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Alvaro Z. Gallegos, Albuquerque, NM US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080244931REPLACEABLE HEEL SYSTEM - The specification and drawing figures disclose, describe and claim replaceable heel system for footwear that includes a plurality of heel bodies. The heel bodies are interchangeably and demountably connectable to footwear. A rigid orthotic plate that is positionably insertable in the footwear for distributing forces longitudinally and laterally during use of the footwear. In one aspect, a compressible spring is positionable in the plurality of heel bodies to relieve pain during use of the footwear. In another embodiment opposing pressure connectable and detachable members are provided to demountably connect the heel bodies to the footwear. In an alternative aspect a flared plug and hollow receptacle are provided to demountably connect the heel bodies to the footwear.10-09-2008
20090133288FOOTWEAR WITH TWO-PLATE SYSTEM - The present invention relates to footwear which has improved shock absorbency due to cushioning within a two-plate system. The orthotic or upper plate and bottom plate are separated by cushioning. The orthotic plate preferably provides rigid support between heel and metatarsal region. The bottom plate may utilize multiple rigid segments whereby the toe region is flexible. The bottom plate may also have gripping elements which are permanently or removeably attachable to the plate to compensate for wear, or for a change in activities. The cushioning between the upper and bottom plates distributes force produced at individual points on the bottom plate over the entire upper plate, thereby eliminating pressure points on the foot.05-28-2009
20090183391RIGID ORTHOTIC WITH RESILIENT MEMBER - The specification and drawing figures disclose, describe and claim a rigid orthotic plate with a resilient member, the combination positionable into footwear. In at least one aspect, a resilient member is fixedly mounted on the rigid orthotic. In another aspect, the resilient member is removably mountable on the rigid orthotic plate. In yet another aspect, a plurality of resilient members is provided.07-23-2009

Patent applications by Alvaro Z. Gallegos, Albuquerque, NM US

Bernardo Gallegos, The Colony, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090091024Stable Gold Bump Solder Connections - A metallic interconnect structure (04-09-2009
20090302463SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING SUBSTRATE WITH DIFFERENTIALLY PLATED COPPER AND SELECTIVE SOLDER - A semiconductor device having an insulating substrate with differentially plated metal and selective solder. Chip 12-10-2009
20100007015INTEGRATED CIRCUIT DEVICE WITH IMPROVED UNDERFILL COVERAGE - An integrated circuit device (01-14-2010
20100007032FLIP CHIP SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING WORKPIECE ADHESION PROMOTER LAYER FOR IMPROVED UNDERFILL ADHESION - A semiconductor device assembly (01-14-2010
20100301493PACKAGED ELECTRONIC DEVICES HAVNG DIE ATTACH REGIONS WITH SELECTIVE THIN DIELECTRIC LAYER - A packaged electronic device including a package substrate having a top substrate surface including a die attach region including at least one land pad thereon and a first dielectric layer positioned lateral to the land pad and a non-die attach region. The non-die attach region includes a second dielectric layer, wherein a thickness of the second dielectric layer is>a thickness of the first dielectric layer by at least 5 μm. An IC die has a top semiconductor surface including active circuitry and at least one bonding conductor formed on the top semiconductor surface, and a bottom surface, wherein the bonding conductor of the IC die is joined to the land pad of the package substrate. An underfill layer is between the IC die and the die attach region.12-02-2010
20110108980STABLE GOLD BUMP SOLDER CONNECTIONS - A metallic interconnect structure (05-12-2011
20110177686Stable Gold Bump Solder Connections - A metallic interconnect structure (07-21-2011

Patent applications by Bernardo Gallegos, The Colony, TX US

David Gallegos, Norwalk, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090119863BRUSH COVER AND METHOD - A brush cover is provided with a retention mechanism for releasably securing a brush having a bristle portion on a distal end and an interconnected elongate handle proximal to the bristle portion. The brush cover includes an elongate sleeve having an outer surface, an inner surface, an open proximal end and an open distal end for receiving and withdrawing the brush relative to the elongated sleeve. The elongate sleeve of the brush cover also includes a retention mechanism. The retention mechanism is attached to the inner surface of the elongate sleeve and positioned within the elongate sleeve to intermittently contact an area of the elongate handle. The intermittent contact between the handle of the brush and the retention mechanism allows for the brush to be releasably secured within the elongate sleeve. The bristle portion of the brush is covered by the distal end of the elongate sleeve.05-14-2009

Edward M. Gallegos, Suwanee, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080277462CARTON AND CORRUGATED BOARD WITH VAPOR LINER - A click-lock re-closable carton is provided that may be simply and securely re-closed. According to one embodiment, the click-lock re-closable carton includes a pair of opposing side panels, a back panel joined to the side panels, a cover pivotally attached to the back panel having a pair of opposing side flanges, and a pair of locking tabs. The locking tabs may be on opposite side panels of the carton and may be offset from one another with respect to the back panel. The carton may be formed from a blank made of low moisture vapor transmission rate corrugated board. One liner face of the corrugated board may include a moisture-resistant extrudate partially absorbed into a first side of a fiberboard substrate, which is bonded to the microflute tips of the corrugated board.11-13-2008

Esteban Guillermo Gallegos, Dallas, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090171689Process and software for distribution of communications in a relational context utilizing the Internet - A process and software for the distribution of communications in a relational context utilizing the Internet with the steps of: Each person sends an electronic newsletter to their list of personal/business contacts, each person's profile is carried on the newsletter of the first level (Parent 1) person he is in relation to, each person's profile is carried on the newsletter of the second level (Parent 2) person he is in relation to, each person's profile is carried on the newsletter of the third level (Parent 3) person he is in relation to, each person's profile is carried on the newsletter of the fourth level (Parent 4) person he is in relation to, and each person's profile is carried on the newsletter of the fifth level (Parent 5) person he is in relation to.07-02-2009

Frank J. Gallegos, Santa Rosa, NM US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100018551Wind Turbine Tower Washing Apparatus and Method - A system and method for cleaning tapered towers such wind turbine towers. A semicircular member hugs the tower surface. A plurality of nozzles affixed to the semicircular member sprays high pressure cleaning fluid on the tower surface as the semicircular member is raised and lowered. The spray nozzles are kept at a constant distance from the tower surface by a plurality of wheels affixed to the semicircular member. At least one constricting structure is used to force the plurality of wheels to be in constant contact with the tower surface. The constricting structure can be a spring loaded scissor apparatus and/or a bungee cord with rolling beads. A brush can be optionally added to the semicircular member to aid in cleaning.01-28-2010

Hugo Israel Gallegos, Center Moriches, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090277486AUTOMATIC RETRACTABLE CANOPY FOR WHEELCHAIRS, SCOOTERS, AND THE LIKE - A folding canopy for a mobility device, such as a wheelchair or scooter, can be displaced, via switch activation, from a folded position behind the backrest to the operating position above the mobility device. In the folded position, the canopy and structural members are kept behind the backrest. A press of the switch located on the armrest activates an electric motor and drives a mechanical assembly comprising of: two gears a shaft and two U-shape tubular structural members attached to weather resistant upholstery. The canopy and structural members assemble directly above the vehicle. Another press of the switch retracts the canopy.11-12-2009

Jon Gallegos, Corona, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090292375SYSTEM AND METHOD TO FACILITATE CONFIGURATION OF A CONTROLLING DEVICE - A system and method wherein geographic data is used to configure a controlling device to control operations of a target device and/or to configure the controlling device to control tuning operations of a target device. The system additionally provides for the harmonization of controlling device configurations made on the controlling device and/or a remote computer.11-26-2009

Joseph A. Gallegos, Fountain Valley, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080279095REDUNDANT ROUTER AND RELATED METHODS - A router for routing data redundantly relative to a network. The router includes a circuit card having a processor, a user port for connecting at least one user device with the processor, and a plurality of interface ports for redundantly connecting the processor with the network to provide active redundant communication with the user device(s). This router can have a small form factor, can be ruggedized, and can provide fast redundant routing through redundant network backbones.11-13-2008
20100325310REDUNDANT ROUTING OF DATA IN A NETWORK - A router for routing data redundantly relative to a network. The router includes a circuit card having a processor, a user port for connecting at least one user device with the processor, and a plurality of interface ports for redundantly connecting the processor with the network to provide active redundant communication with the user device(s). This router can have a small form factor, can be ruggedized, and can provide fast redundant routing through redundant network backbones.12-23-2010

Joseph A. Gallegos, Dallas, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100041241HIGH DENSITY PLASMA DIELECTRIC DESPOSITION FOR VOID FREE GAP FILL - A process for void free deposition of dielectric films over high aspect ratio structures using HDP CVD. In a dielectric liner deposition step and the etch to deposition ratio is increased and the deposition pressure is reduced to reduce the aspect ratio of the gap and to deposit a dielectric sidewall on the gap with a significant slope.02-18-2010

Juan M. Gallegos US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090213602LIGHT-EMITTING DEVICE FOR THE INTERIOR OF A VEHICLE WITH MUSIC SYNCHRONIZATION - An illuminating apparatus shows music effects with light sequences in a vehicle. The apparatus includes a support structure that is installable on an electrical socket. A switch on the base structure activates the apparatus. A transparent container with cut-outs surrounds the base structure and includes a white light activated by the switch. A direct current motor has an axle configured to rotate the base structure within the container. A circuit board is attached to the axle enables rotation of the circuit board within the container. The circuit board can activate sequences of light upon detection of a music signal and can detect a signal from a remote control. Light emitting sources are operably connected to the circuit board to rotate with the circuit board and to project light through the container. A remote control comprises buttons for controlling apparatus operational functions.08-27-2009

Mark Gallegos, Clearfield, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110308667Canning Funnel - A canning funnel may comprise a funnel portion; the funnel portion may comprise a conical mouth portion, and a stem portion, and an annular ring, in which the stem portion and annular ring define a channel, and in which the channel is configured to fit a plurality of diameters of container openings.12-22-2011

Mazon W. Gallegos, Marysville, WA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100240466Cue chalk label with scuffing device - The present invention provides a chalk label as a scuffing device for a billiard cue chalk. The device includes a multilayered billiard chalk label with an exposed portion of scuffing surface intended for the use of scuffing a billiard cue tip so the chalk can adhere better.09-23-2010

Miguel Gallegos, Salt Lake City, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090295119Wheelchair advantage mobility system - A wheelchair propulsion and braking system (12-03-2009

Miguel Gallegos, Turlock, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100187888Seat Cushion With Recessed Region To Provide Spinal Decompression - A seat cushion for use with a seat, chair, or bench. The cushion is provided with a strategically located recessed region, to provide spinal decompression for the user. The recessed region is located in the central, rear portion of the cushion, along the fore and aft axis of the cushion. The recessed region is further contained entirely within the periphery of the cushion, so that the portion of the cushion between the recessed region and the rear edge of the cushion provides support for the user. The depth of the recessed region is sufficient to allow spinal decompression, but it need not extend entirely through the thickness of the cushion. A number of configurations for the cutout, and applications for the seat cushion, are disclosed. Also disclosed are chair, bench, and seat constructions incorporating the seat cushion and providing its spinal decompression feature.07-29-2010

Nicky G. Gallegos, Westminster, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120105001SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR BATTERY MANAGEMENT - A battery management system includes several subsystem blocks, an Energy Storage Master unit, and several battery pack systems. The Energy Storage Master may interface with the Vehicle Master Controller by way of CAN or other communication method to an External Charger. Each battery module within a battery pack may include a Local Module Unit which may communicate with a Pack Master. The Pack Master may communicate with and may be controlled by the Energy Storage Master. Thus, there is a processor to monitor groups of battery cells, a second processor to collect further information about the cell groups, and a third module that takes high-level information from each cell group processor to process and pass on to other vehicle controllers or charger controllers. An integrated BMS may enable cell monitoring, temperature monitoring, cell balancing, string current monitoring, and charger control integration.05-03-2012

Phillip L. Gallegos, Albuquerque, NM US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100127433Methods and Systems for Integrating Fluid Dispensing Technology With Stereolithography - An integrated system and method of integrating fluid dispensing technologies (e.g., direct-write (DW)) with rapid prototyping (RP) technologies (e.g., stereolithography (SL)) without part registration comprising: an SL apparatus and a fluid dispensing apparatus further comprising a translation mechanism adapted to translate the fluid dispensing apparatus along the Z-, Y- and Z-axes. The fluid dispensing apparatus comprises: a pressurized fluid container; a valve mechanism adapted to control the flow of fluid from the pressurized fluid container; and a dispensing nozzle adapted to deposit the fluid in a desired location. To aid in calibration, the integrated system includes a laser sensor and a mechanical switch. The method further comprises building a second part layer on top of the fluid deposits and optionally accommodating multi-layered circuitry by incorporating a connector trace. Thus, the present invention is capable of efficiently building single and multi-material SL fabricated parts embedded with complex three-dimensional circuitry using DW.05-27-2010

Ramon S. Gallegos, Moreno Valley, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090046616SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSERTING BREAK-IN SIGNALS IN COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS - A system and method are provided for transmitting signals while facilitating channel-specific signal insertion to local user terminals. In one mode, a communication device may operate to transmit signals from a remote signal source (via a communication network infrastructure) to one or more local user terminals. In a second, the communication device may insert a locally-obtained break-in signal into one or more downlink communication channels, and/or bands, thereby providing the break-in signal to one or more specific local user terminals. In this manner, communications over a communication channel to a local user terminal may be interrupted by or mixed with an inserted break-in signal to the user terminal. Additionally, the communication device may also operate to establish bidirectional communications between a local operator and one or more user terminals as well as relay communications between two or more local user terminals while bypassing the conventional network infrastructure.02-19-2009
20090046624SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSERTING BREAK-IN SIGNALS IN COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS - A system and method are provided for transmitting signals while facilitating channel-specific signal insertion to local user terminals. In one mode, a communication device may operate to transmit signals from a remote signal source (via a communication network infrastructure) to one or more local user terminals. In a second, the communication device may insert a locally-obtained break-in signal into one or more downlink communication channels, and/or bands, thereby providing the break-in signal to one or more specific local user terminals. In this manner, communications over a communication channel to a local user terminal may be interrupted by or mixed with an inserted break-in signal to the user terminal. Additionally, the communication device may also operate to establish bidirectional communications between a local operator and one or more user terminals as well as relay communications between two or more local user terminals while bypassing the conventional network infrastructure.02-19-2009

Rosa Gallegos, Sylmar, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110319907Cochlear Implant System with Removable Stylet - A cochlear implant system includes a cochlear electrode array which has a flexible body with a distal end, a plurality of electrodes supported along a length of the flexible body, and a lumen formed in the flexible body. The cochlear implant system also includes a stiffening stylet which is fully inserted into the lumen prior to insertion of the electrode array into the cochlea. The stiffening stylet is configured such the stylet does not extend to the distal end of the flexible body and remains stationary within the lumen to prevent buckling of the electrode array during insertion of the electrode array through a cochleostomy and into the cochlea. The stiffening stylet is configured to be withdrawn from the lumen after the electrode array is positioned within the cochlea. A method for implanting an electrode array into a cochlea is also provided.12-29-2011
20110319909TOOLS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR INSERTING AN ELECTRODE ARRAY PORTION OF A LEAD INTO A BODILY ORIFICE - Exemplary insertion tools, systems, and methods for inserting an electrode array portion of a lead into a bodily orifice are described herein. An exemplary insertion tool includes a handle assembly, a slider assembly, a retractor assembly disposed at least partially within the handle assembly, and a rocker lever. The retractor assembly may include a stiffening member configured to be inserted into the electrode array portion and a spring-loaded retractor member coupled at a proximal end of the stiffening member. The spring-loaded retractor member may be configured to move from a distal position to a proximal position to at least partially retract the stiffening member from the electrode array portion. The rocker lever may be configured to selectively retain the spring-loaded retractor member in the distal position. Corresponding tools, systems, and methods are also described.12-29-2011
20110319974TOOLS, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR INSERTING AN ELECTRODE ARRAY PORTION OF A LEAD INTO A BODILY ORIFICE - Exemplary insertion tools, systems, and methods for inserting an electrode array portion of a lead into a bodily orifice are described herein. An exemplary insertion tool includes a handle assembly, a retractor assembly disposed at least partially within the handle assembly, and a slider assembly disposed at least partially within the handle assembly. The retractor assembly may include a stiffening member configured to be inserted into an electrode array portion and a spring-loaded retractor member coupled to the stiffening member and configured to move from a distal position to a proximal position to at least partially retract the stiffening member from the electrode array portion. The slider assembly may be configured to selectively retain the spring-loaded retractor member and further configured to release the spring-loaded retractor member to move from the distal position to the proximal position in response to actuation by a user of the slider assembly.12-29-2011