Gilbert, FL
Bernard S. Gilbert, Palm Bay, FL US
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20080231504 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROCESSING COMPLEX INTERFEROMETRIC SAR DATA - A computer system for processing interferometric synthetic aperture radar (SAP) images includes a database for storing SAR images to be processed, and a processor for processing interferometric SAR images from the database. The processing includes receiving first and second complex SAR data sets of a same scene, with the second complex SAR data set being offset in phase with respect to the first complex SAR data set. Each complex SAR data set includes a plurality of pixels. An interferogram is formed based on the first and second complex SAR data sets for providing a phase difference therebetween. A complex anisotropic diffusion algorithm is applied to the interferogram. The interferogram includes a real and an imaginary part for each pixel. A shock filter is applied to the interferogram. The processing further includes performing a two-dimensional variational phase unwrapping on the interferogram after application of the shock filter. | 09-25-2008 |
David M. Gilbert, Tallahassee, FL US
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20090062140 | METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING CELLS BASED ON DNA REPLICATION DOMAIN TIMING PROFILES - Methods for identifying and/or distinguishing a homogeneous population of cells based on their replication domain timing profile using high resolution genomic arrays or sequencing procedures are provided. These methods may be used to compare the replication timing profile for a population of cells to another replication timing profile(s), a replication timing fingerprint, and/or one or more informative segments of a replication timing fingerprint, which may be simultaneously or previously determined and/or contained in a database, to determine whether there is a match between them. Based on such information, the identity of the population of cells may be determined, or the identity of the population of cells may be distinguished from other populations of cells or cell types. Methods for determining a replication timing fingerprint for particular cell types are also provided. | 03-05-2009 |
20120322675 | GENOME-SCALE ANALYSIS OF REPLICATION TIMING - Methods for identifying and/or distinguishing a homogeneous population of cells based on their replication domain timing profile using high resolution genomic arrays or sequencing procedures are provided. These methods may be used to compare the replication timing profile for a population of cells to another replication timing profile(s), a replication timing fingerprint, and/or one or more informative segments of a replication timing fingerprint, which may be simultaneously or previously determined and/or contained in a database, to determine whether there is a match between them. Based on such information, the identity of the population of cells may be determined, or the identity of the population of cells may be distinguished from other populations of cells or cell types. Methods for determining a replication timing fingerprint for particular cell types are also provided. | 12-20-2012 |
20130184998 | REPLICATION TIMING PROFILES FOR LEUKEMIA AND OTHER CANCERS - Described is a method for determining that a population of cells are a specific type of leukemic cell based on the replication timing fingerprint for the population of cells. | 07-18-2013 |
20140149048 | FINGERPRINT FOR CELL IDENTITY AND PLURIPOTENCY - A method for determining a replication timing footprint comprises the following steps: (a) selecting a set of chosen regions of the replication timing profile of a chromosome of an individual, (b) choosing a set of selected regions from the set of chosen regions to form a set of selected regions and a set of unused regions, (c) conducting a iterative algorithm on the set of selected regions until a domain number for the set of selected regions has decreased to a predetermined minimum, (d) determining a replication timing footprint based the set of selected regions after step (c) has been conducted, and (e) displaying the replication timing footprint to a user. | 05-29-2014 |
20140243221 | METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING CELLS BASED ON DNA REPLICATION DOMAIN TIMING PROFILES - Methods for identifying and/or distinguishing a homogeneous population of cells based on their replication domain timing profile using high resolution genomic arrays or sequencing procedures are provided. These methods may be used to compare the replication timing profile for a population of cells to another replication timing profile(s), a replication timing fingerprint, and/or one or more informative segments of a replication timing fingerprint, which may be simultaneously or previously determined and/or contained in a database, to determine whether there is a match between them. Based on such information, the identity of the population of cells may be determined, or the identity of the population of cells may be distinguished from other populations of cells or cell types. Methods for determining a replication timing fingerprint for particular cell types are also provided. | 08-28-2014 |
20150203907 | GENOME CAPTURE AND SEQUENCING TO DETERMINE GENOME-WIDE COPY NUMBER VARIATION - Provided herein is a capture library for target enrichment of sequences of interest from a genome DNA sample. The capture library comprises a plurality of capture oligos tiling a plurality of capture regions evenly-spaced along a genome. Each two adjacent capture regions of the plurality capture regions are separated by a spacing of about 6 to about 14 kilobases in length. The plurality of capture regions has a size of about 150 base pairs in length. Further, each capture oligo of the plurality of capture oligos comprises average 70 nucleotides in length. The capture libraries are suitable for enriching about 150 base pairs region approximately every 10 kilobases in a genome DNA. This capture library can be used to measure replication timing and copy number variation in human pediatric acute lymphocytic leukemia samples, and is also broadly applicable to any CNV application. | 07-23-2015 |
Gene Gilbert, Kissimmee, FL US
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20090114689 | Removable storage tub apparatus for a marine vessel - A removable storage tube for a marine vessel includes a hatch frame shaped to fitted in a hatch opening in a marine vessel. The hatch frame has a plurality of spaced downwardly angled notches spaced around the interior edge of the frame. A tub has an open top and a rim portion around the open top and is shaped to fit into the hatch frame. The tub has a plurality of attachment lugs on the rim portion, each lug has a pair of downwardly converging exterior sides sized to wedge into one of the hatch frame notches. Each hatch frame notch has a pair of downwardly converging interior sides, each having an outwardly angled exterior edge while each tub lug has a pair downwardly converging exterior sides each having an outwardly angled exterior edge sized to wedge into a hatch frame notch so that a hatch tub is removably mounted in a marine vessel hatch. The hatch frame has a hatch door hingedly attached thereto for closing the hatch with or without the storage tub therein. | 05-07-2009 |
Gregory A. Gilbert, Jupiter, FL US
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20140075754 | SYSTEM METHOD FOR MACHINING AIRCRAFT COMPONENTS - A method for manufacturing an aircraft component according to one embodiment of this disclosure includes providing a machining system including a controller, at least one sensor, and a tool for machining. The method further includes providing an aircraft component, and machining the aircraft component with the tool based on feedback from the at least one sensor. | 03-20-2014 |
Jeffrey A. Gilbert, Key Largo, FL US
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20130266361 | Disposable Toothbrush Having an Internal Toothpaste Cartridge - A disposable toothbrush having a handle connected to a extendable support arm that is connected to a brush head. The brush head has bristles attached thereto and a delivery port formed within the brush head between an underside of the brush head and a top of the brush head adjacent a cavity holding the toothpaste gel. This toothpaste gel sitting atop a concavity on top of the brush head. A thin deformable plastic cap is attached to the brush head such that it surrounds the toothpaste gel. Further, the handle is hollow and permits the insertion of the support arm therein. | 10-10-2013 |
Jeffrey A. Gilbert, St. Petersburg, FL US
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20130165068 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING MULTIPARTY PARTICIPATION AND MANAGEMENT FOR A TEXT MESSAGE SESSION - A method and apparatus provides for multiparty participation and management in text messaging sessions. The method includes a server establishing a text messaging session, which establishes a media path for exchanging text messages between a caller device and a single device having a device identifier known to the caller device, wherein the session is established in response to a call from the caller device. The server further joins multiple responding devices to the text messaging session, receives text messages from the multiple responding devices, and sends, over the media path to the caller device, a set of text messages based on the text messages received from the multiple responding devices. | 06-27-2013 |
Michael A. Gilbert, Seminole, FL US
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20100172115 | APPARATUS FOR ELECTROMAGENTICALLY SHIELDING A PORTION OF A CIRCUIT BOARD - An apparatus for electrically shielding electronic components is provided. The apparatus includes a circuit board having a first surface with a plurality of electronic components mounted on the first surface, the first surface having a first region and a second region. The circuit board comprises a ground plane and a trace on the first surface coupled to at least one electronic component in the first region and coupled to at least one electronic component in the second region. The circuit board also comprising a strip of conductive material on the first surface, the strip of conductive material forming a perimeter around the first region of the circuit board, the strip of conductive material coupled to the ground plane, the strip of conductive material defining at least one gap wherein the trace is oriented through the at least one gap. Additionally, a first filtering device is coupled to the trace on a first side of the gap. The apparatus also includes a cover composed of a conductive material for the first region of the circuit board. The cover comprises a contact surface configured to contact the strip of conductive material on the circuit board. The contact surface has at least one notch. The at least one gap of the circuit board is configured to align with the at least one notch of the cover when the cover is installed on the circuit board. | 07-08-2010 |
20110292967 | HIGH RESOLUTION MEASUREMENT OF THERMISTOR THERMOMETRY SIGNALS WITH WIDE DYNAMIC RANGE - A thermistor amplifier device comprising a first amplifier and a second amplifier is provided. The first amplifier generates an analog temperature signal output based on a voltage across at least one thermistor. The second amplifier generates an offset voltage input to the first amplifier, wherein the offset voltage is based on maintaining the analog temperature signal within a predefined voltage range. The second amplifier selects the offset voltage corresponding to one of a plurality of range levels, wherein each of the plurality of range levels is associated with a temperature range of the at least one thermistor. | 12-01-2011 |
Richard Gilbert, Tampa, FL US
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20090131994 | Passive Electric Field Focus System for In Vivo and In Vitro Applications - The present invention provides a system and method of directing, focusing, or concentrating electrical charges within a defined electric field so that these charges can be used to exert forces on cells and tissues in vivo and/or cell cultures in vitro. The present invention reduces and/or eliminates the damage at a target site that would normally be caused by an electrode that acts as a current source or sink to accomplish the same task. | 05-21-2009 |
Richard Gilbert, Temple Terrace, FL US
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20150209582 | PASSIVE ELECTRIC FIELD FOCUS SYSTEM FOR IN VIVO AND IN VITRO APPLICATIONS - The present invention provides a system and method of directing, focusing, or concentrating electrical charges within a defined electric field so that these charges can be used to exert forces on cells and tissues in vivo and/or cell cultures in vitro. The present invention reduces and/or eliminates the damage at a target site that would normally be caused by an electrode that acts as a current source or sink to accomplish the same task. | 07-30-2015 |
Rick Gilbert, Clearwater, FL US
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20080200868 | DIALYSIS SYSTEM HAVING VIDEO DISPLAY WITH AMBIENT LIGHT ADJUSTMENT - A medical therapy machine includes: an enclosure; a medical therapy machine component located inside the enclosure; a video monitor supported by the enclosure and displaying at least one of information and indicia relating to the medical therapy; an ambient light sensor positioned with respect to the enclosure so as to be able to sense a level of ambient light impinging the enclosure; and a logic implementor configured to control a level of backlight brightness for the video monitor based on the level of ambient light sensed by the sensor. | 08-21-2008 |
20090012449 | FLUID DELIVERY SYSTEM WITH AUTOCONNECT FEATURES - A fluid dispensing machine, such as a peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis machine, includes a dispenser or cassette that pumps a medical fluid for dialysis or other treatments for patients. The machine includes and uses an autoconnect device for connecting containers of liquid, such as bags of dialysis fluid or medication fluids, to the machine, while maintaining the sterility of the connection. The autoconnect device removes the cap from the fluid bag and pierces the scaling membrane on tubing from the bag. This makes it easier for patients to receive treatment, especially home treatment. Other embodiments are useful for dispensing other liquids from other types of dispensing or pumping machines. | 01-08-2009 |
20110230822 | MEDICAL FLUID MACHINE WITH SUPPLY AUTOCONNECTION - A medical fluid machine with supply autoconnection, the machine comprising: a cassette-receiving wall; a disposable cassette held firmly by the wall, the disposable cassette including a port spike, the port spike fitted with a spike cap; a translating shuttle including a channel sized to hold a portion of a supply tube and including a fixture for releasably holding a supply tube end; a supply tube including an end configured to be releasably held by the fixture of the channel of the translating shuttle, the supply tube fitted with a supply tube cap; a cap removal device selectively positionable between the disposable cassette and the translating shuttle; and a controller programmed to (i) translate the shuttle holding the supply tube at the supply tube end towards the disposable cassette, so that the cap removal device is likewise moved towards the disposable cassette and the spike cap of the disposable cassette is engaged, (ii) translate the shuttle holding the supply tube at the supply tube end away from the disposable cassette and the cap removal device, so that the cap removal device can pull the spike cap off of the port spike and the tube cap off of the tube end, and (iii) translate the shuttle back towards the disposable cassette to allow the port spike of the cassette to spike the tube end. | 09-22-2011 |
Rick Gilbert, Palm Harbor, FL US
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20090054873 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING FLEXIBLE TUBING - A laser strikes and aseptically heats or sterilizes the end of two flexible tube ends for connection. Tube holders are pushed toward each other to bring the tube ends into contact. A weld detector checks the characteristics of the weld. A laser optics assembly may be used to chance the direction of the lacer and focus the laser at the tube ends. In addition, a crimping device is used to compress a single flexible tube for disconnection. The laser strikes the compressed area. The crimping device continues to pinch the area and forms a seal in the tube. The tube is separated into two tube segments, each segment has a sealed end. | 02-26-2009 |
20150014249 | METHOD OF CONTROLLING MEDICAL FLUID THERAPY MACHINE BRIGHTNESS - A method of controlling a medical fluid therapy machine display brightness includes: performing a medical fluid therapy using the medical fluid therapy machine, the medical fluid therapy machine including a display; sensing an amount of ambient light impinging the display without receiving light directly from the display; controlling a level of backlight brightness for the display based on the amount of ambient light sensed; and displaying information relating to the medical fluid therapy on the display using the controlled level of backlight brightness. | 01-15-2015 |
Scott R. Gilbert, Marco Island, FL US
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20130327817 | FLORAL SLEEVE WITH HANDLE - A sleeve has an open top and side edges. One or more handles are defined by perforations that extend inward from the side edges and can terminate with a stress concentration-reducing shape. The handles may be tapered. The handles may include a reinforcing weld formed by an extension of the bottom seal of adjacent, oppositely oriented sleeves. | 12-12-2013 |