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Aaron C. Hammer, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090095484	In-Flow Control Device Utilizing A Water Sensitive Media - An apparatus for controlling fluid flow into a tubular includes an in-flow control device having a plurality of flow paths; and a reactive media disposed in each of the flow paths. The reactive media may change permeability by interacting with a selected fluid such as water. Two or more of the flow paths may be hydraulically parallel. The reactive media may include a Relative Permeability Modifier. An associated method may include conveying the fluid via a plurality of flow paths; and controlling a resistance to flow in plurality of flow paths using a reactive media disposed in each of the flow paths. An associated system may include a wellbore tubular; an in-flow control device; a hydraulic circuit formed in the in-flow control device; and a reactive media disposed in the hydraulic circuit, the reactive media may change permeability by interacting with a selected fluid.	04-16-2009
20090283275	Flow Control Device Utilizing a Reactive Media - An apparatus for controlling a flow of a fluid into a wellbore tubular includes a flow path associated with a production control device; an occlusion member positioned along the flow path that selectively occludes the flow path, and a reactive media disposed along the flow path that change a pressure differential across at least a portion of the flow path by interacting with a selected fluid. The reactive media may be a water swellable material or an oil swellable material. The reactive media may be selected or formulated to change a parameter related to the flow path. Illustrative parameters include, but are not limited to, (i) permeability, (ii) tortuosity, (iii) turbulence, (iv) viscosity, and (v) cross-sectional flow area.	11-19-2009
20110024105	Multi-zone Screen Isolation System with selective Control - A modular screen system allows connection of screens using couplings that connect the annular space in each module between the screen material and the base pipe. A series of connected screens and couplings feed into a single valve to control the flow through many screens. The valve is preferably located in a coupling and the passages through the coupling or the screen can also accommodate instrumentation to detect, store or transmit well data or flows through the various screen modules.	02-03-2011
20110108477	Tubular Screen Support and System - A tubular screen support system includes, a screen, a base pipe in substantially coaxial alignment with the screen defining an annular space therebetween, and at least one tubular supportive of the screen relative to the base pipe positionable within the annular space having perimetrically localized variations in a radial dimension thereof.	05-12-2011
20110266374	Slurry Outlet in a Gravel Packing Assembly - An outlet member is preferably made from a hardened material and is cut from a tubular shape at an angle of preferably 5 degrees. At its upper end it is cut away so that slurry flow can exit ports in a hardened sleeve and impinge directly onto the upstream portion of the insert. The impingement changes the flow stream angle as the flow continues through a fully tubular middle segment of the insert that leads out to an elongated exit ramp whose downstream end sits preferably flush with the outer housing wall so as to protect the insert from mechanical shocks and retain the insert axially when slurry flows through it. Other external details aid in fixation when in use.	11-03-2011

Bruce R. Hammer, San Rafael, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080265548	Multi-purpose chair for the disabled - The present invention is directed to a multi-purpose chair for the disabled that can be used as a passive wheelchair designed to be pushed by an individual to transport the occupant in a sitting position. By adjusting the heights of the legs, it will fit over conventional or handicapped commodes. Removing the legs with locking casters and inserting the stationary legs, the device can be used as a conventional chair. Additionally it can used a commode chair/raised toilet seat/safety frame. The device can also be used in a shower or by lifting one of the cantilevered armrests, and attaching the side bench, it can be used beside a bathtub. Covering the seat with the elastic seat-cover, the device can be used to transport individuals in public places without revealing the toileting applications. The novelty is that this all can be easily assembled or disassembled and carried in a FAA dimensionally compliant carrying case.	10-30-2008
20110258771	SEAT TILT MECHANISM FOR CHAIRS USED BY PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES - This application provides a mechanism that consists of right and left mounting bases that in different embodiments are adapted for mounting on a variety of different chairs. These mechanisms have roller tracks that have been designed on a radius with the fulcrum or pivot point positioned very close to where the center of mass is located, for a wide spectrum of different sized people from children through over-sized adults, to achieve varying degrees of movement. On the inside of the left and right mounting bases are curved slots that are parallel to the curvature of the roller tracks where guide members on the front and rear mounting brackets keep the seat and back rest from coming off the chair. There are front and rear rollers that traverse within the roller tracks that pivot on axles in the front and rear mounting brackets. In the curved slots on the sides are adjustable stop pins that limit the tilt or travel of the seat and back rest. A rack and spur gear mechanism is incorporated to manually adjust the position of the seat and back rest of the chair by rotating a crank handle. By removing the rack and spur gear mechanism and adjusting the stop pins the device will perform as a rocking chair. Turning a friction locking knob will lock the seat and back into a stationary position.	10-27-2011

Bryan Hammer, Rochester, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090288925	LAPTOP BAG WITH WINDOW AND POCKET INSERT TRAYS WITH WINDOW COVER - A laptop computer bag includes a multi-fold body with a first portion having a storage compartment and a second portion, and a fastener for securing the first and second portions together in a folded configuration, the multi-fold body also having an external surface that is exposed when the first and second portions are in the folded configuration and an internal surface that remains substantially unexposed when the first and second portions are in the folded configuration; and a substantially transparent window forming at least a part of the internal surface, whereby when the multi-fold body is in an unfolded configuration the interior of the storage compartment can be viewed through the window. Also disclosed are windowed storage trays designed for insertion into one or more pockets of the laptop computer bag.	11-26-2009

Casey Layne Hammer, Browns Point, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090103314	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING DECORATIVE FLUOREXCENT LIGHT FIXTURES - An apparatus for covering a ceiling light fixture with a flexible sheet having two opposing sides that define tubular passageways that each receive one of a pair of elongated rods and a plurality of fixation devices selectively attached to edge portions of the sheet and secured to a portion of a ceiling, whereby the sheet is suspended from the ceiling in covering relation to the ceiling light fixture. A method of covering a ceiling fixture is disclosed.	04-23-2009

Curtis R. Hammer, Nevada, IA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090118910	METHOD OF OPERATING A PLANTER FOR PLANTING SEEDS IN A FIELD FOR EXPERIMENTAL PURPOSES - A method of operating a planter where plot characteristics are input into a controller that is associated with a planter. A distance measuring device associated with the controller senses ground speed and distance traveled and transmits the sensed information to the controller. The controller then automatically adjusts the rotational speed of a seed plate of a row planter mounted to the planter based upon the sensed information to achieve the input plot characteristics.	05-07-2009
20110182397	SEED COUNTING DEVICE - A seed counting device where accuracy is maintained at higher counting rates. The seed counting device has a hopper in communication with a tray. An activator is connected to the tray to vibrate the tray. Connected to one end of the tray is a separator having sensors. Below the tray and in partial alignment with the separator is a projecting device. The projecting device projects seeds that fall from the tray past the sensors and into a seed chamber.	07-28-2011
20120106694	SEED COUNTING DEVICE - A seed counting device where accuracy is maintained at higher counting rates. The seed counting device has a hopper in communication with a tray. An activator is connected to the tray to vibrate the tray. Connected to one end of the tray is a separator having sensors. Below the tray and in partial alignment with the separator is a projecting device. The projecting device projects seeds that fall from the tray past the sensors and into a seed chamber.	05-03-2012

Daniel Hammer, Prairie Village, KS US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080265084	STABILIZER DISPENSER AND CONTAINER - An apparatus for dispensing stabilizer material is provided. The apparatus includes one or more spools and stabilizer material. The stabilizer material is disposed around at least one of the one or more spools. The apparatus also includes a dispenser containing the one or more spools and the stabilizer material.	10-30-2008

Daniel A. Hammer, Villanova, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090214419	SELF-ASSEMBLED BIODEGRADABLE POLYMERSOMES - The invention concerns a block copolymer of polyethylene oxide and polycaprolactone, the polyethylene oxide having a number average molecular weight from about 2.0 to about 3.8 kD, the block copolymer having a fraction of polyethylene oxide of from about 11.8 to 18.8 percent by weight. The invention also concerns polymersomes made from such copolymers and to methods of making the polymersomes.	08-27-2009
20100098773	POLYMER VESICLES FOR SELECTIVE ELECTROMAGNETIC ENERGY-INDUCED DELIVERY - Provided are polymer vesicles comprising polymersomes, a radiofrequency absorbing moiety, a protein or a polysaccharide associated with the inner leaflet of the membrane and a therapeutic or diagnostic cargo. The invention also concerns the use of these polymer vesicles for selective electromagnetic energy-induced delivery of therapeutic or diagnostic agents.	04-22-2010
20110002844	STABILIZATION OF MACROMOLECULAR MEMBRANES - Disclosed are stabilized polymersomes having layer structures. Such stabilized polymersomes are, in some embodiments, biocompatible, and are capable of enhanced, sustained release of agents. Also disclosed are related methods for synthesizing such stabilized polymersomes and methods for using such polymersomes for delivery of therapeutic, imaging, and various other agents.	01-06-2011
20110195501	ULTRASONICALLY INDUCED RELEASE FROM POLYMER VESICLES - Disclosed are methods of controllably permeabilizing polymersomes. Such methods are useful in permeabilizing polymersomes so as to effect controlled release of therapeutic or imaging agents to a particular location. Also disclosed are systems for controllably delivering various agents to particular locations via polymersomes and related polymersome-based methods for treating diseases and for imaging.	08-11-2011

Daniel X. Hammer, Bedford, NH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100073634	Hybrid Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Line Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope - An apparatus for imaging an eye includes a housing and a system of optical components disposed in the housing. The apparatus is capable of operating in a line scanning laser opthalmoscope (LSLO) mode and an optical coherence tomography (OCT) mode. The system of optical components can include a first source to provide a first beam of light for the OCT mode and a second source to provide a second beam of light for the LSLO mode. In the OCT mode, a first optic is used that (i) scans, using a first surface of the first optic, the first beam of light along a retina of an eye in a first dimension, and (ii) descans, using the first surface, a first light returning from the eye in the first dimension to a detection system in the OCT mode. In the LSLO mode, the first optic is used where the second beam of light passes through a second surface of the first optic.	03-25-2010
20100195048	Adaptive Optics Line Scanning Ophthalmoscope - A first optical module scans a portion of an eye with a line of light, descans reflected light from the scanned portion of the eye and confocally provides output light in a line focus configuration. A detection device detects the output light and images the portion of the eye. A second optical module detects an optical distortion and corrects the optical distortion in the line of light scanned on the portion of the eye.	08-05-2010
20100253908	Stabilized Retinal Imaging With Adaptive Optics - A system provides an optical image of an object. A first module tracks a reference feature of the object. A second module includes a source for an imaging beam, a scanning device to move the imaging beam along a portion of the object and a detection device receives a signal associated with an image of the portion of the object. The first module controls the position of the imaging beam relative to the reference feature to correct for the motion of the object. A third module detects a distortion of the object and compensates for the distortion.	10-07-2010
20110085136	Hybrid Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Line Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope - An apparatus for imaging an eye includes a housing and a system of optical components disposed in the housing. The apparatus is capable of operating in a line scanning laser ophthalmoscope (LSLO) mode and an optical coherence tomography (OCT) mode. The system of optical components can include a first source to provide a first beam of light for the OCT mode and a second source to provide a second beam of light for the LSLO mode. In the OCT mode, a first optic is used that (i) scans, using a first surface of the first optic, the first beam of light along a retina of an eye in a first dimension, and (ii) descans, using the first surface, a first light returning from the eye in the first dimension to a detection system in the OCT mode. In the LSLO mode, the first optic is used where the second beam of light passes through a second surface of the first optic.	04-14-2011
20110152845	STABILIZED RETINAL IMAGING WITH ADAPTIVE OPTICS - A system provides an optical image of an object. A first module tracks a reference feature of the object. A second module includes a source for an imaging beam, a scanning device to move the imaging beam along a portion of the object and a detection device receives a signal associated with an image of the portion of the object. The first module controls the position of the imaging beam relative to the reference feature to correct for the motion of the object. A third module detects a distortion of the object and compensates for the distortion.	06-23-2011
20110234978	Multi-functional Adaptive Optics Retinal Imaging - An optical apparatus includes a system of optical components capable of operating in a scanning laser ophthalmoscope (SLO) mode and an optical coherence tomography (OCT) mode. The system of optical components includes a first optical module for the SLO mode, a second optical module for the OCT mode, and a first scanning device. The first optical module for the SLO mode includes a first source adapted to provide a first imaging beam for the SLO mode and a first detection device configured to receive a first signal associated with a first image of a retina of an eye. The second optical module for the OCT mode includes a second source adapted to provide a second imaging beam for the OCT mode and a second detection device configured to receive a second signal associated with a second image of the retina. The first scanning device is configured to move the first imaging beam along the retina in the slow axis of the SLO mode to acquire the first image and (ii) to move the second imaging beam along the retina in the fast axis of the OCT mode to acquire the second image.	09-29-2011
20120062843	Hybrid Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Line Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope - A method of imaging a retina of an eye includes combining an optical path of an optical coherence tomography (OCT) imager and an optical path of a line scanning laser ophthalmoscope (LSLO) imager using a system of optics. The method also includes using a single detector to switch between an OCT mode and a LSLO mode and acquiring images of the retina while switching between the OCT mode and the LSLO mode.	03-15-2012
20120101390	Multi-Modal Imaging for Diagnosis of Early Stage Epithelial Cancers - Epithelial cancer screening can include a staining tissue with a cancer targeting agent, identifying a potentially cancerous lesion using fluorescence imaging, and imaging the potentially cancerous lesion for a cancer diagnosis using optical coherence tomography.	04-26-2012

Elizabeth R. Hammer, Atlanta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100332962	DETERMINING WEB ANALYTICS INFORMATION - A system and associated method for determining web analytics information. A Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) request for a target page referred from a referring page by a mouse click is processed to calculate web analytics data in the target page. The web analytics data regarding a mouse cursor position, a 2-dimensional information of the target page, and the URL of the referring page is transmitted to a web analytics server to generate the web analytics information for the referring page in format of a heat map of the referring page.	12-30-2010

James Hammer, University Place, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090000233	WALL BLOCK AND APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME - According to one aspect, the present disclosure concerns embodiments of an apparatus and method for making a wall block, such as for constructing retaining walls or fences, that has at least one surface formed with a pattern resembling the faces of multiple blocks. In particular embodiments, the surface of the wall block has a plurality of discrete surface portions that are separated by one or more vertically elongated recessed surface portions or scores such that each surface portion resembles the face of a separate block. At least one surface portion of a block is offset from another surface portion of the block in a direction perpendicular to the plane of the wall. The surface portions can be provided with roughened surface textures resembling the surface of a split block, which can be formed by roughening or texturing the uncured block as it is removed from a mold.	01-01-2009
20090041552	RETAINING WALL SYSTEM - The present invention concerns embodiments of a block subassembly, a building block system and methods for constructing a retaining wall. In an illustrated embodiment, a block subassembly includes at least a first block and a second block and an adjustable connector which extends between the first and second blocks and is connected to the blocks. The adjustable connector is configured to have an adjustable length to adjust the spacing between the first and second blocks. In particular embodiments, the adjustable connector is pivotably connected to the first and second blocks.	02-12-2009

James Hammer, Uxbridge, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120039818	ANTI-CHAFING AEROSOL POWDER - A composition and method which prevents or mitigates irritation on the skin of a subject by protecting against or relieving chafing, itching and moisture, and which provides a cooling sensation where applied.	02-16-2012

James Donald Hammer, Uxbridge, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110076244	SURFACE COATINGS FOR SKIN - The present invention relates to skin coating compositions and methods and, in particular, to coatings containing an active agent. In some embodiments, the coating may be applied to a skin surface and may be essentially colorless and transparent. In some aspects, the coating comprises a polymer and an active agent, and the polymer may be configured for sustained release of the active agent. In some aspects, the coating forms a barrier essentially impermeable to microorganisms yet permeable to water vapor. The coating may also be flexible and conformable to the surface. The coating may be applied to the skin using any suitable method. In some embodiments, the polymer and/or active agent are dissolved and/or suspended in an alcohol solvent. In some embodiments, the alcohol may function as an antiseptic on skin.	03-31-2011
20120115812	SURFACE COATINGS FOR SKIN - The present invention relates to skin coating compositions and methods and, in particular, to coatings containing an active agent. In some embodiments, the coating may be applied to a skin surface and may be essentially colorless and transparent. In some aspects, the coating comprises a polymer and an active agent, and the polymer may be configured for sustained release of the active agent. In some aspects, the coating forms a barrier essentially impermeable to microorganisms yet permeable to water vapor. The coating may also be flexible and conformable to the surface. The coating may be applied to the skin using any suitable method. In some embodiments, the polymer and/or active agent are dissolved and/or suspended in a volatile solvent. In some embodiments, the volatile solvent may function as an antiseptic on skin.	05-10-2012

James L. Hammer, Wichita, KS US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090020652	WING LEADING EDGE HAVING VORTEX GENERATORS - An arrangement of devices as well as a method for improving the aerodynamics of an aircraft wing are disclosed. In embodiments, a plurality of vortex generators are attached in span-wise alignment on an deice boot along the wing's leading edge. The vortex generators are, in embodiments, constructed of a flexible material such that they are able to be expanded along with the boot during inflation and deflation thus mechanically involving the aerodynamic devices in the ice-shedding process.	01-22-2009
20100145555	Flight Control System - A system and method for a controlling an aircraft with flight control surfaces that are controlled both manually and by a computing device is disclosed. The present invention improves overall flight control operation by reducing the mechanical flight control surface components while providing sufficient back-up control capability in the event of either a mechanical or power-related failure. Through the present invention, natural feedback is provided to the operator from the mechanical flight control surface which operates independent of computer-aided flight control surfaces. Further, through the present invention, force input signals received from the pilot are filtered to improve the operation of the computer-aided flight control surfaces.	06-10-2010

Joachim Hammer, Redmond, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120109892	PARTITIONING ONLINE DATABASES - The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for partitioning online databases. Online database operations, such as, for example, SPLIT, MERGE, and DROP, are used to alter the arrangement of partitions in a federated database. A SPLIT operation splits rows at one partition across a plurality of other partitions. A MERGE operation merges rows at a plurality of partitions in to one partition. A DROP operation shifts responsibility for rows of data from one partition to another partition and then drops the rows from the one partition.	05-03-2012
20120109926	SCOPED DATABASE CONNECTIONS - The present invention extends to methods, systems, and computer program products for scoping the context used to access a database partition. Embodiments of the invention enable data isolation using partitions in multi-tenant databases, while relieving client applications from dealing with the partitions. For example, a computer system that includes a distributed database system comprising a plurality of database partitions in a federation receives a context to use when performing database access operations within the distributed database system. The context identifies specified relevant portion of the federation. The computer system also receives a database access operation that is associated with the context. The computer system modifies the semantics of the database access operation in accordance with the associated context, to direct application of the database access operation to the specified relevant portion of the federation.	05-03-2012

John J. Hammer, Sahuarita, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110181033	APPARATUS AND METHOD TO VERIFY IDENTITY AND DOCUMENTS - A method to verify the authenticity of an identification document comprising one or more physical characteristics, one or more text areas, and one or more design elements, by determining if the one or more physical characteristics can be verified, and determining if the one or more text areas can be verified, and determining if the one or more design elements can be verified.	07-28-2011

John M. Hammer, Norcross, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100083382	Method and System for Managing Computer Security Information - A security management system includes a fusion engine which “fuses” or assembles information from multiple data sources and analyzes this information in order to detect relationships between raw events that may indicate malicious behavior and to provide an organized presentation of information to consoles without slowing down the processing performed by the data sources. The multiple data sources can comprise sensors or detectors that monitor network traffic or individual computers or both. The sensors can comprise devices that may be used in intrusion detection systems (IDS). The data sources can also comprise firewalls, audit systems, and other like security or IDS devices that monitor data traffic in real-time. The present invention can identify relationships between one or more real-time, raw computer events as they are received in real-time. The fusion engine can also assess and rank the risk of real-time raw events as well as mature correlation events.	04-01-2010

Joseph C. Hammer, Lexington, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100210186	MULTI-HEAD FLUID JET CUTTING SYSTEM - Embodiments of the invention provide multi-head fluid jet cutting systems and methods of utilizing such devices. A multi-head fluid jet cutting system includes a body having a plurality of fluid jet cutting heads installed therein. Each cutting head receives pressurized fluid from an intensifier and directs the fluid along a jet axis out of a nozzle of the head to form a cutting stream. In some embodiments, an abrasive material can be mixed with the fluid to form an abrasive fluid cutting stream. The body can be mounted to a motion system which moves the body, and therefore the cutting heads, relative to a work piece mounted upon a work bed. Each of the fluid jet cutting heads is coupled to an actuator which can control an on/off state of the cutting head. In some embodiments, an actuator mounting plate is provided to enable mounting of the actuators off of the jet axes.	08-19-2010

Joseph J. Hammer, Hillsborough, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090075371	Regenerative Medicine Devices and Foam Methods of Manufacture - The invention relates generally to devices for organ replacement and regenerative medicine providing a biocompatible and biodegradable scaffold capable of integral cell growth that forms a hollow chamber, as well as methods for producing such devices by lyophilizing biocompatible, biodegradable polymers to produce a seamless, three-dimensional shape.	03-19-2009
20090148495	Optimum Density Fibrous Matrix - An implantable biodegradable porous fibrous matrix is disclosed, the fibrous matrix being constructed of fibers arranged in a nonwoven array. The density of the nonwoven array is adjusted in the manufacturing process to obtain an optimum density of the array for tissue ingrowth. When implanted, the optimum density fibrous matrix provides for a superior biological response of the host in terms of tissue growth, especially for tissues containing glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). The optimum density fibrous matrix is therefore provided with properties useful in repair and/or regeneration of mammalian tissue.	06-11-2009
20090263484	Tissue Engineering Devices and Methods for Luminal Organs - Tissue engineering devices and methods are provided for the reconstruction, repair, augmentation, or replacement of a luminal organ or tissue structure involving the use of a biodegradable polymer matrix conforming to a portion of a laminarly arranged luminal organ, the processing of autologous, allogeneic or xenogeneic tissue comprising multiple cell populations to obtain a minced tissue composition, the seeding of the matrix with the composition, and the implanting of the seeded polymer matrix into a patient.	10-22-2009
20100152530	Biocompatible Fiber Based Device for Guided Tissue Regeneration - Tissue engineering devices for pelvic floor repair are disclosed. More specifically, tissue engineering devices made of an implant, having a central portion at least partially embedded within a nonwoven felt are disclosed.	06-17-2010

Joseph J. Hammer, Bridgewater, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110097381	CONFORMABLE TISSUE REPAIR IMPLANT CAPABLE OF INJECTION DELIVERY - A conformable tissue implant is provided for use in repairing or augmenting a tissue defect or injury site. The tissue implant contains a tissue carrier matrix comprising a plurality of biocompatible, bioresorbable granules and at least one tissue fragment in association with the granules. The tissue fragment contains one or more viable cells that can migrate from the tissue and populate the tissue carrier matrix. Also provided is a method for injectably delivering the tissue implant.	04-28-2011

Kenneth Wayne Hammer, Lutz, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120115490	Re-Routing Calls from Mobile Stations - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for re-routing calls from mobile stations. For example, in one embodiment, a call from a mobile station to a non-local number can be re-routed to a local number. The local number can then be used to communicate with a call server to deliver the re-routed call to the non-local number.	05-10-2012
20120115491	Re-Routing Calls From Mobile Stations - Systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products are provided for re-routing calls from mobile stations. For example, in one embodiment, a call from a mobile station to a non-local number can be re-routed to a local number. The local number can then be used to communicate with a call server to deliver the re-routed call to the non-local number.	05-10-2012

Kyle E. Hammer, Syosset, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090240616	Establishing an Inventory Management and Trading Application for Alternative, Liquid Repurchase Agreement Markets - The invention relates to a system and method for repo trading. The invention facilitates the inventory collection, organization, and search of the long and short positions of financial instruments such as corporate bonds and equities through the provision of a database. The invention also provides users with the ability to match borrowers and lenders with opposing positions for financial instruments. In a second embodiment the invention provides a system for creating pseudo-securities, from a diverse population of corporate bonds or equities that meet parameters specified by a user.	09-24-2009
20110270735	Establishing an Inventory Management and Trading Application for Alternative, Illiquid Repurchase Agreement Markets - The invention relates to a system and method for repo trading. The invention facilitates the inventory collection, organization, and search of the long and short positions of financial instruments such as corporate bonds and equities through the provision of a database. The invention also provides users with the ability to match borrowers and lenders with opposing positions for financial instruments. In a second embodiment the invention provides a system for creating pseudo-securities, from a diverse population of corporate bonds or equities that meet parameters specified by a user.	11-03-2011

Leslie G. Hammer, Granby, CT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100083939	Simple device for completely converting diesel fuel into useful energy and little carbon exhaust - This invention is for a simple device for converting the oxygen in air to ozone which then passes into the combustion chamber of a diesel fueled engine. When this device is used the amount of energy obtained from the diesel is greatly increased.	04-08-2010
20110030625	APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR THE PRODUCTION OF OZONE FOR AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE - An apparatus for the production of ozone for an internal combustion engine comprising a non-conductive shell having a first and second opening which allows air to flow therethrough and first and second electrodes disposed inside the shell. The first electrode is spaced a distance from the second electrode, the first electrode having a smaller diameter than, and being aligned axially within the second electrode. The first electrode permits air to flow therethrough. A high voltage source is connected to the first and second electrode, the high voltage source capable of producing a voltage differential on the first and second electrodes sufficient to cause the production of ozone. A change from oxygen to ozone occurs in the air flowing through the apparatus. The shell is preferably cylindrical.	02-10-2011

Leslie G. Hammer US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090107112	Simple device for completely converting diesel fuel into useful energy and little carbon exhaust - This invention is for a simple device for converting the oxygen in air to Ozone which then passes into the combustion chamber for a diesel fueled engine. When this device is used the amount of energy obtained from the diesel fuel combustion is is increased by about 25%.	04-30-2009

Mark Hammer, Gainesville, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100285451	DETECTION OF SUB-CELLULAR COMPARTMENT LOCALIZATION OF A MOLECULE USING A REDUCED AFFINITY ENZYME COMPLEMENTATION REPORTER SYSTEM - Methods and compositions for detecting the sub-cellular localization of a molecule are provided. Aspects of the invention include detecting translocation of a cell-surface receptor to a sub-cellular compartment, e.g., the endosome, using a reduced affinity enzyme complementation reporter system. Also provided are systems and kits for use in practicing embodiments of the methods.	11-11-2010

Matthew Hammer, Dallas, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080258056	METHOD FOR STEM SAMPLE INSPECTION IN A CHARGED PARTICLE BEAM INSTRUMENT - A method for sample examination in a dual-beam FIB calculates a first angle as a function of second, third and fourth angles defined by the geometry of the FIB and the tilt of the specimen stage. A fifth angle is calculated as a function of the stated angles, where the fifth angle is the angle between the long axis of an excised sample and the projection of the axis of the probe shaft onto the X-Y plane. The specimen stage is rotated by the calculated fifth angle, followed by attachment to the probe tip and lift-out. The sample may then be positioned perpendicular to the axis of the FIB electron beam for STEM analysis by rotation of the probe shaft through the first angle.	10-23-2008
20100025580	GRID HOLDER FOR STEM ANALYSIS IN A CHARGED PARTICLE INSTRUMENT - A grid holder for STEM analysis in a charged-particle instrument has a base jaw and a pivoting jaw. Both jaws have a substantially congruent inclined portion. The base jaw has a flat portion for mounting the holder on the sample carousel of a charged-particle instrument, such as a dual beam FIB. The inclined portion of the jaws is inclined to the flat portion of the holder at an angle A approximately equal to the difference between 90 degrees and the angle between the electron beam and the ion beam in the charged-particle instrument. The inclined portion of the jaws has a pocket for receiving and holding a sample grid. When a sample is mounted on the grid and the grid is held by the grid holder, the sample will be correctly oriented for ion-beam thinning when the sample carousel is horizontal. The thinned sample may then be placed perpendicular to the electron beam for STEM analysis by tilting the sample carousel by the same angle A.	02-04-2010
20110031396	METHOD FOR STEM SAMPLE INSPECTION IN A CHARGED PARTICLE BEAM INSTRUMENT - A method for sample examination in a dual-beam FIB calculates a first angle as a function of second, third and fourth angles defined by the geometry of the FIB and the tilt of the specimen stage. A fifth angle is calculated as a function of the stated angles, where the fifth angle is the angle between the long axis of an excised sample and the projection of the axis of the probe shaft onto the X-Y plane. The specimen stage is rotated by the calculated fifth angle, followed by attachment to the probe tip and lift-out. The sample may then be positioned perpendicular to the axis of the FIB electron beam for STEM analysis by rotation of the probe shaft through the first angle.	02-10-2011
20110031397	METHOD FOR STEM SAMPLE INSPECTION IN A CHARGED PARTICLE BEAM INSTRUMENT - A method for sample examination in a dual-beam FIB calculates a first angle as a function of second, third and fourth angles defined by the geometry of the FIB and the tilt of the specimen stage. A fifth angle is calculated as a function of the stated angles, where the fifth angle is the angle between the long axis of an excised sample and the projection of the axis of the probe shaft onto the X-Y plane. The specimen stage is rotated by the calculated fifth angle, followed by attachment to the probe tip and lift-out. The sample may then be positioned perpendicular to the axis of the FIB electron beam for STEM analysis by rotation of the probe shaft through the first angle.	02-10-2011

Matthew Hammer, Stoughton, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080270605	Distributing and Geographically Load Balancing Location Aware Communication Device Client-Proxy Applications - A method and system for balancing server work load for cellular phone client-proxy applications in an environment where the clients change position within a given geographic area is disclosed. The method comprises the steps of mapping, monitoring, automatically re-mapping the system when required, updating a map address book, and updating a client address book. The system has a mapping system and a communication system connected to a plurality of servers, proxy servers and applications by an internal network. The proxy servers are connected to a plurality of clients by the Internet. If a threshold is exceeded, the monitoring program sends a message to a mapping program. Upon receipt of the message, the mapping program uses a rules engine to calculate a new map graph to remove load from an overloaded server (or servers) and to adjust communication requirements for data by reconfiguring partitions.	10-30-2008
20080288950	Concurrent Management of Adaptive Programs - A method for concurrent management of adaptive programs is disclosed wherein changes in a set of modifiable references are initially identified. A list of uses of the changed references is next computed using records made in structures of the references. The list is next inserted into an elimination queue. Comparison is next made of each of the uses to the other uses to determine independence or dependence thereon. Determined dependent uses are eliminated and the preceding steps are repeated for all determined independent uses until all dependencies have been eliminated.	11-20-2008

Michael Hammer, Pine Brook, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100094349	Multi-Axial Connection System - A system and method for a multi-axial connection of an apparatus to bone. The system may include a fastener inserted into a body and a head of the fastener held within a chamber of the body through a combination of a retention ring, a pressure cap, a rod, and a compression element. The compression element applies force to the rod which, in turn, pushed on the pressure cap. The force on the pressure cap urges it against the head of the fastener and pushed it against the retention ring. The force on the retention ring causes it to expand to the walls of the chamber. Once the ring can no longer expand within the chamber, the head of the fastener is wedged between the retention ring and the pressure cap.	04-15-2010

Michael P. Hammer, Reston, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090016323	System, Method, and Apparatus for Maintaining Call State Information for Real-Time Call Sessions - A method for facilitating communication sessions includes establishing a communication session between a first endpoint and a second endpoint, sending a hibernation message from the first endpoint, and receiving the hibernation message by the second endpoint. The method further includes storing, by the first and second endpoint, session state information associated with the communication session in response to receiving the hibernation message, and deactivating at least a portion of the communication session. After storing the session state information by the first and second endpoints, the method further includes retrieving the session state information by the first and second endpoints, and reestablishing the deactivated portion of the communication session.	01-15-2009

Mike Hammer, Phoenix, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090189013	NON-HANDED ENGINE COWL DOORS FOR FUSELAGE MOUNTED TURBINE ENGINES - An engine cowl door assembly is provided for fuselage mounted turbine engines to minimize manufacturing costs and part counts. In one embodiment, the engine cowl door assembly includes at least one non-handed engine cowl door, a pylon apron coupled to the fuselage of an aircraft and providing an attachment point for a first portion of the engine cowl door and a fairing coupled to the turbine engine and providing a latching point for a second portion of the engine cowl door to the turbine engine. The pylon apron, positioned on an inboard side of the turbine engine, and the fairing, positioned on an outboard side of the turbine engine, are identically shaped to provide interchangeability of the engine cowl door from a turbine engine mounted on a first side of an aircraft fuselage to a turbine engine mounted on a opposed second side of an aircraft fuselage.	07-30-2009

Philip Hammer, Research Triangle Park, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110252503	Plants With Improved Nitrogen Utilization and Stress Tolerance - The present invention relates to transgenic plants that have increased nitrogen use efficiency, stress tolerance, and/or alleviating a limitation such that yield is increased, or a combination of these and that have been transformed using a novel vector construct including a synthetic N-acetyl glutamate kinase (NAGK) gene that modulates nitrogen use in plants. The invention also includes the overexpression and enzymatic characterization of an arginine-insensitive NAGK isolated from a bacterial strain that improves stress tolerance and nitrogen uptake, metabolism or both. In various embodiments, the vector construct includes one or more nucleic acid sequences including SEQ ID NO: 1. The invention also relates to isolated vectors for transforming plants and to antibodies used for detecting transformed plants. The invention also relates to methods of expressing in plants the nucleic acid molecules corresponding to the nucleic acid sequences that modulate nitrogen use in plants or are modulated by nitrogen conditions.	10-13-2011

Randall E. Hammer, Muskego, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080302891	FOOD WASTE DISPOSER WITH DISHWASHER INLET AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - A food waste disposer has a food conveying section, a motor section and a central grinding section disposed between the food conveying section. The motor section includes a motor having a motor shaft coupled to a rotatable plate of a grinding mechanism in the grinding section. An anti-vibration mount is disposed around an inlet of the food conveying section. The food conveying section includes a housing, which can be a plastic molded housing, having dishwasher inlet having an outer portion extending outwardly from the housing and an inner portion extending into the housing that is removably received in the housing. The inner portion of the dishwasher inlet may be slidably received in the housing with the housing including grooves on opposed sides of an opening that receive tongues on opposed sides of a body of the inner portion of the dishwasher inlet. The inner and outer portions of the dishwasher inlet have passageways connected by the opening in the housing when the inner portion of the dishwasher inlet is in place.	12-11-2008

Robert F. Hammer, St. Louis, MO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100238671	LED LUMINAIRE - A luminaire having a plurality of LED boards mounted within a housing is provided. Each LED board has at least one light emitting diode mounted thereon and an axis extending from a first end of the board to a second end of the board. Each LED board is adjusted about its respective axis to an orientation that is unique from at least two other LED boards.	09-23-2010
20110013397	LED LUMINAIRE - A luminaire having a plurality of LED boards mounted within a housing is provided. Each LED board has at least one light emitting diode mounted thereon and an axis extending from a first end of the board to a second end of the board. Each LED board is adjusted about its respective axis to an orientation that is unique from at least two other LED boards.	01-20-2011

Robert P. Hammer, Baton Rouge, LA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090215105	Tetraazaporphyrin-Based Compounds and Their Uses - Asymmetrically substituted metal-phthalocyanine compounds are disclosed. These compounds and other phthalo-cyanine-derivatives are used in bioimaging, bioanalysis, FRET and quenching techniques, photodynamic therapy, DNA analysis for cells, proteins, tissues and other biological entities, and other applications. Near-infrared fluorescence minimizes matrix effects typically seen in other methods of analyzing biochemical entities in cells, proteins, tissues and other biological entities.	08-27-2009
20100006437	DETECTION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCE DIFFERENCES USING COUPLED LIGASE DETECTION AND POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTIONS - The present invention relates to a method for identifying a target nucleotide sequence. This method involves forming a ligation product on a target nucleotide sequence in a ligase detection reaction mixture, amplifying the ligation product to form an amplified ligation product in a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) mixture, detecting the amplified ligation product, and identifying the target nucleotide sequence. Such coupling of the ligase detection reaction and the polymerase chain reaction permits multiplex detection of nucleic acid sequence differences.	01-14-2010
20100173787	DETECTION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCE DIFFERENCES USING THE LIGASE DETECTION REACTION WITH ADDRESSABLE ARRAYS - The present invention describes a method for identifying one or more of a plurality of sequences differing by one or more single base changes, insertions, deletions, or translocations in a plurality of target nucleotide sequences. The method includes a ligation phase, a capture phase, and a detection phase. The ligation phase utilizes a ligation detection reaction between one oligonucleotide probe, which has a target sequence-specific portion and an addressable array-specific portion, and a second oligonucleotide probe, having a target sequence-specific portion and a detectable label. After the ligation phase, the capture phase is carried out by hybridizing the ligated oligonucleotide probes to a solid support with an array of immobilized capture oligonucleotides at least some of which are complementary to the addressable array-specific portion. Following completion of the capture phase, a detection phase is carried out to detect the labels of ligated oligonucleotide probes hybridized to the solid support.	07-08-2010
20100173790	DETECTION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCE DIFFERENCES USING THE LIGASE DETECTION REACTION WITH ADDRESSABLE ARRAYS - The present invention describes a method for identifying one or more of a plurality of sequences differing by one or more single base changes, insertions, deletions, or translocations in a plurality of target nucleotide sequences. The method includes a ligation phase, a capture phase, and a detection phase. The ligation phase utilizes a ligation detection reaction between one oligonucleotide probe, which has a target sequence-specific portion and an addressable array-specific portion, and a second oligonucleotide probe, having a target sequence-specific portion and a detectable label. After the ligation phase, the capture phase is carried out by hybridizing the ligated oligonucleotide probes to a solid support with an array of immobilized capture oligonucleotides at least some of which are complementary to the addressable array-specific portion. Following completion of the capture phase, a detection phase is carried out to detect the labels of ligated oligonucleotide probes hybridized to the solid support.	07-08-2010
20100173802	DETECTION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCE DIFFERENCES USING THE LIGASE DETECTION REACTION WITH ADDRESSABLE ARRAYS - The present invention describes a method for identifying one or more of a plurality of sequences differing by one or more single base changes, insertions, deletions, or translocations in a plurality of target nucleotide sequences. The method includes a ligation phase, a capture phase, and a detection phase. The ligation phase utilizes a ligation detection reaction between one oligonucleotide probe, which has a target sequence-specific portion and an addressable array-specific portion, and a second oligonucleotide probe, having a target sequence-specific portion and a detectable label. After the ligation phase, the capture phase is carried out by hybridizing the ligated oligonucleotide probes to a solid support with an array of immobilized capture oligonucleotides at least some of which are complementary to the addressable array-specific portion. Following completion of the capture phase, a detection phase is carried out to detect the labels of ligated oligonucleotide probes hybridized to the solid support.	07-08-2010
20110177975	DETECTION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCE DIFFERENCES USING THE LIGASE DETECTION REACTION WITH ADDRESSABLE ARRAYS - The present invention describes a method for identifying one or more of a plurality of sequences differing by one or more single base changes, insertions, deletions, or translocations in a plurality of target nucleotide sequences. The method includes a ligation phase, a capture phase, and a detection phase. The ligation phase utilizes a ligation detection reaction between one oligonucleotide probe, which has a target sequence-specific portion and an addressable array-specific portion, and a second oligonucleotide probe, having a target sequence-specific portion and a detectable label. After the ligation phase, the capture phase is carried out by hybridizing the ligated oligonucleotide probes to a solid support with an array of immobilized capture oligonucleotides at least some of which are complementary to the addressable array-specific portion. Following completion of the capture phase, a detection phase is carried out to detect the labels of ligated oligonucleotide probes hybridized to the solid support.	07-21-2011
20120071364	DETECTION OF NUCLEIC ACID SEQUENCE DIFFERENCES USING THE LIGASE DETECTION REACTION WITH ADDRESSABLE ARRAYS - The present invention describes a method for identifying one or more of a plurality of sequences differing by one or more single base changes, insertions, deletions, or translocations in a plurality of target nucleotide sequences. The method includes a ligation phase, a capture phase, and a detection phase. The ligation phase utilizes a ligation detection reaction between one oligonucleotide probe, which has a target sequence-specific portion and an addressable array-specific portion, and a second oligonucleotide probe, having a target sequence-specific portion and a detectable label. After the ligation phase, the capture phase is carried out by hybridizing the ligated oligonucleotide probes to a solid support with an array of immobilized capture oligonucleotides at least some of which are complementary to the addressable array-specific portion. Following completion of the capture phase, a detection phase is carried out to detect the labels of ligated oligonucleotide probes hybridized to the solid support.	03-22-2012

Robert P. Hammer, Acton, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110263500	Curcumin Conjugates for Treating and Preventing Cancers - Conjugating LHRH to curcumin (LHRH-Curcumin) substantially enhances the bioavailability of curcumin, targets it to cells expressing LHRH receptors, facilitates intravenous administration, and increases the anti-cancer efficacy of curcumin. The conjugate may be used against cancer cells that express the LHRH receptor: pancreas, prostate, breast, testicular, uterine, ovarian, melanoma. LH-Curcumin conjugates may be used against cancer cells that express the LH receptor: prostate, breast, ovary, testis, uterus, pancreas, and melanoma.	10-27-2011

Rodney L. Hammer, Lewiston, UT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090137367	INCLINING TREADMILL WITH MAGNETIC BRAKING SYSTEM - A selectively inclining hiking exercise apparatus supports a user ambulating thereon. The selectively inclining hiking exercise apparatus includes a support base and a treadbase that selectively inclines with respect to the support base. The treadbase includes a motor for driving an endless belt upon which the user ambulates. The treadbase also includes a magnetic braking assembly for regulating the speed of the endless belt to prevent the endless belt from moving at a rate that is faster than the rate at which the treadbase motor is driving the endless belt. The magnetic braking assembly includes a magnet that selectively moves relative to the treadbase flywheel along a threaded lead screw to provide the braking force.	05-28-2009
20110152039	EXERCISE DEVICE WITH MAGNETIC BRAKING SYSTEM - A selectively inclining hiking exercise apparatus supports a user ambulating thereon. The selectively inclining hiking exercise apparatus includes a support base and a treadbase that selectively inclines with respect to the support base. The treadbase includes a motor for driving an endless belt upon which the user ambulates. The treadbase also includes a magnetic braking assembly for regulating the speed of the endless belt to prevent the endless belt from moving at a rate that is faster than the rate at which the treadbase motor is driving the endless belt. The magnetic braking assembly includes a magnet that selectively moves relative to the treadbase flywheel along a threaded lead screw to provide the braking force.	06-23-2011

Stephen C. Hammer, Atlanta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100332962	DETERMINING WEB ANALYTICS INFORMATION - A system and associated method for determining web analytics information. A Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) request for a target page referred from a referring page by a mouse click is processed to calculate web analytics data in the target page. The web analytics data regarding a mouse cursor position, a 2-dimensional information of the target page, and the URL of the referring page is transmitted to a web analytics server to generate the web analytics information for the referring page in format of a heat map of the referring page.	12-30-2010

Stephen C. Hammer, Marietta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080294904	METHOD TO PREVENT ACCESS OF WEB APPLICATIONS FROM BOOKMARKED LINKS - An improved solution for accessing a web application is provided. In an embodiment of the invention, a method for controlling access to a web application includes: receiving a request for a first web page application, wherein the first web application is connected to a second web page application via a link at the second web page application; determining if the request is likely from a book marked link to the first web page application or from the link at the second web page application; and providing one of the second web page application and the first web page application based on the determining	11-27-2008
20080300700	CROWD NOISE ANALYSIS - The present invention generally provides a way to analyze crowd noise to identify “highlights” or the like. Specifically, an audio stream containing crowd noise from an event (e.g., sporting event, political rally, religious gathering, etc) is captured (e.g., using microphones) and time coded. The audio stream is normalized based on geography and processed to remove undesired artifacts and to identify a set (at least one) of highlights. Based on at least one threshold, at least one highlight is selected from the set of highlights.	12-04-2008

Stephen Carl Hammer, Marietta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110131596	VIDEO STREAM MEASUREMENT METHOD AND SYSTEM - A video stream measurement method and system. The method includes receiving by a computing system, a video stream comprising plurality of timestamps located at specified intervals of the video stream. The computing system broadcasts the video stream for a user and decodes a first time stamp broadcasted during a first time period. The computing system monitors a user interaction function performed by the user and associated with the video stream. The computing system generates and transmits a report comprising a description associated with the user interaction function. The computing system receives an analysis associated with the report.	06-02-2011

Steve Hammer, Overland Park, KS US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080265084	STABILIZER DISPENSER AND CONTAINER - An apparatus for dispensing stabilizer material is provided. The apparatus includes one or more spools and stabilizer material. The stabilizer material is disposed around at least one of the one or more spools. The apparatus also includes a dispenser containing the one or more spools and the stabilizer material.	10-30-2008

Steven J. Hammer, Lilburn, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080237331	METHOD OF PROGRAMMING A BARCODE SCANNER - A method of programming a barcode label with a single programming barcode label. The method includes printing a single programming barcode label for implementing a plurality of program features by a computer, and scanning the single programming barcode label.	10-02-2008
20090001168	BARCODE SCANNER INCLUDING A MULTI-TASKING PATTERN MIRROR - Barcode scanner including a multitasking pattern mirror which allows the size of a scanner to be reduced without decreasing performance. The bar code scanner includes a laser for producing a laser beam, a mirrored spinner for reflecting the laser beam, and a plurality of pattern mirrors for directing the laser beam from the mirrored spinner to produce a scan pattern and for directing light reflected from an item to the mirrored spinner. One of the pattern mirrors is located between the laser and the mirrored spinner and includes an aperture for allowing the laser beam to pass through. The one pattern mirror may also serve to direct the reflected light from the mirrored spinner to the collector.	01-01-2009

Vincent M. Hammer, Milton, VT US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080246761	Systems for hybrid geometric/volumetric representation of 3d objects - The invention provides a system for modeling three-dimensional objects using hybrid geometric/volumetric representation, wherein sharp edges are created by a geometric representation that is connected to the volumetric representation. The system creates, maintains, and updates the hybrid representation according to user input. The system also provides for conversion of the hybrid representation into either a wholly geometric representation or a wholly volumetric representation, as may be needed for output to a given device, such as a display device, a printer, and/or a fabricating device.	10-09-2008
20090248184	Haptically enabled dental modeling system - The invention provides a digital dentistry system that utilizes a haptic interface and features a computer-based design application configured to allow the intuitive construction of irregular, amorphous three-dimensional structures typically seen in dental restorations, utilizing, where appropriate, the design skills of a user. In certain embodiments, the system provides a comprehensive digital solution for dental labs in the business of creating dental restorations such as partial frameworks, crowns, copings, bridge frameworks, implants and the like, with a sense of touch provided by a haptic interface device.	10-01-2009
20110254839	Systems and Methods for Creating Near Real-Time Embossed Meshes - A system is provided for creating a preview embossed mesh for graphical display to a user. The system includes a graphical user interface device and a computer, which includes a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) and a Central Processing Unit (CPU). A memory for use with the computer is configured to (a) determine a 3D volumetric mask, (b) determine a distance map corresponding to the 3D volumetric mask, and (c) render offset geometry. The GPU is used to compute the distance map within the 3D volumetric mask. The distance map and the 3D volumetric mask are accessible by a shader to provide a preview embossed mesh for graphical display. The system also includes a video display to graphically display the preview embossed mesh to the user.	10-20-2011

Walter F. Hammer, Newtown, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110258863	Pencil Sharpener - A pencil-sharpener tool for carpenter pencils includes a housing, a pencil-tip-insertion hole, and a hex-bit-drive hole. The pencil-tip-insertion hole may configured in to receive a portion of a carpenter pencil. The hex-bit-drive hole may extend at least partially through the housing opposite the pencil-tip-insertion hole. The hex-bit-drive hole may also be in axial alignment with the pencil-tip-insertion hole and the central axis of the housing. The housing, the pencil-tip insertion hole, and the hex-bit-drive hole may be in fixed relation to each other, and may move in unison when the hex bit is inserted inside the hex-bit-drive hole and rotates clockwise or counterclockwise.	10-27-2011
20110265911	Pencil Sharpener, Adapter, and Method of Making Same - An example adapter for converting a manual-pencil sharpener into a powered sharpener for carpenter pencils is described. The example adapter has a housing including two cavities. A first cavity is configured to receive a substantial portion of a manual-pencil sharpener for carpenter pencils therein. A second cavity extends in a lengthwise and axial position opposite the first cavity. The second cavity has a complementary shape and size configured to receive a substantial portion of a hex-bit therein.	11-03-2011