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Adele Sarah Donovan, Reading GB
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20130005891 | DIELECTRICS - A dielectric material ( | 01-03-2013 |
Bobby Donovan, Mooreville, MS US
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20150054315 | RECLINING AND OTTOMAN-EXTENDING CHAIR MECHANISM - A seating-unit mechanism includes various components that control a position of the seat and backrest and that control an extension and retraction of an ottoman and footrest. For example, the mechanism includes a linear actuator that controls a seat pitch (e.g., height and level of recline). In addition, the mechanism includes an ottoman-linkage drive mechanism, which might include a drive link or another linear actuator. | 02-26-2015 |
20150054316 | RECLINING AND OTTOMAN-EXTENDING CHAIR MECHANISM - A seating-unit mechanism includes various components that control a position of the seat and backrest and that control an extension and retraction of an ottoman and footrest. For example, the mechanism includes a linear actuator that controls a seat pitch (e.g., height and level of recline). In addition, the mechanism includes an ottoman-linkage drive mechanism, which might include a drive link or another linear actuator. | 02-26-2015 |
Clare Donovan, River Ridge, LA US
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20150306460 | CHEMILUMINESCENT SWIM GOGGLES - This invention is a combination chemiluminescent band and frame, which allows one to swim at night or be worn at parties. It can be seen from behind, has a large surface area for band visibility and interchangeable lenses. It chemical composition allow it to be rapidly be recharged by lights, and exhibit bright visible light from a distance, but also allows for structural integrity of the material when used by swimmers. | 10-29-2015 |
Colm Donovan, Valencia ES
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20100308902 | REFERENCE VOLTAGE GENERATORS FOR INTEGRATED CIRCUITS - A reference voltage generator circuit may include at least one MOS transistor and at least one bipolar transistor coupled together to provide an electrical path from an input reference potential to an output of the generator circuit. The electrical path may extend through a gate-to-source path of the MOS transistor and further through a base-to-emitter path of the bipolar transistor. The MOS transistor may be biased by a bias current that is proportional to T | 12-09-2010 |
20110050252 | AUTOMATIC CHARACTERIZATION OF AN ACTUATOR BASED ON CAPACITANCE MEASUREMENT - An apparatus and method for determining characterizing attributes of an actuator is provided. An actuator may be moved to a maximum capacitance position. At the maximum capacitance position, an initial measurement of the actuator capacitance is made. The actuator is moved a predetermined increment toward a first extreme position, and the actuator capacitance is again measured. If the capacitance changed by a threshold amount, the signal preceding the signal that caused the actuator to move is recorded as an approximate response curve end point, or the first extreme position. The actuator is again moved a predetermined increment toward a second extreme position. After each move, the capacitance is measured. If it is determined the capacitance did change by a threshold amount from the previously measured capacitance, the signal related to the previously measured capacitance is recorded as an approximate response curve end point, or the second extreme position. | 03-03-2011 |
20110163811 | Fast Class AB Output Stage - A system for a Class AB Amplifier output stage that includes a first push pull system connected to an output terminal including a first driving transistor coupled to the output terminal and a second push pull system connected to the output terminal including a second driving transistor coupled to the output terminal. The amplifier also includes a current mode amplifier where the current mode amplifier's output is coupled to the first driving transistor's gate. The amplifier further includes a pair of resistors, a first resistor coupled to a first input terminal of the current mode amplifier, a second resistor coupled to a second input terminal of the current mode amplifier and coupled to the second driving transistor. | 07-07-2011 |
20120249185 | PROTECTION CIRCUIT FOR DRIVING CAPACITIVE LOADS - A detection circuit is coupled to an output terminal of a driver circuit. The detection circuit includes a comparator to compare a signal at the output terminal to a reference signal corresponding to a signal that would be generated if a capacitive load having a relatively high capacitance value were connected to the output terminal. Output of the comparator is sampled at a predetermined time after the driver circuit provides the drive signal. An error signal is generated when the sampled output indicates that the capacitive load having the relatively high capacitance value is actually connected to the output terminal. | 10-04-2012 |
20120306013 | METAL OXIDE SEMICONDUCTOR OUTPUT CIRCUITS AND METHODS OF FORMING THE SAME - Metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) protection circuits and methods of forming the same are disclosed. In one embodiment, an integrated circuit includes a pad, a p-type MOS (PMOS) transistor, and first and second n-type MOS (NMOS) transistors. The first NMOS transistor includes a drain, a source and a gate electrically connected to the pad, a first supply voltage, and a drain of the PMOS transistor, respectively. The second NMOS transistor includes a gate, a drain, and a source electrically connected to a bias node, a second supply voltage, and a source of the PMOS transistor, respectively. The source of the second NMOS transistor is further electrically connected to a body of the PMOS transistor so as to prevent a current flowing from the drain of the PMOS transistor to the second supply voltage through the body of PMOS transistor when a transient signal event is received on the pad. | 12-06-2012 |
20130338834 | AUTOMATIC CHARACTERIZATION OF AN ACTUATOR BASED ON CAPACITANCE MEASUREMENT - An apparatus and method for determining characterizing attributes of an actuator is provided. An actuator may be moved to a maximum capacitance position. At the maximum capacitance position, an initial measurement of the actuator capacitance is made. The actuator is moved a predetermined increment toward a first extreme position, and the actuator capacitance is again measured. If the capacitance changed by a threshold amount, the signal preceding the signal that caused the actuator to move is recorded as an approximate response curve end point, or the first extreme position. The actuator is again moved a predetermined increment toward a second extreme position. After each move, the capacitance is measured. If it is determined the capacitance did change by a threshold amount from the previously measured capacitance, the signal related to the previously measured capacitance is recorded as an approximate response curve end point, or the second extreme position. | 12-19-2013 |
Daniel B. Donovan, Macomb, MI US
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20150311601 | GROUNDING STUD AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - An electrical connection includes an elongate stud defining a central longitudinal axis, and having a patterned segment, a shoulder, and a flange. The shoulder is generally circular in cross-section having one or more outwardly directed curved surfaces. The shoulder may have an outer continuous curved surface, an outer continuous undulating curved surface, an outer continuous undulating curved surface including alternating sectors of concave and convex regions relative to the longitudinal axis of the elongate stud. Convex regions of the shoulder define corresponding flutes whose cross sections each form a fraction of a first circle, and concave regions define corresponding lobes whose cross sections each form a fraction of a second circle. A diameter or radius of the first and second circles are the same. In an aspect, the diameters or radii of the first and second circles are different. The shoulder may be multilobular, pentalobular, hexalobular or octalobular. | 10-29-2015 |
20150377277 | PRESS-ON TYPE CLIP RETAINER - A press-on clip retainer includes a base member and a plurality of tab members extending form the base member. The base member includes a hub portion, blade members, and defines a plane P and an opening, wherein the opening allows for selective passage of an associated fastener through the hub portion. The tab members are circumferentially disposed around the opening to form a channel to receive the fastener in the channel and through the opening along a longitudinal axis L. Each tab member includes on a proximal end thereof, a wedge portion provided inwardly directed relative to the longitudinal axis L. An affixing portion is provided on the distal end of each tab member, the affixing portion being disposed substantially in parallel with the longitudinal axis L, wherein a free end of the affixing portion is directed towards the hub portion and engaging members project inwardly from the affixing portion. | 12-31-2015 |
Danny Donovan, Galway IE
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20120089047 | CRYOABLATION APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR RENAL NEUROMODULATION - Catheter apparatuses, systems, and methods for cryogenically modulating neural structures of the renal plexus by intravascular access are disclosed herein. One aspect of the present application, for example, is directed to apparatuses, systems, and methods that incorporate a catheter treatment device comprising an elongated shaft. The elongated shaft is sized and configured to deliver a cryo-applicator to a renal artery via an intravascular path. Cryogenic renal neuromodulation may be achieved via application of cryogenic temperatures to modulate neural fibers that contribute to renal function, or of vascular structures that feed or perfuse the neural fibers. | 04-12-2012 |
20120130360 | NEUROMODULATION CRYOTHERAPEUTIC DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Neuromodulation cryotherapeutic devices and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. A cryotherapeutic device configured in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology can include an elongated shaft having distal portion and a supply lumen along at least a portion of the shaft. The shaft can be configured to locate the distal portion intravascularly at a treatment site proximate a renal artery or renal ostium. The supply lumen can be configured to receive a liquid refrigerant. The cryotherapeutic device can further include a cooling assembly at the distal portion of the shaft. The cooling assembly can include an applicator in fluid communication with the supply lumen and configured to deliver cryotherapeutic cooling to nerves proximate the target site when the cooling assembly is in a deployed state. | 05-24-2012 |
20120136344 | NEUROMODULATION CRYOTHERAPEUTIC DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Neuromodulation cryotherapeutic devices and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. A cryotherapeutic device configured in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology can include an elongated shaft having distal portion and a supply lumen along at least a portion of the shaft. The shaft can be configured to locate the distal portion intravascularly at a treatment site proximate a renal artery or renal ostium. The supply lumen can be configured to receive a liquid refrigerant. The cryotherapeutic device can further include a cooling assembly at the distal portion of the shaft. The cooling assembly can include an applicator in fluid communication with the supply lumen and configured to deliver cryotherapeutic cooling to nerves proximate the target site when the cooling assembly is in a deployed state. | 05-31-2012 |
20120136417 | NEUROMODULATION CRYOTHERAPEUTIC DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Neuromodulation cryotherapeutic devices and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. A cryotherapeutic device configured in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology can include an elongated shaft having distal portion and a supply lumen along at least a portion of the shaft. The shaft can be configured to locate the distal portion intravascularly at a treatment site proximate a renal artery or renal ostium. The supply lumen can be configured to receive a liquid refrigerant. The cryotherapeutic device can further include a cooling assembly at the distal portion of the shaft. The cooling assembly can include an applicator in fluid communication with the supply lumen and configured to deliver cryotherapeutic cooling to nerves proximate the target site when the cooling assembly is in a deployed state. | 05-31-2012 |
20120136418 | NEUROMODULATION CRYOTHERAPEUTIC DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Neuromodulation cryotherapeutic devices and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. A cryotherapeutic device configured in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology can include an elongated shaft having distal portion and a supply lumen along at least a portion of the shaft. The shaft can be configured to locate the distal portion intravascularly at a treatment site proximate a renal artery or renal ostium. The supply lumen can be configured to receive a liquid refrigerant. The cryotherapeutic device can further include a cooling assembly at the distal portion of the shaft. The cooling assembly can include an applicator in fluid communication with the supply lumen and configured to deliver cryotherapeutic cooling to nerves proximate the target site when the cooling assembly is in a deployed state. | 05-31-2012 |
20120150267 | NEUROMODULATION CRYOTHERAPEUTIC DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Neuromodulation cryotherapeutic devices and associated systems and methods are disclosed herein. A cryotherapeutic device configured in accordance with a particular embodiment of the present technology can include an elongated shaft having distal portion and a supply lumen along at least a portion of the shaft. The shaft can be configured to locate the distal portion intravascularly at a treatment site proximate a renal artery or renal ostium. The supply lumen can be configured to receive a liquid refrigerant. The cryotherapeutic device can further include a cooling assembly at the distal portion of the shaft. The cooling assembly can include an applicator in fluid communication with the supply lumen and configured to deliver cryotherapeutic cooling to nerves proximate the target site when the cooling assembly is in a deployed state. | 06-14-2012 |
20160038212 | Cryoablation Apparatuses, Systems, and Methods for Renal Neuromodulation - Catheter apparatuses, systems, and methods for cryogenically modulating neural structures of the renal plexus by intravascular access are disclosed herein. One aspect of the present application, for example, is directed to apparatuses, systems, and methods that incorporate a catheter treatment device comprising an elongated shaft. The elongated shaft is sized and configured to deliver a cryo-applicator to a renal artery via an intravascular path. Cryogenic renal neuromodulation may be achieved via application of cryogenic temperatures to modulate neural fibers that contribute to renal function, or of vascular structures that feed or perfuse the neural fibers. | 02-11-2016 |
David Donovan, Winnabow, NC US
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20140133109 | FIELD REPLACEABLE AUXILIARY SWITCH AND CONTROL CIRCUIT ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELECTRICAL CONTACTOR - A field replaceable auxiliary switch and control circuit assembly for an electrical contactor that comprises a frame member capable of being inserted into, and removable from, an opening and an interior of an electrical contactor housing. A circuit board is mounted to the frame member and has a control circuit formed thereon. The assembly may further comprise a first electrical connector disposed within the contactor housing and a second electrical connector attached to the circuit board having one or more electrical contacts capable of being positioned in mating relationship with the first electrical contactor, which is in electrical communication with an electromagnet and/or electromagnetic coil. | 05-15-2014 |
Eric S. Donovan, Fishers, IN US
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20140356125 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE HEAT EXCHANGER SYSTEM - An apparatus includes a gas turbine engine and a heat transfer system. The gas turbine engine includes an inlet particle separator that separates inlet air into scavenge air and clean air. A scavenge air path conveys the scavenge air from the inlet particle separator to the heat transfer system. A heat exchange fluid path conveys a heat exchange fluid to the heat transfer system and a cooled heat exchange fluid away from the heat transfer system. The heat transfer system is configured to transfer heat from the heat exchange fluid path to the scavenge air path to cool the heat exchange fluid. | 12-04-2014 |
20150240722 | SINGLE PHASE MICRO/MINI CHANNEL HEAT EXCHANGERS FOR GAS TURBINE INTERCOOLING - A gas turbine engine heat exchange system including a first multi-width channel heat exchanger (MWCHX) configured to transfer heat between a first air stream and a heat transfer fluid. The first MWCHX includes a first plurality of air-passage mini-channels configured to allow passage of the first air stream therethrough, where each air-passage channel has an air-channel width and an air-channel length greater than the air-channel width. The MWCHX also includes a first plurality of heat transfer fluid channels configured to allow passage of the heat transfer fluid therethrough, where each heat transfer fluid channel has a heat transfer channel width and a heat transfer channel length greater than the heat transfer channel width. The heat transfer channel width is less than the air-channel width. | 08-27-2015 |
Flo Donovan, River Ridge, LA US
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20150306460 | CHEMILUMINESCENT SWIM GOGGLES - This invention is a combination chemiluminescent band and frame, which allows one to swim at night or be worn at parties. It can be seen from behind, has a large surface area for band visibility and interchangeable lenses. It chemical composition allow it to be rapidly be recharged by lights, and exhibit bright visible light from a distance, but also allows for structural integrity of the material when used by swimmers. | 10-29-2015 |
Gary Donovan, Canmore CA
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20110146164 | Modular Processing Facility - The various processes of a plant are segmented into separate process blocks that are connected to one another using fluid conduits or electrical connections. Each process block is specialized to perform specific tasks in an assembly line manner to achieve an overall goal. For example, multiple distillation process blocks could be daisy-chained to create fuel from crude oil. Each process block is generally small enough to be mounted on a truck or a flatbed for easy transport, allowing for an assembly line of process blocks to be transported anywhere in the world with ease. | 06-23-2011 |
20150143775 | MODULAR PROCESSING FACILITY - The various processes of a plant are segmented into separate process blocks that are connected to one another using fluid conduits or electrical connections. Each process block is specialized to perform specific tasks in an assembly line manner to achieve an overall goal. For example, multiple distillation process blocks could be daisy-chained to create fuel from crude oil. Each process block is generally small enough to be mounted on a truck or a flatbed for easy transport, allowing for an assembly line of process blocks to be transported anywhere in the world with ease. | 05-28-2015 |
20150292223 | Modular Processing Facilities - The various processes of a plant are segmented into separate process blocks that are connected to one another using fluid conduits or electrical connections. Each process block is specialized to perform specific tasks in an assembly line manner to achieve an overall goal. For example, multiple distillation process blocks could be daisy-chained to create fuel from crude oil. Each process block is generally small enough to be mounted on a truck or a flatbed for easy transport, allowing for an assembly line of process blocks to be transported anywhere in the world with ease. | 10-15-2015 |
James Eversole Donovan, Upper Arlington, OH US
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20150108227 | DISPLAYING AN ANIMATED DIGITAL WATERMARK - A computer-implemented method for displaying an animated digital watermark including the display of a mobile payment card on a mobile display screen, wherein the mobile payment card is linked to a payment system, and the display of an animated digital watermark on the mobile display screen to ensure authenticity of the displayed mobile payment card. | 04-23-2015 |
20150199604 | DISPLAYING AN ANIMATED DIGITAL WATERMARK - A computer-implemented method for displaying an animated digital watermark including the display of a mobile payment card on a mobile display screen, wherein the mobile payment card is linked to a payment system, and the display of an animated digital watermark on the mobile display screen to ensure authenticity of the displayed mobile payment card. | 07-16-2015 |
20160005114 | SEAMLESS PROGRESSION OF CREDIT RELATED PROCESSES ON A MOBILE DEVICE - In a computer-implemented method for seamless progression of credit related processes on a mobile device, a user is prompted for credit application information via the mobile device for credit card application processing. Credit application information is received at the mobile device. Approval of a credit card account based on the application information is presented at the mobile device. Use of a digital credit card for repeat purchases is enabled via the mobile device. The digital credit card is associated with the credit card account. There is a seamless progression of credit related processes on the mobile device. | 01-07-2016 |
Jeffrey Michael Donovan, Rockford, MI US
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20150048223 | Chair Base Assembly - A chair base assembly including a leg assembly, a seat support and a support column coupling the leg assembly to the seat support. Either one or both of the seat support and the leg assembly including an insert member that extends about a bore defined within each, configured to accept the support column. Such an insert member includes a winding that is outwardly deformable so as to be outwardly deformable. The insert member may include a winding of a substantially uniform wire-like member having a substantially uniform cross-sectional configuration so as to define a circular cross-section. | 02-19-2015 |
John L. Donovan US
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20150266667 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTAINING AND SUPPRESSING EXPLOSIVE DETONATIONS - A transportable explosion chamber and method of operation for containing, controlling and suppressing explosive detonations, including the explosion surface hardening of impact-hardenable rail components. The apparatus comprises an elongate cylindrical steel containment vessel having an access door for introducing workpieces and a vent door for discharging explosion products. Both doors extend convexly into the vessel to facilitate the dissipation of explosion shock waves. Orificed vent pipes penetrate the vessel walls to controllably release explosion products into one or more exhaust manifolds. The vessel is surrounded and enclosed by steel skins supported by spaced octagonal steel support ribs fabricated by welding from interlocking elements. The hollows formed between the containment vessel and steel skins are filled with granular shock-damping silica sand which is introduced through filler openings at the top of the apparatus. To lighten the apparatus for transport, the shock-damping material may be drained through dump valves beneath the apparatus. | 09-24-2015 |
John Peter Donovan, Hampshire GB
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20090166976 | INFLATABLE SEAL, SET OF FLANGE PARTS AND CONTAINER COMPRISING SUCH SEAL, AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SUCH SEAL - An inflatable seal for sealing an annular space between two flange parts is formed by a hollow ring composed of elastic material. The hollow ring has a tubular cross-section with a peripheral wall and is provided with a connection for an inflation medium. The peripheral wall comprises, in at least one area of the tubular cross-section, a blocking element having a substantially larger cross-sectional dimension than the remaining part of the peripheral wall. Furthermore, a set of flange parts and a container comprising such a seal, and a method of manufacturing such a seal are disclosed. | 07-02-2009 |
Judith C. Donovan, Manchester, MO US
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20130212748 | Secreted Insecticidal Protein and Gene Compositions From Bacillus Thuringiensis and Uses Therefor - The present invention relates to the isolation and characterization of nucleotide sequences encoding novel insecticidal proteins secreted into the extracellular space from | 08-15-2013 |
Leslie Alan Donovan, Sydney, New South Wales AU
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20150331255 | Lens for Myopic Eye - An ophthalmic lens element includes an upper distance viewing zone and a lower near viewing zone. The upper distance viewing zone includes a central region with a first refractive power for clear distance vision and peripheral regions that are relatively positive in power compared to the first refractive power. The lower near viewing zone has a central region that is relatively positive in power compared to the first refractive power to account for accommodative lag. The powers of the peripheral regions of the lower near viewing zone are one of: i) equal to the power of the central region of the lower near viewing zone, ii) relatively positive in comparison to the power of the central region of the lower near viewing zone. | 11-19-2015 |
Mark Donovan, Berville FR
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20100056424 | COSMETIC USE OF CHITINASE-TYPE PROTEINS - The present invention relates to the use, notably cosmetic and/or therapeutic, of the YKL-40 protein belonging to the family of chitinase-type proteins, of polypeptides derived from this protein or analogs thereof of a nucleic acid sequence encoding such a polypeptide or of an agent that modulates the activity or expression of such a polypeptide notably for stimulation of terminal epithelial differentiation. | 03-04-2010 |
20100216165 | USE OF SOLUBLE FORMS OF THE DESMOGLEIN I PROTEIN FOR THE PURPOSES OF SCREENING FOR ANTI-AGEING ACTIVE AGENTS - The invention relates to the use of one or more complexed or noncomplexed, soluble peptide form(s) of Desmoglein I, as a marker for evaluating the effectiveness of active agents and/or of treatments, in particular anti-ageing active agents and/or treatments, with regard to an epidermis. | 08-26-2010 |
20100267642 | USE OF COMPLEX FORMS OF CALMODULIN-LIKE SKIN PROTEIN CLSP - The present invention relates to the use of a complex form of calmodulin-like skin protein (CLSP), of polypeptides derived from this protein or of analogues thereof, as a marker for evaluating a state of an epithelium. | 10-21-2010 |
20100311666 | COSMETIC USE OF A PROTEIN BELONGING TO THE RIBONUCLEASE FAMILY - The present invention relates to the use, in cosmetics and in therapeutics, of at least one antimicrobial protein belonging to the ribonuclease family, ribonuclease 7, or of polypeptides derived from said protein, notably as a marker for evaluating the condition of the epidermis. It further relates to the use of at least one polypeptide according to the invention, of at least one nucleic acid sequence coding for a polypeptide according to the invention, or of at least one agent that modulates the expression or the activity, notably biological, of said polypeptide or of its interaction with an element of the extracellular matrix, for the preparation of compositions intended for the prevention and/or treatment of skin disorders. | 12-09-2010 |
20120190627 | COSMETIC USE OF LACRITIN-TYPE POLYPEPTIDES - The present invention is directed to the use, in particular cosmetic use, of an effective amount of at least one lacritin-type polypeptide, of an analogue thereof or of a fragment thereof, of at least one nucleic acid sequence encoding this polypeptide, or of at least one agent that modulates the activity, the stability or the expression of this polypeptide, or its interaction with syndecan-1, as an agent useful for the care of the skin and of appendages thereof. | 07-26-2012 |
20140348816 | USE OF COMPLEX FORMS OF CALMODULIN-LIKE SKIN PROTEIN CLSP - The invention also relates to the use of these complex forms for the purposes of screening for biological or chemical compounds capable of modulating a biological activity of said complex forms and/or for preparing and/or improving a pluristratified cell model. | 11-27-2014 |
Martin J. Donovan, Santa Fe, NM US
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20130213397 | INHALER TO DELIVER SUBSTANCES FOR PROPHYLAXIS OR PREVENTION OF DISEASE OR INJURY CAUSED BY THE INHALATION OF BIOLOGICAL OR CHEMICAL AGENTS - A dry powder inhaler may include a powder storage region, an inlet channel, a dispersion chamber, and an outlet channel. A geometry of the inhaler may be such that a flow profile is generated within the dispersion chamber that causes an actuator to oscillate, enabling the actuator when oscillating to deaggregate powdered medicament within the dispersion chamber to be aerosolized and entrained by the air and delivered to a patient through the outlet channel. | 08-22-2013 |
Matt Donovan, Ankeny, IA US
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20150360287 | ADDITIVE MANUFACTURE FROM MACHINED SURFACE - A method of additive manufacturing includes building a component having a top surface, attaching the component to a powder bed fusion plate that receives the component, filling the powder bed fusion chamber so the powder is flush with the top surface of the component, and adding a first layer of powdered metal level with the top surface of the component. The method of additive manufacturing also includes fusing the first layer of powdered metal to the top surface of the component to create a fusion joint, and building up an additively manufactured body from the top surface of the component in subsequent layers. | 12-17-2015 |
Matthew Christopher Jon Donovan, Bloomington, IL US
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20150254955 | VEHICLE OPERATOR EMOTION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - The method, system, and computer-readable medium facilitates monitoring a vehicle operator during the course of vehicle operation to determine whether the vehicle operator is in an emotionally impaired state (e.g., aggressive or agitated) and presenting appropriate stimuli (e.g., music or sound recordings) to the vehicle operator when impairment is detected. The vehicle operator, the environment surrounding the vehicle, or forces acting on the vehicle may be monitored using a variety of sensors, including optical sensors, accelerometers, or biometric sensors (e.g., skin conductivity, heart rate, or voice modulation). When the vehicle operator is determined to be in an emotionally impaired state, stimuli are selected to improve the emotional state of the vehicle operator. The selection is based on sensor data and data regarding prior responses of the vehicle operator to various stimuli. After selection, the stimuli are presented to the vehicle operator while monitoring continues. | 09-10-2015 |
Michael J. Donovan, Barcelona ES
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20110166409 | EGFR AND PTEN GENE ALTERATIONS PREDICTS SURVIVAL IN PATIENTS WITH BRAIN TUMORS - The invention relates to methods of predicting the clinical outcome of brain cancer patients based on the LOH levels of the PTEN gene and on the expression levels or the polysomy/amplification levels of EGFR gene in a sample from said patients. | 07-07-2011 |
20150111907 | EGFR AND PTEN GENE ALTERATIONS PREDICTS SURVIVAL IN PATIENTS WITH BRAIN TUMOR - The invention relates to methods of predicting the clinical outcome of brain cancer patients based on the LOH levels of the PTEN gene and on the expression levels or the polysomy/amplification levels of EGFR gene in a sample from said patients. | 04-23-2015 |
Michael Lee Donovan, Arlington, VA US
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20140278725 | ENTERPRISE PRODUCT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A comprehensive enterprise product management system to effectuate efficient product time to market. The system includes a process model and a data model. The process model consists of entities that represent typical concepts in a trade setting and relationships among these entities. The data model represents the complexity of a product, including defining the entities that comprise the product and the relationship among these entities. An input mechanism is provided to facilitate entry of a new product to the enterprise. The process model and the data model accommodate the dynamic characteristics associated with both product definition and channels of trade. | 09-18-2014 |
Nathan David Donovan, Columbia, IL US
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20130168187 | VARIABLE SPEED STEPPER MOTOR DRIVING A LUBRICATION PUMP SYSTEM - Apparatus and method for supplying lubricant to a plurality of lubrication sites. Embodiments include a pump with venting and non-venting piston return, a pump with stirrer and direct feed mechanism, a pump with CAN system and self-diagnostics, a pump with heated housing and reservoir and a pump with stepper motor and overdrive control. Profiles drive the stepper motor at various speeds. | 07-04-2013 |
20130168188 | STEPPER MOTOR DRIVING A LUBRICATION PUMP PROVIDING UNINTERRUPTED LUBRICANT FLOW - Apparatus and method for supplying lubricant to a plurality of lubrication points via divider valves. A pump driven by a stepper motor to supplies lubricant at a varying rate which provides lubricant substantially uninterrupted at the lubrication point(s), and/or provides lubricant at a continuous non-constant flow rate which provides lubricant without interruption at the lubrication point(s), and/or provides lubricant at a constant flow rate which provides lubricant without interruption at the lubrication point(s). | 07-04-2013 |
20150177034 | FLOW MEASURING DEVICE FOR LUBRICATION SYSTEMS - A flow measuring device for measuring flow of a fluid. A housing has a passage which extends between an inlet and an outlet. A shaft is disposed within the housing and is rotatable about a central axis. A flow detector is mounted on the shaft and disposed at least partially within the passage. The flow detector includes a rotatable, generally cylindrical body that rotates about a central axis as the fluid flows. A magnet is mounted on the rotatable body or on the shaft, and is configured to rotate simultaneously with the body about the central axis. A sensor is disposed within the housing and configured to sense rotation of the magnet as the flow detector angularly displaces about the central axis so as to detect angular displacement of the flow detector. | 06-25-2015 |
Niall Finbarr Donovan, Carrigaline IE
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20130024566 | DETECTION OF LINK CONNECTIVITY IN COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS - A method of commencement of operation of a communication system such as an Ethernet OAM system comprises enabling an endpoint (A) to transmit and receive repetitive connectivity check messages on a link between the endpoint and a remote endpoint (B); determining a loss of connectivity with the remote endpoint by the absence of received connectivity check messages within a monitoring interval; and delaying the commencement of said monitoring interval until a predetermined number of valid connectivity check messages has been received. The invention may be implemented by means of a counter ( | 01-24-2013 |
Patrick Joseph Donovan, Portsmouth, RI US
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20140261137 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOTE INSPECTION OF LIQUID FILLED STRUCTURES - A system and method for remote inspection of a liquid filled tank or structure is disclosed. In the system, a remotely operated underwater vehicle is deployed in a liquid filled tank which includes pre-installed location identifier tags. The remotely operated underwater vehicle includes at least one camera for providing a video feed to an operator. The remotely operated underwater vehicle is piloted through tanks to be inspected, scanning tags and transmitting video and sensor data to the operator via operator's computer. The operator inspects and records observations of the video and sensor data to the system. Resulting data is recorded and reports generated. | 09-18-2014 |
Paul Donovan, Halifax CA
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20090152880 | EXTENDABLE BUMPER - An apparatus is disclosed for extending a bumper on a motor vehicle having driven wheels. The apparatus includes a drive to derive power from the rotating wheels, an actuator for extending the bumper, and a controller for connecting the actuator to the drive. When bumper extension is desired, drive power is transferred from the motor vehicle's rotating wheels to the actuator to effect deployment of the bumper. | 06-18-2009 |
20100198425 | PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTAT - A programmable thermostat is disclosed having a continuously movable indexing mechanism, such as a rotatable wheel, that allows a user to scroll or cycle through sequential time intervals ranging over a complete week to view currently programmed time intervals and to select periods of time during the week that the user wishes to program or reprogram. Such a design allows a user to easily program different temperature settings during different time intervals during the week and allows the user to easily view the programmed settings. | 08-05-2010 |
Paul F. Donovan, Brodhead, WI US
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20160003290 | ADJUSTABLE LINKING ARM ASSEMBLY - A linking arm assembly which is readily adaptable to assume a wide range of operative lengths and configurations using a small number of common components. Linking arm assemblies consistent with the present disclosure may be adjusted for use in very different applications while using common components. Accordingly, substantial efficiencies may be achieved while performance is maintained. | 01-07-2016 |
Robert J. Donovan, Rochester, MN US
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20140006793 | Trusted System Network | 01-02-2014 |
Robert Mark Donovan, Bedford GB
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20080234342 | Skin Conditioning Compositions Containing Compounds for Mimicking the Effect on Skin of Retinoic Acid - A skin care product comprising from about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid, in combination with 0.0001% to a bout 50% of a combination of retinoid boosters. | 09-25-2008 |
20110206626 | Method for Treating Skin with Booster Compositions - A skin care product comprising from about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid, in combination with 0.0001% to about 50% of a combination of retinoid boosters. | 08-25-2011 |
20120258061 | Method for Treating Skin with Retinoids and Retinoid Boosters - A skin care product comprising from about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid in combination with 0.0001% to about 50% of at combination of retinoid hoosters. | 10-11-2012 |
Robert Mark Donovan, Berville FR
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20140050676 | Method for Treating Skin with Retinoids and Retinoid Boosters - A skin care product comprising from about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid, in combination with 0.0001% to about 50% of a combination of retinoid boosters. | 02-20-2014 |
Ryan R. Donovan, Ottawa CA
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20120271779 | UNIFYING DOMAIN MODEL FOR INTERNET BUSINESS SYSTEMS - A unifying domain model for Internet business systems is described that includes an authoritative definition of logical objects that make up a modern Internet business system, a canonical list of attributes associated with such objects, a specification of how such objects may be composed and may relate to one another, and what operations or actions may be taken on or provided by them. A middleware framework is also described that brokers communication between end-user applications that are designed to consume the aforementioned objects and various integrated systems that are not so designed, such as LOB systems and partner systems, wherein brokering communication may include performing a translation between a representation of the data and operations utilized by an integrated system and the unifying domain model utilized by the end-user applications during runtime of the end-user applications. | 10-25-2012 |
Sarah Adele Donovan, Reading GB
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20150291747 | PROCESS OF MAKING A CONTINUOUS DIELECTRIC FILM COMPRISING DISPERSED NANOPARTICLES - The invention provides a process of making a continuous freeform thermoplastic dielectric film ( | 10-15-2015 |
Shama M. Donovan, Hillsboro, OR US
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20140173936 | Color Change System for An Article of Footwear With A Color Change Portion - A color change system for an article with a color change portion and a method of changing color is disclosed. The article includes at least one color change portion capable of changing colors. The color change portion can change colors according to one or more performance parameters. The color change system can include a computer or a mobile device. The article can be connected to the computer or the mobile device and the color change portion can be controlled using the computer or mobile device. | 06-26-2014 |
Shane Donovan, Chicago, IL US
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20130129710 | HEMOSTATIC COMPOSITIONS - The invention discloses a method for producing a hemostatic composition comprising mixing a biocompatible polymer suitable for use in hemostasis and a genipin-type crosslinker, crosslinking said polymer by said genipin-type crosslinker to obtain a crosslinked biocompatible polymer, and finishing said crosslinks polymer to a pharmaceutically acceptable hemostatic composition, new hemostatic compositions and methods for using such compositions. | 05-23-2013 |
Sharon Donovan, Champaign, IL US
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20160136268 | MAMMALIAN MILK OSTEOPONTIN FOR ENHANCING IMMUNE RESPONSIVENESS - The disclosed invention provides mammalian milk osteopontin and/or an active truncation or active peptide thereof for improving immune responsiveness to an infectious disease in a mammal, for example a human subject, as well as enhancing the efficacy of vaccination for the prophylactic or therapeutic treatment of an infectious disease in mammals, such as humans. The invention further provides a vaccine system, for use in the prophylactic or therapeutic treatment of an infectious disease in a mammal, comprising a vaccine and a mammalian milk osteopontin and/or an active truncation or active peptide thereof for oral administration to a mammal, as well as methods of enhancing immune resistance to an infectious disease in a mammal by administration of a vaccine and a mammalian milk osteopontin and/or an active truncation thereof. | 05-19-2016 |
Sharon M. Donovan, Champaign, IL US
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20150246100 | Modulation of Immune Function by Dietary Bovine Lactoferrin - The invention provides methods of increasing immune cell function in a newborn mammal that has not consumed any substantial amounts of colostrum or breast milk comprising administering an infant formula comprising about 1.0 to about 10 g/L of lactoferrin to the newborn mammal. | 09-03-2015 |
Shaun Donovan, Tucson, AZ US
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20150351471 | Rapidly Removable Gloves and Related Methods - Disclosed is a modified set of gloves, system, and method of glove removal and retention that is particularly well suited for, but not limited to, tactical situations (i.e. fast-roping) and action sports environments. In one embodiment, the glove(s) feature at least one catch between at least two fingers of the glove(s). Preferably, the catch defines a mechanism for rapidly removing and retaining the glove(s). Further disclosed is a system for removing the glove(s) featuring a garment with an attached anchor, such as a carabineer or a hook. In a preferred embodiment, the anchor is positioned in the sternum area of the vest and glove wearer. Operably, a user moves the gloved hand(s) down and over the anchor to place the catch on the anchor so that the continued movement of the user's hands rapidly removes and stores the glove(s) via the anchor. | 12-10-2015 |
Stacet B. Donovan, Fort Worth, TX US
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20140124198 | Remote Activated Deflector - A wellbore y-block junction comprises a first bore channel, a second bore channel, a deflector selectable to a neutral position, to a first bore channel selected position, and to a second bore channel selected position, a radio receiver, and a controller, wherein the controller is configured to command the deflector position to one of the neutral position, the first bore channel selected position, or the second bore channel selected position based on an input from the radio receiver. | 05-08-2014 |
Stacey B. Donovan, Fort Worth, TX US
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20140034298 | Remote Activated Deflector - A wellbore y-block junction comprises a first bore channel, a second bore channel, a deflector selectable to a neutral position, to a first bore channel selected position, and to a second bore channel selected position, a radio receiver, and a controller, wherein the controller is configured to command the deflector position to one of the neutral position, the first bore channel selected position, or the second bore channel selected position based on an input from the radio receiver. | 02-06-2014 |
20140251615 | WINDOW MILLING SYSTEMS - A window milling system can include a window mill having selectively retractable and extendable blades, and a whipstock assembly having a receptacle therein, the window mill being secured relative to the whipstock assembly the blades are received in the receptacle. A method of cutting a window through a wellbore lining can include cutting through the lining with a window mill, then retracting blades of the window mill, and then outwardly extending the blades in a whipstock assembly, thereby securing the whipstock assembly to the window mill. A window mill can include multiple blades adapted for cutting through a wellbore lining, the blades being outwardly extendable relative to a body of the window mill in a well. Another method of cutting a window through a wellbore lining can include a window mill drilling a wellbore outward a substantial distance from the window after the window mill cutting through the lining. | 09-11-2014 |
Stacey Blaine Donovan, Fort Worth, TX US
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20130284458 | Wellbore Casing Section with Moveable Portion for Providing a Casing Exit - Disclosed are systems and methods for providing a casing exit. One method includes introducing into a wellbore a casing section having an outer sleeve and an inner sleeve rotatably received within the outer sleeve, the outer sleeve defining an outer window and the inner sleeve defining an inner window rotationally alignable with the outer window, wherein the inner sleeve defines a first alignment portion engageable to rotate the inner sleeve, advancing the casing section to a wellbore location with the inner window rotationally misaligned with the outer window, extending a deflector tool within the casing section such that a second alignment portion provided on the deflector tool engages the first alignment portion, and rotating the deflector tool such that the inner sleeve rotates with respect to the outer sleeve and moves the casing section into an open configuration where the inner window is rotationally aligned with the outer window. | 10-31-2013 |
20140008130 | Wellbore Casing Section with Moveable Portion for Providing a Casing Exit - Systems and methods for providing a casing exit include a casing section having a generally cylindrical outer sleeve including a proximal end and a distal end. The outer sleeve may define an outer window extending between the proximal end and the distal end. A generally cylindrical inner sleeve may be received within the outer sleeve and may define an inner window. The inner sleeve may be moveable between a first position in which the inner window is misaligned with the outer window and the inner sleeve substantially closes the outer window, and a second position in which the inner window is aligned with the outer window. A deflector tool may be configured to engage the inner sleeve and move the inner sleeve from the first position to the second position | 01-09-2014 |
Stephen Donovan, South Yarra AU
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20090031642 | INTERACTIVE BUILDING MODULE - A building module is disclosed which moves between a collapsed configuration, where it is sized and shaped similarly to a standard shipping container, and an erected configuration where it forms a building of greater space. Braced panels are hinged to form walls in the collapsed configuration and floors or ceilings in the erected configuration. The modules may be connected together to form a single storied or multistoried building. | 02-05-2009 |
Steve Donovan, Milton, GA US
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20140288810 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING ARTERIAL ROADWAY THROUGHPUT - The present invention provides systems and methods for calculating the health of an intersection, including lane-level impacts, using traffic data obtained from the intersection. | 09-25-2014 |
Steven Robert Donovan, Dallas, TX US
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20130151845 | METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIA FOR ENCRYPTING DIAMETER IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION IN A COMMUNICATION NETWORK - The subject matter described herein includes systems, methods, and computer readable media for encrypting Diameter identification information contained in Diameter signaling messages. The system includes a Diameter agent that comprises a network interface configured to receive, from a first Diameter node, a Diameter signaling message that includes Diameter identification information associated with the first Diameter node and a Diameter encryption topology hiding module (ETHM) configured to encrypt the Diameter identification information to generate encrypted Diameter identification information and to replace the Diameter identification information in the Diameter signaling message with the encrypted Diameter identification information. The Diameter agent further includes a routing module configured to route the Diameter signaling message with the encrypted Diameter identification information to a second Diameter node. | 06-13-2013 |
20150215167 | METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIA FOR NEGOTIATING DIAMETER CAPABILITIES - Methods, systems, and computer readable media for negotiating Diameter capabilities are disclosed. According to one method, the method occurs at a Diameter relay agent including at least one processor and a memory. The method includes receiving first Diameter capabilities information associated with a first Diameter node. The method also includes sending, to at least a second Diameter node, the first Diameter capabilities information. | 07-30-2015 |
20150319267 | METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIA FOR CONTROLLING DEEP PARSING OF DIAMETER MESSAGES - A system for controlling deep parsing of Diameter messages comprises a Diameter node. The Diameter node includes at least one processor and a Diameter parsing engine for receiving a Diameter message, determining whether the message includes a Diameter deep parse indicator, for determining whether or not to perform deep parsing of the message based on the presence, absence, or value the Diameter deep parse indicator, and performing or refraining from performing deep parsing of the message based on results of the determining. | 11-05-2015 |
Valerie M.t. Donovan, Fredericton CA
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20140123438 | Cord management sleeve - The cord management sleeve is used to retain an electric cord that is bent in several segments in a bow-tie-like arrangement. The cord management sleeve has a first and second halves, each having a cylindrical shape. The first half is coaxially engaged into the second half, for rotation into the second half. The first half has a circumferential ridge on an end thereof. The second half has a circumferential groove on an end thereof The circumferential ridge is engaged into the circumferential groove with a sliding fit. Each of the halves has a longitudinal slot therein, and these longitudinal slots are movable relative to each other by rotation of the halves relative to each other, for selectively aligning the slots or setting off an alignment of the slots. The segments of a cord are inserted though the slots and kept in the sleeve by setting off the alignment of the slots. | 05-08-2014 |