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Aaron D. Finke, Urbana, IL US
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| 20120067615 | Materials and Methods for Autonomous Restoration of Electrical Conductivity - An autonomic conductivity restoration system includes a solid conductor and a plurality of particles. The particles include a conductive fluid, a plurality of conductive microparticles, and/or a conductive material forming agent. The solid conductor has a first end, a second end, and a first conductivity between the first and second ends. When a crack forms between the first and second ends of the conductor, the contents of at least a portion of the particles are released into the crack. The cracked conductor and the released contents of the particles form a restored conductor having a second conductivity, which may be at least 90% of the first conductivity. | 03-22-2012 |
Aaron M. Finke, Janesville, WI US
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| 20120133224 | ARC RESISTANT TERMINAL BLOCK - An arc resistant terminal block has a terminal post insulator and a terminal lead strap that increase the strike and creep distance of electrically charged components to grounded components by non-conductive terminal block and insulators. | 05-31-2012 |
Devin R. Finke, Spring, TX US
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| 20090196026 | PURSE LIGHT - A purse light for illuminating the interiors of purses and other containers comprises a pair of highly flexible plastic sheets having a serpentine-shaped light source secured therebetween. The purse light is positioned within a container and extends along the interior sidewalls and bottom wall thereof. When activated the light source illuminates the interior of the container. | 08-06-2009 |
Douglas Finke, Orange, CA US
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| 20100202237 | FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE WITH A SELECTABLE NUMBER OF FLASH CHIPS - A memory device for use with a primary power source and a backup power source, includes: volatile memory; an interface for connecting to a backup power source; a plurality of ports, each of which is for receiving a different corresponding non-volatile memory chip; a plurality of interfaces, each of which is for communicating through a different corresponding one of the plurality of ports with any non-volatile memory connected to that port; a controller that is programmed to activate a selectable set of the plurality of interfaces depending on which ports are to receive non-volatile memory chips, wherein said controller is also programmed to react to a loss of power from the primary power source by moving data from the volatile memory through the selected interfaces to whatever non-volatile memory is connected to the selectable set of interfaces. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100202238 | FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE INCLUDING LOGIC FOR ISOLATING THE DRAM - A memory device for use with a primary power source including: non-volatile memory; volatile memory; an interface for connecting to a backup power source; isolation logic for controlling access to the volatile memory by a host processor, said isolation logic having a first mode during which the isolation logic provides the host processor with access to the volatile memory for storing or reading data and a second mode during which the isolation logic isolates the volatile memory from access by the host processor; and a controller controlling the isolation logic, said controller programmed to place the isolation logic in the first mode when the volatile memory is being powered by the primary power source and, when power to the volatile memory from the primary power source is interrupted, to place the isolation logic in the second mode and transfer data from the volatile memory to the non-volatile memory. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100202239 | STAGED-BACKUP FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE - A memory device for use with a primary power source includes: volatile memory including a plurality of memory portions each of which has a normal operating state and a low-power state; an interface for connecting to a backup power source arranged to temporarily power the volatile memory upon a loss of power from the primary power source; a non-volatile memory; and a controller in communication with the volatile memory and the non-volatile memory programmed to detect a loss of power of the primary power source and in response to move data from the volatile memory to the non-volatile memory at least one memory portion at a time, and while moving data from the volatile memory to the non-volatile memory place the memory portions from which data is being moved into a normal operating state and the memory portions from which data is not being moved into a low-power state. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100202240 | STATE OF HEALTH MONITORED FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE - A device includes: non-volatile memory; a controller in communication with the non-volatile memory, wherein the controller is programmed to move data from a volatile memory to the non-volatile memory upon a loss of power of a primary power source of the volatile memory; and a backup power supply providing temporary power to the controller and the volatile memory upon the loss of power of the primary power source, including: a capacitor bank with an output terminal; a connection to a voltage source that charges the capacitor bank to a normal operating voltage; and a state-of-health monitor that is programmed to generate a failure signal based on a voltage at the output terminal of the capacitor bank. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100205348 | FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE STORING PARAMETER INFORMATION OF THE DRAM MODULE IN THE FLASH - A device includes volatile memory; one or more non-volatile memory chips, each of which is for storing data moved from the volatile-memory; an interface for connecting to a backup power source arranged to temporarily power the volatile memory upon a loss of power from a primary power source; a controller in communication with the volatile memory and the non-volatile memory, wherein: the controller is programmed to move data from the volatile memory to the non-volatile memory chips upon a loss of power of the primary power source of the volatile memory; and parameters describing the volatile memory are stored in at least one of the non-volatile memory chips that store the data moved from the volatile memory. In some aspects the parameters include serial presence detect information. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100205349 | SEGMENTED-MEMORY FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE - A memory device for use with a primary power source, includes volatile memory including a plurality of memory segments defined by at least one starting addresses and a corresponding at least one ending address; an interface for connecting to a backup power source; a non-volatile memory; and a controller in communication with the volatile memory and the non-volatile memory programmed to detect a loss of power of the primary power source and in response to move data from the volatile memory to the non-volatile memory based on the at least one starting address and the at least one ending address. In some aspects, there is only one starting address and one ending address and only data that is stored in the volatile memory at addresses between the one starting address and one ending address is moved to the non-volatile memory. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100205470 | FLASH BACKED DRAM MODULE WITH STATE OF HEALTH AND/OR STATUS INFORMATION ACCESSIBLE THROUGH A CONFIGURATION DATA BUS - A memory device includes: volatile memory; an interface for connecting to a backup power source; non-volatile memory; a first configuration data bus for accessing parameters describing substantially permanent characteristics of the volatile memory; a second configuration data bus for accessing at least one of state of health information of the backup power source and status information of the memory device, wherein the first configuration data bus and the second configuration data bus implement a same bus protocol; a controller programmed to detect a loss of power of a primary power source and move data from the volatile memory to the non-volatile memory, wherein configuration information of the controller is at least one of readable and writable through the first configuration data bus; and wherein at least one of the state-of-health information and the status information is at least one of readable and writable through the second configuration data bus. | 08-12-2010 |
Mel Finke, Deland, FL US
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| 20120078179 | SELF-VENTING CANNULA ASSEMBLY - The present disclosure relates to a self-venting cannula assembly. The self-venting cannula assembly including an outer tube that defines a throughbore, an inner tube, a vent aperture, and a filter element. The inner tube is positioned within the outer tube, which defines a vent channel therebetween. The vent aperture is formed in the outer tube to provide fluid communication between the vent channel and an external environment. The filter element is positioned over the vent aperture and prevents particles having a dimension greater than about 0.2 microns from passing therethrough. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120078214 | VIAL TRANSFER NEEDLE ASSEMBLY - The present disclosure relates to a vial transfer needle assembly that includes a housing and a vial access member. The housing includes a proximal skirt and a distal skirt that is connected by a central hub portion. The central hub portion defines a central bore that extends between the proximal skirt and the distal skirt. The central bore of the housing includes an annular bead, a side wall, and a shoulder. The vial access member is disposed within the central bore of the housing such that the top surface of the flange is positioned underneath the annular bead of the central bore to thereby secure the vial access member within the housing. | 03-29-2012 |
| 20120078215 | TWO-PIECE VIAL TRANSFER NEEDLE ASSEMBLY - The present disclosure relates to a vial transfer needle assembly including a first molding member and a second molding member. The first molding member includes a hub portion that has a proximal piercing tip and a distal portion. The hub portion defines a lumen that passes therethrough. The second molding member includes a central housing, a proximal skirt, and a distal skirt. The second molding portion is molded at least partially about the first molding portion to form a monolithic structure. The piercing tip is positioned to extend into a first cavity that is defined by the proximal skirt. The distal portion of the first molding member is positioned to extend through a second cavity that is defined by the skirt. The distal skirt is dimensioned to receive a medical device. | 03-29-2012 |
Melvin Finke, Deland, FL US
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| 20120080341 | Syringe Assembly and Package for Distribution of Same - A package assembly includes a panel, an array of openings defined in the panel, and a plurality of syringe wells. The panel includes an upper surface. Each of the syringe wells is individually associated with a different one of the openings. The panel and the plurality of syringe wells are integrally formed as a unitary structure. Each of the syringe wells is configured to removeably receive a syringe assembly. | 04-05-2012 |
| 20120080342 | Syringe Assembly Carrier - A syringe assembly carrier includes a syringe-well holding fixture, a plurality of openings defined in the syringe-well holding fixture, and a plurality of syringe wells. Each of the syringe wells is configured to removeably receive a syringe assembly. The syringe-well holding fixture includes an upper surface and a plurality of mounting flanges coupled to the upper surface. Each of the plurality of mounting flanges is individually associated with a different opening in the syringe-well holding fixture and configured to receive a syringe well. | 04-05-2012 |
| 20120083744 | Packaging of Delivery Device for Aseptic Filling and Distribution - A syringe assembly includes a syringe body including a distal end. The syringe body defines a fluid chamber therein. The fluid chamber includes a lower end. A septum is disposed at the distal end of the syringe body and is configured to sealingly close the lower end of the fluid chamber. The syringe body and the septum are formed as a single, molded piece. | 04-05-2012 |
Melvin A. Finke, Deland, FL US
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| 20120041384 | SINGLE USE DEVICE FOR DELIVERY OF CARTRIDGE DRUGS - A syringe for administering medicament from a cartridge. The syringe includes a sleeve having an interior for receiving the cartridge extending between a distal hub and a proximal opening. The syringe has a cap selectively covering the proximal opening for retaining the cartridge in the interior of the sleeve. The cap includes a finger grip extending outward from the sleeve for engaging fingers of a user. The syringe also has a plunger rod movably connected to the cap. The plunger rod has a distal connector for selectively connecting the rod to the cartridge plunger when the cartridge is received in the interior of the sleeve to push medicament from the cartridge reservoir as the plunger rod moves with respect to the cap. | 02-16-2012 |
Michael D. Finke, Cypress, TX US
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| 20110308859 | System and Method for EM Ranging in Oil-Based Mud - Nearby conductors such as pipes, well casing, etc., are detectable from within a borehole filled with an oil-based fluid. At least some method embodiments provide a current flow between axially-spaced conductive bridges on a drillstring. The current flow disperses into the surrounding formation and causes a secondary current flow in the nearby conductor. The magnetic field from the secondary current flow can be detected using one or more azimuthally-sensitive antennas. Direction and distance estimates are obtainable from the azimuthally-sensitive measurements, and can be used as the basis for steering the drillstring relative to the distant conductor. Possible techniques for providing current flow in the drillstring include imposing a voltage across an insulated gap or using a toroid around the drillstring to induce the current flow. | 12-22-2011 |
Michael Dewayne Finke, Houston, TX US
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| 20100087092 | CONNECTOR INCLUDING ISOLATED CONDUCTIVE PATHS - An apparatus includes a pair of connectors, two or more conductive paths formed in each connector in the pair of connectors, and a shroud encompassing at least a portion of the pair of connectors. The pair of connectors includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector is substantially more flexible than the second connector, and each connector in the pair of connectors includes a bulkhead. Each of the two or more conductive paths in each connector in the pair of connectors is electrically isolated from all other conductive elements in the pair of connectors. The shroud is located between the bulkheads and disposed about the pair of connectors when the pair of connectors are coupled together electrically. | 04-08-2010 |
Michael Dewayne Finke, Cypress, TX US
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| 20110031023 | BOREHOLE DRILLING APPARATUS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS - Apparatus, systems, and methods may operate to couple a tubular member to a bottom hole assembly, dispose at least one adjustable stabilizing member on the tubular member, and control at least one of a radial extension of the adjustable stabilizing member and an axial position of the adjustable stabilizing member relative to the bottom hole assembly to adjust a borehole trajectory, wherein the adjustable stabilizing member is adjustable in both radial and axial directions. Additional apparatus, systems, and methods are disclosed. | 02-10-2011 |
| 20110252643 | CONNECTOR INCLUDING ISOLATED CONDUCTIVE PATHS - An apparatus includes a pair of connectors, two or more conductive paths formed in each connector in the pair of connectors, and a shroud encompassing at least a portion of the pair of connectors. The pair of connectors includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector is substantially more flexible than the second connector, and each connector in the pair of connectors includes a bulkhead. Each of the two or more conductive paths in each connector in the pair of connectors is electrically isolated from all other conductive elements in the pair of connectors. The shroud is located between the bulkheads and disposed about the pair of connectors when the pair of connectors are coupled together electrically. | 10-20-2011 |
| 20120055710 | Drill String Tubular with a Detection System Mounted Therein - A measurement system for collecting data. In some embodiments, the measurement system includes a tubular suspended downhole, the tubular having an outer surface and a flowbore extending therethrough, the flowbore conveying a fluid, a first recess formed in the outer surface of the tubular, a first detection system mounted in the first recess, a second recess formed in the outer surface of the tubular, and a second detection system mounted in the second recess. The second recess is offset relative to the first recess by at least one of an axial distance and a circumferential distance. The first detection system is operable to measure a portion of the data, and the second detection system operable to measure another portion of the data. | 03-08-2012 |
| 20120061559 | DOWNHOLE SENSOR TOOL FOR NUCLEAR MEASUREMENTS - A downhole measurement apparatus includes a tool body supporting a logging tool. The logging tool includes a detector outsert coupled into and exposed through an exterior pocket of the tool body to position the outer surface of the outsert adjacent or in close proximity to the outer diameter of the tool body. A stabilizer or off-center stabilizer may be provided to further deflect the outsert portion of the logging tool toward an earth formation to increase detector proximity to the formation. The axial distance between the detector and a nuclear source can be calibrated using configurations of the nuclear source holder and the outsert. Retention mechanisms for the source holder and the outsert further enhance proximity and calibration. | 03-15-2012 |
| 20120096935 | DOWNHOLE SENSOR TOOL WITH A SEALED SENSOR OUTSERT - A downhole sensor tool includes a sensor outsert coupled into an exterior pocket of the tool body. The sensor outsert is a pressure vessel with an exterior electrical connector coupled to the interior sensor. The sensor outsert contains a sensor, and is pressure-sealed about the sensor. The outsert includes an electrical connector coupled to the sensor. The electrical connector maintains the pressure seal of the outsert. The electrical connector may be a hermetic connector. The electrical connector can be coupled to an electrical connector or a hermetic connector of the tool body while maintaining the sealing of the pressure vessel. | 04-26-2012 |
Paul E. Finke, Miltown, NJ US
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| 20110059960 | METHOD OF TREATING INHERITED SEVERE NEUTROPENIA - The invention is directed to a method of treating severe neutropenia, and in particular, cyclic neutropenia (CN) or severe congenital neutropenia (SCN), in a patient in need of such treatment comprising: administering a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. | 03-10-2011 |
Paul E. Finke, Milltown, NJ US
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| 20100216694 | ANTIDIABETIC TRICYCLIC COMPOUNDS - Tricyclic compounds containing a cyclopropanecarboxylic acid fused to a bicyclic ring, including pharmaceutically acceptable salts, are agonists of G-protein coupled receptor 40 (GPR40) and are useful as therapeutic compounds, particularly in the treatment of Type 2 diabetes, and of conditions that are often associated with this disease, including obesity and lipid disorders, such as mixed or diabetic dyslipidemia, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, and hypertriglyceridemia. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100216761 | NOVEL AZETIDINONES USEFUL AS INHIBITORS OF ELASTASE - The invention is directed to novel azetidinones selected from 2-(S)-[4-(((2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl)ethylamino)carbonyl)phenoxy]-3,3-diethyl-N-[1-(R)-(4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)butyl]-4-oxo-1-azetidin ecarboxamide, 2-(S)-[4-(((2-(Dimethylamino)ethyl)ethylamino)carbonyl)phenoxy]-3,3-diethyl-N-[1-(R)-(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)butyl]-4-oxo-1-azetidinecarboxamide, and analogs thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and their use in the treatment of diseases associated with an excess of elastase, including emphysema, bronchial inflammation, chronic bronchitis, cystic fibrosis, acute respiratory distress syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis; glomerulonephritis, spondylitis, lupus, psoriasis, atherosclerosis, sepsis, septicemia, shock, myocardial infarction, reperfusion injury, and periodontitis. | 08-26-2010 |
Robert W. Finke, Greer, SC US
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| 20090208682 | Polyester Film Having Latent Shrink Properties and Process for Producing Same - A film layer is disclosed that is capable of shrinking when subjected to energy, such as heat. The film layer, for instance, can be formed and then stretched in one or two directions at a relatively low temperature. In particular, the film is stretched while the film layer is at a temperature near the glass transition temperature of the polymer used to form the film. Drawing the film at a relatively low temperature has been found to improve the shrink properties of the film. In one embodiment, the film layer is comprised of a non-modified polyester, such as polyethylene terephthalate. For example, the polyethylene terephthalate can be made by reacting terephthalic acid with ethylene glycol or polyethylene glycol. | 08-20-2009 |
Steven J. Finke, Kutztown, PA US
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| 20100277852 | DIELECTRIC COATINGS AND USE IN CAPACITORS - A coated substrate product is described comprising a substrate and a dielectric coating material comprising carbon, hydrogen, silicon, and oxygen. According to the method, the substrate is processed by plasma cleaning the surface and then depositing a dielectric coating by a suitable plasma process. The coating may contain one or more layers. The substrate may be a rigid material or a thin film or foil. The coated products of this invention have superior dielectric material properties and utility as substrates for the manufacture of rolled or parallel plate capacitors with high energy densities. | 11-04-2010 |
Werner Finke US
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| 20100172798 | METHOD FOR THE PRODUCTION OF AN ANALYTICAL ELEMENT - A method is provided for producing an analytical element comprising at least one test field for analyzing a liquid sample, wherein provision is made for a carrier on which a polymer fabric is arranged. At least one portion of the polymer fabric is irradiated with UV laser light and thereby hydrophobized. | 07-08-2010 |