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Amy Lynn Fletcher, Appleton, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100121293	Absorbent Articles with Refastenable Side Seams - A disposable absorbent article includes an absorbent chassis and a fastening system that together define a refastenable pant. The refastenable pant includes a pair of elastomeric front side panels extending from the waist opening to each leg opening, a pair of elastomeric back side panels extending from the waist opening to each leg opening, and a pair of refastenable seams extending from the waist opening to each leg opening and positioned between the elastomeric front and back side panels.	05-13-2010

Andrew V. Fletcher, Montclair, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080306770	Systems and methods for disease control and management - Methods, computer-readable media, and systems for providing disease management. In one implementation, a system develops a treatment recommendation for a patient based on patient data. The system may receive patient data, execute a basic model of the physiological system of the patient to generate a modified model for the patient based on the patient data, perform a statistical analysis of the patient data to detect data excursions of the parameter values; use the modified model to determine factors causing the data excursions; and use the model to develop a treatment recommendation to ameliorate negative effects of the disease.	12-11-2008

Benjamin L. Fletcher, Milwaukee, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130084896	Pushing Secure Notifications to Mobile Computing Devices - A method for pushing secure notifications includes a push service platform receiving a push notification message request from an entity registered with the push service platform, processing the push notification message request to generate a secure push notification message, and sending the secure push notification message to a target mobile computing device through a native third-party push service associated with the target mobile computing device. The secure push notification message includes a message ID (identifier) that corresponds to message content associated with the push notification message request. The method further includes the push service platform receiving a pull message request from the target mobile computing device, the pull message request requesting the message content associated with the push notification message corresponding to the message ID, and sending the requested message content associated with the push notification message to the mobile computing device.	04-04-2013

Brockman Poe Fletcher, South Riding, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100065701	Archery bow holder with ground stand and work table mounting bar - The archery bow holder provides a mechanical means of supporting the bow when the bow is not being held by the archer during hunting, target shooting, or performing maintenance/tuning adjustments to the bow. The bow holder is made to be used in conjunction with; a commercially available hunter's tree stand, or as identified in this application a ground stand, or the work table mounting bar. The archery bow holder components may be made from a various mix of the following materials or from a single group of material; metal, alloy, or a group of synthetic or natural organic materials. During use the bow holder remains in the open position, ready to receive a bow until a bow limb is inserted into the bow holder and by the weight of the bow closes the arms. The mounting shaft and arm assembly can be rotated to hold and support the bow at various angles. The bow will remain in the bow holder until the archer lefts the bow and the arms open automatically allowing for an easy and quite removal of the bow in one single movement.	03-18-2010

Bryan Fletcher, Portland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100258196	ARRANGEMENT OF MULTIPLE PUMPS FOR DELIVERY OF PROCESS MATERIALS - A method and apparatus for delivering process materials in a bulk delivery system includes a plurality of pumps arranged in series along a material supply line, wherein the capacity of each pump is such that less than all of the pumps operating simultaneously can provide a desired level of system performance for a given application. In at least one preferred embodiment, a plurality of pumps include three pumps are arranged in series. Preferred embodiments provide several benefits over a parallel arrangement of two larger pumps including, in the case of a single pump failure, that the remaining pumps are signaled to increase speed to restore system performance to restore supply line pressure with less perturbation than that realized in a two-pump, parallel arranged system. Methods are also provided herein for determining which of the three pumps is a failed pump in such a case.	10-14-2010

Caleb Jay Fletcher, Centerville, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100282096	COOKING UTENSIL - A utensil, having a handle (	11-11-2010

Cheri Fletcher, North Miami, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100248195	APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TEACHING TARGET SOUND PRODUCTION FOR SPEECH IN WORDS WHEN TARGET SOUND IS PART OF A CONSONANT BLEND - Disclosed is a method and complementary apparatus for teaching speech sound production of a target sound that is positioned within the consonant blend of a word in which the consonant blend is split at a precise point in order to focus the student's attention on the target sound to teach its proper pronunciation and in which the split consonant blend is distinguishably demarcated within the word and the word is presented to the student in and on a variety of suitable media.	09-30-2010

Chris Fletcher, Superior, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080283781	Monitoring and Control System for Blood Processing - The invention relates to an optical cell for a separation chamber of a density centrifuge blood processing system for separating fluid components comprising an extraction chamber having a first external optical surface for transmitting at least a portion of an incident optical beam; and an extraction port having an axial bore for passing fluid components and a first external optical surface for transmitting at least a portion of the incident optical beam; wherein said first external optical surface of said extraction chamber and said first external optical surface of said extraction port are both positioned within the depth of field of a light collection element.	11-20-2008
20100012592	Method for Controlling a Blood Processing System by Observing a Separation Region and an Extraction Port - The invention relates generally to methods of monitoring and controlling the processing of blood and blood samples, particularly the separation of blood and blood samples into its components with a two-dimensional optical measurement and control device. The method may comprise the steps of providing a blood processing system comprising a density centrifuge blood processing system and an elutriation blood processing system; filling the elutriation blood processing system with a desired component; measuring a cellular flux of cells entering the elutriation blood processing system with a two-dimensional optical control system; and flushing the elutriation blood processing system.	01-21-2010
20100025336	Predictive Method for Controlling a Blood Processing System - The invention relates generally to methods of monitoring and controlling the processing of blood and blood samples, particularly the separation of blood and blood samples into its components. In one aspect, the invention relates to optical methods for measuring two-dimensional distributions of transmitted light intensities, scattered light intensities or both from a separation chamber of a density centrifuge. The method may include performing first and second measurements of an operating condition; analyzing the first and second measurements using a predictive data analysis algorithm; comparing the predicted operating condition to a desired operating condition; and adjusting at least one setting.	02-04-2010

Christopher Fletcher, Boulder, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120010062	BLOOD PROCESSING APPARATUS AND METHOD WITH AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTED COLLECTION TARGETS - A method and apparatus for collecting a maximum amount of platelets for a selected blood separation procedure without collecting excess platelets above those required for a selected platelet product, whether that product was one unit of platelets, two units of platelets (a double platelet), or more. The method and apparatus will continue to adjust the platelet yield target for platelet collection throughout the procedure without operator intervention, unless the selected procedure cannot be completed successfully, and the operator is required to select another allowed procedure.	01-12-2012

Christopher T. Fletcher, Fort Myers, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120073615	SUN SHADE UMBRELLA STAND FOR TENNIS BALL CARTS - A tubular stand (	03-29-2012

Darci Fletcher, Reno, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110154552	APRON WITH A BENDABLE POCKET-FORMING DEVICE - The present invention relates generally to an apron or bib, and in particular, to a pocket-forming device that bends to form a pocket in an apron for catching and holding material. The pocket-forming device comprises an elongated base with a plurality of elongated members extending away therefrom. The elongated members have ends connected to the base at different positions along the base's length, and at least one of the elongated members can be configured to be bent to cause the portion of the apron to form a pocket for catching debris.	06-30-2011

David Mark Fletcher, Palmetto, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120260840	Floating platform for motorized decoys - Disclosed is a floating platform suitable for supporting a motorized fowl decoy upon a post attached to the upper surface of the floating platform. The floating platform comprises a rectangular-shaped solid base portion having a vertically-mounted post attached to the top surface of said floating platform. Hingedly attached to each long side of the base is a foldable wing frame, each wing frame being a quadrilateral assembly of two longitudinal members and two lateral members, connected by four 90-degree elbows, with one longitudinal member of each wing frame pivotally attached to each long side of the base. Each wing frame may also comprise a one-piece structure. The base and each wing frame of the floating platform are further enclosed in lightweight material to ensure buoyancy of the entire floating platform. The device is easily transportable by pivoting the wing frames upward and carrying the device in the manner of a briefcase.	10-18-2012

Denise L. Fletcher, Simsbury, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130151268	Medication Management System - An apparatus comprising an input interface configured to obtain information regarding a plurality of medications associated with a patient, and a processor coupled to the receiver and configured to determine whether any of the medications interact with each other. An apparatus comprising a processor configured to associate with a pharmacy or a doctor's office, obtain information regarding a medication for a patient, and send the information regarding the medication to a mobile device associated with the patient. A medication management application comprising instructions that cause a mobile device to obtain information regarding a medication associated with a patient, and display the information regarding the medication on a display screen on the mobile device.	06-13-2013

Douglas J. Fletcher, Sanford, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100169594	GRANULAR APPLICATION DATA LIFECYCLE SOURCING FROM A SINGLE BACKUP - A system or method for granular application data lifecycle sourcing from a single backup is disclosed. In one embodiment of the method, a computer system periodically creates a primary backup copy of data stored on a storage system in order to create a plurality of primary backup copies. The computer system also periodically creates a secondary backup copy of data stored on the storage system in order to create a first plurality of secondary backup copies, wherein each of the secondary backup copies of the first plurality is created in part by copying data from a respective one of the primary backup copies. The periodicity of creating the primary backup copies, however, is distinct from the periodicity of creating the secondary backup copies of the first plurality. The computer system can also periodically create another secondary backup copy of data stored on the storage system in order to create a second plurality of secondary backup copies. Each of the secondary backup copies of the first plurality is created in part by copying data from a respective one of the primary backup copies. The periodicity of creating the primary backup copies is distinct from the periodicity of creating the secondary backup copies of the second plurality, and the periodicity of creating the secondary backup copies of the first plurality is distinct from the periodicity of creating the secondary backup copies of the second plurality.	07-01-2010

Eric Todd Fletcher, Asburn, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120010995	WEB CONTENT CAPTURING, PACKAGING, DISTRIBUTION - Computer tools, processes, and systems for capturing web content are provided. A webpage is rendered on a user device. An area within the rendered webpage is selected. Metadata describing the location of the web content within the selected area of the rendered webpage is determined and persistently stored within a database. A window is provided on a user device rendering the web content corresponding to the selected area. The web content is rendered within the window in the same context as the web content was initially rendered on the user device. The rendered web content may include partial objects or elements of the web page and provide all the functionality normally associated with the web content. The web content may be shared with other users including sending a message with a link configured to render the web content corresponding to the selected area on a user device.	01-12-2012

Fred B. Fletcher, Wayne, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110139320	METHOD OF MAKING A HYPEREUTECTOID, HEAD-HARDENED STEEL RAIL - A method of making a hypereutectoid, head-hardened steel rail is provided that includes a step of head hardening a steel rail having a composition containing 0.86-1.00 wt % carbon, 0.40-0.75 wt % manganese, 0.40-1.00 wt % silicon, 0.05-0.15 wt % vanadium, 0.015-0.030 wt % titanium, and sufficient nitrogen to react with the titanium to form titanium nitride. Head hardening is conducted at a cooling rate that, if plotted on a graph with xy-coordinates with the x-axis representing cooling time in seconds, and the y-axis representing temperature in Celsius of the surface of the head of the steel rail, is maintained in a region between an upper cooling rate boundary plot defined by an upper line connecting xy-coordinates (0 s, 775° C.), (20 s, 670° C.), and (110 s, 550° C.) and a lower cooling rate boundary plot defined by a lower line connecting xy-coordinates (0 s, 750° C.), (20 s, 610° C.), and (110 s, 500° C.).	06-16-2011
20120298263	METHOD OF MAKING HYPEREUTECTOID, HEAD-HARDENED STEEL RAIL - A method of making a hypereutectoid, head-hardened steel rail is provided that includes a step of head hardening a steel rail having a composition containing 0.86-1.00 wt % carbon, 0.40-0.75 wt % manganese, 0.40-1.00 wt % silicon, 0.05-0.15 wt % vanadium, 0.015-0.030 wt % titanium, and sufficient nitrogen to react with the titanium to form titanium nitride. Head hardening is conducted at a cooling rate that, if plotted on a graph with xy-coordinates with the x-axis representing cooling time in seconds, and the y-axis representing temperature in Celsius of the surface of the head of the steel rail, is maintained in a region between an upper cooling rate boundary plot defined by an upper line connecting xy-coordinates (0 s, 775° C.), (20 s, 670° C.), and (110 s, 550° C.) and a lower cooling rate boundary plot defined by a lower line connecting xy-coordinates (0 s, 750° C.), (20 s, 610° C.), and (110 s, 500° C.).	11-29-2012

Frida E. R. Fletcher, Longmont, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110295917	DIGITAL DEVICE CONFIGURATION AND METHOD - A digital Storage Element is described. A device is configured including a Storage Element for access by a user responsive to a native control code. A processing arrangement executes a control program for controlling the overall device and executing at least a portion of the native control code as part of the control program for interfacing with the Storage Element. A programming arrangement is provided separate from the device for customizing a read channel within the Storage Element. Command, user interaction and data transfer execution are discussed for mitigation of potential mechanical shock effects. Status indications relating to the Storage Element are provided including head position and mechanical shock. Calibration, test and operational monitoring procedures, for using head position status, are described. Failure configuration monitoring is provided in tracking overall performance and design considerations.	12-01-2011

Gary D. Fletcher, Wallingford, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100217155	BODY FLUID SAMPLING CONSTRUCTIONS AND TECHNIQUES - A device operable to extract a sample of body fluid, the device including at least one skin-penetration member, an actuator, a controller, and a housing mounting the at least one skin-penetration member for extension from the device. Another device for extracting body fluid includes at least one skin-penetration member having an inner bore and an outer diameter, and at least one axially moveable hollow tubular member disposed in the inner bore. Yet another device includes at least one skin-penetration member, an actuator, a controller, a housing mounting the at least one skin-penetration member, and a skin sensor measuring electrical parameters transmitted through the at least one skin-penetration member. Associated methods are also disclosed.	08-26-2010

George Fletcher, Round Hill, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080249983	IDENTIFYING A RESULT RESPONSIVE TO A CURRENT LOCATION OF A CLIENT DEVICE - A method for identifying a result responsive to a current location of a client device includes receiving, form a client device and at a host, a search query that includes a point of interest and a current location of the client device. The method also includes automatically updating the search query as the current location of the client device changes and instructing the host to identify a potential location associated with the point of interest and located within a user-defined proximity from the current location of the client device.	10-09-2008
20100241351	IDENTIFYING A RESULT RESPONSIVE TO A CURRENT LOCATION OF A CLIENT DEVICE - A method for identifying a result responsive to a current location of a client device includes receiving, form a client device and at a host, a search query that includes a point of interest and a current location of the client device. The method also includes automatically updating the search query as the current location of the client device changes and instructing the host to identify a potential location associated with the point of interest and located within a user-defined proximity from the current location of the client device.	09-23-2010
20100325146	Enabling identification of online identities between different messaging services - A method and system for populating identities in a message service involves registering a user of a first messaging service with a second messaging service. User identities for users other than the registered user may be identified. These user identities may be associated with the first messaging service and may be stored in a list associated with the registered user. It is determined if each identified user identity has a matching user identity associated with the second messaging service. If so, a database associated with the second messaging service is populated with the matching user identities. Determining whether a matching user identity exists may be performed, for example, by making character strings comparisons between user identities or using a database that stores a mapping of first messaging service user identities to second messaging service user identities. The mapping database may be generated as corresponding user identities are discovered.	12-23-2010
20110282958	ENABLING MAPPING IDENTIFICATION OF ONLINE IDENTITIES BETWEEN DIFFERENT MESSAGING SERVICES - A method and system for populating identities in a message service involves registering a user of a first messaging service with a second messaging service. User identities for users other than the registered user may be identified. These user identities may be associated with the first messaging service and may be stored in a list associated with the registered user. It is determined if each identified user identity has a matching user identity associated with the second messaging service. If so, a database associated with the second messaging service is populated with the matching user identities. Determining whether a matching user identity exists may be performed, for example, by making character strings comparisons between user identities or using a database that stores a mapping of first messaging service user identities to second messaging service user identities. The mapping database may be generated as corresponding user identities are discovered.	11-17-2011
20130066871	Enabling Identification of Online Identities Between Different Messaging Service - A method and system for populating identities in a message service involves registering a user of a first messaging service with a second messaging service. User identities for users other than the registered user may be identified. These user identities may be associated with the first messaging service and may be stored in a list associated with the registered user. It is determined if each identified user identity has a matching user identity associated with the second messaging service. If so, a database associated with the second messaging service is populated with the matching user identities. Determining whether a matching user identity exists may be performed, for example, by making character strings comparisons between user identities or using a database that stores a mapping of first messaging service user identities to second messaging service user identities. The mapping database may be generated as corresponding user identities are discovered.	03-14-2013
20130067001	ENABLING MAPPING IDENTIFICATION OF ONLINE IDENTITIES BETWEEN DIFFERENT MESSAGING SERVICES - A method and system for populating identities in a message service involves registering a user of a first messaging service with a second messaging service. User identities for users other than the registered user may be identified. These user identities may be associated with the first messaging service and may be stored in a list associated with the registered user. It is determined if each identified user identity has a matching user identity associated with the second messaging service. If so, a database associated with the second messaging service is populated with the matching user identities. Determining whether a matching user identity exists may be performed, for example, by making character strings comparisons between user identities or using a database that stores a mapping of first messaging service user identities to second messaging service user identities. The mapping database may be generated as corresponding user identities are discovered.	03-14-2013

Henry V. Fletcher, Everett, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080230653	Self-Powered Dimmable Windows with Integrated Controls - An electrically controlled dimmable window for aircraft includes a controller and power that eliminates the need for wiring connections to on-board systems. The controller is integrated into the sidewall in which the window is mounted. Power for controlling the window is derived from an energy harvesting device that generates power by converting thermal gradients, motion/vibration or light energy present near the window. The integrated controller includes passenger controls for adjusting the opacity of the window, power conditioning circuitry, an electrical power storage device such as a battery, a processor and a radio receiver. The window can be remotely controlled by a cabin attendant from a central controller that transmits window control signals to the radio receiver.	09-25-2008
20080234893	WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM - Electrically dimmable windows for aircraft are powered by energy harvesting devices on-board the aircraft. The harvested energy is stored and used to control the opacity of the windows based on individual window opacity settings selected either by passengers or a cabin attendant. Each window has an associated control circuit that controls the electrical power applied to the window based on the selected opacity setting. The control circuit includes a low energy usage processor that remains in a sleep mode until a change in the opacity setting is detected. Each control circuit may include a radio transceiver that receives control signals from a transmitter operated by the cabin attendant in order to simultaneously remotely control the opacity settings of multiple windows.	09-25-2008
20090117322	MULTIFUNCTIONAL ELECTROMAGNETIC SHIELDING - A method of manufacturing a multifunctional shielding mat for an interior of a vehicle is provided. The method includes providing at least one sheet of dampening material, coupling at least one sheet of electromagnetic shielding material to the at least one sheet of dampening material, and configuring the multifunctional shielding mat to cover a predetermined area of the vehicle.	05-07-2009
20090304482	CARGO TRANSPORT SYSTEM AND METHOD - A system for loading cargo containers into a storage hold, and offloading cargo containers from the storage hold, especially of a vehicle, such as an aircraft. The system includes at least one guide rail and a motorized platform, onto which cargo containers are loaded, cooperating mechanically with the guide rail. The guide rail guides the cargo laden motorized platform into the storage hold, and the motorized platform deposits the cargo upon remote command. The motorized platform has a chassis; a power source; a control module controlling drive motors of the wheels of the platform; and means for reciprocating at least a portion of an upper surface of the platform sufficient to elevate a load placed thereon above the guide rail height.	12-10-2009
20100187080	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN ELECTRONIC INTERACTIVE SWITCH - An interactive switch system for a stowage compartment system for a mobile platform (for example, commercial aircraft) is provided. The switch system is mounted to a moveable structure, such as an overhead stowage bin, and is responsive to a local input from a user, as well as to a remote input from an external control/monitoring panel. The switch system has at least one indicator surface responsive to the local input and the remote input to display indicator data. The indicator surface has a portion that forms at least one user input device for enabling the local input. The switch system further comprises a control system disposed behind the indicator surface. The control system is responsive to the local input and the remote input to transmit the indicator data to the indicator surface.	07-29-2010

Henry V.r. Fletcher, Everett, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080239451	Control System for Dimmable Windows - Electrically dimmable windows for aircraft are powered by energy harvesting devices on-board the aircraft. The harvested energy is stored and used to control the opacity of the windows based on individual window opacity settings selected either by passengers or a cabin attendant. Each window has an associated control circuit that controls the electrical power applied to the window based on the selected opacity setting. The control circuit includes a low energy usage processor that remains in a sleep mode until a change in the opacity setting is detected. Each control circuit may include a radio transceiver that receives control signals from a transmitter operated by the cabin attendant in order to simultaneously remotely control the opacity settings of multiple windows.	10-02-2008

James R. Fletcher, Oxford, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090243267	CURTAIN AIRBAG - A curtain airbag assembly comprises an inflatable curtain airbag configured to prevent egress of an occupant out of a window during a collision or rollover event. When the curtain airbag is inflated, a bottom edge of the curtain airbag extends below a window sill in a vehicle. A distance the inflated curtain airbag extends below the window sill is greater than a radius of curvature of the inflated curtain airbag.	10-01-2009

James Ryan Fletcher, Bloomfield, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130015645	AIRBAG AND HORN SWITCH MODULE AND METHOD OF ASSEMBLY OF THE MODULEAANM Ullrey; Timothy MichaelAACI Farmington HillsAAST MIAACO USAAGP Ullrey; Timothy Michael Farmington Hills MI USAANM Fletcher; James RyanAACI BloomfieldAAST MIAACO USAAGP Fletcher; James Ryan Bloomfield MI USAANM Roberson; SaraAACI LeonardAAST MIAACO USAAGP Roberson; Sara Leonard MI USAANM O'Leary; PatrickAACI Clinton TownshipAAST MIAACO USAAGP O'Leary; Patrick Clinton Township MI USAANM Thompson; JoshuaAACI LivoniaAAST MIAACO USAAGP Thompson; Joshua Livonia MI US - An airbag and horn switch module, for use in a vehicle, is provided and includes an inflatable airbag cushion configured to provide restraint to the occupant, an inflator configured to inflate the airbag cushion, and a housing having a base and a plurality of walls extending from the base thereby forming a cavity configured to house the airbag cushion. At least one wall of the housing has at least one tab protruding therefrom. The module also includes a switch assembly including an electronic switch and an actuator, and a cover having a wall with at least one opening configured to receive the tab of the housing to thereby slideably couple the cover to the housing. The cover is configured to slideably couple to the housing prior to installation of the electronic switch by aligning the tab of the housing with the opening in the cover. The cover is configured to slide relative to the housing when the cover is depressed by the occupant, whereby the cover displaces the actuator into engagement with the electronic switch thereby activating the horn assembly of the vehicle.	01-17-2013

Jason Dean Fletcher, New Albany, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090317259	System and Method for Explosion-Proof Pump - A System and Method for Explosion-Proof Pump is provided comprising a component being mated to an adjacent component by sealing means. An embodiment provides that the component is a switch housing having a cavity formed therein. A switch is secured in the cavity and the adjacent component is selected from the group access plate and motor housing.	12-24-2009

Jasse C. Fletcher, Decatur, AL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130037463	WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM - The present invention is a system and method for treating a wastewater stream to produce an effluent having an acceptable level of turbidity. The invention comprises a controller operatively coupled to at least one turbidity meter for monitoring turbidity of the effluent stream. A plurality of chemical treatment additive pumps are provided for providing a plurality of additives to the wastewater stream. Furthermore, a method of sequentially testing the amount of each additive required to produce an effluent stream having an acceptable turbidity is disclosed.	02-14-2013

Jeremy Fletcher US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110132242	FURNACE CHUTE - A moving distribution furnace chute for use with a furnace has a tube (	06-09-2011

Jesse C. Fletcher, Decatur, AL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100224569	Wastewater Treatment System - The present invention is a system and method for treating a wastewater stream to produce an effluent having an acceptable level of turbidity. The invention comprises a controller operatively coupled to at least one turbidity meter for monitoring turbidity of the effluent stream. A plurality of chemical treatment additive pumps are provided for providing a plurality of additives to the wastewater stream. Furthermore, a method of sequentially testing the amount of each additive required to produce an effluent stream having an acceptable turbidity is disclosed.	09-09-2010
20120000859	Wastewater Treatment System - The present invention is a system and method for treating a wastewater stream to produce an effluent having an acceptable level of turbidity. The invention comprises a controller operatively coupled to at least one turbidity meter for monitoring turbidity of the effluent stream. A plurality of chemical treatment additive pumps are provided for providing a plurality of additives to the wastewater stream. Furthermore, a method of sequentially testing the amount of each additive required to produce an effluent stream having an acceptable turbidity is disclosed.	01-05-2012

Joel G. Fletcher, Oronoco, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110286651	Projection-Space Denoising with Bilateral Filtering in Computed Tomography - Projection data acquired with an x-ray CT system is filtered using a bilateral filter to reduce image noise and enable the acquisition at lower x-ray dose without the loss of image diagnostic quality. The bilateral filtering is performed before image reconstruction by producing a noise equivalent data set from the acquired projection data and then converting the bilateral filtered values back to a projection data set suitable for image reconstruction.	11-24-2011
20120114093	System and Method for Automatic Tube Potential Selection for Dose Reduction in Medical Imaging - A method for CT imaging that utilizes an automatic tube potential selection for individual subjects and diagnostic tasks. The method quantifies the relative radiation dose of different tube potentials for achieving a specific image quality. This allows the selection of a tube potential that provides a reduced radiation dose while still providing CT images of a sufficient quality.	05-10-2012
20130101079	Method For Controlling Radiation Dose and Intravenous Contrast Dose In Computed Tomography Imaging - A system and method for acquiring an image of a region of interest (ROI) of subject using a computed tomography (CT) system includes a) performing a scout scan of the subject using the CT system to yield scout data related to the ROI and b) determining an initial contrast volume form at least the scout data. The method also includes c) prescribing a scanning protocol to be implemented using the computed tomography system to image the ROI and d) determining a size of the subject about the ROI. The method further includes e) determining a computed tomography dose related to volume (CTDIvol) based on at least the size determined at step d) and f) adjusting the scanning protocol prescribed in step b) to match at least one of a desired radiation dose and a relative intravenous (IV) contrast dose to a reference CTDIvol. The method includes g) acquiring imaging data from the ROI using the CT system by using the adjusted scanning protocol.	04-25-2013

John F. Fletcher, Longmont, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090080149	DIGITAL STORAGE ELEMENT MECHANICAL SHOCK ISOLATION ARRANGEMENT IN A HOST DEVICE AND METHOD - A data storage device including a housing including an overmold element with features for sealing the interior from ambient particulates, providing mechanical support with respect to a host, absorbing mechanical shock, and retaining a recirculation filter. The device includes a flexible electronic interconnect connectable to the host. The host includes a cavity. A resilient support extends through a movement margin between the housing and the cavity, absorbing mechanical shock. Bumpers are disposed on the housing and serve to cushion a strike when the device travels through the swing space. The resilient support extends from the corner region and is molded through an opening in the device. A sealing arrangement includes a sealing lip and bias cones and seals the interior of the device from outside particulates. A recirculation filter retention feature retains a recirculation filter. Latching features prevent two opposite portions of the housing from separating.	03-26-2009
20110295917	DIGITAL DEVICE CONFIGURATION AND METHOD - A digital Storage Element is described. A device is configured including a Storage Element for access by a user responsive to a native control code. A processing arrangement executes a control program for controlling the overall device and executing at least a portion of the native control code as part of the control program for interfacing with the Storage Element. A programming arrangement is provided separate from the device for customizing a read channel within the Storage Element. Command, user interaction and data transfer execution are discussed for mitigation of potential mechanical shock effects. Status indications relating to the Storage Element are provided including head position and mechanical shock. Calibration, test and operational monitoring procedures, for using head position status, are described. Failure configuration monitoring is provided in tracking overall performance and design considerations.	12-01-2011

Johnnie Fletcher, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090111601	Golf club stand for remembering clubs - A golf club stand to prevent the forgetting of spare clubs by standing them upright in a noticeable position when they are carried to a shot but are not used. The club stand folds into a compact configuration resembling a golf club for convenient carrying in a gold bag when not in use. The device generally comprises a shaft with a grip-handle similar to that of a golf club, and a sharp point at the distal end of the shaft to allow the club to be inserted into the ground. In addition, a dual-pivot arm is secured to the upper end of the shaft for supporting the handle(s) of one or more golf clubs. The ends of the dual-pivot arm are formed as cradles and may be pivoted into a transverse in-line position relative to the shaft. When the shaft is inserted vertically into the ground and the cradle ends of the pivot arm are horizontally disposed, a plurality of clubs may be supported by the club stand, the head of each club resting on the ground and the handle of all clubs supported by the transverse arm in one of the cradle ends. This keeps the clubs off the ground and highly visible. When they are standing upright in plain view they are harder to overlook and forget.	04-30-2009

John R. Fletcher, Waukesha, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120211177	INSULATED TRACKS FOR LOADING DOCK DOORS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Insulated tracks for use with loading dock doors are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an insulated door track configured in accordance with the present disclosure includes a first insulator, such as a plastic material, applied to a surface of the door track that extends adjacent to the loading dock door in the closed position. A second insulator, such as a radiant barrier comprised of a thin film of a reflective material, such as aluminum, can be applied to an opposing surface of the first insulator to prevent or at least reduce radiant energy losses through the track. A gap between the first insulator and the door jamb can be sealed with a third insulator, such as a suitable strip of foam.	08-23-2012

Jonathan Fletcher, Tekoa, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090112979	EXTENSIBLE METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR PERFORMING MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS ON KNOWN AND UNKNOWN TARGETS - This invention provides an extensible method for performing management operations on known and unknown targets. The extensible method is implemented on a fully extensible system where management software and triggers that cause these management operations to be run are easily extended in the field. The triggers may include information indicating a change in inventory, product state, or an event, and may originate directly from a product or from an information store containing information about installed products. The management software facilitates mining this information, parsing the information through a manifest of the triggers, and selecting functions to determine if a management operation should be executed, and if so, which management operation. Generally, the management software executes the selected management operation.	04-30-2009

Joseph Michael Fletcher, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120132552	RFID TAG CONTAINER - An RFID tag container includes a container body having a first container portion and a second container portion detachably engaging the first container portion, wherein the container body is sized and configured to contain an RFID tag in a flame-proof, fluid-tight and vapor-tight seal.	05-31-2012

Kevin R. Fletcher, Belgrade, MT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090164941	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING AND MODIFYING TEST DATA FILES - A system and method for creating and modifying test data files. The system comprises a parse map editor and a test data file editor, wherein parse maps are created and edited in the parse map editor, wherein the system parses incoming data files based on the parse maps that are created in the parse map editor, wherein each incoming data file is matched to a parse map, wherein the parsed data files are sent to the test data file editor, and wherein the test data file editor allows a user to view and edit the parsed data files. The method comprises parsing an incoming data file with a parse map, creating and/or editing the parse map in a parse map editor, and viewing and/or editing the parsed data file in a test data file editor.	06-25-2009
20110016448	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RAPID DEVELOPMENT OF SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS - The present invention is a system and method for rapid development of software applications comprising: a field composer; a design composer; and a design repository; wherein the field composer is used to create field trees; wherein the design composer is used to create designs; wherein a design is a partial or complete configuration of a software application; wherein one or more data models is/are derived from one or more existing databases; and wherein the design repository stores designs, field trees, and data models.	01-20-2011

Kristin A. Fletcher, Colorado Springs, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120205386	Thermochromic Coatings With Resin Vehicle - Thermochromic coatings are improved by mixing thermochromic capsules with polymer resins in a manner that imparts shelf stability to flowable precursors that may be cured to form relatively hard coatings that are capable of withstanding machine operations, such as the operations needed to make beverage can lids, bottle caps, pull tabs and the like.	08-16-2012

Kristin A. Fletcher, New Milford, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100163788	LIQUID CLEANER FOR THE REMOVAL OF POST-ETCH RESIDUES - Cleaning compositions and processes for cleaning post-plasma etch residue from a microelectronic device having said residue thereon. The composition achieves highly efficacious cleaning of the residue material, including titanium-containing, copper-containing, tungsten-containing, and/or cobalt-containing post-etch residue from the microelectronic device while simultaneously not damaging the interlevel dielectric, metal interconnect material, and/or capping layers also present thereon. In addition, the composition may be useful for the removal of titanium nitride layers from a microelectronic device having same thereon.	07-01-2010

Leroy W. Fletcher, Parker, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20130040024	Fruit Products, Methods of Producing Fruit Products, Fruit Extraction Systems and Fruit Infusion Systems - A method for producing fruit products. The method includes presenting a fruit comprising at least one water insoluble component and at least one water soluble component. Removing at least a portion of the at least one water soluble component from the fruit, the removing comprising leaving at least a portion of the at least one water insoluble component. Providing at least one polyol in the at least a portion of the at least one water insoluble component.	02-14-2013

Mark Fletcher, Cumming, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100020045	Optically enhanced flat panel display system having integral touch screen - An optically enhanced flat panel display system, including apparatuses and methods for assembling same, for displaying images generated by a computer or electronic device with increased luminance and reduced reflectance, and for receiving user input for a computer or electronic device via a touch screen portion thereof. The flat panel display system comprises a touch screen portion integrally incorporated with and forward of a display portion. The display system has only one front polarizer such that the touch screen and display portions are generally positioned rearward thereof. In exemplary embodiments, the touch screen portion employs resistive touch screen technology and the display portion employs liquid crystal display technology. By including only one front polarizer, attenuation of display image light is minimized and an increase in net luminance is achieved over other flat panel display systems.	01-28-2010

Martin Fletcher, Whitmore Lake, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100092930	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN INTERACTIVE STORYTELLING GAME - The interactive storytelling game of the present invention includes a contextual story that includes at least one key story concept, a blank story scene, and a scene palette that includes at least one story object that is associated with the key story concept. The story object is adapted to be applied to the blank story scene to form a user-generated scene. A validation engine compares the user-generated scene with the contextual description.	04-15-2010
20100092933	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AN INTERACTIVE PHONEME VIDEO GAME - The interactive phoneme video game of the present invention includes an action game section where a user can collect a phoneme item. At least one phoneme item is associated with a phoneme from a word. A word and phoneme pairing challenge encourages a user to make use of phoneme information gained during the action game. A phoneme sound is preferably played during interaction with the video game such as when a phoneme item is collected or during navigation of a phoneme keypad.	04-15-2010

Mary Anne Fletcher, Jackson, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110202615	Mobile Device Streaming Media Application - A system and process for coordinating streaming content or messages is provided. A network-connected server maintains a database containing media content-related data, such as the text of a message, accompanying media, time of airing, payment and related comments. A user can view these feeds or streams of these consciousness messages by downloading a mobile application or browsing to a website. The application can also be used to create, schedule and pay for a media content message.	08-18-2011

Matthew Fletcher, Peoria, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090000471	Filter service system and method - According to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, a system for removing matter from a filtering device of a work machine includes a gas pressurization assembly. An element of the gas pressurization assembly is removably attachable to a first orifice of the filtering device without removing the filtering device from a work machine to which the filtering device is connected. The system also includes a heat source fluidly connected to the gas pressurization assembly.	01-01-2009
20120318134	FILTER SERVICE SYSTEM AND METHOD - According to an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure, a system for removing matter from a filtering device of a work machine includes a gas pressurization assembly. An element of the gas pressurization assembly is removably attachable to a first orifice of the filtering device without removing the filtering device from a work machine to which the filtering device is connected. The system also includes a heat source fluidly connected to the gas pressurization assembly.	12-20-2012

Michael Dale Fletcher, Grove, OK US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100276364	WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD - An aerobic treatment unit is disclosed. The unit provides a tank with an influent end and an effluent end. A growth media is between the influent and effluent ends. An aeration chamber with a diffuser plate is disposed near the influent end. At least one pump moves surface liquids from the near the effluent end to the aeration chamber, where the fluids are aerated by the diffuser plate, back to an area in the tank near the influent end.	11-04-2010

Michael J. Fletcher, Beaverton, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110145044	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING A VIRTUAL VALUE ITEM FOR A PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN - Systems and methods for managing a promotional campaign are provided. In one embodiment, a promotional campaign engine communicates in real-time with a participant's mobile computing device, receives an electronic campaign entry from the mobile computing device, and based on a rule set, generates a virtual value item in an established stored value system based on the rule set.	06-16-2011
20110307377	SYSTEMS AND METHODS TO MANAGE AND CONTROL USE OF A VIRTUAL CARD - Systems and methods are provided for creating and using versions of a shared virtual card. In one example, a system for sharing stored value is provided. The system may include a virtual card manager configured to manage one or more shared virtual cards and a first computing device including a virtual card engine executable by a processor to manage the shared virtual card. The first computing device may be communicatively coupled to the virtual card manager via a network. In the example, stored value of the shared virtual card may be split between a first version and a second version. The first version may receive a first portion of the stored value and the second version may receive a second portion of the stored value; the first version available for use on the first computing device and the second version available for use on a second computing device.	12-15-2011

Paul Fletcher, Cheshire, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090053807	Insulin and IGF-1 Receptor Agonists and Antagonists - Peptide sequences capable of binding to insulin and/or insulin-like growth factor receptors with either agonist or antagonist activity and identified from various peptide libraries are disclosed. This invention also identifies at least two different binding sites, which are present on insulin and insulin-like growth factor receptors, and which selectively bind the peptides of this invention. As agonists, the peptides of this invention may be useful for development as therapeutics to supplement or replace endogenous peptide hormones. The antagonist peptides may also be developed as therapeutics.	02-26-2009

Richard Fletcher, Windsor, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120216319	BRASSICA PLANTS YIELDING OILS WITH A LOW ALPHA LINOLENIC ACID CONTENT - plants producing oils with a low alpha-linolenic acid content and methods for producing such plants are described.	08-23-2012
20130031678	BRASSICA PLANTS YIELDING OILS WITH A LOW TOTAL SATURATED FATTY ACID CONTENT - plants producing oils with a low total saturated fatty acid content and methods for producing such plants are described. The oils have a low total saturated fatty acid in combination with a low, mid, or high oleic acid content.	01-31-2013

Robert B. Fletcher, Midland, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110059144	ENCAPSULATED HYDROPHOBIC ACTIVES VIA INTERFACIAL POLYMERIZATION - The present invention provides personal care compositions, as well as methods for protecting low viscosity hydrophobic liquid actives.	03-10-2011
20110142770	SUNSCREEN COMPOSITIONS INCORPORATING METHYLCELLULOSE AS AN SPF AND/OR PPD BOOSTER AND METHODS - Described are sunscreen compositions, comprising organic pigment particulates and methylcellulose, and methods of boosting the SPF (sun protection factor) and/or PPD (Persistent Pigment Darkening) of a sunscreen composition having organic pigment particulates, comprising including methylcellulose in the sunscreen composition.	06-16-2011
20110250155	HYDROXYPROPYL METHYLCELLULOSE-CONTAINING SUNSCREEN COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Described are sunscreen compositions, composing inorganic metal oxide sunscreen particles and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, and methods of boosting the SPF (sun protection factor) of a sunscreen composition having inorganic metal oxide sunscreen particles, comprising including hydroxypropyl methylcellulose with a DS	10-13-2011
20110256076	SUNSCREEN COMPOSITIONS INCORPORATING METHYCELLULOSE AS AN SPF BOOSTER AND METHODS - Described are sunscreen compositions, comprising inorganic metal oxide sunscreen particles and methylcellulose, and methods of boosting the SPF (sun protection factor) of a sunscreen composition having inorganic metal oxide sunscreen particles, comprising including methylcellulose in the sunscreen composition.	10-20-2011
20120148513	SUNSCREEN-CONTAINING DISSOLVABLE FILMS - The present invention provides personal care dissolvable films, comprising water soluble cellulose ether and a sunscreen agent.	06-14-2012

Robert C. Fletcher, Cary, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090240651	Systems and Methods for a Predictive Notification Engine - Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a system for predictive notification including a notification engine adapted to receive a sequence of data values for a parameter from a medical device. The notification engine is adapted to determine a prediction based at least in part on the sequence of data values. The notification engine is adapted to generate a notification based on the prediction.	09-24-2009
20120036102	SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR A PREDICTIVE NOTIFICATION ENGINE - Certain embodiments of the present invention provide a system for predictive notification including a notification engine adapted to receive a sequence of data values for a parameter from a medical device. The notification engine is adapted to determine a prediction based at least in part on the sequence of data values. The notification engine is adapted to generate a notification based on the prediction.	02-09-2012

Robert Kenneth Yasuji Fletcher, Racine, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110064393	OVEN - An oven is provided for re-baking welding consumables in an efficient and improved heat distribution manner. The oven includes a first chamber having a plurality of first chamber vents positioned on at least one sidewall of the first chamber and a heating source in a second chamber, the second chamber being in fluid communication with the first chamber, and one or more third chambers situated on a sidewall of the first chamber, wherein heat energy from the heating source flows through the third chamber into the first chamber, and wherein the heat energy from the heating source is substantially and evenly distributed inside the first chamber.	03-17-2011
20120195041	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A LIGHTING MODULE - A light source module that includes a light source and a housing, the housing having a top portion for receiving the light source and an upper portion extending from the top portion to form a recess. A first sealing material provided inside the recess to form a seal that at least partially encapsulates the light source.	08-02-2012

Robert W. Fletcher, Louisville, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110289016	Method of determining orderly liquidation value of patents - A Method for Determining the Orderly Liquidation Value of a Patent comprising the steps of: determining a revenue stream resulting from the manufacturer of products using a patented technology and using tangible and intangible assets in the production of said revenue stream; and, determining the contribution of the tangible assets to the revenue stream; and, determining the contribution of intangible assets to the revenue stream; and, subtracting the contributions of the tangible assets and intangible assets leaving only the contribution of the patented features of the products; and, dividing that patented contributed amount by a litigation risk factor to arrive at the orderly liquidation value of the patent.	11-24-2011
20110289021	METHOD FOR UTILIZING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AS COLLATERAL TO FACILITATE LOANS TO SMALL BUSINESSES TO CREATE JOBS AND STIMULATE THE ECONOMY - The present invention is a method of facilitating the use of intellectual property as a financial tool in commercial, non-profit or eleemosynary transactions in the context of venture capital and commercial banking for-profit transactions comprising:	11-24-2011
20110289040	Method for creating association index for the analysis of documents classified in a hierarchical structure - The present invention is a computer-enabled method for combining information stored in a hierarchical classification structure, such as the International Patent Classification system, with the frequency of events resulting from human decision processes in order to generate an association index for a patent classification. The association index can then be used to quickly analyze a portfolio of patents.	11-24-2011

Samuel G. Fletcher, Springville, UT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090138270	PROVIDING SPEECH THERAPY BY QUANTIFYING PRONUNCIATION ACCURACY OF SPEECH SIGNALS - The provision of speech therapy to a learner (	05-28-2009

Sean C. Fletcher, Lake In The Hills, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080242306	Apparatus and Method to Facilitate Use of a Cookie to Protect an Intranet - A wireless two-way communications device (	10-02-2008

Stuart D. Fletcher, Linden, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120018949	THREE-DIMENSIONAL PUZZLE - A three dimensional puzzle assembly	01-26-2012

Tarrie Fletcher, Washington, UT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100119991	TOOTH ROOT TIP EXTRACTOR AND METHOD - An extraction device and method for extracting some or all of a tooth from a patient, such as the root of the tooth, are disclosed. One embodiment of the device includes an extraction burr having helical structure with a positive slope transition portion, and in that manner is distinguishable from a common screw. The helical structure may be configured and shaped such that there is little frictional force placed on the burr as it enters into a tooth. Once the burr enters the tooth the configuration and shape of the burr may provide for increased friction between the tooth structure and the burr, thereby causing the burr to grip the tooth structure and maintain the burr as he tooth is extracted. The extraction burr may include a partial-spiral flute or groove formed in a tip thereof. A lockable and releasable hand piece for attaching to the extraction burr provides leverage to the user for dislodging the tooth root, and is adjustable in at least three different indexable positions in its attachment position with respect to the extraction burr.	05-13-2010

Thomas Fletcher, Porland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090089723	Circuit design using a spreadsheet - A circuit design method is provided that includes creating a plurality of macros each for one of a plurality of logic gates, storing the created macros, and creating a circuit design using a spreadsheet program, the circuit design being represented by the plurality of macros.	04-02-2009

Thomas A. Fletcher, Chesterfield, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090277466	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MAKING SLIT-BANDED WRAPPER USING MOVING ORIFICES - A method and apparatus of manufacturing a web which is striped with add-on material, comprising: a first slurry supply which forms a sheet of base web and moves the sheet along a first path; a second slurry supply; and a moving orifice applicator operative so as to repetitively discharge the second slurry upon the moving sheet of base web. The moving orifice applicator includes a chamber box arranged to establish a reservoir of the second slurry across the first path, an endless belt having orifice groups, the endless belt received through the chamber box, and a drive arrangement operative upon the endless belt to continuously move the orifices along an endless-path and repetitively through the chamber box. The orifices communicate with the reservoir to discharge the second slurry as bands of add-on material to the base web. Orifices within the orifice groups can be spaced relative to one another to define bands of add-on material having a relative minimum in thickness or to define spaced apart bands. Orifices may also cooperate with a stationary or moving template to define segmented bands having gaps with complex edges. The web resulting from the method or the apparatus may be used for a smoking article. A smoking article may be constructed from wrapper made with the apparatus or the method.	11-12-2009

Thomas D. Fletcher, Portland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120042151	PROCESSOR HAVING EXECUTION CORE SECTIONS OPERATING AT DIFFERENT CLOCK RATES - A processor including a first execution core section clocked to perform execution operations at a first clock frequency, and a second execution core section clocked to perform execution operations at a second clock frequency which is different than the first clock frequency. The second execution core section runs faster and includes a data cache and critical ALU functions, while the first execution core section includes latency-tolerant functions such as instruction fetch and decode units and non-critical ALU functions. The processor may further include an I/O ring which may be still slower than the first execution core section. Optionally, the first execution core section may include a third execution core section whose clock rate is between that of the first and second execution core sections. Clock multipliers/dividers may be used between the various sections to derive their clocks from a single source, such as the I/O clock.	02-16-2012

Thomas E. Fletcher, Portland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120079250	FUNCTIONAL UNIT CAPABLE OF EXECUTING APPROXIMATIONS OF FUNCTIONS - A semiconductor chip is described having a functional unit that can execute a first instruction and execute a second instruction. The first instruction is an instruction that multiplies two operands. The second instruction is an instruction that approximates a function according to C0+C1X2+C2X2	03-29-2012

Thomas Matthew Fletcher, Loveland, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110311234	OPTICAL MODULATION UTILIZING STRUCTURES INCLUDING METAMATERIALS - An optical modulation system includes a metamaterial structure configured to receive and process an input optical signal at at least one operational wavelength, where the metamaterial structure changes between a transmissive state and a non-transmissive state with respect to the optical signal(s) at the operational wavelength(s) in response to an external stimulus applied to the metamaterial structure. An external stimulus source is coupled with the metamaterial structure and is configured to change the metamaterial structure between its transmissive and non-transmissive states by applying selected stimulus pulses to the metamaterial structure. The optical modulation system processes the input optical signal to output a modulated optical signal that modulates in correspondence with the selected pulses applied to the metamaterial structure.	12-22-2011

Timothy Fletcher, Everett, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110114506	Quadratic Electrolysis - An electrolysis device to separate water into its more economically valuable constituent hydrogen and oxygen gases. A neutral plate is interleaved between every magnetically charged electrode in an electrode stack to provide a means of spark suppression, a physical barrier between the hydrogen gas created at the cathode and oxygen gas created at the cathode, and to reduce deterioration of electrode surfaces caused by alternating polarity from an anode state to a cathode state. Scale of electrolysis cell electrodes are partially cleaned through a cycling of system polarity through a neutral electrode period. A means is provided to isolate and segregate dissociated hydrogen and oxygen gas.	05-19-2011

Timothy D. Fletcher, Lino Lakes, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090042166	ABRASIVE TOOL INCLUDING AGGLOMERATE PARTICLES AND AN ELASTOMER, AND RELATED METHODS - Abrasive tools (particularly dental tools), and methods of using and making such tools, wherein the abrasive tools include an elastomeric binder (e.g., one prepared from a fluoroelastomer) and agglomerate particles that include an oxide matrix (preferably, silica) and abrasive particles (preferably, diamond).	02-12-2009
20100048105	Lapping Carrier and Method - Provided is a double-sided lapping carrier comprising a base carrier having a first major surface, a second major surface and at least one aperture for holding a workpiece, said aperture extending from the first major surface through the base carrier to the second major surface, wherein the base carrier comprises a first metal, the circumference of said aperture is defined by a third surface of the base carrier consisting of the first metal and, at least a portion of the first major surface or at least a portion of each of the first and the second major surfaces comprises a polymeric region, said polymeric region comprising a polymer having a work to failure of at least 10 Joules. Also provide are methods of lapping.	02-25-2010
20100266862	METAL PARTICLE TRANSFER ARTICLE, METAL MODIFIED SUBSTRATE, AND METHOD OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - A metal particle transfer article and a metal modified substrate are provided as well as methods of making and using the article and substrate.	10-21-2010
20110256813	COATED CARRIER FOR LAPPING AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING - A lapping carrier (	10-20-2011
20120135669	LAPPING CARRIER AND METHOD - Provided is a lapping carrier including a base carrier having a first major surface, a second major surface and at least one aperture for holding a workpiece. The aperture extends from the first major surface through the base carrier to the second major surface. The base carrier includes a first metal or a polymer. At least a portion of the first major surface or at least a portion of each of the first and the second major surfaces includes a polymeric region. In at least a portion of the polymeric region, at least one adhesion promoting layer is interposed between the polymeric region and the base carrier. The adhesion promoting layer includes an inorganic coating.	05-31-2012

Tom Fletcher, Salt Lake City, UT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120201428	IMAGE RECONSTRUCTION INCORPORATING ORGAN MOTION - Systems and methods which implement an image reconstruction framework to incorporate complex motion of structure, such as complex deformation of an object or objects being imaged, in image reconstruction techniques are shown. For example, techniques are provided for tracking organ motion which uses raw time-stamped data provided by any of a number of imaging modalities and simultaneously reconstructs images and estimates deformations in anatomy. Operation according to embodiments reduces artifacts, increase the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), and facilitates reduced image modality energy dosing to patients. The technology also facilitates the incorporation of physical properties of organ motion, such as the conservation of local tissue volume. This approach is accurate and robust against noise and irregular breathing for tracking organ motion.	08-09-2012

William K. Fletcher, Richmond, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120062009	AUTO DEPLOYED CARGO LOADING RAIL SYSTEM AND MEDIC SEAT IN-TRUCK TRAVEL RAIL - A vehicle cargo loading rail system includes inner vehicle rail portions connected to vehicle structure. Connecting rail portions have a rotatable connecting joint to rotatably connect the connecting rail portions to one of the inner vehicle rail portions. Step mounted rail portions are connected to a door rotatably connected to the vehicle and rotatable between closed and open conditions. The step mounted rail portions have a longitudinal slot. A roller fitting assembly is connected to the connecting rail portions and slidably received in the longitudinal slot. A trolley member is movable on a continuous rail surface created when the door is open having vehicle rail portion ends contacting connecting rail portion first ends, and connecting rail portion second ends in contact with step mounted rail portion ends. A trolley member cavity receives a support post of a member loaded into the vehicle by movement on the continuous rail surface.	03-15-2012
20120205934	SEAT MOUNTED EXTENDABLE LITTER SYSTEM - A seat mounted extendable litter system includes a structural frame assembly supporting at least one seat. The seat has a seat member and a seat back member rotatable with respect to the seat member defining a seat upright condition and a seat folded condition. A litter tray is slidably connected to the structural frame assembly and oriented substantially horizontal in the seat folded condition such that the litter tray is slidable between a litter tray extended condition and a litter tray stowed condition.	08-16-2012