving energy used by an energy consuming device. In certain embodiments, an energy conservation system can be configured to deliver energy to the energy consuming device for a period, followed by a period where energy delivery is dampened and/or cut. By cycling the delivery of energy in this fashion, the energy conservation can achieve a pulsed efficiency. | 10-30-2014 |
James Campbell Davis, Brighton, MI US
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20150321757 | MULTI-HULL SEAPLANE - A multi-hull seaplane configured to eliminate most porpoising modes (only the low angle planing remains) by separating the forward and aft hulls and staggering them transversely so as the water flow from the forward hulls does not strike the rear hulls at planing speeds thereby eliminating afterbody induced porpoising. The forward and aft hulls are offset laterally with possible vertical offset and longitudinally to maintain lateral and longitudinal stability over all speed regimes. | 11-12-2015 |
Jamie Davis, Ypsilanti, MI US
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20120167316 | Sweeper Brush Frame with Adjustable Hood - A sweeper apparatus includes a brush frame with first and second sides and a top surface. A brush roll is supported on the brush frame and is adapted for rotation to dislodge snow or other debris from an associated surface. A brush hood is connected to the brush frame and includes a hood surface located between the top surface and the brush roll. The hood surface extends between the first and second lateral sides of the brush frame and is selectively movable between an up position and a down position. A stripper bar is connected to the brush hood and is movable with the hood surface when the hood surface moves between its down and up positions. At least one actuator is operably connected between the brush frame and the brush hood and is selectively operable to move the hood surface between its up and down positions. | 07-05-2012 |
Janette B. Davis, Birmingham, MI US
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20080262971 | DEVICE, SYSTEM AND COMPUTER WRITEABLE MEDIA FOR ACCOMPLISHING REAL TIME DOWNLOADING OF TRANSACTIONAL INFORMATION TO A PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANT, INCLUDING REMOTE SERVER INCORPORATING PERSONAL ASSISTANT MANAGER SOFTWARE - A user operated device, operating system and associated computer writeable media for retrieving, storing and displaying data associated with at least one personal financial account. A handheld body includes a built in microprocessor and memory communicating with a keypad, screen display and power supply. A built-in modem and wireless communication protocol associated with said processor soliciting the retrieving and downloading of digital information, in real-time fashion from a remote server (including such as a Personal Assistant Manager subscription based server for compiling, storing and regularly updating transactional information relating to each of a plurality of unrelated user accounts), said transmitted information being selectively stored into said memory and/or presented on said screen display. | 10-23-2008 |
Jarred S. Davis, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI US
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20150068442 | INSTRUMENT PANEL WITH POINTER POSITION DETECTION - A vehicle instrument panel assembly that includes a display, a pointer, and a light detector. The display is configured to define indicia on a surface of the display. The indicia are configured to emit light. The pointer is configured to rotate a shaft of the pointer about an axis to align a tip of the pointer with the indicia. The pointer is also configured to conduct light emitted by the indicia from the tip into the shaft when the tip is substantially aligned with the indicia. The light detector is configured to detect light in the shaft of the pointer to determine the position of the pointer. | 03-12-2015 |
Jason Davis, Commerce Twp, MI US
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20150132622 | VEHICLE STARTER BATTERY - A starter battery is provided comprising a plurality of pouch-type prismatic cells stacked to form an array and configured to output a voltage sufficient to start a vehicle engine. The starter battery further includes a housing configured to contain the array wherein the housing includes a tray and a lid attached with the tray such that the housing provides a compressive force sufficient to prevent cell delamination and to constrain expansion or swelling of the cells during operation. | 05-14-2015 |
Jason R. Davis, Commerce Township, MI US
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20130022845 | Battery Module System - A battery module is disclosed where the battery module includes a variety of internal components. In one example, microcellular polyurethane pads are positioned between walls of the battery module and internal components of the battery module to reduced degradation that may be caused by operating the battery module in a vehicle. The pads may reduce vibration and interference between the battery module walls and interior battery components so that battery module life may be extended. | 01-24-2013 |
20140038012 | Thermal Gap Pad for a Prismatic Battery Pack - A battery pack includes at least one voltaic cell module. A substrate is mechanically coupled to the module and configured to receive excess heat therefrom. A section of an electrically insulating thermal gap pad is arranged between the module and the substrate. The pad includes a dielectric sheet supporting a deformable layer. | 02-06-2014 |
20150207127 | BUS BAR ASSEMBLY INCLUDING INTEGRATED BUS BAR SUPPORT - A battery module is provided. The battery module includes a set of stacked battery cells, each stacked battery cell including at least one cell tab and a bus bar assembly including a bus bar, a bus bar support overmolded around a sense line electrically coupled to the battery cells, the bus bar support including cell tab openings having the plurality of cell tabs extending therethrough. | 07-23-2015 |
Jason T Davis, Williamston, MI US
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20110056278 | SYNCHRONIZATION DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENGINE CONTROLLERS - An engine controller diagnostic system includes a cylinder identification (ID) comparison module and a synchronization diagnostic module. The cylinder ID comparison module compares a first cylinder ID associated with a first controller with a second cylinder ID associated with a second controller. The synchronization diagnostic module determines a synchronization status of the first controller based on a comparison between the first cylinder ID and the second cylinder ID. | 03-10-2011 |
20110144853 | MINING METHODOLOGY TO ELIMINATE INAPPROPRIATE SETTING OF ERROR CONDITIONS USING OPERATING PARAMETERS - A system and method for reducing or eliminating built-in tests and diagnostic trouble codes that are set as a result of improper parameter values. The method includes collecting field failure data that identifies diagnostic trouble codes and parameters of the system that are used to set diagnostic trouble codes. The method transforms the collected data into a format more appropriate for human analysis and pre-processes the transferred data to identify and remove information that could bias the human analysis. The method includes plotting linear and nonlinear combinations of operation parameters, performing data mining and analysis for detecting inappropriate settings of fault codes in the pre-processed data and providing the mined data to a subject matter expert for review to determine whether a diagnostic trouble code has been issued because of improper parameters. | 06-16-2011 |
Jeffrey A. Davis, Wayland, MI US
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20110304433 | TOWEL TRACKING SYSTEM - A system for dispensing, receiving, and tracking towels or other items includes a cabinet structure having first and second interior spaces. An access door provides access to the first interior space, and a return door permits items to be returned to the second interior space. An RFID system conducts read operations to determine how many items having RFID tags are disposed in the first and second interior spaces. The system determines what items have been removed from the first interior space, and associates removed items with specific users. The RFID system conducts read operations as items are returned to the second interior space and credits the user. | 12-15-2011 |
20130134843 | SYSTEM FOR TRACKING REUSABLE ITEMS - A system for dispensing, receiving, and tracking towels or other items includes a cabinet structure having first and second interior spaces. An access door provides access to the first interior space, and a return door permits items to be returned to the second interior space. An RFID system conducts read operations to determine how many items having RFID tags are disposed in the first and second interior spaces. The system determines what items have been removed from the first interior space, and associates removed items with specific users. The RFID system conducts read operations as items are returned to the second interior space and credits the user. | 05-30-2013 |
Jeffrey S. Davis, Grand Blanc, MI US
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20130105557 | QUALITY STATUS DISPLAY FOR A VIBRATION WELDING PROCESS | 05-02-2013 |
Kevin Davis, Brighton, MI US
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20100203759 | CONNECTOR - A connector (M) includes a terminal fitting accommodation member ( | 08-12-2010 |
Kevin L. Davis, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20120300201 | LARGE-COLLECTION-AREA RAMAN PROBE WITH REDUCED BACKGROUND FLUORESCENCE - A compact Raman analysis system combines a near-infrared (NIR) laser source, a 2D array collecting anti-Stokes Raman spectra, and a probe configured to measure complex solid samples, including pharmaceutical tablets and other large-area targets with reduced background fluorescence at relatively low cost. The system collects spectra from an area of 1-mm or greater, preferably 3-12 mm or more, facilitating the collection of statistically useful data from inhomogeneous and laser-sensitive samples, among other applications. Potential pharmaceutical applications include tablet dosage level measurements, as well as online and at-line quality-control (QC) monitoring opportunities. Other applications include tablet identification as a forensic tool to identify counterfeit pharmaceutical products; granulation and blend uniformity for improved formulation via better process understanding, | 11-29-2012 |
Kristina Davis, Niles, MI US
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20140006914 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COLLABORATIVE AND MULTIMEDIA-ENRICHED READING, TEACHING AND LEARNING | 01-02-2014 |
Lee Davis, Livonia, MI US
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20100031740 | Biaxial wheel test assembly - A wheel test assembly for testing a wheel-and-tire assembly includes a drum operatively mounted to a base for rotation of the drum. The drum includes an inner circumferential surface. A tailstock assembly is slidably coupled to the base for movement in a lateral direction relative to the drum. A support assembly is slidably coupled to the tailstock assembly for movement in a vertical direction for positioning the wheel-and-tire assembly into rolling contact with the inner circumferential surface of the drum. A spindle assembly is pivotally coupled to the support assembly to adjust a camber angle of the wheel-and-tire assembly. The wheel-and-tire assembly is mounted to the spindle assembly for rotation of the wheel-and-tire assembly. | 02-11-2010 |
Lee W. Davis, Holland, MI US
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20080239713 | SOLAR DOOR LIGHTING SYSTEM - A self-contained, solar-powered light fixture for illuminating the exterior of a building door. The fixture includes a light source, a rechargeable battery, and a solar collector. The collector charges the battery when ambient light is relatively high (i.e. during the day), and the battery powers the light when ambient light is relatively low (i.e. during the night). The solar collector is removable from the fixture, enabling the solar collector be mounted in a location separate from the fixture. | 10-02-2008 |
Lorelei D. Davis, East Lansing, MI US
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20110059543 | METHODS FOR DETECTING OR MONITORING CANCER USING LPE AS A MARKER - A method of detecting a cancer, such as ovarian cancer, in a test subject including (a) determining the amount of a lysophosphatidyl ethanolamine in a sample of a bodily fluid taken from the test subject, and (b) comparing the amount of the lysophosphatidyl ethanolamine in the sample of the bodily fluid taken from the test subject to a range of amounts of the lysophosphatidyl ethanolamine found in samples of the bodily fluid taken from a group of normal subjects of the same species as the test subject and lacking the cancer, such as ovarian cancer, whereby a change in the amount of the lysophosphatidyl ethanolamine in the sample of the bodily fluid from the test subject indicates the presence of the cancer, such as ovarian cancer. | 03-10-2011 |
Mark A. Davis, Kalamazoo, MI US
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20140125024 | TIE ROD TUBE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF FORMING BY MAGNETIC PULSE WELDING - A method of forming a tie rod tube assembly by magnetic pulse welding is provided. The method can be used to form tie rod assemblies with a tie rod tube centerpiece that is parabolic in shape. In addition, the method can be used to form a tie rod assembly where the end fittings and centerpiece are made from different materials. Also described is a tie rod assembly manufactured using the method or methods of the invention. | 05-08-2014 |
Maurice William Davis, Marie, MI US
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20130133709 | Fluid Flushing Apparatus - A fluid flushing apparatus for a fluid line with a fluid bearing debris, the apparatus includes an outer surrounding sidewall having an external surface and an interior surface defining a first interior, the outer sidewall having an inlet end with a first check valve and flange end, with the inlet end attached to a fluid line inlet. Also, an inner surrounding sidewall with an outside surface and an inside surface that defines a first void, also with a primary end and a secondary end with a second check valve attached to the fluid line outlet. The outside surface is a slip fit with the interior surface, wherein the inner sidewall is disposed within a portion of the first interior. Operationally, the inlet and the secondary ends are drawn apart and then pushed together, thereby moving the fluid and debris from the inlet to the outlet of the fluid line. | 05-30-2013 |
Michael John Davis, Tecumseh, MI US
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20140130712 | BINDER MODIFIED WITH GLYCEROL FOR MAKING ASPHALT MIXES WITH A HICONTENT OF RECYCLED BITUMINOUS MATERIALS - The present invention generally relates to asphalt mixes with a high content of recycled bituminous materials comprising a binder modified with glycerol. The present invention further relates to a method for preparing said asphalt mixes and to the use of said asphalt mixes as materials for making courses and/or surfacing for road construction and/or civil engineering. The present invention also relates to the use of glycerol as a correcting agent for the workability and/or of the thermal cracking resistance and/or of the rutting resistance of an asphalt mix with a high content of recycled bituminous materials. | 05-15-2014 |
Mike Davis, Holland, MI US
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20100097239 | MOBILE DEVICE GATEWAY SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A control system ( | 04-22-2010 |
Paul P. Davis, Grand Rapids, MI US
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20100170822 | GIFT CARD PRESENTER - A gift card presenter includes a base portion folded along a fold line and having an inner and outer surface. A support portion is folded along a fold line and includes opposite ends on either side of the support portion fold line, which are secured to the inner surface of the base portion on opposite sides of the base portion fold line. The support portion defines an opening adapted to receive and support a card, which travels through the opening until it engages the base portion. The unfolding of the base portion causes the support portion to unfold and move toward the base portion, which forces the card back through the opening and outward from the support portion, thus creating a pop-up effect. | 07-08-2010 |
Peter Davis, Novi, MI US
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20130170242 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND APPARATUS FOR INTEGRAL BACKLIGHT FOR AN AUTOMOTIVE - The present disclosure provides an apparatus, a system and a method for a rear windshield for a vehicle, comprising an integral backlight having a combined surface, wherein the combined surface has an internal surface and an external surface, a plurality of illumination source disposed in a predefined pattern over the combined surface, a conductive grid disposed uniformly on the combined surface, and an apparatus capable of receiving signals disposed on the combined surface. | 07-04-2013 |
Philip J. Davis, Dryden, MI US
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20090166022 | VEHICLE HEAT EXCHANGER AND METHOD FOR SELECTIVELY CONTROLLING ELEMENTS THEREOF - A vehicle heat exchanger includes a first end tank, a second end tank opposite the first end tank, and a main core between and connecting the first and second end tanks. The main core includes a heat exchanger element including a plurality of tubes in fluid communication with the first and second end tanks. At least two control elements are operatively positioned in one or more housings that are operatively connected to the vehicle heat exchanger. | 07-02-2009 |
Richard E. Davis, Belding, MI US
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20140058258 | APPARATUS FOR THE PERCUTANEOUS MARKING OF A LESION - A biopsy marking apparatus for placing a radiopaque marker at the location of a percutaneous biopsy. The biopsy marking apparatus comprises an introducer in combination with a radiopaque marker. The introducer ejects the radiopaque marker at the location of the biopsy. The introducer is configured to completely eject the radiopaque marker and prevent it from being subsequently drawn into the introducer as the introducer is removed from the biopsied tissue mass. The radiopaque marker has enhanced radiopaque characteristics and enhanced non-migration characteristics. | 02-27-2014 |
Richard E. Davis, Grand Rapids, MI US
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20090093714 | APPARATUS FOR THE PERCUTANEOUS MARKING OF A LESION - A biopsy marking apparatus for placing a radiopaque marker at the location of a percutaneous biopsy. The biopsy marking apparatus comprises an introducer in combination with a radiopaque marker. The introducer ejects the radiopaque marker at the location of the biopsy. The introducer is configured to completely eject the radiopaque marker and prevent it from being subsequently drawn into the introducer as the introducer is removed from the biopsied tissue mass. The radiopaque marker has enhanced radiopaque characteristics and enhanced non-migration characteristics. | 04-09-2009 |
20120022369 | APPARATUS FOR THE PERCUTANEOUS MARKING OF A LESION - A biopsy marking apparatus for placing a radiopaque marker at the location of a percutaneous biopsy. The biopsy marking apparatus comprises an introducer in combination with a radiopaque marker. The introducer ejects the radiopaque marker at the location of the biopsy. The introducer is configured to completely eject the radiopaque marker and prevent it from being subsequently drawn into the introducer as the introducer is removed from the biopsied tissue mass. The radiopaque marker has enhanced radiopaque characteristics and enhanced non-migration characteristics. | 01-26-2012 |
Richard Stephen Davis, Lake Orion, MI US
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20090255497 | DUAL-EQUAL CAM PHASING WITH VARIABLE OVERLAP - A cam phaser assembly may include a drive plate assembly, a cavity plate, and a driven plate assembly. The drive plate assembly may include a drive plate and a first vane fixed for rotation with the drive plate. The cavity plate may be rotationally driven by the drive plate and may define first and second chambers. The first vane may extend into the first chamber. The driven plate assembly may be rotationally driven by the drive plate assembly and may include a driven plate and a second vane fixed for rotation with the driven plate that extends into the second chamber. | 10-15-2009 |
20110107990 | ENGINE HAVING CONCENTRIC CAMSHAFT WITH DIFFERENTIAL VALVE LIFT - A camshaft assembly may include a first shaft, a second shaft, a first lobe and a second lobe. The second shaft may be coaxial with and rotatable relative to the first shaft. The first lobe may be fixed for rotation with the first shaft and adapted to open a first valve in communication with an engine combustion chamber. The first lobe may define a first valve opening region having a first angular extent. The second lobe may be fixed for rotation with the second shaft and adapted to open a second valve in communication with the engine combustion chamber. The second lobe may define a second valve opening region having a second angular extent greater than the first angular extent. | 05-12-2011 |
20110139103 | ENGINE INTAKE PORT ARRANGEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT WITH DIFFERENTIAL VALVE LIFT - An engine assembly may include an engine structure, first and second intake valves, and a camshaft assembly. The engine structure may define a combustion chamber, a first intake port in communication with the combustion chamber and directing intake air flow toward a central region of the combustion chamber, and a second intake port in communication with the combustion chamber. The first intake valve may open and close the first intake port and the second intake valve may open and close the second intake port. The camshaft assembly may include a first intake lobe that opens the first intake valve and a second intake lobe that opens the second intake valve. The first intake lobe may be rotationally offset from the second intake lobe in a rotational direction of the camshaft assembly. | 06-16-2011 |
20110139112 | ENGINE COMBUSTION CHAMBER FEATURES FOR CAMSHAFT WITH DIFFERENTIAL VALVE LIFT - An engine assembly includes an engine structure including an engine block defining a cylinder bore and a cylinder head, a piston located in the cylinder bore, and a camshaft assembly. The piston, cylinder head, and cylinder bore cooperate to define a combustion chamber including first and second longitudinal end surfaces defined by the cylinder head and the piston. A first protrusion may extend longitudinally from one of the first and second longitudinal end surfaces and radially inward from a circumference of the combustion chamber to a location between a first intake port and a first exhaust port in communication with the combustion chamber. The camshaft assembly may include a first intake lobe that opens a first intake valve and a second intake lobe that opens a second intake valve. The first intake lobe may be rotationally offset from the second intake lobe in a rotational direction of the camshaft assembly. | 06-16-2011 |
20120290189 | COMPRESSION RATIO DETERMINATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system includes a sampling module and a map generating module. The sampling module receives a first mapping of thermal efficiency of a spark-ignition engine generated based on operation of the spark-ignition engine with a dynamometer. A combustion chamber of the spark-ignition engine has a first compression ratio. The map generating module generates a second mapping of the thermal efficiency of the spark-ignition engine based on the first mapping and the combustion chamber having a second compression ratio. The second compression ratio is different than the first compression ratio. | 11-15-2012 |
20130047956 | CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PREVENTING STOCHASTIC PRE-IGNITION IN AN ENGINE - A control system for an engine includes a spark module and a fuel module. The spark module advances spark timing of a cylinder R degrees past a spark limit for N consecutive cylinder firing events, and retards spark timing of the cylinder past the spark limit for M consecutive cylinder firing events after the N consecutive cylinder firing events. The fuel module supplies a rich fuel-air charge to the cylinder for the M consecutive cylinder firing events. According to the system, R is a real number greater than zero, N and M are integers greater than zero, and the spark limit is a control value used to limit an amount of spark advance to prevent spark-knock. A method for controlling an engine is also provided. | 02-28-2013 |
Rick Davis, Battle Creek, MI US
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20090293737 | Removable toaster basket with handle - A removable toaster basket assembly to be removably received in a toasting slot of an electric pop-up toaster facilitates inserting and removing food articles in the toasting slot for toasting of the food article. The removable toaster basket assembly includes an elongate substantially planar frame for resting on an upper surface of the toaster and defines a rectangular slot therethrough. A handle extends from one end of the frame. An elongate basket is slidably received in the slot, the basket having ends and sides which define an open top for receiving a food article. A stop on the basket limits translation of the basket with respect to said frame to maintain the basket captive within the frame. | 12-03-2009 |
20090301374 | Steering device for a towed personal watercraft - A steering device includes a main body that attaches to a tow rope, inline between a towing vessel and a personal watercraft. The main body, which is positioned just forward of the personal watercraft, accommodates an extendable rudder that moves between a normally retracted position within the main body, and a lowered, operable position to exert a steering force on the main body and the personal watercraft. An elongate tiller extends between the rudder and a handle that is optimally positioned for grasping by the rider of the personal watercraft. In accordance with several embodiments, movement of the rudder from the relaxed, retracted position to the lowered, operable position is achieved by exerting a particular directional force on the handle (e.g., pulling, pushing forward, or lifting). Moving the handle to the left or the right achieves the desired steering action. Upon release of the handle by the rider, the rudder returns to the normally retracted position, thereby removing the steering influence. | 12-10-2009 |
20090303320 | Personal grooming visual display system - A personal grooming apparatus includes a high definition monitor, an overhead bracket providing a canopy above the monitor, one or more cameras supported on the overhead bracket for viewing a user's face, as well as the sides and back of the user's head, and possibly other areas of the user's body. An arrangement of lights supported on the bracket illuminate the various camera views. Controls are provided for independent control of the several lights (e.g., ON/OFF, dimming) the cameras (e.g., camera activation, zoom function, camera view selection), and the monitor. A docking station accommodates a handheld unit. The docking station is provided with a wireless receiver port for communicating with the handheld unit. The handheld unit includes a camera and LED lighting for close-up views that are displayed on the monitor. The handheld unit is adapted for receiving various attachment tools and devices, such as, but not limited to, a nose hair trimmer, a beard and moustache trimmer, tweezers, and a nail buffer. A carry case holds the handheld unit and includes a mini monitor, a docking station with a docking port and a control pad. Power is supplied by a removable A/C power cord and an internal rechargeable battery. | 12-10-2009 |
Robert B. Davis, Macomb, MI US
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20090111371 | EXHAUSTER BAFFLE - An exhauster baffle is provided that may be used to prohibit fluid flow through a cavity except when a pressure on one side of the exhauster baffle is greater than a pressure on another side of the exhauster baffle. The exhauster baffle includes a body portion defining an opening, a sealer disposed on the body portion, and a flap disposed over the opening for regulating fluid flow through the opening. In one embodiment, the flap exposes the opening of the body portion to allow fluid to flow through the cavity when the pressure on one side of the exhauster baffle greater than the pressure on another side of the baffle to equalize pressure. | 04-30-2009 |
Roshan J. Davis, Detroit, MI US
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20100308630 | Slumber buddy - A safety head harness and pillow for improving and stabilizing the head, neck, and spinal alignment positioning preferably includes a frame having spaced apart cushioned arms attached at each side of the apparatus with Velcro closures on each end, a detachable center cushioned arm with a Velcro, closure on one end and a metal snap on the other end for fastening to the metal loop in automobiles, a cushioned squared-shaped base with rounded edges which is adapted to fit over the users vehicle seat platform, a child car seat, or a child booster seat, an elasticized pulley attached to each side of the frame in the rear,'a adjustable non-stretch belt attached to each side of the frame (belt separating) in the rear having snap fasteners on each open end for modifiable purposes. | 12-09-2010 |
Ryan Davis, Commerce Township, MI US
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20090139218 | Forced Air Exhaust Cooling System - An exhaust system to remove exhaust from an engine of a vehicle may include a first exhaust member to conduct the exhaust from the engine of the vehicle to the atmosphere and a source of pressurized fluid which may be air or gas to conduct the pressurized fluid to the first exhaust member to cool the exhaust from the engine of the vehicle. The source of pressurized fluid may be a blower, and the source of pressurized fluids may be a air dam. The blower may be connected to a battery of the vehicle, and the blower may include a sensor to determine if a predetermined speed has been reached to allow ram air input or to warn of back pressure, high temperature or current flow. The sensor may inactivate the blower when the predetermined speed has been reached. The source of pressurized fluid may be compressed air, and the source of the pressurized fluid may be refrigerated air. | 06-04-2009 |
Scott Davis, Oshtemo, MI US
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20080250564 | PATIENT SUPPORT WITH UNIVERSAL ENERGY SUPPLY SYSTEM - A patient support including a patient support surface, a fluid movement system provided at the patient support, and a plurality of ports mounted at the patient support, which are in selective fluid communication with the fluid movement system. At least one of the ports is adapted for coupling to a device for delivering fluid to the device from the fluid movement system or delivering a vacuum pressure to the device from the fluid movement system for suctioning fluid through the device when the device is coupled to the port. | 10-16-2008 |
20120036636 | PATIENT SUPPORT WITH UNIVERSAL ENERGY SUPPLY SYSTEM - A patient support includes a patient support surface, a fluid movement system provided at the patient support, a port mounted at the patient support in selective fluid communication with the fluid movement system, and a device selected from the group consisting of an inflatable device, a conduit, an air operated device, an actuator, a ventilator, and a chamber, with the port adapted for coupling to the device for delivering fluid to the device from the fluid movement system when the device is coupled to the port. | 02-16-2012 |
20130117936 | Medical Equipment with Antimicrobial Components and/or System - A patient support includes a patient support surface, a barrier adjacent the patient support surface, with a portion of the barrier or patient support surface including at least one material suspended therein, applied thereto, or embedded therein having an antimicrobial property, and an energy generation system directing energy to the portion or another portion of the barrier or patient support surface, the energy comprising a current, a field, heat, sound waves, or light to provide antimicrobial treatment to the portion or the other portion. | 05-16-2013 |
20130174339 | PATIENT LIFT - The present invention provides a patient lift for transferring a person from a hospital bed to another patient support structure. The patient lift includes a mast, a boom, a stabilizer leg, and a coupler leg adapted to couple to the hospital bed. The boom is mounted to the top of the mast, and extends outwardly from a central vertical axis of said mast. In one aspect, the boom may rotate independently of the stabilizer leg about the central vertical axis while above the hospital bed and while within an angular distance of a side of the hospital bed. Once the boom moves past the angular distance, the boom and stabilizer leg may begin to rotate together about the central vertical axis. In another aspect, the boom is capable of being positioned in a stowed position above a footboard of the hospital bed. | 07-11-2013 |
20140259400 | PATIENT SUPPORT WITH MICROCLIMATE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A microclimate management support, for placing under a person's body, includes a flexible breathable upper layer and a generally liquid impermeable intermediate layer beneath the upper layer. An inlet operative to be in fluid communication with the space between the two layers for delivering a gas to the space to control the moisture under the upper layer and increase the wicking of moisture away from the interface between the patient and the upper layer. | 09-18-2014 |
20150135436 | PATIENT SUPPORT WITH UNIVERSAL ENERGY SUPPLY SYSTEM - A patient support includes a patient support surface, a DVT pump mounted in the patient support, and a port mounted at the patient support in selective fluid communication with the DVT pump. Optionally, the patient support further includes a control system to detect when a DVT device is coupled or in close proximity to the port and/or the type of DVT device. Further, the control system may be configured to control the pump based on the type of DVT device coupled to the port. | 05-21-2015 |
Scott Davis, Clinton Township, MI US
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20150035300 | MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR LOCK - A motor vehicle door lock that is equipped with at least one locking mechanism, one lock housing ( | 02-05-2015 |
Scott Judson Davis, Kalamazoo, MI US
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20090056354 | Refrigeration power system for a storage compartment in a vehicle - A refrigeration power system for cooling a storage compartment in a vehicle includes a power source independent of a vehicle battery. The power source provides power to a refrigeration unit that includes a variable speed compressor. The refrigeration power system determines available power and varies the speed of the compressor accordingly to provide a lesser amount of cooling at start-up or when the available power value is less than a required power value. The power system operates the variable speed compressor at the required power value when the available power value is large enough to provide a cooling capacity so that the storage compartment obtains a pre-selected temperature. Power sources, and alternate power sources, include a vehicle generator, a shore power supply, a battery bank and a vehicle battery provided on the vehicle. | 03-05-2009 |
Scott W. Davis, Marshall, MI US
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20090287366 | ELECTRIC VEHICLE (EV) DRIVING MODE OPTIMIZATION FOR A PARALLEL HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE - A method of operating a parallel hybrid electric drive train may include manually selecting a first mode by a user. The first mode include an electric mode that provides for propelling a vehicle using only an electric motor. The method may also include propelling the vehicle in the electric mode, limiting an allowed vehicle acceleration below a predetermined acceleration value, detecting a battery state of charge, and preventing an engine start during operation in the electric mode. | 11-19-2009 |
Steven S. Davis, Holland, MI US
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20100061282 | AUDIENCE RESPONSE SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH FREQUENCY AGILE TRANSMISSION PROTOCOL - A frequency agile wireless response system and method of retrieving user response data from a plurality of users includes providing a base unit and a plurality of handheld response units, each communicating with the base unit over a wireless communication link using a frequency agile communication protocol. Base signals are sent with the base unit to the response units over the wireless communication link. Response signals are sent from the response units to the base unit over the wireless communication link. The base signals include a master transmission and at least occasionally include an extension transmission. The master transmission includes information establishing a time mark for the response units. The master transmission also includes information enabling the response units to receive any extension transmission associated with that base signal. | 03-11-2010 |
Terry G. Davis, Kimball, MI US
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20110310631 | LED HEADLAMP COOLING SYSTEM - The present invention provides improved LED headlamp cooling systems. The present invention allows for heat removal and recirculation of the excess heat into a forward lamp chamber of a head lamp before being exhausted out of the head lamp assembly. | 12-22-2011 |
20130216859 | Multilayer assembly as reflector - The present invention relates to a multilayer assembly for use as a mirror/reflector in the sector of CPV (concentrating photovoltaics) and CSP (concentrating solar power). The multilayer assembly contains a substrate layer, a barrier layer, a reflective metallic layer, an oxidic layer and one other layer, which can be a plasma polymer layer or a highly refractive metal oxide layer. | 08-22-2013 |
Thomas Davis, Bay City, MI US
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20110215165 | Electrostatic fast-set sprayable polymer system and process - A method and apparatus for electrostatically spraying a plural component fast set polymer is disclosed. The system comprises a spray gun and at least two hoses connected to the head of the spray gun. The system also includes a proportioner connected to an end of the at least two hoses and a high voltage generator electrically and pneumatically in communication with the spray gun. The electrostatic spray system will allow for a fast set polymer to be imparted with electrical charge after mixing of a first and second component in a spray head thereof prior to expulsion via a nozzle to a grounded target that is being coated with the electrostatic spray coating. | 09-08-2011 |
Trevor J. Davis, Milford, MI US
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20140343912 | PROVIDING CUSTOMIZED FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS BASED ON CUSTOMER DRIVE CYCLE - Disclosed herein are systems and methods for providing customized fuel economy ratings. The method includes collecting customer drive cycle information from a first vehicle operated by a customer and simulating an operation of a second vehicle based on the customer drive cycle information. Based on the simulating, the method includes calculating the customized fuel economy rating of the second vehicle. | 11-20-2014 |
Troy J. Davis, Marine City, MI US
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20110153141 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR VEHICLE RANGE EXTENSION ON DETECTION OF A LOW FUEL CONDITION - The technology described herein provides a system and method for automatically increasing the remaining driving range of a vehicle when a low fuel or other condition is detected by altering the operating parameters of one or more vehicle systems to improve propulsion system efficiency and thereby lower fuel consumption. The vehicle range extending system is capable of altering the operating parameters of any vehicle system, including for example variable displacement settings, start-stop technology settings, and HVAC operation. The disclosed technology can also provide information to the driver, suggesting which system operating parameters should be altered to reduce the fuel consumption rate. | 06-23-2011 |