Dorsey, US
Albert H. Dorsey, Ocean Grove, NJ US
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20140263418 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF USE FOR DISPENSING LIQUIDS FROM A CONTAINER - A method for dispensing a beverage from a bottle that includes communicating a dispensing authorization message from a control unit to at least one of a server interface carried by a beverage server and a pour spout secured to a bottle, wherein the dispensing authorization message at least one of includes or initiates a dispensing command, and wherein the pour spout responds to the dispensing command by opening a spout valve through which a beverage flows from the bottle and out of the pour spout. | 09-18-2014 |
20140263430 | POUR SPOUT DEVICE AND METHOD OF USE FOR DISPENSING LIQUID FROM A CONTAINER - A pour spout for dispensing a beverage from a bottle including a bottle adapter for attaching to a bottle to receive a beverage from the bottle, a housing having a chamber into which a housing inlet and a housing outlet open, the housing inlet connected to the bottle adapter for receiving the beverage, a valve carriage moveably received within the chamber and having a carriage passage, a resilient first tube providing a first passageway for beverage to flow from the housing inlet to the carriage passage, a resilient second tube providing a second passageway for beverage to flow from the carriage passage to the housing outlet, a valve operatively connected to the valve carriage to control flow of the beverage through the housing from the housing inlet to the housing outlet; and a valve actuator for moving the valve carriage within the chamber to operate the valve open or closed. | 09-18-2014 |
Charlie Dorsey, Homestead, FL US
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20120096611 | Late harvest avocado tree - A new avocado tree has an intermediate growth pattern, with fruit that mature from the end of March through mid-May. The fruit are found in a diversity of shapes, and large lenticles are found on the skin as the fruit ripens. | 04-19-2012 |
Clarence Dorsey, Houston, TX US
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20120167899 | Absorbent digital Pad - The present invention relates to a pad to be inserted between the web spaces of human toes. The pad comprise an non-absorbent outer section encompassing an absorbent inner section. The pad can be manufactured within various shapes and sizes. | 07-05-2012 |
Clay Robinson Dorsey, Birmingham, AL US
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20080264069 | Refrigerated odor reducing trash receptacle - This trash cooling unit system includes a Thermoelectric cooling system (TEC) which requires no harmful Freon or refrigerant liquids. It has a temperature controller to maintain a constant temperature. This system will operate on DC 24V at 12 Amps and move up to 40 watts of heat. Also, it has an AC adapter. The capacity of the trash unit is: width: approx. 10½,″ Depth: approx. 9½,″ Height: approx. 22″. The interior enclosure has a temperature of about 45° F. in a 80° F., 80% relative humidity ambient. This corresponds to approximately 17 watts of passive heat load from air convection and conduction through 2″ of Polystyrene which prevents any condensation. | 10-30-2008 |
David Norwood Dorsey, Clifton Park, NY US
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20110210643 | STATOR CORE SUSPENSION SYSTEM USING SPRING BAR IN PLANE EXTENDING PERPENDICULAR TO STATOR CORE AXIS - A stator core suspension system includes a spring bar(s) coupled to a stator core and a frame for vibrationally isolating the stator core from the frame. A longitudinal axis of the spring bar is positioned in a plane extending substantially perpendicular to an axis of the stator core. The stator core suspension system can be arranged in modular suspension sections for selective assembly into a related dynamoelectric machine. | 09-01-2011 |
20120091853 | SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR DYNAMOELECTRIC MACHINE - A support system is provided for a dynamoelectric machine having a stator and stator bars connected to a connection ring assembly. The support system includes at least one stator bar support bracket and one or more support rings connected to the stator bars. A connection ring support bracket supports the connection ring assembly. A mount is connected to the connection ring support bracket. The mount permits axial movement of the stator bars, the stator bar support bracket, the support rings, and the connection ring assembly due to thermal expansion experienced during operation of the dynamoelectric machine. | 04-19-2012 |
20120104760 | DYNAMOELECTRIC MACHINE SUPPORT SYSTEM - A support system for a dynamoelectric machine is disclosed. In one embodiment, the support system includes: a mounting pad having a first face and a second face, the second face including a pair of slots; a pair of spring bars welded or brazed to the mounting pad at the pair of slots; a collar welded or brazed to the first face of the mounting pad; and a key bar between and affixed to the pair of spring bars. | 05-03-2012 |
20140367971 | DYNAMOELECTRIC MACHINE SUPPORT SYSTEM HAVING BOLTED SPRINGBAR - A support system for a dynamoelectric machine is disclosed. In one embodiment, the support system includes: a mounting pad having a first face and a second face, the second face including a pair of slots; a pair of spring bars bolted to the mounting pad at the pair of slots; a collar welded or brazed to the first face of the mounting pad; and a key bar between and affixed to the pair of spring bars. | 12-18-2014 |
20150028717 | Apparatus And System For Attaching Integral Spacers To Laminations - Disclosed are methods, apparatuses, and systems with regard to laminations. In an embodiment, an apparatus includes a lamination having a variable thickness and a spacer connected with the lamination at a location, wherein the location of the spacer is based on a determined thickness of the lamination. | 01-29-2015 |
Denis Dorsey, Lexington, SC US
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20100056572 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS RELATING TO SOLENOPSINS AND THEIR USES IN TREATING NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS AND ENHANCING PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE - Provided herein are piperidine alkaloids and uses thereof in neurological disorders and physical enhancement applications. | 03-04-2010 |
20140086998 | Compositions And Methods Relating To Solenopsins And Their Uses In Treating Neurological Disorders And Enhancing Physical Performance - Provided herein are piperidine alkaloids and uses thereof in neurological disorders and physical enhancement applications. | 03-27-2014 |
Douglas V. Dorsey, Hansville, WA US
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20150268469 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING INTERACTIVE PRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION INFORMATION - Systems and methods for providing interactive production illustration information are provided. One system includes a machine vision system configured to attach to a user, wherein the machine vision system when attached to the user is aligned with a line of sight of the user towards a physical location. The machine vision system controllable by the user and configured to acquire an image of an article. The system also includes an interactive production illustration system coupled to the machine vision system, wherein the interactive production illustration system has stored therein interactive production illustration. The interactive production illustration system is configured to select interactive production illustration information for an assembly process for the article at the physical location based at least in part on the acquired image. The interactive production illustration information is further configured to communicate the selected interactive production illustration information to the machine vision system for display. | 09-24-2015 |
20150316649 | AIRCRAFT ENHANCED REFERENCE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method including placing first and second measurement devices proximate first and second aircraft doors, respectively, and determining a first position of the second measurement device relative to a second position of the first measurement device. The method includes placing first and second pluralities of reflective devices inside the aircraft proximate the first and second doors, respectively. The method includes measuring first and second distances from the first and second measurement devices to the first and second pluralities of reflective devices, respectively, and measuring second distances from the second measurement device to the second plurality of reflective devices. Based on a determined position of the second measurement device and further based on the first distances and second distances, third distances are determined between each of the first and second pluralities of reflective devices. The third distances provide a measurement baseline for points on a fuselage and wings. | 11-05-2015 |
James Dorsey, Smyrna, GA US
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20110283457 | Mattress Structures for Child Containment and Sleeping Devices - A mattress pad assembly for use with a child containment area is disclosed. The mattress pad assembly includes a mattress pad having a plurality of panels each of which is coupled to at least one other panel along a flexible seam, wherein the mattress pad is reconfigurable between a non-planar configuration and a planar configuration defined by the cooperation of the plurality of panels to form a flexible top surface and a substantially rigid bottom surface. The mattress pad assembly further includes a support assembly coupled to the bottom surface of the mattress pad when the mattress pad is in the planar configuration, the support assembly having one or more support connectors coupled to at least two of the plurality of panels, and a brace configured to removably cooperate with the one or more support connectors, wherein the brace is configured to engage each of the plurality of panels to prevent bending along the flexible seam. | 11-24-2011 |
James Christopher Dorsey, Chelmsford, MA US
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20120246704 | MOBILE SOFTWARE ENTITLEMENTS MANAGER - A mobile entitlements manager implemented on a mobile device stores the software entitlements belonging to a user of the mobile device. The mobile device communicates with client computers on which the user wishes to run software applications. Messages are exchanged between the client and the mobile device to enable activation, continued running, and to deactivate client applications in accordance with the entitlements available to the user. The mobile entitlements manager updates its entitlement information by communicating with a remote entitlements server, and informs the entitlement server of the status of programs running on clients in communication with the device. The entitlements manager handles entitlements for multiple applications and for multiple licensed entities, such as individual users, sites, client computers, or organizations. | 09-27-2012 |
20150066780 | Developing Music and Media - Among other things, contributors (also called teammates) can form teams to cooperatively create original media using electronic communication with a server. The cooperative creation of the original media occurs as a project and as working sessions within a project, defined within a user interface accessible to each of the contributors of the team. The contributors can communicate through the user interface. Security is provided against access by any other party to the original media and the process of cooperatively creating it. | 03-05-2015 |
James J. Dorsey, Tempe, AZ US
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20100220432 | System And Method For Supplying Power To Electronics Enclosures Utilizing Distributed DC Power Architectures - A power entry module (PEM) that is used with an electronics equipment enclosure. The PEM has a housing adapted to be coupled to a shelf of the electronics equipment enclosure. The housing has at least one pair of power cable lugs accessible from an exterior of the housing for coupling the PEM to a pair of power cables associated with a power feed. The PEM also has a backplane connector for coupling the PEM to a blackplane of the electronics enclosure. A distribution network is disposed within the PEM housing and forms at least a pair of electrically isolated power distribution buses for coupling electrical power provided from the power cables to each of the power distribution branches. Each power distribution branch independently provides electrical power to at least one blade supported within the electronics equipment enclosure. | 09-02-2010 |
James M. Dorsey, Durham, NC US
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20100022612 | FUSED HETEROCYCLES - This invention provides fused heterocycles having the formula: | 01-28-2010 |
20100029741 | FUSED HETEROCYCLES - This invention provides methods of improving cognitive function by administering to a subject a therapeutically effective amount of a fused heterocycle having the formula: | 02-04-2010 |
20100120740 | PRODRUGS OF FUSED HETEROCYCLIC INHIBITORS OF D-AMINO ACID OXIDASE - The invention relates to prodrugs of fused heterocyclic inhibitors of D-amino oxidase (DAAO) and methods of treating diseases and conditions, wherein modulation of D-amino acid oxidase activity, D-serine levels, D-serine oxidative products and NMDA receptor activity in the nervous system of a mammalian subject is effective. | 05-13-2010 |
20110034434 | PRODRUGS OF FUSED HETEROCYCLIC INHIBITORS OF D-AMINO ACID OXIDASE - The invention relates to prodrugs of fused heterocyclic inhibitors of D-amino oxidase (DAAO) and methods of treating diseases and conditions, wherein modulation of D-amino acid oxidase activity, D-serine levels, D-serine oxidative products and NMDA receptor activity in the nervous system of a mammalian subject is effective. | 02-10-2011 |
20150361079 | Spiro-Quinazolinone Derivatives and their Use as Positive Allosteric Modulators of mGluR4 - The present invention relates to novel spiro-quinazolinone derivatives as positive allosteric modulators for modulating metabotropic glutamate receptor subtype 4 (mGluR4) and/or altering glutamate level or glutamatergic signalling. | 12-17-2015 |
James Michael Dorsey, Durham, NC US
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20120016124 | SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS - A serotonin reuptake inhibitor which can be used in the treatment of depression and which has a decreased occurrence of unwanted side effects. The serotonin reuptake inhibitors are bi-functional organic molecules which combine serotonin transporter reuptake inhibition with serotonin (5-HT, such as 5-HT | 01-19-2012 |
Jessie L. Dorsey, Richardson, TX US
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20160106191 | Comb Pad Eyelash Curler Inserts Refill Pads - This invention is a comb shaper refill pads for the eyelash curler to allow you to divide and separate eyelashes while being curled with an eyelash curler at the same time. Refill pads have different comb designs to choose from: Fine, medium, wide, extra wide shape. Refill comb pads are made of a soft silicone rubber with a mushroom shape for tighter curl, you will get eyelashes divided, curled, and styled with this new eyelash curler refill comb pads. | 04-21-2016 |
John Dorsey, Englewood, CO US
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20130054451 | METHOD AND SYSTEM OF DEFERRED PRESENTMENT(S) FOR THE PURCHASE OF GOODS AND/OR SERVICES - Methods and systems of deferred presentment for the purchase of goods and/or services. One arrangement includes a Point Of Sale (POS) device combined with a check reader and/or imaging device for receiving and storing check instrument data (e.g., amount, date of presentment, routing number) and customer identifying information (e.g., a customer PIN). A database of previous check writing experience and activity may be accessed to determine whether or not a current check instrument is to be verified. Choosing to proceed with execution of a verified check instrument may include a guarantee component that serves to credit a merchant or other party with funds in the event that a check instrument fails to clear a bank. | 02-28-2013 |
John T. Dorsey, Hampton, VA US
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20090134107 | Robotic-Movement Payload Lifter and Manipulator - A payload lifter/manipulator module includes a rotatable joint supporting spreader arms angularly spaced with respect to one another. A rigid arm is fixedly coupled to the joint and extends out therefrom to a tip. A tension arm has a first end and a second end with the first end being fixedly coupled to the tip of the rigid arm. The tension arm incorporates pivots along the length thereof. Each pivot can be engaged by or disengaged from the outboard end of a spreader arm based on a position of the spreader arm. A hoist, positioned remotely with respect to the module and coupled to the second end of the tension arm, controls the position of the spreader arms to thereby control the position of the rigid arm's tip. Payload lifter/manipulator assemblies can be constructed with one or more of the modules. | 05-28-2009 |
20130305867 | Tension Stiffened and Tendon Actuated Manipulator and a Hinge for Use Therein - A tension stiffened and tendon actuated manipulator is provided performing robotic-like movements when acquiring a payload. The manipulator design can be adapted for use in-space, lunar or other planetary installations as it is readily configurable for acquiring and precisely manipulating a payload in both a zero-g environment and in an environment with a gravity field. The manipulator includes a plurality of link arms, a hinge connecting adjacent link arms together to allow the adjacent link arms to rotate relative to each other and a cable actuation and tensioning system provided between adjacent link arms. The cable actuation and tensioning system includes a spreader arm and a plurality of driven and non-driven elements attached to the link arms and the spreader arm. At least one cable is routed around the driven and non-driven elements for actuating the hinge. | 11-21-2013 |
20160107321 | Hinge for Use in a Tension Stiffened and Tendon Actuated Manipulator - A tension stiffened and tendon actuated manipulator is provided performing robotic-like movements when acquiring a payload. The manipulator design can be adapted for use in-space, lunar or other planetary installations as it is readily configurable for acquiring and precisely manipulating a payload in both a zero-g environment and in an environment with a gravity field. The manipulator includes a plurality of link arms, a hinge connecting adjacent link arms together to allow the adjacent link arms to rotate relative to each other and a cable actuation and tensioning system provided between adjacent link arms. The cable actuation and tensioning system includes a spreader arm and a plurality of driven and non-driven elements attached to the link aims and the spreader arm. At least one cable is routed around the driven and non-driven elements for actuating the hinge. | 04-21-2016 |
Joseph Lawrence Dorsey, Fort Mitchell, KY US
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20160042616 | Child In Vehicle Reminder Alarm - An alarm system for reminding a driver of the earlier placement of a child in the backseat of a vehicle usable with both a one piece car seat and a two piece car seat comprised of a carrier and base includes in a first embodiment a rear sensor, driver door opening sensor, a control unit, alarm means, and deactivation switch wherein the opening of a rear door activates and arms the system automatically so consequently the alarm means is energized and activated anytime thereafter when the driver opens their door, thus reminding the driver when they are exiting the vehicle of the child in the back. The driver then deactivates the system manually. In another embodiment applied to a child's two piece car seat includes a car seat occupancy state detector, driver door opening sensor, a control unit, and alarm means, wherein the car seat occupancy state detector is comprised of split components of actuator and sensor which are placed on the carrier and base respectively, thus allowing the user to remove the carrier without needing to remove or disconnect some component of the system first from the carrier and allowing a manufacture to avoid using wireless technology as the means to communicate a signal from the car seat occupancy state detector to the central control unit. | 02-11-2016 |
Josh Dorsey, Columbia, CT US
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20100095834 | FIREARM HAVING AN INDIRECT GAS OPERATING SYSTEM - A black rifle configuration automatic or semi-automatic firearm having an indirect gas operating system. The firearm has a black rifle configuration receiver assembly having a bolt assembly enclosed within. The bolt assembly having a striking surface and a barrel assembly having a bore, the barrel assembly being coupled to the receiver assembly. A gas block is fitted to the barrel assembly, the gas block having a front folding sight. A rod assembly has a striking rod. Gas discharged from a fired cartridge displaces the piston and causes the striking rod displace the bolt assembly. | 04-22-2010 |
20110265640 | FIREARM HAVING AN INDIRECT GAS OPERATING SYSTEM - An automatic or semi-automatic firearm having an indirect gas operating system, the firearm having: a receiver; a bolt assembly slidably received within the receiver; a barrel having a bore, the barrel coupled to the receiver; a gas block mounted to the barrel, the gas block having a cylinder in fluid communication with the bore; a rod coupled to the cylinder and having a striking rod; wherein gas discharged from a fired cartridge displaces the rod and causes the striking rod to strike a striking surface of the bolt assembly, wherein the gas repositions the bolt assembly in bore. | 11-03-2011 |
Julie Dorsey, Madison, CT US
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20130093768 | Systems and Methods for Creating Texture Exemplars - A system, method and a computer-readable medium for creating texture exemplars from images are provided. The texture exemplars are created by receiving an image containing a plurality of pixels representing a plurality of textures, wherein each texture in the plurality of textures is configured to be selectable by a user, determining a desired texture in the plurality of textures contained within the image and defining a scale of the desired texture, generating a heat mapping of the image, wherein the heat mapping indicates location of the desired texture, generating, based on the heat mapping, a plurality of tiles corresponding to the defined scale of the desired texture, and generating an exemplar of desired texture. | 04-18-2013 |
20130222385 | Systems And Methods For Sketching And Imaging - A method, a system, and a computer program product for generating a three-dimensional representation of a scene within a three-dimensional space are disclosed. A plurality of two-dimensional planes to be positioned within the three-dimensional space are generated. The plurality of two dimensional planes include two-dimensional content that is capable of being modified. The generated two-dimensional planes are positioned within the three-dimensional space. The positioning of the planes is capable of being modified. | 08-29-2013 |
20130223691 | Systems and Methods for Sketching Designs in Context - A method, a system, and a computer program product for graphically representing physical objects in a contextual setting are disclosed. A first data for a predetermined location, at least one distance measurement between at least two location points at the predetermined location, and at least one image of at least one portion of the predetermined location can be received. Based on the receiving and information obtained from at least one publicly available resource, a spatial representation of the predetermined location configured to include at least one existing feature can be generated. Spatial representation of the predetermined location includes a detailed representation of the at least one portion of the predetermined location having the at least one existing feature. | 08-29-2013 |
20150212688 | GESTURE-BASED USER INTERFACE AND METHOD FOR NAVIGATING IN THREE-DIMENSIONAL SPACE - A computer-implemented method and system for generating on a second canvas within a three-dimensional space a three-dimensional representation of an object disposed on a plane of a first, working canvas without leaving the plane of the first, working canvas, the method including designating an axis of rotation on the plane of the first, working canvas, e.g., a hinge function; and rotating the object about the axis of rotation, i.e., the hinge function, without the object leaving the plane of the first, working canvas. | 07-30-2015 |
Kathleen Dorsey, Pittsboro, NC US
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20130237445 | METHODS AND KITS FOR DETECTING MELANOMA - This invention is directed to a method for detecting melanoma in a tissue sample by measuring a level of methylation of one or more regulatory elements differentially methylated in melanoma and benign nevi. The invention provides methods for detecting melanoma, related kits, and methods of screening for compounds to prevent or treat melanoma. | 09-12-2013 |
20150376717 | METHODS AND KITS FOR DETECTING MELANOMA - This invention is directed to a method for detecting melanoma in a tissue sample by measuring a level of methylation of one or more regulatory elements differentially methylated in melanoma and benign nevi. The invention provides methods for detecting melanoma, related kits, and methods of screening for compounds to prevent or treat melanoma. | 12-31-2015 |
Kathleen Dorsey, Chapel Hill, NC US
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20160000788 | USE OF ITK INHIBITORS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CANCER - This invention relates generally to the use of ITK (IL-2 inducible T-cell kinase) inhibitors for the treatment of patients who have melanoma or other solid tumors. Applicants demonstrate that ITK lentiviral small hairpin RNA knockdowns and a small molecule inhibitor can each decrease the proliferation and migration of melanoma cell lines and a small molecule inhibitor can be used to inhibit the growth of melanomas in vivo. | 01-07-2016 |
Kevin Dorsey, Madison, WI US
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20130217547 | SUSPENSION TRAINING EXERCISE DEVICE - A suspension training device includes at least one training unit having a support strap extending between a grip and a mounting end, whereby the mounting end can be mounted to a structure (such as a ceiling, door, post, etc.) so that the support strap and grip extend therefrom. The mounting end bears a mounting button which may be removably inserted into an aperture in the support strap, whereby the mounting end of the support strap may be wrapped about an object and the mounting button may be inserted in the aperture to mount the support strap to the object. The grip bears a handle with an arch extending therefrom. A user can easily grasp the handle with his/her hands, or engage a foot within the arch, when performing suspension training exercises. | 08-22-2013 |
20150057136 | INTERCHANGEABLE ROTATING FREE-MOTION FITNESS HANDLE SYSTEM - A fitness handle which is used as an exercise device that allows a a resilient cord or tube to move in a linear direction in order to maintain consistent resistance. The fitness handle includes a grip and a frame. The frame includes an opening which allows the cord to slide. The cord or tube has an adjoining portion which fits into the opening of the handle. | 02-26-2015 |
Kevin E. Dorsey, Germantown, MD US
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20130315780 | DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS AND INSTRUMENTS - Provided is a clinical diagnostic system that comprises a diagnostic instrument and a disposable cartridge. The diagnostic system can be used to measure assays in point of care clinical settings. | 11-28-2013 |
20150132860 | CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM INCLUDING INSTRUMENT AND CARTRIDGE - In embodiments disclosed herein, a diagnostic system is provided having a cartridge comprising at least one needle; at least one reservoir; at least one fluidic seal; and at least one fluidic channel of a fluidic pathway, wherein the cartridge is configured to store at least one reagent and at least one waste material on the cartridge. The diagnostic system is provided also having a diagnostic instrument comprising the fluidic pathway; an electrochemiluminescence (ECL) detection system; and a pump, wherein the fluidic pathway begins and ends in the cartridge and has a substantially single direction of flow in a pathway fluidically connecting the diagnostic instrument and the cartridge. | 05-14-2015 |
20150132861 | CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS - A diagnostic system is provided herein that includes an instrument comprising an electrochemiluminescence (ECL) detector, and a cartridge configured to fit within a portion of the instrument, wherein the cartridge includes at least one reagent including an ECL label and a blood collection holder. Also provided herein is a system that includes a diagnostic instrument, which includes a pump, an ECL detector, an incubator, a magnet, and an output device, and a cartridge configured to fit within a portion of the diagnostic instrument, a sample holder configured to fit within the cartridge, and a closed fluidic loop between the diagnostic instrument and the cartridge when the cartridge is fit within a portion of the diagnostic instrument, wherein the cartridge is configured to accept a sample from the sample holder and place the sample in fluidic communication with the diagnostic instrument via the closed fluidic loop. | 05-14-2015 |
Kevin J. Dorsey, Madison, WI US
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20140031148 | PUSH-PASS TECHNIQUE AND SYSTEM FOR TRAINING SOCCER PLAYERS - A push-pass technique system in accordance with the present invention for training soccer players having a curved track, raised on each end by graduating ramps, upon which moves a rolling base plate secured by four wheels on each side to the track. A foot pedal is attached to the rolling base plate. The foot pedal glides back and forth upon the horizontal plane and moves length-wise across the plane to a pre-determined length following the curvature of the ramp. The foot pedal will guide the player's foot into the proper horizontal position while training the player to execute the proper push-pass soccer technique and gain muscle memory. | 01-30-2014 |
Kristi M. Dorsey, Shawnee, KS US
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20110311994 | AVIAN VACCINES POSSESSING A POSITIVE MARKER GENE - The present invention provides a poultry vaccine containing a positive marker gene. More specifically, recombinant turkey herpesvirus modified by the presence of an extraneous antigen gene that may be used as a positive marker to identify and track vaccinated animals is provided. When inoculated into host animals, a poultry vaccine comprising the recombinant turkey herpesvirus provided in the present invention can elicit serological immune responses to the marker gene product that may be detected by serological assays such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and serum agglutination test, thus enabling easy identification and tracking of vaccinated animals. | 12-22-2011 |
Kristi Mae Dorsey, Shawnee, KS US
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20110150928 | UNIQUE AVIAN REOVIRIDAE - This invention relates to novel unique strains avian reoviridae that were isolated from severe cases of Runting Stunting Syndrome. The present invention also relates to the isolation and uses of novel unique avian reoviridae, diagnostic assays using nucleotide or amino acid specific components of such viruses, such as the sequence encoding Sigma C capsid protein and to vaccines that protect birds from diseases caused by such viruses. | 06-23-2011 |
20110171253 | NOVEL ASTROVIRUS - This invention relates to the isolation and uses of novel avian astroviruses. The present invention also relates to vaccines, kits and methods for detection of a novel astrovirus. The present invention further relates to vaccination of avians, prevention and/or treatment of avian infections associated with astrovirus. Infections of poultry by this novel astrovirus are associated with runt stunting syndromes. | 07-14-2011 |
Kyra Dorsey, Vernon, CT US
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20100130086 | HYDRAULIC PATTERNING OF A FIBROUS, SIDED NONWOVEN WEB - Disclosed herein is a reflectively patterned, fibrous, sided nonwoven material comprising a first set of fibers hydraulically needled with a web of a second set of fibers, the first set of fibers primarily containing short fibers and the second set of fibers primarily containing one of (a) substantially continuous filaments, (b) long fibers, and (c) short fibers having an average fiber length at least twice the average fiber length of the first set of fibers. The material has a first surface predominately comprising the first set of fibers and an opposing second surface predominately comprising the second set of fibers. A method of patterning a sided nonwoven web and a reflectively patterned, sided nonwoven material also are disclosed. | 05-27-2010 |
20130104330 | HYDRAULIC PATTERNING OF A FIBROUS, SIDED NONWOVEN WEB | 05-02-2013 |
Lisa Dorsey, Arlington, VA US
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20130238512 | AUTOMATED VALUATION MODEL USING ORDINAL VARIABLES SUCH AS CONDITION AND QUALITY VARIABLES - An automated valuation model that uses condition and quality variables. In response to user queries, the model ranks and displays comparables for a subject property. The comparables are selected based on their similarity to the subject. Data on quality and condition of properties is incorporated into the model and corresponding comparable assessments. For example, the quality and condition inputs may be used in a hedonic adjustment factor model, comparable selection exclusion rules, economic distance calculations, and adjustments for differences between the subject and comparables at comparable selection stage. The comparables may be displayed in ranked order based on the calculated similarities between the properties, with indications of the quality and condition categories, to provide an overall assessment of the comparables as well as displayable indications of the underlying quality and condition categories and related information. The model may also use other ordinal variables and may perform any type of valuation. | 09-12-2013 |
Michael Dorsey, Sylvania, OH US
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20140277067 | IMPLANTABLE MEDICAL DEVICE RETRIEVAL SYSTEM, APPARATUS, AND METHOD - A system for retrieving an implantable medical device includes a delivery sheath that houses an inflatable balloon catheter and a retrieval device. The retrieval device includes a first support rod and a second support rod and a helix extending between distal ends of the first support rod and the second support rod. The inflatable balloon catheter is translatable into a position between the implantable medical device and a wall of a patient blood vessel. The balloon is inflated to force the device away from the wall. The helical member of the retrieval device is expanded radially be translating the second support rod distally. The helical member is moved over the balloon catheter and the medical device, where rotation of the first support rod will cause the helical member to radially compress to trap the balloon catheter and medical device therein for subsequent retrieval from the body. | 09-18-2014 |
Michael J. Dorsey, Uniontown, OH US
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20090039306 | VALVE ASSEMBLY FOR AIRCRAFT WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM - A valve assembly ( | 02-12-2009 |
Michael P. Dorsey, Roseville, OH US
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20140124422 | FILTER ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN DRAINAGE SYSTEM - A filter assembly for use in drainage systems to prevent the buildup of eroded materials such as soil, leaves and other debris. The assembly includes a unitary frame and a filter media attached to the frame and is adapted to be retained within a component of a drainage sewer such as a catch basin. A porous material filter media such as a woven or non-woven geotextile allows for the flow of water through the filter while retaining debris or soil within the filter. The filter media extends into the basin to provide volume for the retained material without blocking the entire surface of the filter. | 05-08-2014 |
Noah Dorsey, Watertown, MA US
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20140182086 | Mounting Feature for a Cable Tie - A mounting feature for a cable tie is provided in which the mounting feature has at least one divided retention component. The center-most edges of the at least one divided retention component contact a mating article on the edge of the mating article, such as the threaded portion, decreasing the amount of fastening force required to affix the mounting feature of the cable tie to a mating article while not compromising the optimal amount of required extraction force. A method for affixing the mounting feature to a mating article is also provided. | 07-03-2014 |
Noah Dorsey, Ann Arbor, MI US
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20080216224 | FLUSH TOILET WITH FLEXIBLE WASTE ARM - A toilet system includes a toilet and a pump assembly. The toilet has a bowl and a base. The base has a hopper for receiving waste from the bowl. The pump assembly is operative for pumping a source of flush water to the bowl and for pumping the waste from the hopper. A first flexible conduit interconnects the pump assembly and the bowl. A second flexible conduit interconnects the pump assembly and the hopper. The pump assembly is flexibly interconnected to the toilet for independent positioning relative to the toilet. | 09-11-2008 |
20080216225 | PUMP ASSEMBLY FOR A FLUSH TOILET WITH MODE SELECTOR - A mode selector for the pump assembly includes a first conduit defining a fluid inlet and a second conduit defining a fluid outlet. The first conduit associated with a first one-way valve and the second conduit is associated with a second one-way valve. The mode selector includes a first portion moveable between a first position and a second position, such that in the first position a fluid path extending through the first and second conduits is open and in the second position the first portion closes the fluid path. A second portion of the mode selector maintains one of the one-way valves in an open condition when the first portion is moved to the second position so as to avoid the creation of a vacuum. | 09-11-2008 |
20080216905 | PUMP ASSEMBLY WITH REVERSIBLE ONE-WAY VALVES - A pump assembly includes a housing and first and second valves. The housing has a fluid inlet port and a fluid outlet port. The first and second valves are substantially identical valves both including a mounting portion, a valve seat and a valve body. The mounting portion has a first end and a second opposite end. The first and second ends are both selectively mountable to a conduit defining a fluid path. The valve seat is interconnected to the mounting portion. The valve body is interconnected to at least one of the mounting portion and the valve seat for movement relative to the valve seat between a seated position and a closed position. The valve body includes a first side and a second side and is operative to seal against back flow from the first side and open to positive pressures on the second side. The first valve is mounted to the fluid inlet port with the first end such that the first valve normally functions to only permit fluid to flow into the housing. The second valve is mounted to the fluid outlet port with the second end such that the second valve normally functions to only permit fluid to flow out of the housing. | 09-11-2008 |
Patrick Dorsey, Menomonee Falls, WI US
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20090177102 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PREDICTING SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH RISK - A system and method for predicting sudden cardiac death. The system includes a patient monitoring station, a Holter analysis workstation, and a hospital information network. The Holter analysis workstation being operative to apply a plurality of data analysis algorithms to create a sudden cardiac death report. The method applies a first data analysis technique and a second data analysis technique to electrocardiographic data to produce an indication of sudden cardiac death risk. | 07-09-2009 |
Patrick J. Dorsey, Wauwatosa, WI US
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20130096450 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF QUALITY ANALYSIS IN ACQUISITION OF AMBULATORY ELECTROCARDIOGRAPHY DEVICE DATA - A quality control system in combination with an ECG data analysis system to analyze ECG data acquired by an ambulatory electrocardiography device via a cable having a plurality of leads connected to a subject is provided. The quality control system includes a memory having programmable instructions for execution by a processor to perform the steps of calculating a trend of a quality score in the ECG data dependent on a noise content in the ECG data; and calculating a probability that one of a hardware and the Hookup personal, each associated with collecting the ECG data from the subject, is a substantial cause of the quality score for the ECG data. The probability can be calculated based on a comparison the trend of the quality score associated with the Hookup personnel versus the trend of the quality score of the hardware employed in acquiring the ECG data. | 04-18-2013 |
Paul Raymond Dorsey, Colonia, NJ US
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20080307043 | METHOD AND ARCHITECTURE SUPPORTING HIGH PERFORMANCE WEB APPLICATIONS - A method for architecting computer web applications where logic supporting the application is primarily stored in an application server. The client machine stores the current look of the application. Information concerning user interface events and data changes is transmitted from the client to the application server. The application server interprets those events, executes appropriate server-side actions and determines the appropriate user interface changes, which are transmitted from the application server to the client. The client then executes the user interface changes. | 12-11-2008 |
Robert Dorsey, Oxford, MS US
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20120303420 | BROKER PRICE OPINION EVALUATION AND SCORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and related methods for the management and evaluation of broker price opinions comprising, a method of determining a standardized score representative of the accuracy and quality of a broker price opinion. Data from the broker price opinion is extracted and evaluated according to a plurality of rules applicable to the type of broker price opinion. Each rule is given a particular weight, and an appraisal score may be calculating by summing each instance of a rule triggered multiplied by the weight assigned to that rule. Weights may be set by experts, or determined by statistical analysis. | 11-29-2012 |
20140304144 | APPRAISAL EVALUATION AND SCORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and related methods for the management and evaluation of real estate appraisals comprising, a method of determining a standardized score representative of the accuracy and quality of a real estate appraisal. Data from the appraisal is extracted and evaluated according to a plurality of compliance and risk based rules applicable to the type of appraisal. Each rule is given a particular weight, and an appraisal score may be calculating by summing each instance of a rule triggered multiplied by the weight assigned to that rule. Weights may be set by experts, or determined by statistical analysis. | 10-09-2014 |
20140304145 | APPRAISAL AND MORTGAGE DOCUMENT EVALUATION AND SCORING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system and related methods for the management and evaluation of real estate appraisals, broker price opinions, and mortgage documents. The system determines a standardized score representative of the accuracy and quality of a real estate appraisal broker price opinion, or mortgage documents, or combinations thereof. Data is extracted and evaluated according to a plurality of rules applicable to the type of appraisal, broker price opinion, or mortgage document. Each rule is given a particular weight, and a score may be calculating by summing each instance of a rule triggered multiplied by the weight assigned to that rule. Weights may be set by experts, or determined by statistical analysis. | 10-09-2014 |
Robert J. Dorsey, Durham, NC US
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20120198178 | ADDRESS-BASED HAZARD RESOLUTION FOR MANAGING READ/WRITE OPERATIONS IN A MEMORY CACHE - One embodiment provides a cached memory system including a memory cache and a plurality of read-claim (RC) machines configured for performing read and write operations dispatched from a processor. According to control logic provided with the cached memory system, a hazard is detected between first and second read or write operations being handled by first and second RC machines. The second RC machine is suspended and a subset of the address bits of the second operation at specific bit positions are recorded. The subset of address bits of the first operation at the specific bit positions are broadcast in response to the first operation being completed. The second operation is then re-requested. | 08-02-2012 |
Robert John Dorsey, Durham, NC US
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20090164731 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING NEIGHBORING CACHE USAGE IN A MULTIPROCESSOR ENVIRONMENT - A method for managing data operates in a data processing system with a system memory and a plurality of processing units (PUs), each PU having a cache comprising a plurality of cache lines, each cache line having one of a plurality of coherency states, and each PU coupled to at least another one of the plurality of PUs. A first PU selects a castout cache line of a plurality of cache lines in a first cache of the first PU to be castout of the first cache. The first PU sends a request to a second PU, wherein the second PU is a neighboring PU of the first PU, and the request comprises a first address and first coherency state of the selected castout cache line. The second PU determines whether the first address matches an address of any cache line in the second PU. The second PU sends a response to the first PU based on a coherency state of each of a plurality of cache lines in the second cache and whether there is an address hit. The first PU determines whether to transmit the castout cache line to the second PU based on the response. And, in the event the first PU determines to transmit the castout cache line to the second PU, the first PU transmits the castout cache line to the second PU. | 06-25-2009 |
20090164735 | System and Method for Cache Coherency In A Multiprocessor System - A method for maintaining cache coherency operates in a data processing system with a system memory and a plurality of processing units (PUs), each PU having a cache, and each PU coupled to at least another one of the plurality of PUs. A first PU receives a first data block for storage in a first cache of the first PU. The first PU stores the first data block in the first cache. The first PU assigns a first coherency state and a first tag to the first data block, wherein the first coherency state is one of a plurality of coherency states that indicate whether the first PU has accessed the first data block. The plurality of coherency states further indicate whether, in the event the first PU has not accessed the first data block, the first PU received the first data block from a neighboring PU. | 06-25-2009 |
20090164736 | System and Method for Cache Line Replacement Selection in a Multiprocessor Environment - A method for managing a cache operates in a data processing system with a system memory and a plurality of processing units (PUs). A first PU determines that one of a plurality of cache lines in a first cache of the first PU must be replaced with a first data block, and determines whether the first data block is a victim cache line from another one of the plurality of PUs. In the event the first data block is not a victim cache line from another one of the plurality of PUs, the first cache does not contain a cache line in coherency state invalid, and the first cache contains a cache line in coherency state moved, the first PU selects a cache line in coherency state moved, stores the first data block in the selected cache line and updates the coherency state of the first data block. | 06-25-2009 |
Robert L. Dorsey, Cleveland, OH US
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20090207582 | Halloween Glowstick - A Halloween safety light glowstick having a symbolic long bone shape comprising a hollow shaft body that encases a glass ampule containing a chemiluminescent substance. A light is produced when the ampule ruptures in response to a bending of the plastic shaft body. Two locking arms that outline an articular joint member of a bone lockingly engage the glowstick to a costume. The articular joint member comprises a plug component that can be removed from the shaft body to provide access to the interior and to connect the shaft body to others, essentially extending a length of the lit body portion. The instant abstract is neither intended to define the invention disclosed in this specification nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way. | 08-20-2009 |
Scott Dorsey, Milwaukee, WI US
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20150073828 | MEDICAL REPORTING SYSTEM AND METHOD - Systems and methods for use in providing input relating to medical data are provided. A method includes receiving a partial textual input relating to medical data. The method further includes determining one or more suggested input strings associated with the partial textual input. Determining the suggested input string(s) includes: (1) for each of a plurality of reference input strings contained within one or more of a plurality of reference files within a database, identifying a frequency with which the reference input string appears in the plurality of reference files, and (2) determining the suggested input string(s) further includes determining the suggested input string(s) from among the plurality of reference input strings based on the frequencies with which the reference input strings appear in the plurality of reference files. The method further includes providing the suggested input string(s) to the user as suggestions for completing the partial textual input. | 03-12-2015 |
Scott A. Dorsey, Lakewood, CO US
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20140259605 | TRIM REMOVAL TOOL AND METHOD - Embodiments described herein are configured to release and remove window belt molding. | 09-18-2014 |
Steven T. Dorsey, St. Joseph, MN US
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20110247721 | Method and Apparatus for Vending a Containerized Liquid Product Utilizing an Automatic Self-Service Refill System - A method and apparatus for vending a containerized fluid includes placing a machine-readable indicia on the container identifying the base fluid. The container may be filled and then distributed or distributed prior to filling through various distribution channels to consumers. When a consumer wishes to fill or re-fill the container, the consumer places the container adjacent a reader that interprets the indicia to identify the base fluid to be dispensed. A dispenser then fills the container through a movable fill probe that elevates as the liquid within the container rises. In some embodiments, and prior to filling, the dispenser apparatus may also query the consumer about options are provided at the time of dispensing for further dispensing various optional ingredients, including scents, flavors, colors, nutritional supplements or other additives together with the base product. In further embodiments, the dispenser may also print discount tickets or coupons that may discount the purchase of the containerized fluid or other promotional merchandise. The machine-readable indicia may include affiliate codes that permit crediting or compensating various affiliates in relation to the container filling. | 10-13-2011 |
20120326585 | Drawer Closer - A cabinet with sliding drawers has a mechanism for applying motive force in a first direction. The motive force is obtained from motion of the mechanism in an opposite second direction. The mechanism includes a cam and a cam follower. The cam includes a first part, a second part and an inflection point between the first part and the second part. The cam follower engages with the cam. The cam follower is configured to store mechanical energy responsive to translation of the follower and cam relative to each other in the second direction along the first part. The cam follower is also configured to apply motive force in the first direction to urge the follower to continue translation in the second direction along the second part. The motive force is applied after the follower passes the inflection point. | 12-27-2012 |
20130113354 | Drawer Closer with Storage Unit - A cabinet with sliding drawers has a mechanism for applying motive force in a first direction. The motive force is obtained from motion of the mechanism in an opposite second direction. The mechanism includes a cam and a cam follower. The cam includes a first part, a second part and an inflection point between the first part and the second part. The cam follower engages with the cam. The cam follower is configured to store mechanical energy responsive to translation of the follower and cam relative to each other in the second direction along the first part. The cam follower is also configured to apply motive force in the first direction to urge the follower to continue translation in the second direction along the second part. The motive force is applied after the follower passes the inflection point. | 05-09-2013 |
Vernard Brien Dorsey, Metairie, LA US
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20120186528 | Containment System for Animals - An animal containment unit comprises a lid and a base container. The base container comprises an animal compartment with breathing holes, a foot release pedal, and a lock receiver. The lid is attached to the base container by means of a hinge and comprises a sliding gate, a locking mechanism, a slot opening gasket and bristle which act as a protective barrier and reduces the risk of animal strike back. The sliding mechanism provides users with access into the animal compartment when the lid is in a closed position and secured to the base container. | 07-26-2012 |
Willard M. Dorsey, Taylors, SC US
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20110258897 | Frame Systems for Signage and Methods Relating Thereto - In certain embodiments of the present disclosure, a frame assembly is described. The frame assembly includes at least two connector elements. Each connector element has two legs with each leg including a tab. The frame assembly also includes at least two frame elements having a pair of first openings. Each first opening can receive a connector element leg. Each frame element further has a pair of second openings that are adjacent to a first opening and that can receive a tab. The frame assembly also includes a panel. Each frame element has a two different connector element legs joined thereto at each respective first opening and two different connector element tabs at each respective second opening such that the at least two frame elements are joined together to form a frame, with the panel being enclosed therein. | 10-27-2011 |
William D. Dorsey, Ellicott City, MD US
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20140062788 | PHASE-CONJUGATE CONFIGURATION OF HIGH-GAIN, DUAL-POLARIZED SECTOR ANTENNAS FOR A REPEATER - An antenna system having a transmit assembly with a first set of antenna elements for transmitting signals. Each antenna element in this first set may be disposed from a respective adjacent antenna element by a predetermined azimuthal increment and by a predetermined altitudinal increment. The antenna system further includes a receive assembly having a second set of antenna elements for receiving signals. Each antenna element in this second set may be disposed from a respective adjacent antenna element by a predetermined azimuthal increment and by a predetermined altitudinal increment. The predetermined azimuthal and altitudinal increments of the first set may be substantially similar to the predetermined azimuthal and altitudinal increments, respectively, of the second set. | 03-06-2014 |