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Anne B. Fulton, Weymouth, MA US
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| 20110028561 | PROTECTION OF NEURAL RETINA BY REDUCTION OF ROD METABOLISM - Described herein are methods for treatment or prevention of retinal dysfuntion by reduction of rod cell energy demand. Particular embodiments include methods for improving rod-mediated retinal function in a developing retina by administering an agent that reduces energy demand in the rod cell. Such agents that target rod cell energy demand can be administered to a subject at risk for retinal dysfunction to modify rod-cell function, such that the retina reaches retinal maturity. Also described herein are methods for suppressing the visual cycle in a developing rod cell by contacting the cell with an agent that reduces the energy demand of the rod cell. | 02-03-2011 |
Arnie Fulton, Fayetteville, AR US
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| 20100132905 | DIE CASTING PROCESS INCORPORATING COMPUTERIZED PATTERN RECOGNITION TECHNIQUES - A die casting process using pattern recognition techniques to identify those die castings manufactured under conditions likely to produce a die casting which would subsequently prove unacceptable for use. By promptly identifying such die castings, they may be discarded before being shipped to a remote facility for further processing. As a result, the rejection rate of die castings at the remote facility may be reduced and the raw materials used to form the discarded die castings may be more readily recycled. | 06-03-2010 |
| 20110203759 | DIE CASTING PROCESS INCORPORATING COMPUTERIZED PATTERN RECOGNITION TECHNIQUES - A die casting process using pattern recognition techniques to identify those die castings manufactured under conditions likely to produce a die,casting which would subsequently prove unacceptable for use. By promptly identifying such die castings, they may be discarded before being shipped to a remote facility for further processing. As a result, the rejection rate of die castings at the remote facility may be reduced and the raw materials used to form the discarded die castings may be more readily recycled. | 08-25-2011 |
Bill Fulton, Seattle, WA US
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| 20080287190 | GAME HOSTING SERVICE - A network gaming service accesses attributes of a particular user to match the user to a gaming session with users having similar attributes. A game hosting service uses preferences of the users in a session and determines parameters for a match. Subsequent match parameters can be further determined based on a history for the session as well as each of the user's preferences. | 11-20-2008 |
Cathy Fulton, Austin, TX US
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| 20100265835 | SYSTEM, METHOD, AND COMPUTER READABLE MEDIUM FOR MEASURING NETWORK LATENCY FROM FLOW RECORDS - The disclosure presents a system, method, and computer readable medium for computing network latencies. Network devices using flow processors create network traffic summary information in the form of flow records. A harvester may gather, process, and analyze flow records to find matching flows. Using matching flows, a harvester computes the latency, either one-way or round-trip, between two devices on the network. This information may be exported or stored on other devices on the network. The teachings of the present disclosure enable wide network coverage through the use of existing network traffic summary records. Further, the present disclosure mitigates network slowdowns associated with monitoring equipment. The present disclosure also reduces or eliminates the need for clock synchronization between devices on the network. | 10-21-2010 |
Dakin Fulton, Kalispell, MT US
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| 20080264774 | METHOD FOR ELECTROCHEMICALLY DEPOSITING METAL ONTO A MICROELECTRONIC WORKPIECE - Metal seed layers and/or barrier layers are treated to render them more suitable for subsequent electrochemical deposition of metals thereon. The processes employ thermal techniques to reduce metal oxides that have formed on the surface of the seed layers and/or barrier layers. | 10-30-2008 |
Daniel Fulton, Charlotte, NC US
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| 20090165405 | COMPOSITE CAPPED STILE, DOOR AND METHOD - The present invention relates to a capped stile for an entry door having an interior backer element and an exterior cap element secured thereto. The exterior cap element is formed from a moisture resistant, foamed polymer composite and has a specific gravity of about 0.9 or less. A door having the disclosed capped stile, and a method of forming a door, are also disclosed. | 07-02-2009 |
| 20100307061 | TRACK FOR AN ADJUSTABLE BLIND ASSEMBLY - A track for an adjustable blind assembly is disclosed. One described track for an adjustable blind assembly comprises a track comprising a base and a slot, the base comprising a flange portion and a brace portion, the flange portion extending from the base and securable to a spaced window pane by a window frame, and the slot extending from the base and comprising a channel for a sliding adjuster. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20120060423 | LATCH JAMB SECURITY PLATE FOR DOORJAMB - A latch jamb security plate in combination with a doorjamb having a front side facing a door opening and a back side opposite the front side. The doorjamb is formed with a latch aperture therethrough for receiving a retractable door latch. The latch jamb security plate comprises a planar plate member fastened to the back side of the doorjamb, and a single latch tongue formed integrally with the planar plate member and extending therefrom into the latch aperture in the doorjamb. The planar plate member has an opening therethrough aligned with the latch aperture in the doorjamb. The opening in the planar plate member has a continuous edge. The latch tongue is configured to extend from only a portion of the edge of the opening in the planar plate member. | 03-15-2012 |
David Fulton, Anderson, IN US
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| 20120126650 | CONCENTRIC MOTOR POWER GENERATION AND DRIVE SYSTEM - An apparatus is provided and includes a hub, including first and second opposing faces, a first sidewall fixed at opposite ends thereof to the first and second opposing faces to define a first interior between the first and second opposing faces and a second sidewall fixed to one of the first and second opposing faces to define a second interior within the first interior, a first assembly, disposed within the second interior, to generate current from input mechanical energy and a second assembly, electrically coupled to the first assembly and disposed within the first interior, to generate mechanical energy from current associated with the current generated by the first assembly. | 05-24-2012 |
David A. Fulton, Anderson, IN US
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| 20080223557 | LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM OF AN ELECTRIC MACHINE - Disclosed is a liquid cooling system for an electric machine including a frame heat conductively attachable to a stator of an electric machine. The liquid cooling system further includes a cover mechanically attached to the frame and fluidly sealed to the frame, the cover and frame defining a cavity therebetween. The cover includes at least one protrusion extending substantially a distance between the cover and the frame. A method for constructing a liquid is also provided. The method includes forming at least one protrusion in the cover and structurally affixing the cover to the frame. The cover is fluidly sealed to the frame. | 09-18-2008 |
| 20080276734 | Torque limiter for engine starter - Disclosed is a starter motor including a drive assembly disposed at least partially within the housing. The drive assembly includes a gear train disposed in the housing, with the gear train in operable communication with a first end of an armature shaft. A pinion gear is in operable communication with a second end of the output shaft. A spacer is disposed between the gear train and the housing. The spacer is disposed and configured to hold the gear train fixed relative to the housing but allow the gear train to rotate relative to the housing when a selected slippage torque is applied to the gear train. | 11-13-2008 |
| 20090322456 | Starter Solenoid with Vibration Resistant Features - A starter solenoid comprises a solenoid cap defining a contact channel. A first terminal and a second terminal are provided on the solenoid cap. A contact is moveable within the channel between a first position where the contact touches the first and second terminals and a second position where the contact is removed from the first and second terminals. A shield is positioned in the channel to space the contact apart from the channel walls. The contact comprises a first terminal face connected to a second terminal face. The first and second terminal faces are configured to respectively contact the first and second terminals when the contact is in the first position. Opposing lips extend from opposite sides of the first terminal face with a curved shoulder provided between the first terminal face and each of the opposing lips. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20110273047 | ROTOR LAMINATION ASSEMBLY - An electric machine includes a stator, and a rotor lamination assembly configured to rotate relative to the stator. The rotor assembly includes at least one lamination member that includes a body having an inner diametric edge that extends to an outer diametric edge, and at least one magnet receiving member. The at least one magnet receiving member is formed in the body and includes a first end that extends to a second end. The second end is spaced from the outer diametric edge to form a bridge portion. The at least one lamination member includes at least one stress concentration element positioned between the inner diametric edge and the outer diametric edge. The at least one stress concentration element is configured and disposed to reduce stress in the bridge portion. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110273049 | ROTOR LAMINATION ASSEMBLY - An electric machine includes a stator, and a rotor lamination assembly configured and disposed to rotate relative to the stator. The rotor lamination assembly includes at least one lamination member including a body member having an outer diametric edge, and at least one magnet receiving member. The at least one magnet receiving member includes a first end that extends to a second end. The second end establishes an interruption zone in the outer diametric edge. | 11-10-2011 |
| 20110298315 | Electric Machine Cooling System and Method - Embodiments of the invention provide an electric machine module including a housing. In some embodiments, the housing can include a sleeve member coupled to at least one end cap. The housing can include an inner wall at least partially defining a machine cavity, a coolant sump, and at least one coolant channel positioned between the inner wall and an outer wall of the housing. In some embodiments, the coolant channel can be in fluid communication with the coolant sump. In some embodiments, an electric machine can be positioned in the machine cavity. The electric machine can comprise a stator assembly including stator end turns and a rotor assembly. In some embodiments, a coolant jacket can be at least partially defined by the housing and can be positioned so that to at least partially circumscribe a portion of the stator assembly. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20120068570 | PARALLEL PATH PHASE LEAD EXITS FROM ELECTRIC MACHINE - A stator winding for an electric machine includes two or more conductors defining one or more phases about the stator winding. Each phase includes at least two conductors of the two or more conductors arranged in an electrically switchable relationship. An end of each conductor of the two or more conductors extends to an exterior of the electric machine and is configured for independent electrical connection to a component at the exterior of the electric machine. An electric machine includes a stator having a stator winding including two or more conductors defining one or more phases about the stator winding including at least two conductors of the two or more conductors arranged in an electrically switchable relationship. An end of each conductor of the two or more conductors extends to an exterior of the electric machine for independent electrical connection to a component at the exterior of the electric machine. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120068656 | SWITCH MODULE FOR AN ELECTRIC MACHINE HAVING SWITCHABLE STATOR WINDINGS - An electric machine including a housing and a stator arranged within the housing. The stator includes a plurality of stator windings that define a number of phases. A switch module is mounted at the housing. The switch module includes a plurality of switch members that are operatively connected to the plurality of stator windings. The plurality of switch members are configured and disposed to selectively establish one of a first electrical connection configuration and a second electrical connection configuration of the plurality of stator windings. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120068657 | ELECTRIC MACHINE SYSTEM INCLUDING AN ELECTRIC MACHINE HAVING SWITCHED STATOR WINDINGS - An electric machine system includes an electric motor. The electric motor includes a stator having a plurality of windings that define a number of phases. A plurality of switch members are operatively coupled to the plurality of windings. The plurality of switch members are no more than one less than three times the number of phases. A controller is operatively coupled to the plurality of switch members. The controller selectively changes a state of the plurality of switch members to establish one of a first electrical connection configuration of the plurality of windings and a second electrical connection configuration of the plurality of windings. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120126660 | ROTOR LAMINATION COMPRESSION SLEEVE FOR AN ELECTRIC MACHINE - An electric machine including a stator, and a rotor lamination assembly configured and disposed to rotate relative to the stator. The rotor lamination assembly includes a plurality of laminations that define an outer diametric surface. A rotor lamination compression sleeve extends about the outer diametric surface of the rotor lamination assembly. The rotor lamination compression sleeve exerts a compressive radial force on the rotor lamination assembly. The rotor lamination compression sleeve is configured and disposed to expand when subjected to a centrifugal force while still maintaining a compressive radial force. | 05-24-2012 |
David A. Fulton, Humble, TX US
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| 20120000146 | Adjustable connector for securing a roof to a structure - A connector for securing a horizontally extending member of a sloped roof at a selected angle relative to an upright member of the sloped roof includes a first portion adapted for secure engagement with the upright member and a second portion adapted for secure engagement with the horizontally extending member. An angular measurement section extending from the first portion and having multiple visible features thereon is usable to secure the connector to the upright member at a selected angle by aligning a selected visible feature with a portion of the upright member. Each visible feature corresponds to a selected angular relationship, such that a desired angle between the horizontally extending member and the upright member can be provided through selective alignment of a corresponding visible feature of the connector with the upright member. | 01-05-2012 |
David John Fulton, Wimberley, TX US
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| 20100303997 | PROCESS AND METHOD FOR CREATING NO-STARCH OR LOW-STARCH, HIGH-FIBER DOUGH AND FOOD COMPOSITIONS USING CONTROLLED HYDRATION OF MUCILAGENOUS HYDROCOLLOIDS - A process to use partial hydration of certain mucilaginous hydrocolloids to produce a starch-free, high-fiber baked food product is disclosed. The method includes blending a fiber component comprising soluble, non-digestible hydrocolloid fibers, a protein component, a fat component and at least one additive to form a dough, and baking the dough to allow the internal network to encapsulate hot gases released during the baking process to inflate the dough into a baked food product. The water addition is controlled in the blending process so that the soluble hydrocolloid fibers are partially hydrated to form an elastic internal network of mucilage, The dough is free from digestible starch and gluten and is baked without the use of yeast. | 12-02-2010 |
Dwight D. Fulton, Duncan, OK US
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| 20090125280 | Methods for geomechanical fracture modeling - The present invention relates generally to methods for designing and optimizing the number, placement, and size of fractures in a subterranean formation and more particularly to methods that account for stress interference from other fractures when designing and optimizing the number, placement, and size of fractures in the subterranean formation. The present invention optimizes the number, placement and size of fractures in a subterranean formation. The present invention determines one or more geomechanical stresses induced by each fracture based on the dimensions and location of each fracture, including surface deformations caused by each fracture. The present invention determines a maximum number of fractures and a predicted stress field based on the geomechanical stresses induced by each of the fractures. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20100155058 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MONITORING A FRACTURING OPERATION - A method for monitoring a fracturing operation in a target well comprising extending a seismic sensor in a tubing string to a first position in an well offset from the target well. A coolant fluid is circulated through the tubing string for a predetermined time. The tubing string is retracted to a second uphole position such that the cooled seismic sensor is exposed in the offset wellbore. A seismic signal emitted during the fracturing operation of the target well is sensed in the offset well. | 06-24-2010 |
| 20100200235 | Degradable perforation balls and associated methods of use in subterranean applications - Methods and compositions that include a method of treating a subterranean formation comprising the steps of providing a carrier fluid comprising degradable balls that comprise a carboxylic acid, a fatty alcohol, a fatty acid salt, a fatty ester, a fatty acid salt, or a combination thereof, and introducing the carrier fluid to the subterranean formation during a treatment. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100212906 | Method for diversion of hydraulic fracture treatments - Disclosed herein are methods that include a method for treating a well bore including treating a subterranean formation with a first treatment fluid, wherein the first treatment fluid treats a first treated zone. A degradable diverting material may then be introduced into the subterranean formation. The subterranean formation may be treated with a second treatment fluid where the degradable diverting material diverts at least a portion of the second treatment fluid away from the first treated zone. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20110005761 | Degradable Diverting Agents and Associated Methods - Methods and compositions that include a method comprising: providing a treatment fluid comprising at least a plurality of degradable diverting agents that comprise at least one degradable material selected from the group consisting of a fatty alcohol, a fatty acid salt, a fatty ester, a proteinous material, and a combination thereof; and introducing the treatment fluid into a subterranean formation during a subterranean operation via a well bore. | 01-13-2011 |
Dwight David Fulton, Duncan, OK US
Geoffrey Scott Fulton, Tremonton, UT US
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| 20090158567 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR FASTENING SCREW AND SHEATH ANCHORS - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for fastening collapsible anchors. The apparatus comprises a shaft, a screw coupler, and a sleeve which has a hollow interior passage and a mouth that connects to an anchor head. The sleeve moves along the longitudinal axis of the shaft and rotates about that axis independent of the rotation of the shaft. By engaging the screw coupler and mouth to a collapsible anchor, a user can set the anchor by rotating one piece relative to the other. The apparatus may also include a handle or be designed as a drill attachment. The apparatus may also include a stabilizer such as a handle on the shaft. The shaft and sleeve may be designed to fit a variety of different screw couplers and mouths. Additionally, the apparatus may make use of ratchet collars to provide additional ways to set the anchors. | 06-25-2009 |
Gregory Fulton, Baltimore, MD US
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| 20090276207 | HOST GREETING CARD - Disclosed is a bilingual greeting card where the bilingual card has text in the language of the host country and in the immigrant's language of their foreign country and may celebrate the immigrant's Holiday. | 11-05-2009 |
Hal Fulton, Austin, TX US
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| 20100094875 | Method and system for classifying text - A content classification system, method and computer product is presented. In connection with the invention, a data structure is created by identifying a plurality of words and mapping each word to one or more categories. The data structure is indexed. An item of content is identified and classified based on the data structure. The classification includes identifying all one—or more—word combinations in the item of content; for each word of at least a pre-determined number of characters in length in each of the word combinations, identifying each of the categories to which it is mapped; and determining a weight for each of the words based on an inverse proportion to the number of categories to which it is mapped. | 04-15-2010 |
| 20100228629 | Method and System For Behavioral Classification - A plurality of pages viewed by a communications network user (e.g., an Internet user) are classified as pertaining to one of a plurality of topics. A count of each of the pages viewed by the communications network user for each of the topics is tracked, as is a recency with which each of the pages viewed by the communications network user was viewed for each of the topics. The communications network user is characterized as belonging to one or more behavioral segments based on the count and the recency. Advertisements are served to the communications network user based on at least advertising targeting parameters and the characterization. | 09-09-2010 |
| 20100228733 | Method and System For Semantic Distance Measurement - A system and method for performing classification using semantic distance measurements. Items of electronic content accessed by individuals over a global communications network are identified. A set of content that includes the plurality of identified items of electronic content are stored. The set of content is normalized. Each of the keywords contained the set of content is identified and a semantic distance between each of the identified keywords is measured. | 09-09-2010 |
James Fulton, Stony Brook, NY US
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| 20090059523 | Cabinet for electronic equipment - An electronic equipment cabinet is provided, which includes an upper portion, a lower portion and a support configured to receive electronic equipment. The bottom portion defines a base plenum configured to receive a low temperature gas and communicates with a gas flow distribution pathway, which includes a first plenum communicating with the base plenum and configured to direct the low temperature gas to the support. The gas flow distribution pathway further includes a second plenum configured to receive a high temperature gas flow from the support and direct the high temperature gas flow to the top portion. The top portion includes at least one fan configured to direct the high temperature gas flow from the gas flow distribution pathway. A temperature sensor senses the temperature of the high temperature gas flow and communicates with a control module to control the first plenum and the at least one fan for regulating temperature. | 03-05-2009 |
John K. Fulton, Bryantville, MA US
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| 20100169135 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ASSET BILLING RECONCILIATION MANAGEMENT - An approach is provided that includes assigning a unique identification to each individual of a plurality of individuals, compiling hierarchical data relating the individuals to each other, and collecting service data from one or more service providers relating to the plurality of individuals assigned with unique identifications, where the service data includes service charges associated with services provided to the plurality of individuals. Additionally, the hierarchical data and the service data are merged using the unique identifications to generate a table of service charges of the plurality of individuals in a hierarchical format. | 07-01-2010 |
John L. Fulton, Richland, WA US
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| 20090027996 | Method and Apparatus for Mixing Fluids - Described is a mixing device and method for mixing fluids. Fluids to be mixed are introduced into a near-critical or a supercritical fluid carrier fluid. A density gradient is generated in the carrier fluid upon introduction of a fluid to be mixed that induces a convective velocity that provides for rapid mixing. The invention has application in such commercial applications as semiconductor and wafer fabrication where rapid cycle times or rapid mixing of fluids is required and where low tolerances for residues are permitted. | 01-29-2009 |
| 20110159069 | Medical Implants and Methods of Making Medical Implants - A medical implant device having a substrate with an oxidized surface and a silane derivative coating covalently bonded to the oxidized surface. A bioactive agent is covalently bonded to the silane derivative coating. An implantable stent device including a stent core having an oxidized surface with a layer of silane derivative covalently bonded thereto. A spacer layer comprising polyethylene glycol (PEG) is covalently bonded to the layer of silane derivative and a protein is covalently bonded to the PEG. A method of making a medical implant device including providing a substrate having a surface, oxidizing the surface and reacting with derivitized silane to form a silane coating covalently bonded to the surface. A bioactive agent is then covalently bonded to the silane coating. In particular instances, an additional coating of bio-absorbable polymer and/or pharmaceutical agent is deposited over the bioactive agent. | 06-30-2011 |
| 20110238161 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ENHANCED ELECTROSTATIC DEPOSITION AND SURFACE COATINGS - This disclosure describes the application of a supplemental corona source to provide surface charge on submicrometer particles to enhance collection efficiency and micro-structural density during electrostatic collection. | 09-29-2011 |
John Robert Lewis Fulton, Royal Oak, MI US
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| 20080216775 | Automotive Coolant Pump Apparatus - An automotive coolant pump has movable vanes, which are adjustable as to their orientation in accordance with the temperature of the coolant, whereby the rate of coolant flow through the pump impeller accords with coolant temperature. A thermal-actuator is operated by a thermal-sensor, and serves to rotate a vanes-drive-ring to cause the vanes to change orientation in unison. The cooling system includes a bypass-port, which is open during warmup and closed once coolant has acquired working temperatures; the same thermal-actuator serves also to operate the bypass-port-blocker. Additionally, the same thermal-actuator may serve also to operate a radiator-port-blocker, which serves to block flow through the radiator during engine warmup. The vanes may be arranged to close completely together, and to be sealed at closure. Sealing is effected e.g by elastomeric sealing elements arranged on the appropriate surfaces of the vanes. The vanes lie sandwiched between top and bottom plates, which press the vanes with a small resilient force. The plates and vanes, together with a retainer, form a pre-assembly module. The vanes also are profiled to maximise efficiency over the range of orientations and conditions. | 09-11-2008 |
John W. Fulton, Annandale, VA US
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| 20110139257 | PASSIVE SOLIDS SUPPLY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING SOLIDS - A solids supply system having a solids deaeration zone and a solids pump zone, and a method for supplying the solids e.g., pulverized dry coal, to an application, e.g., gasification process. The solids deaeration zone includes a container having a passageway defined by one or more sloped walls. The solids deaeration zone is operable to deaerate and convey the solids to the solids pump zone. In the solids deaeration zone, the solids become sufficiently compacted prior to and upon entry into the solids pump zone to be effectively conveyed through the solids pump zone. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139583 | ACTIVE SOLIDS SUPPLY SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SUPPLYING SOLIDS - A solids supply systems having a solids deaeration zone and a solids pump zone, and to methods for supplying the solids e.g., pulverized dry coal, to an application, e.g., gasification process. The solids deaeration zone includes a roller system containing a plurality of porous roller assemblies, or a belt system containing a plurality of porous belt assemblies. The solids deaeration zone is operable to deaerate and convey the solids to the solids pump zone. In the solids deaeration zone, the solids become sufficiently compacted prior to and upon entry into the solids pump zone to be effectively conveyed through the solids pump zone. | 06-16-2011 |
John W. Fulton, Columbus, OH US
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| 20100002854 | COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK INTERFACE FOR USER FRIENDLY INTERACTIVE ACCESS TO ONLINE SERVICES - A method and a system for connecting a service provider and a user at a remote location relative to the service provider, via a network based telecommunications device, are provided. The method includes utilizing a network operable terminal for transmitting communications between the service provider and the user, employing a display screen depicting a user selectable options menu, corresponding with service functions offered by the service provider, and enabling the user to choose an option from the user selectable options menu to initiate a corresponding communication to the service provider. The system includes a user operable terminal including a user interface display screen with user selectable menu options that are changeable in accordance with differing modes of operation, an internal processing unit configured for providing at least one selectable menu option; and a gateway service platform configured for transmitting an option selected from the at least one selectable menu option to and from one of the user or the provider. | 01-07-2010 |
John William Fulton, Annandale, VA US
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| 20110291051 | Reactor With Reactor Head And Integrated Valve - A reactor with minimal dead volume especially suited to reverse-flow applications comprises: a) a reactor body; b) a first head engaged with said reactor body; c) a first conduit extending from outside said head to at least partially through said head; and d) a first valve in flow communication with said first conduit controlling fluid flow along a flow path extending from the first valve and through the reactor body. The reactor is especially suited for use in a process for rapid stream-switching of at least two streams in a reverse-flow reactor. | 12-01-2011 |
Joseph Stanley Fulton, Kinston, NC US
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| 20110232701 | MASTIC-LESS DISHWASHER PROVIDING INCREASING ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND INCLUDING A RECYCLABLE AND RECLAIMABLE TUB - Embodiments of a mastic-less dishwasher are provided. The dishwasher may include a mastic-less material coupled to the dishwasher door or walls of recyclable and/or reclaimable tub. The dishwasher is free of a mastic material such that during operation the dishwasher may provide greater energy efficiency than a dishwasher comprising a mastic material. The mastic-less material may be non-expandable and/or a mass dampener material. Further, related methods for assembling a dishwasher are also provided. | 09-29-2011 |
Justin Fulton, Fort Collins, CO US
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| 20080216774 | System For Producing A Hydrogen Enriched Fuel - A system for producing, dispensing, using and monitoring a hydrogen enriched fuel includes a producing system configured to produce the hydrogen enriched fuel, a vehicle having an engine configured to use the hydrogen enriched fuel, and a dispensing system configured to store and dispense the hydrogen enriched fuel into the vehicle. The system also includes a fuel delivery system on the vehicle configured to deliver the hydrogen enriched fuel to the engine, and a control system configured to control the producing system and to monitor the use of the hydrogen enriched fuel by the vehicle. A method includes the steps of producing hydrogen gas and a hydrocarbon fuel, blending the hydrogen gas and the hydrocarbon fuel into the hydrogen enriched fuel, using the hydrogen enriched fuel in the engine, and tracking emissions during the producing step and during the using step. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080263955 | System For Producing A Hydrogen Enriched Fuel | 10-30-2008 |
Keith Fulton, Dallas, TX US
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| 20120036071 | VERIFICATION METHODS FOR FRAUD PREVENTION IN MONEY TRANSFER RECEIVE TRANSACTIONS - A computer system is operated to prevent fraud in a money transfer receive transaction. A send transaction request is received from a sender for a money transfer including a send amount. The sender is prompted to select one or more security inputs to be supplied by a receiver for redemption of the money transfer. A send transaction record is stored with the selected one or more security inputs in a server. A receive transaction request is then received from the receiver. The receiver is prompted for the one or more security inputs set for redemption of the money transfer, and the provided one or more security inputs from the receiver are received. The received one or more security inputs are authenticated, and release of funds in the send amount is authorized if the received one or more security inputs are authenticated. | 02-09-2012 |
Kendell Fulton, Fenton, MI US
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| 20100031915 | Engine Oil Level Management System and Method of Assembling Engines in Vehicles - An oil level management system for a vehicle has an oil pan configured to contain oil and to be mountable to an engine block with a baffle extending transverse to the axis of rotation of the engine crankshaft when the oil pan is so mounted. The baffle is configured to partially define a first oil reservoir and a second oil reservoir, as well as an oil flow opening such that the oil reservoirs are in fluid communication with one another and are characterized by respective first and second oil levels within the pan. The second reservoir drains to the first reservoir when the engine is running and when the engine block and crankshaft are positioned on the vehicle with the axis of rotation tilted from horizontal. The first oil level is lower than the second oil level to avoid oil contact with the crankshaft. | 02-11-2010 |
Kevin R. Fulton, Howell, MI US
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| 20100122728 | Photovoltaic device using low iron high transmission glass with antimony and reduced alkali content and corresponding method - A high transmission low iron glass includes antimony, has reduced total alkali content, and increased silica content, and is suitable for use in photovoltaic devices (e.g., solar cells) or the like. A method of making the glass is also provided. In certain example embodiments, the glass composition may be made on a pattern line with a highly positive batch redox. | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100180939 | Heat treatable magnesium fluoride inclusive coatings, coated articles including heat treatable magnesium fluoride inclusive coatings, and methods of making the same - Certain example embodiments of this invention relate to optical coatings including magnesium fluoride and/or organosilane based coatings, which may be disposed on textured or un-textured substrates (e.g., glass substrates). Surprisingly and unexpectedly, the magnesium fluoride coatings are temperable, while the organosilane based coatings are low temperature heat treatable. Additionally, surprisingly and unexpectedly, such coatings on textured and un-textured glass surfaces result in superior transmission increases. | 07-22-2010 |
| 20110275506 | Low iron high transmission glass with boron oxide for improved optics, durability and refining, and corresponding method - This invention relates to a high transmission low iron glass that includes boron oxide. The boron oxide, added to this low iron glass, has the effect of improving glass refining, homogeneity and quality (lower seed count) through its flux action and improves glass optical parameters of green and clear glass through the change in refractive index and surface tension. Boron oxide lends to broader and weaker absorption band of such transition element(s) as iron which additionally improves the transmittance of low iron clear glass in certain example embodiments of this invention. In certain example embodiments, the addition of boron oxide in certain quantities in advantageous in that it improves the chemical durability of the glass by decreasing the USPX (or USPXIII) value of the glass via suppression of the silica, sodium ions in the glass structure. | 11-10-2011 |
Lawrence Henry Fulton, Cheyenne, WY US
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| 20090097925 | Pipe conveying system - A pipe conveyor system which operates to assemble and disassemble a plurality of pipes. | 04-16-2009 |
Matthew R. Fulton, Cambridge, MA US
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| 20090177996 | Method and system for rendering and delivering network content - In one embodiment, the present invention comprises a system and method for translating electronic data available through a computer network and transmitting that translated data to an electronic display device for accurate, non-obfuscated display. The present invention comprises providing a server in communication with a computer network that stores an executable software application therein for translating the electronic data for display. Next, the method comprises receiving a request for data at the server from a display device also in communication with the computer network. The server retrieves requested data from a source in communication with the computer network and translates the data into a format for display on the display device in accordance with the identified display characteristics and such that original content layout and interactive elements are therein preserved, and the server transmits the translated data display to the display device for electronic display. | 07-09-2009 |
Michael Fulton, Superior, CO US
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| 20100234897 | SPINAL PLATE ASSEMBLIES WITH BACKOUT PROTECTION CAP AND METHODS - A bone plate assembly includes a plate, at least one bone screw, and at least one cap member. The screw extends into a through hole of the plate and a head of the screw seats in the through hole. The plate includes an undercut slot adjacent to the through hole. The cap includes at least one tab member that extends radially outward. The cap is mounted in the through hole with the tab member positioned in the undercut slot to inhibit the screw from backing out of the plate. In some arrangements, the tab member is rotatable within the undercut slot from an unlocked position to a locked position. | 09-16-2010 |
| 20100241167 | SPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - The present invention provides spinous process implant and associated methods. In one aspect of the invention the implant limits the maximum spacing between the spinous processes. In another aspect of the invention, a spacer has at least one transverse opening to facilitate tissue in-growth. In another aspect of the invention, an implant includes a spacer and separate extensions engageable with the spacer. In another aspect of the invention, instrumentation for inserting the implant is provided. In other aspects of the invention, methods for treating spine disease are provided. | 09-23-2010 |
| 20100286486 | PEDICLE GUIDED RETRACTOR SYSTEM - There is disclosed a retractor system to facilitate surgical access to an intervertebral disc between an inferior vertebral body and a superior vertebral body. In an embodiment, the retractor system includes an elongate member having an anchor to attach to a pedicle of an inferior vertebral body with respect to an intervertebral disc. A retractor body has a collar to attach to the elongate member, slides coupled to the retractor body, and a pair of blades mounted to the slides. The blades have a proximal end and a distal end, a distance between the proximal end and the distal end of each one of the blades configured for displacing tissue for access to an intervertebral disc. An attachment portion is adjacent the proximal end of each one of the blades for attaching one of the slides thereto. Geometry of the blade end conforms to anatomy surrounding the pedicle. | 11-11-2010 |
| 20110054531 | SPINOUS PROCESS IMPLANTS, INSTRUMENTS, AND METHODS - Spinous process implants and associated methods are shown and described. In one aspect, the implant limits the maximum spacing between the spinous processes. In another aspect, a spacer has at least one transverse opening to facilitate tissue in-growth. In another aspect, an implant includes a spacer and separate extensions engageable with the spacer. The spacer is provided in a variety of lengths and superior to inferior surface spacings. In another aspect, an implant includes a spacer and a cerclage element offset from the midline of the spacer in use so that the spacer defines a fulcrum and the cerclage element is operative to impart a moment to the vertebrae about the spacer. In another aspect, instrumentation for inserting the implant is provided. In other aspects, methods for treating spine disease are provided. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110137345 | Posterior lumbar fusion - There is disclosed an interspinous attachment system for providing support between adjacent spinal levels. In an embodiment, an interspinous attachment system provides support between adjacent spinal levels and includes a crosslink, a first crosslink connector and a second crosslink connector each selectively attachable to spinal fixation rods, and an interspinous attachment device having a crosslink attachment portion and a spinous process attachment portion. In another embodiment, there is provided a method of attaching a crosslink to a pair of spinal fixation rods. The method includes tightening a set screw in a housing of each of the crosslink connectors to engage a crosslink, rotate the crosslink connectors with the set screw tightening, and engage the rods with the cross link through the rotation, wherein the tightening the set screw fixedly connects the ends of the crosslink and the rods together. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110166600 | INTERSPINSOUS IMPLANTS AND METHODS - The present invention provides spinous process implant and associated methods. In one aspect of the invention the implant limits the maximum spacing between the spinous processes. In another aspect of the invention, a spacer has at least one transverse opening to facilitate tissue in-growth. In another aspect of the invention, an implant includes a spacer and separate extensions engageable with the spacer. The spacer is provided in a variety of lengths and superior to inferior surface spacings. In another aspect of the invention, an implant includes a spacer and a cerclage element offset from the midline of the spacer in use so that the spacer defines a fulcrum and the cerclage element is operative to impart a moment to the vertebrae about the spacer. In another aspect of the invention, instrumentation for inserting the implant is provided. In other aspects of the invention, methods for treating spine disease are provided. | 07-07-2011 |
Mike Fulton, Canton, GA US
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| 20090320377 | Casement Window - A window rotatable about a pivot point to selectively cover and uncover an opening of a structure, and having at least one operable sash selectively movable within a channel to partially uncover the opening without requiring rotation of the window about the pivot point. The window is preferably configured to rotate inwardly about a top edge whereby the window is protected within the structure when the opening is uncovered by rotation of the window about the pivot point. | 12-31-2009 |
Nathaniel Fulton, Marietta, OH US
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| 20090032611 | PUMPING MECHANISM FOR FOUNTAIN - A floating fountain includes multiple pumps that combine respective outputs into a mixing chamber that is configured to disperse fluid and more specifically water through an outlet port. The pumps may be similar in power rating and configuration and may be connected to the mixing chamber via one or more conduits. Fluid is forced under pressure through the outlet and past a diverter for dispersing the fluid in an ornate manner. | 02-05-2009 |
Richard E. Fulton, Grand Junction, CO US
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| 20110288529 | AUGMENTED DELIVERY CATHETER AND METHOD - The present invention relates to a catheter apparatus with an anchoring device to stabilize the catheter tip when in use, such as when infusing, injecting, or delivering substances, devices or other catheters into a patient. The apparatus according to various embodiments deploys an anchoring device that stabilizes the catheter tip and enables adjustment of the blood flow during use. | 11-24-2011 |
| 20120022579 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR TREATING VENOUS DISEASES - The present invention relates generally to a medical device and method of use, and more specifically to a method and apparatus with coaxial components used to treat venous diseases. The apparatus according to various embodiments operates as an inferior vena cava filter, a clot puller, a clot shredder, and as a prosthetic venous valve. | 01-26-2012 |
R. Scott Fulton, Hudson, OH US
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| 20110175313 | HEAVY-DUTY AXLE-TO-BEAM CONNECTION - An axle-to-beam connection for axle/suspension systems includes a pair of U-bolt brackets that extend generally to or beyond a selected centerline of the axle. The U-bolt brackets are located a distance from one another so that the distance between the U-bolt brackets is equivalent to or preferably less than the outside diameter of the axle resulting in a slight deformation of the axle and a compressive preload between the axle and the U-bolt brackets when the axle is seated between the U-bolt brackets. A weld is placed between the U-bolt brackets and the axle at or beyond the horizontal centerline of the axle within the residual compressive stress field on the axle created by the interference fit of the axle into the U-boll brackets. Means for securing connection of the axle to the beam includes a U-boll or other similar means to provide additional locating support to the axle. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110221156 | HEAVY-DUTY AXLE/SUSPENSION SYSTEM - An air-ride beam-type axle/suspension system for a heavy-duty vehicle with a gross axle weight rating of greater than 23,000 lbs./axle includes a pair of transversely spaced beams. Each one of the beams includes inboard and outboard sidewalls. A large diameter axle extends between and is rigidly connected to the beams via a pair of axle-to-beam connections. Each one of the axle-to-beam connections includes a sleeve having an increased thickness rigidly connected to the axle and the beam. Each sleeve is formed with at least a front and a rear window located between the beam sidewalls. The inboard and/or outboard edges of the sleeve windows are spaced relatively far from the beam sidewalls. The sleeve windows are asymmetrically angled with respect to the horizontal centerline of the axle at design ride height. The axle/suspension system reduces weight while maintaining desired stiffness and durability of the axle/suspension system. | 09-15-2011 |
| 20120080573 | BRAKE SYSTEM COMPONENT AXLE MOUNT - A brake system component axle mount for a vehicle axle/suspension system includes an axle having at least one depression formed therein. A sleeve is formed with at least one depression and disposed about the axle so that the axle depression and the sleeve depression matingly engage one another to form a mated pair of depressions. A brake mount assembly is rigidly attached to the sleeve. A method of forming the brake system component axle mount includes providing an axle and disposing a sleeve about the axle. At least one mated pair of depressions is simultaneously formed in the axle and the sleeve. A brake mount assembly is rigidly attached to the sleeve. | 04-05-2012 |
Scott Fulton, Middleton, WI US
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| 20110014722 | SPIN COLUMN SYSTEM AND METHODS - The present invention provides a low bed-volume spin column system and methods of use. The system includes various combinations of spin columns with packed beds, a rack for holding the spin columns, a receiver plate that attaches to the rack and that has wells in registration with the spin columns held in the rack, a lid that attaches to the receiver plate and seals the spin columns, and an incubator block configured for accepting the wells of the receiver plate and for incubating the packed bed. The lid, spin columns, rack, receiver plate, and incubator block are preferably capable of being assembled in a nested configuration. In preferred versions of the invention, the rack is compatible with and attachable to conventional 96-well microplates. Further provided are methods of using the spin column system that include quantitatively purifying and analyzing an analyte, removing and preventing air entrainment within the packed bed, and incubating the packed bed while preventing drying thereof. | 01-20-2011 |
Scott P. Fulton, Middleton, WI US
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| 20100173330 | IMMUNOASSAY ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USE - The present invention relates to an improved system for efficiently and accurately performing immunoassays, such as ELISAs. The invention provides an immunoassay assembly which includes a flow-through unit and an aspiration pump. The immunoassay flow-through unit includes an outer seal; at least one bed support; an inner seal; and a packed non-porous bed. The unit is releasably attached to an aspiration pump which enables the controlled flow rate of liquid passing through the packed bed of the flow-through unit. The invention also provides a method of using the immunoassay assembly to identify analytical targets of interest. | 07-08-2010 |
| 20100323372 | IMMUNOASSAY ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USE - The present invention relates to an improved system for efficiently and accurately performing immunoassays, such as ELISAs. The invention provides an immunoassay assembly which includes a flow-through unit and an aspiration pump. The immunoassay flow-through unit includes an outer seal; at least one bed support; an inner seal; and a packed non-porous bed. The unit is releasably attached to an aspiration pump which enables the controlled flow rate of liquid passing through the packed bed of the flow-through unit. The invention also provides a method of using the immunoassay assembly to identify analytical targets of interest. | 12-23-2010 |
| 20110020919 | AUTOMATED LIQUID HANDLING DEVICE AND ASSOCIATED ASSAY UNIT - The present invention provides a novel system for efficiently and accurately analyzing targets in samples and for preparing samples for analysis with various analytical methods. A version of the present invention comprises a multi-function probe, configured for pipetting liquids directly, with a pipet tip, or with an assay unit described herein. Another version of the present invention includes an apparatus for conducting an immunoassay or selective adsorption separation comprising an assay unit and a multi-function probe. Another version of the present invention includes a multi-function probe and assay unit for use with an automated Cartesian robot. Other versions include one- or two-dimensional arrays comprising multi-function probes connected to syringe barrels for use with assay units. | 01-27-2011 |
Temple L. Fulton, Elizabethton, TN US
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| 20090083589 | Systems, devices, and/or methods for managing communications - Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, which can comprise a programmable logic controller (PLC). The system can comprise a serial communications port connected to the PLC. In certain exemplary embodiments, the system can comprise a controller adapted to enable a customer application program to access and control the serial communications port. | 03-26-2009 |
Timothy A. Fulton, Evansville, IN US
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| 20090211292 | VARIABLE ICE STORAGE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF USE - A variable ice storage assembly for a refrigerator includes a storage cavity adapted to receive ice from an ice maker. The storage assembly is positioned between a light emitter and a receiver of an ice level sensor. The storage assembly can be utilized in a non-reflecting configuration wherein the ice level sensor functions in a standard manner, or a reflecting configuration wherein the sensing level is effectively lowered within the storage assembly. In the reflecting configuration, first and second mirrored inserts, supported by respective insert portions on the storage assembly, cooperate with first and second reflecting plates on the storage assembly to redirect light from the emitter in a circuitous path. A user may position the mirrored inserts at various angles, depending on the level of ice desired within the storage assembly. The storage assembly may be utilized alone, or as in insert within an ice bucket. | 08-27-2009 |
| 20110132021 | MULTIFUNCTION DISPENSER ACTUATION PAD - A refrigerator includes refrigerator cabinet, a door attached to the refrigerator cabinet, an ice and water dispenser mounted at the door for dispensing ice and water through the door, the ice and water dispenser including a multifunction dispensing actuation pad having a plurality of actuation points and wherein ice or water is dispensed upon selectively applying a pressure to one of the plurality of actuation points on the dispensing actuation pad. A method of operating a refrigerator includes the steps of providing a refrigerator and selectively applying pressure to at least one of a plurality of actuation points on a dispensing actuation pad of the refrigerator to select an ice and water dispenser function. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110234074 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ROUTING UTILITIES IN A REFRIGERATOR - Disclosed in this application is a u-shaped grommet for use in a refrigerator. The grommet is fixed so as to allow wires to be routed towards an opening in the liner of the refrigerator, pass through the opening in the liner, and exit the grommet in the opposite direction as the wires entered. The grommet is preferably molded to the wires so that the combined product is inseparable from the wiring which it protects. The grommet is also described as a single piece grommet, although multiple piece grommets are anticipated. | 09-29-2011 |
Vaughn Fulton, Morristown, NJ US
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| 20090316755 | Virtual or Remote Transponder - A system and method for transmitting UAV position data to a central flight control center transmits UAV position data using a virtual transponder. A ground control station for controlling the UAV receives data from the UAV, including UAV position data. The UAV may provide GPS data, or corrected position data based on readings from an inertial navigation system. The ground control station transmits the UAV position data to a flight control center. | 12-24-2009 |
William H. Fulton, Newtown, CT US
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| 20090096474 | DIE DESIGN WITH INTEGRATED ASSEMBLY AID - Methods and systems for inserting and replacing swaged probe pins in a lower die portion of a head having an array of micro-holes for receiving the probe pins are disclosed. The methods and systems include the following: swaged probe pins including substantially cylindrical ends and a swaged center portion; and an assembly aid film including an array of slotted holes, each of the slotted holes including a substantially round portion for receiving the substantially cylindrical ends of the swaged probe pins and slot portions for receiving the swaged center portion of the swaged probe pins. The array of slotted holes is configured to properly align the swaged probe pins with the array of micro-holes. | 04-16-2009 |
William Harrison Fulton, White Slamon, WA US
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| 20110311328 | Locating Device for Use with Power Tools - A powered cutting tool for locating objects behind sheet material and subsequently cutting around the object. The tool incorporates at least one sensor having a transceiver emitting signal to detect at least one from the group of object density, conductivity, depth, and identification. The sensor is housed within a sensor unit that is affixed to the body of the cutting tool. The sensor unit can be integral with, or removable from, the cutting tool. A marking unit is used to mark the cutting area of the sheet material and is generally integral with, or located near, a sensor unit. Indicator members, such as lights, audio, and/or display screen, are used to provide information to the user. | 12-22-2011 |