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Harvey Appelbe, Kildare IE

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110231354TRANSPORT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A car pooling transport management system (09-22-2011

Harvey Buck, Jr., Indianapolis, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100156633Liquid infusion pump - A method is provided for controlling change access to a display menu of an ambulatory liquid infusion pump. A programmed menu of the infusion pump may be displayed and a menu lock flag may be monitored. Changes to at least one active item of the programmed menu may be disabled if the menu lock flag is activated.06-24-2010
20110063094Device and methods for optimizing communications between a medical device and a remote electronic device - An electronic device may communicate wirelessly with another electronic device. The electronic device may include a first processor configured to control only wireless communications with the another device but not operations associated only with the electronic device, a second processor configured to control the operations associated only with the electronic device but not the wireless communications with the another device, and a memory device connected between the first and second processors. The first and second processors may each be configured to exchange information with the memory device separately and independently of the exchange of information by the other of the first and second processors with the memory device.03-17-2011

Harvey Bumpers, Mountain, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080227720Tumor cytotoxicity induced by modulators of the CXCR4 receptor - The present invention provides a means of selectively killing epithelial cell carcinomas by administering a CXCR4-specific sequence of the Gp120 protein or Nef proteins or the proteins themselves (the modulators) such as that found in strains HIV-1, HIV-2, SIV, or FIV CXCR4-specific Gp 120 sequences or Nef proteins or sequences may be delivered to the mucosa or systemically. The mucosal means of application include oral, intranasal, ocular, intravaginal, rectal, and/or intraurethral administration in liquid or particulate form.09-18-2008

Harvey Carp, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100286735Uterine Electrical Stimulation System and Method - Some embodiments of the invention provide a system and method for treating insufficient uterine contractions after labor and delivery. The system includes a control module and a current source controlled by the control module to produce stimulating current at a frequency greater than or equal to about 5.0 Hertz. The system also includes one or more stimulation electrodes to provide the stimulating current to the patient in order for the patient to produce tonic uterine contractions.11-11-2010

Harvey Grasty, Los Gatos, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090043694SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INTEGATING DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT INFORMATION AND PAYMENT INFORMATION - One embodiment provides a system of distributing digital content from a first party to a second party over a network. The system includes an interface to receive by the second party from the first party a digital content package including a digital content and its header. The header provides Digital Rights Management (DRM) information and payment information for the digital content. The system also includes a payment module to receive a payment from the second party based on the received payment information. The system further includes an authorization module, after receiving the payment, to allow the second party to play the digital content under restrictions described in the received DRM. In some embodiments, the system may also include a preview module to allow the second party to preview the digital content for a predetermined number of times or for a predetermined length of time.02-12-2009

Harvey Grenberg, Houston, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110089695Method and Apparatus for Improved Hydropower Generation at Existing Impoundments - A floatable or moveable and/or fixed frame for insertion of power generating modules to generate power from impounded water through the frame in lock and dam and other settings presenting head potential and moving water. The frame is prefabricated and moved onto site as a module or modules, or as a ballastable marine hulled device with positions in the frame for insertion of modular elements including a generator, a turbine and a spacer for configuring a generating cell in different positions within the frame. A gantry positioned on the frame permits easy movement of individual modules into position.04-21-2011

Harvey Ho, Pleasanton, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100103368ACTIVE CONTACT LENS - An active contact lens system (04-29-2010

Harvey Kasdan, Chatsworth, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090042241MICROFLUIDIC DEVICE - Described herein are particular embodiments relating to a microfluidic device that may be utilized for cell sensing, counting, and/or sorting. Particular aspects relate to a microfabricated device that is capable of differentiating single cell types from dense cell populations. One particular embodiment relates a device and methods of using the same for sensing, counting, and/or sorting leukocytes from whole, undiluted blood samples.02-12-2009

Harvey Kasdan, Sherman Oaks, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110184537Multi-Level Controller System - The invention is a state machine having a host controller that controls a level-1 controller, wherein the level-1 controller controls the level-2 controller. The level-2 controller controls system component controllers, which in turn control system components to execute a process segment. For example, the machine includes a host controller that selects a set of states to be executed, a level-1 controller that activates the set of states in a predetermined order, wherein each state includes commands, and a level-2 controller that controls system components according to the commands. A method of executing a process includes identifying a set of states to be executed, issuing state commands that need to be issued to execute the current state in the set of states, and activating a next state only after all expected status reports have been received for the current state.07-28-2011

Harvey Kornhaber, Truckee, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110240761ROOF MOUNTED SPRINKLERS - A sprinkler system includes a base having a watertight backing material, adapted to attach to a roof; a sprinkler head attached to the base; a coupling adapted to attach a water hose to the sprinkler head; a securing mechanism adapted to attach the sprinkler to the roof; and a cover to protect the sprinkler head when the sprinkler is not in use. The sprinkler may be adjusted directionally to have a directional stream or spray of water of varying degrees of 360 degree coverage.10-06-2011

Harvey Koselka, Trabuco Canyon, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110137456AGRICULTURAL ROBOT SYSTEM AND METHOD - An agricultural robot system and method of harvesting, pruning, culling, weeding, measuring and managing of agricultural crops. Uses autonomous and semi-autonomous robot(s) comprising machine-vision using cameras that identify and locate the fruit on each tree, points on a vine to prune, etc., or may be utilized in measuring agricultural parameters or aid in managing agricultural resources. The cameras may be coupled with an arm or other implement to allow views from inside the plant when performing the desired agricultural function. A robot moves through a field first to “map” the plant locations, number and size of fruit and approximate positions of fruit or map the cordons and canes of grape vines. Once the map is complete, a robot or server can create an action plan that a robot may implement. An action plan may comprise operations and data specifying the agricultural function to perform.06-09-2011

Harvey Lodish, Brookline, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080274971Use of ACRP30 Globular Head to Promote Increases in Muscle Mass and Muscle Differentiation - The present invention relates to the field of muscle research, in particular to the discovery of a compound effective for increasing muscle mass, muscle cell differentiation, and oxidation of free fatty acids in muscle, useful in methods of treating muscle-related diseases and disorders as well as for augmenting muscle mass in general. The muscle-related diseases or disorders envisaged to be treated by the methods of the invention include, but are not limited to, muscular dystrophy, and other conditions resulting in muscle atrophy or muscle wasting.11-06-2008
20110117061Ex Vivo Expansion of Human Hematopoietic Stem Cells - Methods and kits for expanding the number of hematopoietic stem cells are provided. The methods comprise incubating cells in medium comprising isolated IGFBP-2 and an angiopoietin-like protein (Angptl). Expanded HSCs are provided as well as culture media and kits for the expansion of human HSCs in a defined medium. Methods of administering expanded human HSCs to and individual are provided as well as methods of treating an individual by administering certain growth factors and cytokines.05-19-2011
20110136230Cultured Hematopoietic Stem Cells and Method for Expansion and Analysis Thereof - Hematopoietic stem cells and methods for ex vivo expansion of hematopoietic stem cells are provided. The methods comprise culturing the cells in a media containing an effective amount insulin-like growth factor(IGF), fibroblast growth factor (FGF), thrombopoietin (TPO), and stem cell factor (SCF), under conditions sufficient for expansion of said cells. Methods for identifying expanded hematopoeitc stem cells and kits for ex vivo expansion of hematopoietic stem cells are also provided.06-09-2011

Patent applications by Harvey Lodish, Brookline, MA US

Harvey Lunenfeld, East Northport, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080319993Metasearching a Plurality of Servers and Placing At Least One Advertisement Associated With At Least One Search Query Keyword Phrase Into a Response for Communicating to a Client Device - A process and system for metasearching on a distributed network activated by a request executed on a client device to request a metasearch engine to send at least one search query to a plurality of server devices, which may be search engines, the at least one search query comprising at least one keyword phrase, comprising at least one keyword, comprising incorporating, by the metasearch engine, received search results into at least one display list corresponding to the at least one keyword phrase, incorporating at least one advertisement associated with the at least one keyword phrase into the at least one display list and/or incorporating at least one other advertisement associated with the at least keyword phrase into a response, communicating the response to the client device, and optionally incorporating means for ordering at least one item into the at least one display list and/or the response.12-25-2008
20090171950Metasearching A Client's Request For Displaying Different Order Books On The Client - A process and system for metasearching on a distributed network activated by a request executed on a client device to request a metasearch engine to send a plurality of search queries to a plurality of server devices, each of the plurality of search queries comprising a keyword phrase, each of the keyword phrases comprising at least one keyword, at least two of the keyword phrases of the plurality of search queries being different from each other, comprising incorporating, by the metasearch engine, received search results into at least two different order books corresponding to the at least two different keyword phrases, incorporating means for inputting at least one quantity of at least one item that may be ordered, providing means for ordering the at least one item, and communicating a response to the client device. The order books may comprise bid data and offer data of different financial instruments.07-02-2009
20100223134Metasearching A Client's Request By Sending A Plurality Of Queries To A Plurality Of Social Networks For Displaying Different Lists On The Client - A process and system for metasearching on a distributed network activated by a request executed on a client device to request a metasearch engine to send a plurality of search queries to a plurality of social network server devices, each of the plurality of search queries comprising a keyword phrase, each of the keyword phrases comprising at least one keyword, at least two of the keyword phrases of the plurality of search queries being different from each other, comprising incorporating, by the metasearch engine, received search results into at least two different display lists corresponding to the at least two different keyword phrases, communicating a response comprising the at least two different display lists to the client device, optionally incorporating at least one advertisement associated with at least one of the at least two keyword phrases into the response and/or means for inputting and ordering at least one item.09-02-2010
20110258080Metasearch Engine for Ordering Items Returned In Search Results Using Multiple Queries on Multiple Unique Hosts - Process and system for metasearching on the Internet performed by a metasearch engine, comprising: receiving an HTTP request from a client device for the metasearch engine to send a plurality of search queries to a plurality of unique hosts providing access to information to be searched, each search query comprising at least one keyword; sending the plurality of search queries to the plurality of unique hosts in response to the HTTP request from the client device; receiving search results from the plurality of unique hosts in response to the plurality of search queries sent to the plurality of unique hosts, wherein the search results comprise details about an item that may be ordered; incorporating the received search results into a response; communicating the response from the metasearch engine to the client device; receiving another HTTP request from the client device for placing an order for the item; processing the order.10-20-2011
20120066200Metasearch Engine for Ordering Items Returned In Travel Related Search Results Using Multiple Queries on Multiple Unique Hosts - Process and system for metasearching on the Internet performed by a metasearch engine, comprising: receiving an HTTP request from a client device for the metasearch engine to send a plurality of search queries to a plurality of unique hosts that provide access to information to be searched, the HTTP request associated with a plurality of travel related items that may be ordered comprising at least one airline ticket and at least one other type of travel related item; sending the plurality of search queries to the plurality of unique hosts in response to the HTTP request; receiving search results from the plurality of unique hosts; incorporating the received search results into a response; communicating the response from the metasearch engine to the client device; receiving another HTTP request from the client device for placing an order for at least one of the plurality of travel related items; processing the order.03-15-2012

Patent applications by Harvey Lunenfeld, East Northport, NY US

Harvey Masonson, Princeton, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120100136METHODS FOR TREATING OR PREVENTING OPHTHALMOLOGICAL DISEASES - This invention relates to methods and compositions useful for the treatment or prevention of an ophthalmological disease, comprising administration of an effective amount of a PDGF antagonist and a VEGF antagonist to a mammal in need thereof.04-26-2012

Harvey Mitgang, Princeton Junction, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090164242ELECTRONIC HEALTHCARE IDENTIFICATION AND RECONCILIATION - A system and method for generating healthcare identification and reconciliation information are provided. In an illustrative implementation, a computer-implemented healthcare information and reconciliation platform (HIRP) maintains a HIR engine which is operable on various data including but not limited to patient data, network data, plan data, insurance carrier/payor data, and healthcare provider data. In an illustrative operation, the HIR engine can receive input data representative of a participating user's benefit plan. The HIR engine can process the inputted data and correlate the inputted data against healthcare provider data, benefit plan data, healthcare network data and insurance carrier/payor data to generate an electronic healthcare card/document representative of the most up-to-date contractual obligations between the cooperating parties (e.g., healthcare provider, benefit plan administrator, healthcare network, insurance carrier, and the covered person/patient).06-25-2009
20090164243ELECTRONIC HEALTHCARE IDENTIFICATION GENERATION AND RECONCILIATION - A system and method for generating healthcare identification and reconciliation information are provided. In an illustrative implementation, a computer-implemented healthcare information and reconciliation platform (HIRP) maintains a HIR engine which is operable on various data including but not limited to patient data, network data, plan data, insurance carrier/payor data, and healthcare provider data. In an illustrative operation, the HIR engine can receive input data representative of a participating user's benefit plan. The HIR engine can process the inputted data and correlate the inputted data against healthcare provider data, benefit plan data, healthcare related data, healthcare network data and insurance carrier/payor data to generate and/or store an electronic healthcare card/document representative of the most up-to-date contractual obligations between the cooperating parties (e.g., healthcare provider, benefit plan administrator, healthcare network, insurance carrier, and the covered person/patient).06-25-2009

Patent applications by Harvey Mitgang, Princeton Junction, NJ US

Harvey Podgorney, Bedfordshire GB

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090229997Sealing Ring Assembly and Mounting Method - A sealing ring assembly and an improved method for mounting a sealing ring into an electrochemical cell used for Electrochemical Capacitance Voltage (ECV) profiling measurements. The ring is located in a holder having at least one secondary bore providing fluid communication between a forward face of the holder and the central bore of the ring, directed parallel to but tangentially offset relative to the inner wall of the central bore so as to impart a degree of rotational flow to electrolyte entering the sealing ring through the or each secondary bore which effectively removes gas bubbles and refreshes the electrolyte. The holder facilitates ring removal with a much reduced risk of damage to the delicate sealing surface.09-17-2009
20090311165Generation of carbon monoxide for testing sensors and detectors - A method and apparatus for generating carbon monoxide and in particular a device for testing carbon monoxide detectors which utilises the method and apparatus for generating carbon monoxide. A layer of Activated Carbon Cloth is heated so that it produces small quantities of carbon monoxide. The Activated Carbon Cloth may be provided in a removable cassette.12-17-2009

Patent applications by Harvey Podgorney, Bedfordshire GB

Harvey Romanek, St. Petersburg, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100088916HEARING AID DRYER - An application for a hearing aid drying/disinfecting system includes a closable container with an internally mounted ultra-violet lamp for disinfecting the hearing aid. A heating element creates an internal temperature that is higher than ambient temperature and a fan circulates air through shielded vents from the outside of the container through the container and back out, thereby drying the hearing aid contained within the drying/disinfecting system.04-15-2010
20100088922HEARING AID DRYER - An application for a hearing aid drying/disinfecting system includes a closable container with an internally mounted ultraviolet lamp for disinfecting the hearing aid. A heating element creates an internal temperature that is higher than ambient temperature and a fan circulates air through vents from the outside of the container over the hearing aid and back out, thereby drying the hearing aid contained within the drying/disinfecting system. The vents are positioned to reduce ultraviolet emissions out of the container.04-15-2010

Harvey Roth, Thornhill CA

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100006711FLUID BAG STAND - In a first aspect, the invention is directed to a fluid bag stand for a patient, comprising a pole, a base and at least one bag support. The pole includes a plurality of sections including at least a lower section and an upper section wherein the plurality of sections mate together. The base is mateable with the pole to support the pole in an upright orientation. The at least one bag support is connectable with the pole. The at least one bag support is configured for supporting a fluid bag for a patient.01-14-2010

Harvey Ruback, Loxahatchee, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100049521SELECTIVE ENABLEMENT OF SPEECH RECOGNITION GRAMMARS - A method for processing speech audio in a network connected client device can include selecting a speech grammar for use in a speech recognition system in the network connected client device; characterizing the selected speech grammar; and, based on the characterization, determining whether to process the speech grammar locally in the network connected client device, or remotely in a speech server in the network. In one aspect of the invention, the selecting step can include establishing a communications session with a speech server; and, querying the speech server for a speech grammar over the established communications session. Additionally, the selecting step can further include registering the speech grammar in the speech recognition system.02-25-2010

Harvey Tang, Sunnyvale, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090104938METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IDENTIFYING A PIECE OF CONTENT - A system and method for identifying a piece of content is disclosed.04-23-2009
20110173206METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR IDENTIFYING A PIECE OF CONTENT - A system and method for identifying a piece of content is disclosed. In one embodiment, an identifier for a piece of digital content can be generated using the title of the piece of digital content, the size of the piece of digital content, and a hash of other attributes of the piece of digital content such as title, album, and artist names.07-14-2011

Harvey Titen, Longwood, FL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110151074Automated food preparation apparatus and method - An apparatus for cooking a food product has a housing having a refrigeration section and a cooking section therein. The refrigeration system has a plurality of separate conveyor belts located to store the food product thereon and to feed the food product from one conveyor belt to the next and into a food proportioning device which delivers the food into the cooking section and into the cooker where the food product is cooked and then delivered into a container.06-23-2011

Harvey Wilgus, Beaconsfield CA

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090208480LONG HALF-LIFE RECOMBINANT BUTYRYLCHOLINESTERASE - The present invention provides for butyrylcholinesterase (BChE) attached to polyethylene glycol (PEG) to form a complex having greatly increased mean residence time (MRT) in the system of an animal following injection thereinto. Also disclosed are compositions of such complexes, methods of preparing these complexes and method for using these complexes and compositions in the treatment and/or prevention of toxic effects of poisons, such as neurotoxins, to which said animals, such as humans, have been, or may become, exposed.08-20-2009