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Aj Gregory, Camas, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110055328	SELECTIVE ACCESS OF MULTI-RATE DATA FROM A SERVER AND/OR PEER - Aspects of the disclosed subject matter are directed to facilitating peer-to-peer data exchange in a common domain. In accordance with one embodiment, a method is provided for obtaining content from one or more peers that are connected to the domain. The method includes registering a peer with a super-peer when a connection to the domain is established. Then, the connecting peer obtains data that describes various network conditions and identifies chunks of content available from other peers. In downloading content from other peers, heuristics are applied to select between available chunks that are potentially encoded at different bitrates. The heuristics account for the network conditions between peers and balance the potential need to quickly access content with the desire to obtain high quality content.	03-03-2011

Arthur Jason Gregory, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100124937	METHOD OF CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT USING A SHORT RANGE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK - A method and system are disclosed for managing customer relationships, in part using a short range communications network. A business entity service center may include a Bluetooth station for detecting Bluetooth devices within range of the service. Once the station detects a Bluetooth device within range, the user of the device is given the opportunity to subscribe to the system. Once a customer subscribes to the system, the next time the customer's Bluetooth device is detected within range of the entity service center, a variety of personalized customer services may be performed for that customer. For example personalized welcome messages and/or discount offers may be sent to the detected Bluetooth device.	05-20-2010

Bill Gregory, Fort Lauderdale, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110092835	WIRELESS ECG SYSTEM - A wireless monitoring system and, more particularly, a wireless monitoring system for detecting and transmitting physiological data. The present invention detects physiological data relating to a patient's cardiac activity and respiration rate and transmits the data to a remote base station via telemetry. The base station processes the data so that the data can be display by an ECG monitor.	04-21-2011
20110160604	WIRELESS ECG SYSTEM - A wireless monitoring system and, more particularly, a wireless monitoring system for detecting and transmitting physiological data. The present invention detects physiological data relating to a patient's cardiac activity and respiration rate and transmits the data to a remote base station via telemetry. The base station processes the data so that the data can be display by an ECG monitor.	06-30-2011

Bruce Gregory US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110089689	Dynamically Tuned Wave Energy Converter - A wave energy converter comprises a pitching floating vessel and means for converting the pitching motion to electrical power.	04-21-2011

Bryce A. Gregory, Binghamton, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090076664	CONTROL SYSTEM FOR A PALLET TRUCK - A control system for controlling motion of a pallet truck vehicle includes three modes of operation for controlling coasting of the vehicle. In a first, constant pressure mode, the vehicle coasts for as long as an activation button is depressed. In a second, time controlled mode, the vehicle coasts for a predetermined period of time. In the third, distance controlled mode, the vehicle coasts for a predetermined distance. Each of these functions can be activated from a remote location using a remote activation device.	03-19-2009
20090166110	MATERIAL HANDLING VEHICLE INCLUDING INTEGRATED HYDROGEN STORAGE - A material handling vehicle incorporating integrated hydrogen storage is disclosed. The vehicle comprises a tank configured to contain hydrogen and a fuel cell coupled to the tank for receiving hydrogen from the tank and converting the hydrogen to an electric current. In various embodiments, a mast for manipulating a load, an overhead guard covering an operator area, and/or a chassis comprise a tank configured to contain hydrogen. The tank may be coupled to, integral with, and/or within the mast, overhead guard, and/or chassis and may contain a solid hydrogen carrier, gaseous hydrogen, and or liquid hydrogen.	07-02-2009

Carl A. Gregory, Temple, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100247494	Compositions of Mesenchymal Stem Cells to Regenerate Bone - The present invention encompasses an osteogenic composition comprising mesenchymal stem cells pre-cultured in the presence of an agent that accelerates canonical Wnt signaling therein. Also, provided are osteogenic compositions incorporated into a biocompatible gel. The present invention provides methods for treating bone degeneration or injury associated with a pathophysiological condition in a mammal or for accelerating repair of a skeletal injury in a mammal by administering to the mammal or contacting the site of injury with the osteogenic composition.	09-30-2010

Carolyn A. Gregory, Tega City, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080242624	Cyclin D Polynucleotides, Polypeptides and Uses Thereof - The invention provides isolated polynucleotides, specifically Cyclin D polynucleotides, and their encoded proteins that are involved in cell cycle regulation. The invention further provides recombinant expression cassettes, host cells, transgenic plants, and antibody compositions. The present invention provides methods and compositions relating to altering cell cycle protein content and/or composition of plants for the purpose of increasing transformation efficiency.	10-02-2008

Carolyn A. Gregory, Tega Cay, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100285591	CYCLIN D POLYNUCLEOTIDES, POLYPEPTIDES AND USES THEREOF - The invention provides isolated polynucleotides, specifically Cyclin D polynucleotides, and their encoded proteins that are involved in cell cycle regulation. The invention further provides recombinant expression cassettes, host cells, transgenic plants, and antibody compositions. The present invention provides methods and compositions relating to altering cell cycle protein content and/or composition of plants for the purpose of increasing transformation efficiency.	11-11-2010
20110167522	CYCLIN D POLYNUCLEOTIDES, POLYPEPTIDES AND USES THEREOF - The invention provides isolated polynucleotides, specifically Cyclin D polynucleotides, and their encoded proteins that are involved in cell cycle regulation. The invention further provides recombinant expression cassettes, host cells, transgenic plants, and antibody compositions. The present invention provides methods and compositions relating to altering cell cycle protein content and/or composition of plants for the purpose of increasing transformation efficiency.	07-07-2011

Christopher Gregory, Newtown, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100174253	Ostomy Appliance - A stoma adapter is described that is especially suited to a recessed stoma or a flush stoma. The stoma adapter effectively extends the discharge passage from the stoma, protects peristomal skin, and forms a bridge at the interface between the stoma and an ostomy appliance. The stoma adapter contains a substantially unobstructed discharge passage, at least for effluent flowing in a discharge direction. The stoma adapter includes a seal for sealing against the bowel wall. The stoma adapter has collapsing, expanding, flexible and reinforced designs.	07-08-2010

Christopher Gregory, Wrightstown, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110040231	TEMPORARY OSTOMY APPLIANCE - A temporary ostomy appliance is disclosed, including a catheter for extending through the abdominal wall into the intestine. The catheter may be a transcecal catheter for extending through the cecal valve into the ileum. A portion of a catheter that extends through the cecal valve is made collapsible when the catheter is empty. The collapsed portion expands to permit passage of effluent. A balloon carried on the catheter is preformed with a shape and size in order to permit inflation without elastic stretching of the balloon wall material. A filament is provided for permitting a portion of the catheter to be fastened to internal body tissue by surgical sutures or staples. In order to release the fastening without further surgery, the filament is withdrawn by pulling on a proximal portion outside the body.	02-17-2011

Christopher Gregory, Shorewood, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090264791	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EARLY BREAST CANCER DETECTION USING ELECTRICAL PROPERTY ENHANCED TOMOGRAPHY - A system and method for detecting cancerous tissue in a subject is provided. More specifically, the present invention provides a system and method for non-invasively identifying cancerous regions in breast tissue. The system includes a sensor system, a drive system, and a processor. The sensor system includes a sensor plate and, similarly, the drive system includes a drive plate. A time-varying voltage is applied to the drive plate and induced currents are subsequently measured by the sensor plate. Signals indicative of an induced current are then acquired and analyzed by the processor to determine the spatial location of anomalous regions. Subsequently, the anomalous regions are characterized as either cancerous or non-cancerous.	10-22-2009

Christopher Gregory, Skillman, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100121291	STOMA CLOSURE - A stoma closure that includes a conformable portion for conforming to an individual's stoma. The conformable portion includes a sack containing particles. The conformable portion may include a gel that may be loose or be at least partly contained in a sack. The conformable portion may include foam. The conformable portion may be configured to permit venting of flatus, while obstructing the passage of liquid/solid stool.	05-13-2010

Christopher D. Gregory, Potomac Falls, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100284323	HIGHLY INTEGRATED VERY SMALL APERTURE TERMINAL (VSAT) APPARATUS AND METHOD - A method, and a VSAT capable of being configured for such a method, of configuring a VSAT, the steps of which are setting, while an outdoor unit of the VSAT is at a configuration location, a maximum value of the adjustable gain of the up-converting device and transmitting, from an operating location that is separate from the configuration location, transmission signals to the satellite at the transmission frequency and with a gain value of at most the maximum value of the adjustable gain set at the configuration location.	11-11-2010

Christopher W. Gregory, Tucson, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080221475	METHOD FOR DETECTING BOTH PRE-CANCEROUS AND CANCEROUS TISSUES - A method for characterizing tissues within a subject as cancerous or non-cancerous includes determining the electrical properties of the subject. The electrical properties of the subject are fit to a model and a characteristic frequency of each tissue is then calculated. Each tissue is finally characterized as cancerous or non-cancerous if its characteristic frequency lies above a threshold value.	09-11-2008

Daniel L. Gregory, Monkton, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090145520	JOIST DRILL - A power tool for drilling a hole in a workpiece made of wood or a wood material. The power tool generally includes a tool housing defining a handle and a motor contained within the tool housing that includes an output shaft that spins about a motor axis. A gear housing is connected to the tool housing. An output spindle is supported for rotation about a spindle axis in the gear housing. The spindle axis is disposed about ninety degrees from the motor axis. A gear portion on the output shaft is engaged to a gear portion on the output spindle. The motor and the gear portions are configured to rotate the output spindle at a speed in range from about five thousand revolutions per minute to about twenty-five thousand revolutions per minute. A cutting member is connected to the output spindle. The cutting member includes fluted cutting blades. A carriage assembly includes a base member and a head member connected by a first post having a first compliant member and a second post. The head member slides relative to the first and second posts and against a force exerted by the first compliant member when the head member is moved toward the base member to pass the cutting member through the base member to engage the workpiece. The base member includes a generally planar face on a bottom surface of the base member that is generally perpendicular to the spindle axis.	06-11-2009

Donna Kim Gregory, Northbrook, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080229491	Shower Curtain Fastener - A shower curtain fastening strip comprises a substrate having first side and second side. A detachable fastening material is affixed on the first and or second side of the substrate. The shower curtain fastening strip is operatively coupled to a single shower hook.	09-25-2008

Gahlya Gregory, Bowling Green, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080317239	Systems and Arrangements for Communicating with an Automated Interactive Telecommunications Service System - In one embodiment a method for accessing and interacting with an interactive telecommunications service system is disclosed. The method can include activating a programming mode, entering a plurality of keystrokes to create a keyed sequence where the keyed sequence can include a telephone number and a menu response sequence. The menu response sequence can control the menu driven portion of the telecom service system after the device is connected via a telecommunications network. The keyed sequence can include delays between each of the plurality of keystrokes. The delays can be recorded and a session identifier can also be recorded. The keyed sequence can be associated with the delays and the session identifier in response to the activated programming mode. Access to the service and results from a service request can be automated by the disclosed arrangements.	12-25-2008

Gahlya J. Gregory, Bowling Green, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100251386	METHOD FOR CREATING AUDIO-BASED ANNOTATIONS FOR AUDIOBOOKS - A computer implemented method, a data processing system, and a computer program publish an audio annotation of a media signal. A media player plays a media signal. The media player then records an audio annotation to the media signal. Responsive to recording the audio annotation to the media signal, the media player records an identifier to be associated with the media signal. The audio annotation is then published to a social networking host.	09-30-2010

Gary Gregory, Lubbock, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080263355	Method and System for Encrypting Files Based on Security Rules - The present disclosure is directed to a method and system for encrypting files based on security rules. In accordance with a particular embodiment of the present disclosure, a request to store a file on a storage device is received. At least one security parameter associated with a security profile of the file is identified. It is determined whether to encrypt the file by applying at least one security rule to the security parameter. The security rule includes selection criteria. The file is encrypted if the security rule indicates the file should be encrypted. The file is stored on the storage device.	10-23-2008

George Stuart Gregory, Fishers, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080287504	CB1 MODULATOR COMPOUNDS - Novel compounds of structural formula (I) are disclosed. As modulators of the Cannabinoid-1 (CB1) receptor, these compounds are useful in the treatment, prevention and suppression of diseases mediated by the CB1 receptor. As such, compounds of the present invention are useful as in the treatment, prevention and suppression of psychosis, memory deficits, cognitive disorders, migraine, neuropathy, neuro-inflammatory disorders (e.g., multiple sclerosis, Guillain-Barre syndrome and the inflammatory sequelae of viral encephalitis), cerebral vascular accidents, head trauma, anxiety disorders, stress, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia. The compounds are also useful for the treatment of substance abuse disorders, particularly to opiates, alcohol, and nicotine. The compounds are also useful for the treatment of obesity or eating disorders associated with excessive food intake and complications associated therewith.	11-20-2008

James Gregory, Avon, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100265089	EMERGENCY LOCATION FINDER - A light system for identifying a target location for emergency vehicles, includes an outdoor light fixture and bulb, and an activation mechanism for selecting and changing between a “constant on” mode, a “constant off” mode, and a “blinking” mode. The system may use a dual use smart bulb that functions with standard hardware at the location for constant on and constant off modes, but is activated to emergency blinking mode by another device. The lighting system may be incorporated into or activated by a security or telephone system for alerting a homeowner or security company when an emergency is indicated at the location.	10-21-2010

James D. Gregory, Clinton, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080243648	SYSTEM FOR REMOTELY MANAGING A HOME HEATING SYSTEM - A centralized fuel monitoring system for allowing a plurality of fuel dealers to monitor the fuel level at customer locations, the system having a central computer accessible by the plurality of fuel dealers to access customer account information, the customer account information including an indication of a fuel level at a customer location. The fuel level may be remotely measured or may be calculated by the system. Also included is authorization software that allows a fuel dealer to access customer accounts and administration software that allows a fuel dealer to create new customer accounts.	10-02-2008

Jefferson J. Gregory, Bristol, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090018155	METHODS OF TREATING DERMATOLOGICAL DISORDERS AND INDUCING INTERFERON BIOSYNTHESIS WITH SHORTER DURATIONS OF IMIQUIMOD THERAPY - Pharmaceutical formulations and methods for the topical and/or transdermal delivery of imiquimod, including creams, ointments and pressure-sensitive adhesive compositions to treat dermatological disorders, namely, viral infections, such as Type I or Type II Herpes simplex infections and genital warts, actinic keratosis and superficial basal cell carcinoma, and to induce interferon biosynthesis, with shorter durations of therapy, than currently approved for imiquimod by the Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”).	01-15-2009
20100160368	Methods of Treating Dermatological Disorders and Inducing Interferon Biosynthesis With Shorter Durations of Imiquimod Therapy - Pharmaceutical Formulations and Methods for the Topical and/or transdermal delivery of imiquimod, including creams, ointments and pressure-sensitive adhesive compositions to treat dermatological disorders, namely, viral infections, such as Type I or Type II Herpes simplex infections and genital and perianal warts, actinic keratosis and superficial basal cell carcinoma, and to induce interferon biosynthesis to achieve an antiviral effect, with shorter durations of therapy, than currently approved for imiquimod by the Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”).	06-24-2010

John Gregory, Enola, AR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110095667	DESK DRAWER FACE CONVERTER MODULE - The invention is a drawer face converter module for converting a flush mount desk drawer to an overlapping desk drawer. The desk drawer is disposed in a drawer opening having a width and a height. The drawer face converter module includes (i) a forward portion having a width which is between about ½ inch and about 1 inch greater than the width of the drawer opening and a height which is between about ½ inch and about 1 inch greater than the height of the drawer opening, and (ii) a rearward portion having a width between about 1/16 inch and about 1/4 inch less than the width of the drawer opening, a height between about 1/16 inch and about ¼ inch less than the height of the drawer opening and a depth between about ⅛ inch and about 1 inch.	04-28-2011

John L. Gregory, Austin, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110131139	INTEGRATED EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT WORKFLOW - The present invention relates to a method or system for automating consolidation of data for reporting purposes, decreasing manual user intervention, and automating the generation of earned value management documentation using a custom designed matrix that is role-based having four (4) fundamental workflow processes: post-award, work authorization, change request, and variance analysis reporting. One method may have the steps of consolidating control accounts between an integrated master schedule and an earned value management system, automatically generating work authorizations and corresponding workflow, integrating baseline change requests and follow-on work authorization, generating and organizing, in a hierarchical manner, variance analysis reports, and organizing, in a streamlined manner, finalized earned value management documentation.	06-02-2011

Joseph Allen Gregory, Boise, ID US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090303430	WIND POWERED SPORT GOGGLES - Sport goggles are disclosed which includes air scoops and air exhausting tubes for directing air through the goggle body. The device may include a venturi powered air vent to remove air from within the goggles, and may include a fan turned by airflow, for powering electrical devices associated with the goggles.	12-10-2009

Justin L. Gregory, Belton, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100030576	System and Method for Pain Management - A pain management system is provided. The pain management system comprises a database and a pain management server. The database contains a plurality of pain scores associated with a first patient. The pain management server is in communication with the database and comprises a processor and a pain management application. The pain management application, when executed by the processor, receives a first pain score associated with the first patient, analyzes the first pain score based at least in part on the plurality of pain scores associated with the first patient in the database, and when the first pain score drops below a first threshold determined by the analysis, raises an alert. The pain management system promotes control of administration of pain medication to the first patient.	02-04-2010

Katherine Lauren Gregory, Muscatine, IA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110091938	Starch Hydrolysis - Disclosed is a method for hydrolyzing starch. The starch is subjected to hydrolysis in the presence of a neutral calcium salt, the hydrolysis being conducted at a pH ranging from about 5.0 to about 5.5. The calcium salt may be a non-toxic and label-friendly salt such as calcium sulfate, calcium chloride or calcium phosphate, preferably naturally existing salts. The enzymatically catalyzed hydrolysis may be quenched using an organic acid, such as citric acid, preferably an acid that exists in nature, or with heat. Certain processing and product quality advantages may be realized via the disclosed method. The method may provide a variety of hydrolyzed products, including maltodextrins, syrup solids, and the like.	04-21-2011

Kelley Gregory, Shakopee, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080281691	REBATE OFFERS FOR RECYCLING ELECTRONIC DEVICES - The present invention is a method of providing a consumer with a rebate in exchange for the recycling of an electronic device. The method comprises receiving a rebate claim and an electronic device from a consumer, providing the consumer with a different and/or new electronic device with a service associated with the different and/or new electronic device, and transferring the monetary value of the rebate to the consumer. In some embodiments, the method comprises accessing client information associated with current cellular phone service clients and selecting target clients for providing rebate offers to based on the client information.	11-13-2008
20080288340	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A PRE-PAID REBATE CARD - The present invention is a system and method for providing pre-paid rebate cards. The present invention may provide a rebate offer to a consumer in relation to a particular purchase. A consumer may then submit a request for redemption of the rebate. A rebate processing center may, among other rebate processing, validate the request for redemption from the consumer and notify a financial institution of the request. The financial institution may subsequently issue the pre-paid rebate card to the consumer. The financial institution may further fulfill payment obligations upon consumer use of the pre-paid rebate card. The present invention may include a three-party agreement between the merchant, the rebate processing center, and the financial institution. The agreement may also provide for the financial institution to indemnify the merchant and the rebate processing center from at least a portion of the risk and/or loss associated with the present system and method.	11-20-2008

Kennedy Gregory, Maplewood, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080203033	Encapsulated Water Treatment System - A water treatment system is provided having an encapsulate manifold with a reverse osmosis cartridge and one or more filter cartridges. The filter cartridge includes a detent for being received within a slot in the manifold head for secure locking engagement. The water treatment system further includes a single probe conductivity monitoring system for monitoring the performance of a reverse osmosis membrane. The water treatment system is also provided in a modular arrangement wherein manifold heads are physically and fluidly coupled together via a clip which interfaces with the modular manifold heads. The water treatment system also allows for a retrofit application to include a permeate pump. The cartridges are also designed to provide a minimum annular inlet gap to minimize spillage during changing of the cartridges.	08-28-2008

Kenton Gregory, Portland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080287907	Systems and methods for introducing and applying a bandage structure within a body lumen or hollow body organ - Systems and methods provide intraluminal delivery of a bandage structure within a body lumen or hollow body organ.	11-20-2008

Kenton W. Gregory, Portland, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080213344	Wound dressing and method for controlling severe, life-threatening bleeding - This invention is directed to advanced hemorrhage control wound dressings, and methods of using and producing same. The subject wound dressing is constructed from a non-mammalian material for control of severe 5 bleeding. The wound dressing for controlling severe bleeding is formed of a biomaterial comprising chitosan, a hydrophilic polymer, a polyacrylic polymer or a combination thereof, The kind of severe, life-threatening bleeding contemplated by this invention is typically of the type not capable of being stanched when a conventional gauze wound dressing is applied with conventional 10 pressure to the subject wound. The wound dressing being capable of substantially stanching the flow of the severe life-threatening bleeding from the wound by adhering to the wound site, to seal the wound, to accelerate blood clot formation at the wound site, to reinforce clot formation at the wound site and prevent bleed out from the wound site, and to substantially prohibit the flow of 15 blood out of the wound site.	09-04-2008
20090169593	METHOD OF USING AND PRODUCING TROPOELASTIN AND TROPOELASTIN BIOMATERIALS - A device implantable within a human body, and a method for producing the device, are provided. The device comprises a biocompatible coating on at least a portion of an outer surface of a substrate. The biocompatible coating comprises tropoelastin. A biocompatible coating is formed in situ on the outer surface of the substrate.	07-02-2009
20110034410	Wound dressing and method for controlling severe, life-threatening bleeding - This invention is directed to advanced hemorrhage control wound dressings, and methods of using and producing same. The subject wound dressing is constructed from a non-mammalian material for control of severe 5 bleeding. The wound dressing for controlling severe bleeding is formed of a biomaterial comprising chitosan, a hydrophilic polymer, a polyacrylic polymer or a combination thereof, The kind of severe, life-threatening bleeding contemplated by this invention is typically of the type not capable of being stanched when a conventional gauze wound dressing is applied with conventional 10 pressure to the subject wound. The wound dressing being capable of substantially stanching the flow of the severe life-threatening bleeding from the wound by adhering to the wound site, to seal the wound, to accelerate blood clot formation at the wound site, to reinforce clot formation at the wound site and prevent bleed out from the wound site, and to substantially prohibit the flow of 15 blood out of the wound site.	02-10-2011
20110077682	Hemorrhage Control Devices and Methods - The present invention is directed to a composition comprising a plurality of small, liquid-expandable articles and their use to induce hemostasis when applied to bleeding wounds.	03-31-2011
20110143312	Compositions, assemblies, and methods applied during or after a dental procedure to ameliorate fluid loss and/or promote healing, using a hydrophilic polymer sponge structure such as chitosan - Dental dressing assemblies are formed from hydrophilic polymer sponge structures, such as a densified chitosan biomaterial. The invention also contemplates systems and methods that can be used in conjunction with stents and periodontal dressings to promote hemostasis and secondary healing in free gingival graft palatal donor sites and all other oral and maxillofacial surgical sites.	06-16-2011

Kevin T. Gregory US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100153488	Method and Apparatus For Obtaining Contextually Relevant Content - A method of obtaining contextually relevant content by a wireless communications device is provided. The method may comprise obtaining, by a wireless communications device (WCD), a destination device identifying item, transmitting the destination device identifying item to a contextual content server, wherein the contextual content server determines one or more contextually relevant content items by processing the received destination device identifying item and a WCD location value, and receiving, from the contextual content server, at least one of the one or more contextually relevant content items.	06-17-2010

Lance Gregory, Waukesha, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100008473	MULTI-PURPOSE DOCKING APPARATUS OF DIGITAL X-RAY DETECTOR - Systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which in some implementations a docking detector receptacle includes apparatus to cool a portable digital X-ray detector. In addition, systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which in some implementations communication authorization is established between a portable digital X-ray detector and a docking detector receptacle, and communication is performed between the portable digital X-ray detector and the docking detector receptacle using the authorization. In addition, systems, methods and apparatus are provided through which in some implementations a portable digital X-ray detector includes a panel, isolation at least three isolation foam layers, a motherboard and a carbon fiber layer.	01-14-2010

Larry E. Gregory, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090250500	CORDLESS FRAMING NAILER - A driving tool with a driver and a motor-driven flywheel that can be engaged by the driver to propel the driver along a driver axis. The driving tool includes a return mechanism with a rail onto which the driver is received. The rail extends parallel to the driver axis.	10-08-2009

Lorraine B. Gregory US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080250747	T-chord open web joist with adjustable ends - The disclosed device is directed towards a truss comprising an upper T-shaped chord. A lower T-shaped chord is coupled to said upper chord. A plurality of web members are coupled to said T-shaped chords. An extension section is coupled to said upper T-shaped chord and said lower T-shaped chord approximate the web. Said extension section is configured to by adjustable by trimming.	10-16-2008

Mark Gregory, Lafayette, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080229805	Apparatus and Method for Mobile Collection of Atmospheric Sample for Chemical Analysis - The present invention discloses a portable sampler for collecting an atmospheric sample. In one implementation, the portable sampler includes a portable housing with an interior portion; a sample inlet communicating between an area outside the housing and the interior portion of the housing; a sample cartridge in fluid communication with the sample inlet and adapted to store the atmospheric sample, the sample cartridge being removably secured within the housing; a pump disposed within the housing and in fluid communication with the sample inlet, the pump being arranged to draw the atmospheric sample from the area outside the housing into the sample cartridge through the sample inlet; and a carrier gas inlet communicating between the area outside the housing and the sample cartridge, the carrier gas inlet being configured to couple with a carrier gas source for sweeping the atmospheric sample from the sample cartridge into an analyzer while the sample cartridge is secured within the housing.	09-25-2008
20110133078	Analytical Instruments, Assemblies, and Methods - Person-portable mass analysis instrumentation configured to perform multidimensional mass analysis is provided. Mass analysis instrumentation can include a housing encompassing components of the instrumentation with the housing of the instrumentation defining a space having a volume of equal to or less than about 100,000 cm	06-09-2011
20110146381	Analytical Instrumentation, Analytical Instrument Assemblies, and Analytical Methods - Analytical instruments are provided that can include a sample inlet component with the sample inlet component including a first sampling port; a plurality of sample capturing assemblies; and a first valve assembly in fluid communication with both the sampling port and the sample capturing assemblies. The instrument can further include a sample analysis component in fluid communication with the first valve assembly of the sample inlet component; and an instrument control component in controlling communication with both the sample inlet component and the analysis component. Instrumental analysis methods are provided that can include continuously providing sample to at least one of a plurality of sample capturing assemblies; and selectively analyzing the contents of at least one of the plurality of sample capturing assemblies.	06-23-2011

Marvin Alan Gregory, Willis, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090296956	Motorcycle speaker assembly - A speaker assembly for a motorcycle which comprises a mounting portion adaptable to a motorcycle saddlebag and a mounting portion positioning a speaker to direct the speaker output towards the rider of the motorcycle.	12-03-2009

Michael Gregory, Anderson, SC US

Michael A. Gregory, Fairlawn, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090100598	LATCHING MOTION TRANSFER MECHANISM - Latching motion transfer arrangements are disclosed. In one exemplary embodiment, the mechanism is caused to lift and latch by applying force in a first direction, a first time, and is caused to release and lower by applying force in the first direction, a second time.	04-23-2009

Michael Layton Gregory, Clover, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110128118	AUTHORIZATION SYSTEM - An authorization control device for selectively enabling operation of a vehicle on which it is installed is described. The device employs vehicle identity logic for storing or reading a vehicle identifier for the vehicle on which the authorization control device is installed.	06-02-2011
20110128163	POSITIONING SYSTEM - A positioning system determines location information based on reading one or more of a set of machine readable markers positioned about a facility, for example using a proximity reader. A memory stores an association between each machine readable marker and location information so that the system can determine location information without needing triangulation or GPS.	06-02-2011
20110130893	ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A vehicle power controller and a control method are described. The vehicle power controller is arranged to receive a remote command to set an inactivity time interval and to shut down a component of a vehicle, such as an engine, if it is inactive for the time interval.	06-02-2011
20110131074	MAINTENANCE CONTROL SYSTEM - A maintenance control system monitors maintenance requirements in a plurality of vehicles to enable a processor to determine a maintenance requirement of a first asset and to select a maintenance action for a second asset based on the maintenance requirement of the first asset.	06-02-2011
20110131269	MONITORING ASSETS - A communication system for a materials handing facility obtains operational data from the CANBUS of a vehicle and selectively stores or transmits data based on the availability of a communications link.	06-02-2011
20110137489	ASSET MONITORING SYSTEM - A vehicle asset monitoring system comprising a plurality of vehicle assets for lifting and carrying loads and a remote monitoring station for monitoring the vehicle assets. The vehicle assets each comprise a motive unit for generating a motive force to move the vehicle asset and a lift unit for generating a force to lift a load. A measurement interface is provided in each vehicle asset that is adapted to obtain a plurality of operational parameters including operational parameters representing a load lifted by the vehicle asset and another operational parameter related to usage of the vehicle asset. The remote monitoring station comprises a processor for analysing the operational parameters, and for initiating an action based on the analysis.	06-09-2011

Michelle L. Gregory, Richland, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080306899	METHODS, APPARATUS, AND COMPUTER-READABLE MEDIA FOR ANALYZING CONVERSATIONAL-TYPE DATA - Methods, apparatus, and computer-readable media for analyzing conversational-type data by association of two or more types of extracted information in view of time are disclosed according to some aspects. In one embodiment, analysis of conversational-type data comprises identification of topical segments within the conversational-type data and linking of the topical segments with at least one other type of pertinent, extracted information. The linking can be based on a sequential order of utterances that compose, at least in part, the conversational-type data.	12-11-2008

Otto Gregory, Wakefield, RI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090188324	Method and system for passive wireless strain gauge - A system and method of using a passive wireless gauge to detect the physical properties on an object.	07-30-2009
20100098961	Thermal barrier coatings using intermediate TCE nanocomposites - An intermediate thermal expansion coefficient coating including an NiCoCrAly alloy. The coating contains nanoparticles of the alloy and alumina. A nanocomposite coating is placed on metals to protect them from high gas temperatures by providing thermal insulation. The nanocomposite coating includes a bond coating, an intermediate thermal expansion coefficient coating, and a ceramic top coat. The intermediate thermal expansion coefficient coating comprises a NiCoCrAly alloy and allumina nanoparticles and has a ceramic top coat which is based on zirconi or high purity alumina.	04-22-2010
20110023619	THIN FILM CERAMIC THERMOCOUPLES - A thin film ceramic thermocouple (	02-03-2011

Otto J. Gregory, Wakefield, RI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090145235	LOW TCR NANOCOMPOSITE STRAIN GAGES - A high temperature thin film strain gage sensor capable of functioning at temperatures above 1400° C. The sensor contains a substrate, a nanocomposite film comprised of an indium tin oxide alloy, zinc oxide doped with alumina or other oxide semiconductor and a refractory metal selected from the group consisting of Pt, Pd, Rh, Ni, W, Ir, NiCrAlY and NiCoCrAlY deposited onto the substrate to form an active strain element. The strain element being responsive to an applied force.	06-11-2009
20090173162	High temperature strain gages - A ceramic strain gage based on reactively sputtered indium-tin-oxide (ITO) thin films is used to monitor the structural integrity of components employed in aerospace propulsion systems operating at temperatures in excess of 1500° C. A scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of the thick ITO sensors reveals a partially sintered microstructure comprising a contiguous network of submicron ITO particles with well defined necks and isolated nanoporosity. Densification of the ITO particles was retarded during high temperature exposure with nitrogen thus stabilizing the nanoporosity. ITO strain sensors were prepared by reactive sputtering in various nitrogen/oxygen/argon partial pressures to incorporate more nitrogen into the films. Under these conditions, sintering and densification of the ITO particles containing these nitrogen rich grain boundaries was retarded and a contiguous network of nano-sized ITO particles was established.	07-09-2009
20090290614	NANO-COMPOSITES FOR THERMAL BARRIER COATINGS AND THERMO-ELECTRIC ENERGY GENERATORS - A nano-composite material having a high electrical conductivity and a high Seebeck coefficient and low thermal conductivity. The nano-composite material is capable of withstanding high temperatures and harsh conditions. These properties make it suitable for use as both a thermal barrier coating for turbine blades and vanes and a thermoelectric generator to power high temperature electronics, high temperature wireless transmitters, and high temperature sensors. Unique to these applications is that the thermal barrier coatings can act as a temperature sensor and/or a source of power for other sensors or high temperature electronics and wireless transmitters.	11-26-2009
20100116379	COMPOSITE USED FOR THERMAL SPRAY INSTRUMENTATION AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME - A superalloy article which comprises a substrate comprised of a superalloy, a bond coat comprised of MCrAlY wherein M is a metal selected from the group consisting of cobalt, nickel and mixtures thereof applied onto at least a portion of the substrate and a ceramic top coat applied over at least a portion of the bond coat. The bond coat is exposed to a temperature of within the range of between about 1600-1800° F. subsequent to its application onto the substrate.	05-13-2010

Paul Crosby Gregory, Watertown, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110130627	Visualization Instrument - A visualization instrument comprising a display support component removably coupled to a component insertable into a target space. The insertable component includes a camera providing images of the target space. The images are presented in a display device supported by the display support component. The insertable component may be discarded after a permitted number of uses.	06-02-2011

Paul E. Gregory, Cottage Grove, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080296192	Hanger Label - Hanger labels that include a first label segment, a second label segment, and a hanger are described. The hanger may include a hook, a first connection connecting the hook to the first label segment, and a second connection connecting the hook to the second label segment. Alternatively, the hanger may include a strap connecting first and second label segments. Containers including such hanger labels are also described.	12-04-2008

Paul F. Gregory, Newport News, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080246367	TUNED LAMINATED PIEZOELECTRIC ELEMENTS AND METHODS OF TUNING SAME - A piezoelectric element comprises a piezoelectric ceramic wafer bonded to a substrate, with a surface profile of the substrate being non-uniformly configured to affect the spring rate of the piezoelectric element. For example, in one example embodiment the substrate has its profile configured so that its stiffness is modified or non-uniform along at least one axis of the substrate. The nature of the non-uniform surface profile can acquire various configurations or patterns.	10-09-2008

Richard I. Gregory, Brookline, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100221266	METHODS TO REGULATE MIRNA PROCESSING BY TARGETING LIN-28 - The present invention relates generally to methods to regulate microRNA (miRNA) biogenesis, in particular the regulation of the processing of pri-miRNA to mature miRNA by Lin-28 and/or variants such as Lin28B. In particular, the present invention relates to methods and compositions comprising at least one agent which inhibits Lin-28 function or activity and/or expression to increase the processing of pri-mRNA to mature miRNA. More specifically, one aspect of the invention is directed to treating and/or preventing cancer in a subject by administering an agent that inhibits Lin-28 activity or expression to a subject, preferably a human subject.	09-02-2010

Richard J. Gregory, Westford, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090082289	Adenoviral vectors having a protein IX deletion - This invention provides a recombinant adenovirus expression vector characterized by the partial or total deletion of the adenoviral protein IX DNA and having a gene encoding a foreign protein or a functional fragment or mutant thereof. Transformed host cells and a method of producing recombinant proteins and gene therapy also are included within the scope of this invention.	03-26-2009
20090088398	RECOMBINANT ADENOVIRAL VECTORS AND METHODS OF USE - This invention provides a recombinant adenovirus expression vector characterized by the partial or total deletion of the adenoviral protein IX DNA and having a gene encoding a foreign protein or a functional fragment or mutant thereof. Transformed host cells and a method of producing recombinant proteins and gene therapy also are included within the scope of this invention. Thus, for example, the adenoviral vector of this invention can contain a foreign gene for the expression of a protein effective in regulating the cell cycle, such as p53, Rb, or mitosin, or in inducing cell death, such as the conditional suicide gene thymidine kinase. (The latter must be used in conjunction with a thymidine kinase metabolite in order to be effective.)	04-02-2009

Robert L. Gregory, Katy, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090311151	System for On-Line Spalling of a Coker - Coker heater operation is improved by on-line spalling of coker heater pipes. In one embodiment an off-line pipe is added to the on-line coker heater pipes. When an on-line pipe is to be spalled, flow is diverted to the offline pipe allowing for full operation of the coker heater. In another embodiment, a thermal transfer resistant zone plate is movably mounted in the radiant section of the coker heater. By moving the zone plate from an operating position to a spalling position and adjusting the temperature of the plurality of burners, the temperature of the pipes in the zone of the heater radiant section to be spalled can be lowered, while the temperature in the remaining zones of the heater radiant section are fully operational.	12-17-2009

Robert L. Gregory, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090277514	SYSTEM AND METHOD TO CONTROL CATALYST MIGRATION - In a fluid catalytic cracking process, catalyst migration through the vapor line from a reactor to a distillation column is controlled. Catalyst migration is controlled by detection, isolation, and removal of catalyst from the vapor line before entering the distillation column. Upon detection of a predetermined amount of catalyst in the vapor line, a signal is generated to close the valves in the vapor line, the catalyst feedstock line, and the regenerator/reactor line substantially simultaneously. Further, the distillation column can be isolated from the reactor for blind installation.	11-12-2009

Sean D. Gregory, Columbus, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090056466	Active temperature differential compensation for strain gage based sensors - An active temperature differential compensation for strain gage based sensors. An array of temperature sensors can be placed at the gage locations to measure the difference in temperature that induces strain on the strain gages. The output of the temperature sensor network can be placed in series with the strain gage network to directly compensate the induced voltage caused by the temperature gradient and/or employed as the input of a mathematical algorithm that can compensate the output from the strain gage bridge to dynamically correct unwanted thermally induced strain in the strain gages.	03-05-2009
20090183561	LOAD PIN BRAKE CELL APPARATUS - A load pin brake cell apparatus includes a load pin element that can be machined with a pair of external grooves in order to create independent load locations. A sleeve can be installed over the load pin element and can be welded at each edge of the grooves to relocate the pair of grooves to interior of the load pin element. The sleeve and the load pin act as one homogenous component to ensure a predictable and total transfer of stress and strain to a strain gauge located within the load pin. The ratio of a cross-sectional area between the sleeve and the load pin can be kept to a minimum in order to minimize the non-linearity due to bending stresses. The sleeve wall preferably possesses a sufficient thickness to prevent yielding at the grooves.	07-23-2009

Sonia M. Gregory, Blue Bell, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090232795	1B20 PCSK9 ANTAGONISTS - Antagonists of human proprotein convertase subtilisin-kexin type 9 (“PCSK9”) are disclosed. The disclosed antagonists are effective in the inhibition of PCSK9 function and, accordingly, present desirable antagonists for use in the treatment of conditions associated with PCSK9 activity. The present invention also discloses nucleic acid encoding said antagonists, vectors, host cells, and compositions comprising the antagonists. Methods of making PCSK9-specific antagonists as well as methods of using the antagonists for inhibiting or antagonizing PCSK9 function are also disclosed and form important additional aspects of the present disclosure.	09-17-2009
20090246192	1D05 PCSK9 antagonists - Antagonists of human proprotein convertase subtilisin-kexin type 9 (“PCSK9”) are disclosed. The disclosed antagonists are effective in the inhibition of PCSK9 function and, accordingly, present desirable antagonists for use in the treatment of conditions associated with PCSK9 activity. The present invention also discloses nucleic acid encoding said antagonists, vectors, host cells, and compositions comprising the antagonists. Methods of making PCSK9-specific antagonists as well as methods of using the antagonists for inhibiting or antagonizing PCSK9 function are also disclosed and form important additional aspects of the present disclosure.	10-01-2009

Stephen O. Gregory, Denver, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090056011	Electronic Faucet with Voice, Temperature, Flow and Volume Control - An ergonomic water conserving faucet assembly that pivots around a cognitive central point providing touchless water temperature, flow rate, volume control and spray pattern adjustment through multiple, hygienic means. The assembly comprises a pivotable, ergonomic, ball-shaped spout that may be used statically or hand held; a retractable water delivery hose connecting the spout to a water source; a water mixing valve at the water source delivering water of preselected temperature; solenoid valves controlling flow; proximity and object detection sensors mapping the sink area and detecting input signals; speech sensors with microphone for voice control; an LED display of water temperature; internal speakers delivering audible prompts; and an electronic controller recognizing speech and supervising operations.	03-05-2009

Steven J. Gregory, Seattle, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080300982	METHOD FOR ENABLING THE EXCHANGE OF ONLINE FAVORS - Embodiments are directed to enabling the exchange of online favors. In one embodiment, the system may include a client device connected via a network to a favor management platform. The favor management platform may include a favor management server, web server, billing server, and an advertisement server. A user may enter information detailing a favor to be asked or to be offered. The user further may specify the reward for the favor, including non-monetary rewards, such as good will. The user also specifies whom to send the request or offer for the favor. The favor management server generates favor page, with the set of contacts. A notification message regarding the favor page is sent to the set of specified contacts. Once received, a contact may view the favor page, providing comments and/or responses. The user may provide the reward to a contact(s) that satisfy the favor.	12-04-2008

Ted Walter Gregory, Flagler Beach, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100203920	PERSONAL COMMUNICATION DEVICE WITH INTEGRATED ALARM - An improved personal communication device that incorporates a physical security alarm can include a communication unit for performing wireless communication across a network, one or more sensors configured to detect movement, and an alarm which activates in response to detection by the one or more sensors. One or more sensors can include a directional motion detector and a multidirectional proximity sensor. The improved personal communication device can also include a voice response unit configured to activate the alarm in response to a predetermined voice command.	08-12-2010

Terry Lynn Gregory, Prescott, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100232930	Gas turbine engine - A gas turbine engine for highly efficient fuel consumption includes as elements a rotor, a stator and a spindle. The rotor includes a system of passageways, a combustion chamber, and a plurality of exhaust ports. The system of passageways comprises a plurality of axial passageways and radial passageways configured to receive a precombustion air-fuel mixture and transport the precombustion air-fuel mixture to the combustion chamber. The exhaust ports provide fluid communication of postcombustion gas between the combustion chamber and the exterior of the rotor.	09-16-2010

Thomas M. Gregory, Belgrade, MT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090321480	Retention holster having an extended pivot guard - A holster for a handgun having a holster body defining a cavity for receiving and holding a handgun, a pivot guard pivotably coupled to the body and pivotable between a closed position for securing a handgun within the cavity and an open position for insertion or removal of the handgun, wherein the pivot guard includes a pivot guard locking means for receiving at least a portion of a pivot guard locking portion for securing the pivot guard in the closed position, and wherein the pivot guard includes a locking extension that extends from each side of the pivot guard and the holster body includes a corresponding retaining channels formed within the cavity such that when the pivot guard is in the closed position, each locking extension of the pivot guard extends into a corresponding retaining channel of the holster body.	12-31-2009
20100276463	ROTATABLE ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT PLATFORM - An accessory attachment platform, including a platform body having a plate attachment portion, wherein the plate attachment portion includes a platform opening; a platform plate portion coupled to an accessory plate portion, through the platform opening, such that the platform plate portion and the accessory plate portion are rotatable relative to the platform body; and a release lever pivotably attached to the platform body, wherein the release lever is pivotable between a locking position and an unlocking position, and wherein the release lever is capable of releasably interacting with a primary notch of the platform plate portion such that when the release lever is in the locking position relative to the primary notch of the platform plate portion, the platform plate portion is unable to rotate relative to the platform body.	11-04-2010
20100286724	TOURNIQUET SYSTEM - A tourniquet system including a band, an optional bar, and an anti-pinch plate. The bar comprises an elongate portion of material having a first end portion, an intermediate portion, and a second end portion, at least one aperture formed in the bar so as to accept the band and allow the band to pass therethrough, at least one locking protrusion that extends from at least one of the first end portion or the second end portion. The anti-pinch plate includes one or more band receiving apertures formed so as to accept the band and allow the band to pass therethrough, wherein the anti-pinch plate includes one or more locking notches formed substantially along an edge portion of the anti-pinch plate, wherein the locking notches provide a means for securing at least a portion of the bar to the anti-pinch plate.	11-11-2010
20110121043	ADJUSTABLE, DETACHABLE ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT SYSTEM - An accessory attachment system having a platform body with a platform recess, an accessory mounting plate having a plurality of mounting plate projections extending therefrom and a plurality of mounting plate apertures formed therethrough, wherein at least some of the mounting plate projections correspond to at least some of the slots so that when the mounting plate projections are aligned with the corresponding slots, the accessory mounting plate can pass the locking ledge into the platform recess, at least one release lever that is pivotable between a locking position and an unlocking position, and a plurality of internal stops formed within the platform recess, wherein the accessory mounting plate can be secured within a portion of the platform recess such that the mounting plate projections are secured between the internal stops and the accessory plate engagement portion when the release lever is in the locking position.	05-26-2011
20110164411	MODULAR ILLUMINATION DEVICE - A modular illumination device having an electronics assembly, an inner body portion extending from a first end to a second end and defining an interior cavity, wherein the inner body portion is formed so as to accept the electronics assembly within the cavity; a head assembly removably attached or coupled to the first end of the inner body portion; a tail cap portion removably attached or coupled to the second end of the inner body portion, wherein the tail cap portion includes a button assembly having a depressible button; and at least one body sleeve extending from a first end to a second end and defining an interior cavity, wherein the body sleeve is formed so as to accept the inner body portion within the cavity of the body sleeve and to be assembled between the head assembly and the tail cap portion.	07-07-2011

Timothy L. Gregory, Collierville, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110077909	PORTABLE COMPUTING DEVICE AND METHOD FOR ASSET MANAGEMENT IN A LOGISTICS SYSTEM - Systems, methods, and computer program products are provided for tracking one or more items. In one exemplary embodiment, there is provided a device for tracking one or more items. The device may include a plurality of sensors for detecting light, temperature, humidity, pressure, and acceleration. The device may also include a memory for storing information received from the plurality of sensors.	03-31-2011

Timothy M. Gregory, Alpharetta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080202017	WEIGHTED FISHING LURES - A fishing lure that includes a weighting system within the body of the fishing lure. The lure may be a plastisol material with a displacement material embedded within the plastisol. The displacement material may have a density greater than the plastic material, less than the plastic material, or it may be a combination of both. By strategically embedding the material, buoyancy, sinking action and moving action can be controlled or affected. The displacement material can include metallic powder, shaving, pellets or the like, as well as air, STYROFOAM, or other materials.	08-28-2008

Vann Gregory, Newark, DE US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100240619	FUNGICIDAL MIXTURES - Disclosed is a fungicidal composition comprising (a) at least one compound selected from the compounds of Formula 1 N-oxides, and salts thereof,	09-23-2010

Walter Jay Gregory, Churchville, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080219499	Method for reading test strips - There is provided a method for identifying the color intensities of red lines on a white test strip, comprising the steps of	09-11-2008
20100297920	PRODUCING STRESS ON SURFACES - An apparatus for producing stress on a surface, comprising one or more service assembly and one or more cleaning assembly. The service assembly comprises one or more means for applying dirt to said surface, or one or more means for scuffing said surface, or one or more means for dragging a test material across said surface, or a combination thereof. The cleaning assembly comprises one or more scrubber, or one or more burnisher, or a combination thereof.	11-25-2010

William Gregory, Gilbert, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090303110	CELESTIAL BODY MAPPING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Systems and methods for mapping a surface of a celestial body containing objects and terrain are provided. One system includes a Synthetic Aperture RADAR (SAR) module configured to capture a high-resolution image of the terrain of at least a portion of the surface and a map module configured to store map data representing the portion of the surface. The system also includes a fusion module configured to combine the high-resolution image and the map data to generate a high-resolution map of the portion of the surface. A method includes orbiting the celestial body, capturing, via the SAR module, a high-resolution image during each orbit, and fusing the captured high-resolution image with a low-resolution map of the surface to generate a high-resolution map of the surface. A computer-readable medium for storing instructions that cause a processor to perform the above method is also provided.	12-10-2009

William D. Gregory, Shorewood, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080221475	METHOD FOR DETECTING BOTH PRE-CANCEROUS AND CANCEROUS TISSUES - A method for characterizing tissues within a subject as cancerous or non-cancerous includes determining the electrical properties of the subject. The electrical properties of the subject are fit to a model and a characteristic frequency of each tissue is then calculated. Each tissue is finally characterized as cancerous or non-cancerous if its characteristic frequency lies above a threshold value.	09-11-2008
20090253193	Apparatus and Method for Evaluating Ex Vivo Tissue Samples by Electrical Impedance - A device for characterizing ex vivo tissue employs a set of independent electrodes that may be used to scan the tissue by moving a voltage gradient across the tissue surface acquiring impedance spectrographs that may be mapped to an image.	10-08-2009
20090264791	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EARLY BREAST CANCER DETECTION USING ELECTRICAL PROPERTY ENHANCED TOMOGRAPHY - A system and method for detecting cancerous tissue in a subject is provided. More specifically, the present invention provides a system and method for non-invasively identifying cancerous regions in breast tissue. The system includes a sensor system, a drive system, and a processor. The sensor system includes a sensor plate and, similarly, the drive system includes a drive plate. A time-varying voltage is applied to the drive plate and induced currents are subsequently measured by the sensor plate. Signals indicative of an induced current are then acquired and analyzed by the processor to determine the spatial location of anomalous regions. Subsequently, the anomalous regions are characterized as either cancerous or non-cancerous.	10-22-2009

William J. Gregory, Carrollton, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080272113	Microwave Furnace - A system for melting a substance may be provided. The system may comprise a microwave generator, at least one wave guide, a melter assembly, and at least one thermal insulator. The at least one wave guide may connect the microwave generator to at least one power transfer element. The at least one wave guide may be configured to transfer microwave energy from the microwave generator to a refractory assembly. The melter assembly may comprise the refractory assembly and the at least one power transfer element connected to the refractory assembly. The refractory assembly may comprise at least one absorption element configured to transfer microwave energy, received from the at least one power transition element, into heat energy. The at least one thermal insulator may be configured to allow the microwaves to penetrate to the at least one absorption element.	11-06-2008
20090084780	Microwave Furnace - A system for melting a substance may be provided. The system may comprise a crucible insulated with fused silica, a microwave generator configured to supply microwaves, and at least one burner probe extending into the crucible. The at least one burner probe may comprise a wave guide. The wave guide may be configured to receive microwaves from the microwave generator and transmit the microwaves. The at least one burner probe may further comprise an absorber. The absorber may have a geometry configured to cause a minimal amount of microwave energy to be reflected back into the wave guide. In addition, the absorber may comprise a one piece cast of silicon carbide configured to dissipate heat along an exterior of the absorber. The absorber may be further configured to receive the microwaves from the wave guide and convert energy from the microwaves into the heat.	04-02-2009
20100032429	Microwave Furnace - A system for melting a substance may be provided. The system may comprise at least one burner probe. The at least one burner probe may comprise an absorber and a first wave guide configured to transmit microwaves. The absorber may be configured to receive the microwaves from the first wave guide and to convert energy from the microwaves into heat. The system may further comprise a second wave guide and a rotating wave guide. The rotating wave guide may be positioned between the first wave guide and the second wave guide. The rotating wave guide may comprise a plurality of sections configured to rotate about a central axis. The rotating wave guide may be configured to rotate approximately 90 degrees. For example, the rotating wave guide may comprise three sections wherein each one of the three sections may be configured to rotate approximately 30 degrees.	02-11-2010

William Kent Gregory, Tualatin, OR US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100015440	Planar laminate substrate and method for fabricating organic laminate substrate PCBS, semiconductors, semiconductor wafers and semiconductor devices having miniaturized electrical pathways - The present invention is a method of manufacturing miniaturized organic laminate substrate PCB, semiconductors, semiconductor wafers and semiconductor devices that have a 50% reduction in physical dimensions with respect to prior art existing organic laminate substrate PCB, semiconductors, semiconductor wafers and semiconductor devices. The base planar substrate has a vapor deposited 0.02 mil thick copper cladding thereon its first planar surface that has been affixed atop a hydrophillic layer, and an adhesive layer on its second planar surface. The copper cladding has sufficient peel strength and a low enough etch factor so as to allow 10 micron (or smaller) electrical trace pathways to be formed thereon when the steps of a specifically designed manufacturing methodology are followed.	01-21-2010
20100209682	PLANAR LAMINATE SUBSTRATE AND METHOD FOR FABRICATING ORGANIC LAMINATE SUBSTRATE PCBS, SEMICONDUCTORS, SEMICONDUCTOR WAFERS AND SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES HAVING MINIATURIZED ELECTRICAL PATHWAYS - The present invention is a method of manufacturing miniaturized organic laminate substrate PCB, semiconductors, semiconductor wafers and semiconductor devices that have a 50% reduction in physical dimensions with respect to prior art existing organic laminate substrate PCB, semiconductors, semiconductor wafers and semiconductor devices. The base planar substrate has a vapor deposited 0.02 mil thick copper cladding thereon its first planar surface that has been affixed atop a hydrophillic layer, and an adhesive layer on its second planar surface. The copper cladding has sufficient peel strength and a low enough etch factor so as to allow 10 micron (or smaller) electrical trace pathways to be formed thereon when the steps of a specifically designed manufacturing methodology are followed.	08-19-2010

William M. Gregory, Matamoras, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100263185	High pressure revamp of low pressure distillate hydrotreating process units - A cost effective method for revamping a low pressure distillate hydrotreating process unit to a high pressure distillate hydrotreating process unit. A high pressure hot-feed pump is added, the furnace is retubed for higher pressures, the low pressure reactor is replaced with a high pressure reactor, a high pressure let-down valve is added at the reactor outlet, and the low pressure recycle compressor is replaced with a high pressure recycle compressor.	10-21-2010