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Benjamin Karl Harden, Frisco, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110145857SCALABLE ADVERTISING SYSTEM FOR DYNAMICALLY INSERTING ADVERTISEMENTS - An advertising client device for inserting an advertisement into a live video programming stream is provided. One embodiment of the advertising client device comprises a match engine executed on a processor of the advertising client device. The match engine is configured to receive a programming stream from a media server upon tuning to the programming stream, to send an advertising decision request, after a predetermined delay time after tuning to the programming stream, to an advertising decision server for one or more advertising decisions for a predetermined programming time block, to receive an advertising decision response from the advertising decision server, to insert an advertisement into the programming stream based on a match between an in-band marker included in the programming stream and the advertising decision response, and to send the programming stream including the advertisement to a display for viewing.06-16-2011

Chris W. Harden, Griffin, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100328466INFRARED ILLUMINATOR WITH VARIABLE BEAM ANGLE - An infrared illuminator including at least two carrier members in angularly adjustable relation with respect to one another, each carrier member having at least one infrared light source mounted thereto, for projecting infrared light in a variable illumination pattern. The illuminator may also include at least one fan for cooling the light sources, and a housing for containing the light sources. The carrier members are positionally adjustable such that the width, range, and/or intensity of the light projected by the illuminator can be varied depending on the desired application.12-30-2010

Chris W. Harden, Griffn, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090207249CLIMATE CONTROLLED SURVEILLANCE SYSTEM - A climate controlled surveillance system that includes a housing for enclosing a surveillance device. The system includes a Peltier device and a liquid coolant. The Peltier device extracts heat from the housing, which is then transferred to the liquid coolant by conduction and/or convection.08-20-2009

Daniel K. Harden, Palo Alto, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100018939Infant Feeding Container - An infant feeding container is disclosed to provide a feeding experience closely resembling natural breast feeding. The container includes a first part having a rigid substrate and a pliant over-mold having a first portion unsupported by the substrate and a second portion molded over and supported by the substrate. The first portion has a breast-like shape and a ducted nipple. The container further includes a second part for engaging the first part to seal the container.01-28-2010
20100236974Lunch Box with Configurable Handle, Accessories, Containers, and Display Inserts - A lunch box system includes a hollow body, two lids, a handle, and interchangeable display inserts. The hollow body has an external rib around the sides of the hollow body. The external rib defines holes along its length. The handle detachably secures to any two of the holes. The lids cover the open ends of the hollow body and each has tabs on their exterior for detachably securing the display inserts. Other accessories may also be detachably secured to the holes of the external rib.09-23-2010
20100308004Cap for Sealing Nipple - A cap includes a cavity for receiving the rounded tip of a nipple. The cavity narrows from an open end to a neck, and widens from the neck to a closed end. The neck forms an interference fit with the rounded tip, and the interference fit forms a sealed compartment in the cap that encloses an aperture in the rounded tip.12-09-2010

Deanna K. Harden, Fontana, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110080897Communications resource management - A communications resource management system. The system includes a first module for prioritizing incoming messages and a second module for steering the messages in response to the prioritization by the first module. The first module assigns a message priority to each message based on a plurality of parameters such as mission mode, message type, and timeliness factor. The second module selects the most optimal communications resource for the message with the highest message priority by assigning a transmitter priority to each communications resource based on a plurality of factors such as estimated message arrival time, availability, and waveform compatibility. The message with the highest message priority is steered to the communications resource with the highest transmitter priority at the moment the message is sent. The first and second modules are each implemented using decision tree logic.04-07-2011

Eric Lee Harden, Cypress, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100163239APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR INSPECTING AND CLEANING SUBSEA FLEX JOINTS - A remotely operated device for inspecting and/or cleaning a subsea flexible pipe joint comprises a support assembly. In addition, the device comprises a tool positioning assembly coupled to the support assembly. The tool positioning assembly includes a rotating member disposed about a central axis. The tool positioning assembly is rotatable relative to the support assembly about the central axis. Further, the device comprises a cleaning assembly including a cleaning device adapted to clean the flexible pipe joint. The cleaning device is axially moveable relative to the rotating member. Still further, the device comprises a clamping assembly coupled to the support assembly. The clamping assembly has an open position disengaged with the section of the flexible pipe joint and a closed position engaging the section of the flexible pipe joint.07-01-2010

James D. Harden, Benton Harbor, MI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110133380MICRO CELLULAR URETHANE (MCU) PROGRESSIVE RATE BUMP STOP/SPRING AID - The present invention provides an improved Micro Cellular Urethane (hereinafter ‘MCU’) bump stop/spring aid having a plurality of struts adapted to level the rate transition as sections are folded onto one another. MCU bump stops/spring aids are well known in the art to assist vehicle suspension systems. More particularly, bump stops/spring aids are frequently used with vehicle suspension systems in connection with shocks and strut assemblies. These assemblies provide a comfortable ride in addition to influencing the control and handling of the vehicle. The struts are positioned around the circumference of the MCU bump stop/spring aid. The added struts between the undercuts partially support the outer surfaces of the MCU bump stop/spring aid. Struts are generally molded between the outer surfaces. Struts may also be molded on an inner surface. The plurality of struts improves upon existing technology by improving performance characteristics.06-09-2011

James Philip Harden, Lexington, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090142097Toner Transfer Systems With An Adjustable Transfer Belt For Use In An Image Forming Device - The present application is directed to toner transfer systems with an adjustable transfer belt. The transfer belt transfers toner images from a first location to a second location. Two or more support rolls position and drive the transfer belt. A tensioning device is operatively connected to one of the support rolls. The tensioning device moves the support roll between a first position that places a first amount of tension on the belt, and a second position that places a lesser second amount of tension on the belt. The support roll is in the first position during image formation, and in the second position during non-image formation such as storage and shipping.06-04-2009

Jeffrey Allen Harden, Dunlap, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120009857Meat Scoring and Cutting Implement - A meat scoring or cutting implement having a thin, elongated blade lying along a blade longitudinal axis that is curved along its length, to define a bend or curve in the blade. The blade defines opposing side surfaces that meet at an acute angle to thereby define a cutting edge along at least a portion of the length of the blade. The blade further defines a tip at one end, the tip at least in part defined by an end wall that lies at an obtuse angle to the cutting edge.01-12-2012

Jeffrey S. Harden, Omaha, NE US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090024508METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR HANDLING METHOD LEVEL PROCESSING IN CONNECTION WITH CARDHOLDER ACCOUNT PROCESSING - A method and system are provided for automatically adjusting individual components of account processing for credit card accounts or other financial accounts based on characteristics and behavior of individual account holders. A first data store holds account data for financial accounts, including the account processing methods and associated method overrides applied to each financial account as well as account history information. A second data store holds decision rules for determining whether to apply a method override to the financial account based on the account history information. A decision engine retrieves the decision rules from the second data store and the account history information from the first data store, then determines, based on the decision rules and the account history information, whether a method override should be applied to the financial account. The decision engine then applies the method override to the financial account.01-22-2009

Jeremy Harden, Norman, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110005503Exhaust gas recirculation valve contaminant removal - An exhaust gas recirculation system including an exhaust gas passageway which routes a flow of exhaust gas from an exhaust gas source to an intake manifold; an exhaust gas passageway valve which controls flow to the intake manifold; a cooling system coupled with the exhaust gas passageway positioned at a location upstream of the exhaust gas source and downstream of the intake manifold and operable to transfer heat from the flow of exhaust gas to a coolant in flow communication with the cooling system; a bypass passageway coupled with the exhaust gas passageway and bypassing the cooling system; a bypass valve operable to control flow through the bypass passageway; at least one valve operation sensor; and a controller operable to control the bypass valve to direct the flow of exhaust gas to the bypass passageway during exhaust gas recirculation based on a signal from the valve operation sensor.01-13-2011

Joel Harden, Philadelphia, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080252008Method of playing a mathematical game - The present invention is directed to a mathematical game. Such method comprises (1) generating a separate set of calculating numbers for each individual player or team; (2) designating certain math operations (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) available to each player; (3) generating a target number applicable to all players; (4) players calculating the target number by combining all of their calculating numbers with any combination of some or all of the designated math operations; and (5) players announcing their calculations.10-16-2008

John Harden, Tallmadge, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120127136DISPLAY DEVICE INCLUDING PIEZOELECTRIC AND LIQUID CRYSTAL LAYERS - A display device includes a piezoelectric layer. First electrically conductive electrodes are disposed on both sides of the piezoelectric layer. A bistable liquid crystal layer is disposed adjacent the piezoelectric layer. Second electrically conductive electrodes are disposed on both sides of the liquid crystal layer. The liquid crystal layer can be addressed by electrically addressing the piezoelectric layer causing the piezoelectric layer to move into contact with the liquid crystal layer, changing the brightness of pixels of the liquid crystal layer.05-24-2012

John Harden, Raleigh, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080280764 Method of Desiccating and/or Defoliating Glyphosate Resistant Crops - The present invention relates to the use of 3-phenyluracils of formula (I) wherein the variables R11-13-2008

John M. Harden, Oxford, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110301973METHOD OF DELIVERING GOODS AND SERVICES VIA MEDIA RELATED APPLICATIONS - A method of delivering goods or services via an encoded medium to a holder includes generating data in a database associated with a central computing station in response to an assignee of the medium and a provider of goods or services separately communicatively linking the medium to a central computing station. The data generated in the database includes the identity of the assignee, the identity of the goods or services associated with the medium, and the identity of the goods or services provided by the provider. A value of the medium is established, wherein the medium assumes different values based on various conditions. After the provider of goods or services provides the goods or services to the holder, the value of the medium is updated and recorded in the database.12-08-2011
20120078688Method of Delivering Goods and Services Via Media - A method for distributing a prescription pharmaceutical product includes recording a unique identifier in a database that identifies a medium and a prescription pharmaceutical product associated with the medium. The database is provisioned with criteria that establish different potential values for the medium. Thus, the medium has a variable value that varies according to the criteria provisioned in the database. A holder of the medium then presents the medium to a provider of the prescription pharmaceutical product. Upon receipt the medium, the provider communicates the unique identifier associated with the medium. Based on the unique identifier of the medium and the variable value criteria provisioned in the database, the value of the medium is determined and communicated to the provider. The holder then utilizes the determined value to purchase the prescription pharmaceutical product associated with the medium.03-29-2012
20120078900Method of Delivering Goods and Services Via Media - A method for distributing a prescription pharmaceutical product includes recording a unique identifier in a database that identifies a medium and a prescription pharmaceutical product associated with the medium. The database is provisioned with criteria that establish different potential values for the medium. Thus, the medium has a variable value that varies according to the criteria provisioned in the database. A holder of the medium then presents the medium to a provider of the prescription pharmaceutical product. Upon receipt the medium, the provider communicates the unique identifier associated with the medium. Based on the unique identifier of the medium and the variable value criteria provisioned in the database, the value of the medium is determined and communicated to the provider. The holder then utilizes the determined value to purchase the prescription pharmaceutical product associated with the medium.03-29-2012
20120089443Method of Delivering Goods and Services Via Media - A method for distributing a prescription pharmaceutical product includes recording a unique identifier in a database that identifies a medium and a prescription pharmaceutical product associated with the medium. The database is provisioned with criteria that establish different potential values for the medium. Thus, the medium has a variable value that varies according to the criteria provisioned in the database. A holder of the medium then presents the medium to a provider of the prescription pharmaceutical product. Upon receipt the medium, the provider communicates the unique identifier associated with the medium. Based on the unique identifier of the medium and the variable value criteria provisioned in the database, the value of the medium is determined and communicated to the provider. The holder then utilizes the determined value to purchase the prescription pharmaceutical product associated with the medium.04-12-2012

Johnnie M. Harden, Frostproof, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080241323AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT DISINFECTING SYSTEM - Disclosed herein is a system for sanitizing objects, particularly food products such as fruits and vegetables. The system includes two or more tanks for generation and storage of chlorine dioxide. The system provides for the simultaneous use and generation of chlorine dioxide so that the system avoids undesired down-time.10-02-2008

John S. Harden, Raleigh, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120015812Mixtures of strobilurins with triexapac-ethyl - The present invention relates to mixtures comprising 01-19-2012
20120022021Mixtures of strobilurins with 1-methylcyclopropene - The present invention relates to mixtures comprising 01-26-2012

Kelly Harden, Orlando, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120057925FILE BINDER AND DOCUMENT ORGANIZER - Disclosed herein is an organizer comprising a unique structural configuration to house and store both non-perforated documents and perforated documents. The organizer comprises a ring binder that is associated with an expandable compartment that is arranged peripheral to the ring binder.03-08-2012

Kristin Harden, Pacifica, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090258013NOVEL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR THE TREATMENT OF IMMUNE RELATED DISEASES - The present invention relates to compositions and methods of using those compositions for the diagnosis and treatment of immune related diseases.10-15-2009

Leslie A. Harden, Richmond, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100057372RAPID IDENTIFICATION OF PROTEINS AND THEIR CORRESPONDING SOURCE ORGANISMS BY GAS PHASE FRAGMENTATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF PROTEIN BIOMARKERS - Embodiments of the present invention relate to the identification of proteins using laser desorption ionization mass spectrometry, the identification of source organisms comprising the identified proteins and a computer readable storage medium storing instructions that, when executed by a computer cause the computer to perform a method for the identification of proteins using mass spectra generated through the application of laser desorption ionization mass spectrometry of the proteins.03-04-2010

Lewis Wayne Harden, Corpus Christi, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080211245Sport bike tow sling II - A sling is disclosed for use on a conventional tow truck to facilitate and minimize damage in towing a motorcycle, with a preferred application for towing a sport bike. The sling comprises a single-component lifting brace (09-04-2008

Matthew J. Harden, Powell, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110060506MODULAR SEAT CONTROL SWITCH SYSTEM - Some embodiments relate to a modular vehicle seat control system including a plurality of control units direct mounted to one or more other control system units through a bus system. The modular construction obviates the need for additional wiring, and enables a manufacturer to install one or more of the control units in any suitable arrangement by engaging the control units through rigidly mounted bus connectors. Suitable control units can comprise manually actuated components for controlling any of a wide variety of vehicle seat functions.03-10-2011
20120056459VEHICLE SEAT - A vehicle seat movable between a seating mode, an ingress/egress mode, and a cargo mode includes a vehicle seat rotation controlling apparatus. The vehicle seat rotation controlling apparatus allows a seat back to be rotated toward a seat bottom into the ingress/egress mode while holding the seat bottom in an elevated position. Further, the vehicle seat rotation controlling apparatus allows the seat back to be rotated further toward the seat bottom into the cargo mode while rotating the seat bottom into a lowered position. When the vehicle seat is moved from the cargo mode to the seating mode, the seat back is rotated away from the seat bottom while the vehicle seat rotation controlling apparatus causes the seat bottom to rotate into the elevated position.03-08-2012

Paul Harden, Brentwood, CA US

Vanessa Lynn Harden, Westville, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110286783Toothpaste Dispensing Toothbrush with Mouthwash Strip Roll Compartment - A toothbrush combined with a toothpaste dispenser with a wall mounted holder. The present invention comprises of a twist knob that is able to push a piston up a toothpaste compartment. The piston creates pressure inside the toothpaste compartment and causes the toothpaste to travel up a main channel. The main channel branches into a plurality of smaller tubes. Each tube has a respective rubber tube dispenser that protrudes and extends from the brush head. The rubber tube dispensers allow the toothpaste to be dispensed on top of the bristles. The toothbrush additionally comprises of a mouthwash strip roll dispensing mechanism positioned in the knob.11-24-2011