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Christopher Damien Headley, Schenectady, NY US
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| 20110106506 | PREDICTING NOx EMISSIONS - A method of predicting a nitrogen oxide (NO | 05-05-2011 |
Clifford Headley, Raritan Township, NJ US
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| 20090016681 | Optical fiber configuration for dissipating stray light - An optical transmission fiber is formed to include a relatively low-index, relatively thin outer cladding layer disposed underneath the protective polymer outer coating. Stray light propagating along an inner cladding layer(s) within the fiber will be refracted into the thin outer cladding (by proper selection of refractive index values). The thin dimension of the outer cladding layer allows for the stray light to “leak” into the outer coating in a controlled, gradual manner so as to minimize heating of the coating associated with the presence of stray light. The inventive fiber may also be bent to assist in the movement of stray light into the coating. | 01-15-2009 |
| 20090067795 | Optical fiber configuration for dissipating stray light - An optical transmission fiber is formed to include a relatively low-index, relatively thin outer cladding layer disposed underneath the protective polymer outer coating. Stray light propagating along an inner cladding layer(s) within the fiber will be refracted into the thin outer cladding (by proper selection of refractive index values). The thin dimension of the outer cladding layer allows for the stray light to “leak” into the outer coating in a controlled, gradual manner so as to minimize heating of the coating associated with the presence of stray light. The inventive fiber may also be bent to assist in the movement of stray light into the coating. | 03-12-2009 |
Clifford E. Headley, Flemington, NJ US
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| 20100027938 | Pumping in a Higher-Order Mode That is Substantially Identical To a Signal Mode - The present disclosure provides an approach to more efficiently amplify signals by matching either the gain materials or the pump profile with the signal profile for a higher-order mode (HOM) signal. By doing so, more efficient energy extraction is achieved. | 02-04-2010 |
| 20100290106 | Cascaded Raman Fiber Laser System Based on Filter Fiber - A light generation and amplification system includes a length of laser-active filter fiber having a refractive index profile that suppresses unwanted Stokes orders at wavelengths longer than a target wavelength and that has normal dispersion over its operating wavelength. A nested series of reflectors is provided at the fiber's input and output ends, and are configured to provide a nested series of Raman cavities, separated in wavelength by approximately the respective Stokes shifts. The first cavity in the series is a combined cavity that provides laser oscillation due to a combination of ionic gain and feedback at a selected first wavelength and that provides Raman gain to light at the first Stokes shift of the first wavelength when light at the first wavelength has an energy exceeding a Raman scattering threshold. The Raman cavities provide a stepwise transition between the first wavelength and the target wavelength. | 11-18-2010 |
Clifford Everill Headley, Raritan Township, NJ US
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| 20080267560 | Mode-field resizing in optical fibers - An all-fiber mode-field resizer comprises a first optical fiber configured to propagate signal light in a predetermined transverse mode along a longitudinal axis from a first input/output (I/O) port to a second I/O port. The first fiber is configured to have a first effective mode-field area and a first core V-parameter proximate the first I/O port and to have a second effective mode-field area and a second core V-parameter proximate the second I/O port. The second mode-field area is greater than the first mode-field area, and the second V-parameter is less than the first V-parameter. In one embodiment, the second V-parameter is less than approximately 1.3, and preferably less than 1.0. In another embodiment, the first V-parameter is greater than approximately 1.8. In yet another embodiment, our mode-field resizer is incorporated into a tapered fiber bundle. | 10-30-2008 |
Darran Matthew Headley, Valley Center, KS US
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| 20120111717 | LIQUID COLLECTION AND DISTRIBUTION DEVICE FOR MASS TRANSFER COLUMN AND PROCESS INVOLVING SAME - A liquid collection and distribution device is provided to support a bed of packing material and to collect liquid exiting the bed and redistribute it to an underlying bed of packing material with improved compositional and volumetric flow uniformity. The liquid collection and distribution device includes a liquid collector, a liquid distributor, and a lattice-type framework positioned between and supporting the liquid collector and the liquid distributor. In addition to supporting the liquid collector and liquid distributor, the framework has internal fluid passages that convey the liquid from the liquid collector to the liquid distributor while shielding the liquid from ascend vapor or gas flow. | 05-10-2012 |
David M. Headley, Houston, TX US
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| 20090325300 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DETECTION OF TRACE CHEMICALS - A method of rapidly detecting trace materials including biohazards, toxins, radioactive materials, and narcotics in situ is disclosed. A corresponding apparatus is disclosed. A trace of the material is collected on a pad of the card component, collected by swiping the pad on suspected surface or exposure to the suspected air volume. A novel card component is disclosed that when inserted in a chemical detection unit (CDU), releases reaction chemicals from flexible walled capsules in desired sequence. The exposed pad containing trace material and chemicals are heated in the chemical detection unit to produce a spectral pattern that is analyzed by the optical electronics in the CDU and results are displayed, stored and/or transmitted over a communications network. | 12-31-2009 |
F. Anthony Headley, Marlborough, MA US
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| 20110218610 | Dilatation and stent delivery system and related methods - The invention relates to a system for dilatation of a body passage and delivery of a stent into the body passage of a patient, and related methods of using such a system. The dilatation and stent delivery system may comprise a dilatation catheter having an expandable member on a distal end, and a stent delivery catheter configured to retain a stent and deliver the stent to a body passage. The stent delivery catheter defines a lumen sized to receive the dilatation catheter and permit movement of the dilatation catheter relative to the stent delivery catheter. | 09-08-2011 |
F. Anthony Headley, Plymouth, MN US
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| 20080221670 | RADIOPAQUE POLYMERIC STENT - The invention relates to an implantable radiopaque stent adapted to be disposed in a body lumen. In one aspect of the invention, at least one radiopaque filament is arranged for permanent attachment to a hollow tubular structure. The filament is desirably arranged in a linear direction traverse to a longitudinal length of the structure, the structure having a tubular wall that defines an inner surface and an outer surface and opposing first open end and second open end. The radiopaque filament improves external imaging of the tubular structure on fluoroscope or x-ray imaging equipment. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080255424 | Endoscopes including distal chamber and related methods of use - Embodiments of the invention include an endoscope including a distal chamber and related methods of use, for example, with an endoscopic instrument. | 10-16-2008 |
J. Tyler Headley, Winchester, VA US
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| 20100269466 | OVAL CAGE COUPLER FOR FILTER CAGES - An elongated, oval, wire cage for use with a fabric filter (not shown), the cage including a plurality of cage sections ( | 10-28-2010 |
Mitchell Jay Headley, Lebanon, OH US
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| 20100126018 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING A VANE WITH REDUCED STRESS - A method of manufacturing an airfoil assembly is described, the method comprising the steps of supplying an airfoil and a band, creating a support aperture in the band capable of receiving a portion of the airfoil, creating a slot in the band for reducing stress in the airfoil, and bonding the airfoil with the band. | 05-27-2010 |
| 20100129210 | VANE WITH REDUCED STRESS - An airfoil assembly is described comprising an airfoil, a band coupled to the airfoil for providing at least a portion of support for the airfoil in the airfoil assembly and a slot capable reducing stress in the airfoil wherein the slot is located in the band near a portion of the airfoil. A compression system is described comprising a stator assembly comprising a plurality of arcuate vane sectors arranged circumferentially around a longitudinal axis, each vane sector comprising an airfoil, an arcuate inner band and an arcuate outer band coupled to the airfoil, and a slot capable of reducing stress in the airfoil, the slot being located in the vane sector near a portion of the airfoil. | 05-27-2010 |
Paul Headley, Hollister, CA US
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| 20090288148 | Multi-channel multi-factor authentication - Systems and methods for authenticating electronic transactions are provided. The authentication methods employ a combination of security features and communication channels. These security features can be based, for example, on unique knowledge of the person being authenticated, a unique thing that the person has, unique personal features and attributes of the person, the ability of the person to respond, and to do so in a fashion that a machine cannot, and so forth. Methods for enrolling the person prior to authentication are also provided, as well as systems for enrollment and authentication. | 11-19-2009 |
| 20090309698 | Single-Channel Multi-Factor Authentication - Systems and methods for authenticating electronic transactions are provided. The authentication methods employ a combination of security features. These security features can be based, for example, on unique knowledge of the person being authenticated, unique personal features and attributes of the person, the ability of the person to respond, and to do so in a fashion that a machine cannot, and so forth. Methods for enrolling the person prior to authentication are also provided, as well as systems for enrollment and authentication. | 12-17-2009 |
| 20100005296 | Systems and Methods for Controlling Access to Encrypted Data Stored on a Mobile Device - Encrypted data on mobile devices is protected by remotely storing a decryption key. In order to decrypt the encrypted data on the mobile device, the mobile device obtains the decryption key from an access control system that is remote from the mobile device. The access control system can control access to the encrypted data by controlling access to the decryption key. For example, the access control system can implement user authentication as a condition for providing the decryption key. Access to the encrypted data can also be controlled by withholding the decryption key where, for instance, a mobile device has been reported to be lost or stolen, or once an individual's access privilege has been revoked, or at certain times of the day. | 01-07-2010 |
| 20100115114 | User Authentication for Social Networks - Systems and methods are provided for social networks that can verify that enrolled users are not misrepresenting facts about themselves such as age and gender. Verification can be performed, for example, by reference to biometric templates stored during the user enrollment process. The biometric templates can also be used to authenticate users logging into the social network to prevent user impersonation. The ability of some users to communicate to other users of the social network can be limited to only certified users, and even to those certified users that match a criterion, such as gender or age. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20100279720 | Integrated instant messaging and web browsing client and related methods - An integrated web browser, instant messaging system is presented. The system operates on mobile devices and other types of embedded devices. The system is an integrated instant messaging and web browsing application controlled by an embedded application on a mobile device. Today most web browsers, instant messaging, and other programs are separate or discrete applications that are executed on an either/or type of situation. The present system provides an integrated application environment that is a single application that shares data between instant messaging and web browser sub-modules, which allows users to simultaneously message and browse. The system may also be deployed as part of an overall method for enhancing safety and producing revenue for communications networks. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20110302644 | Multi-Channel Multi-Factor Authentication - Systems and methods for authenticating electronic transactions are provided. The authentication methods employ a combination of security features and communication channels. These security features can be based, for example, on unique knowledge of the person being authenticated, a unique thing that the person has, unique personal features and attributes of the person, the ability of the person to respond, and to do so in a fashion that a machine cannot, and so forth. Methods for enrolling the person prior to authentication are also provided, as well as systems for enrollment and authentication. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20110302645 | Multi-Channel Multi-Factor Authentication - Systems and methods for authenticating electronic transactions are provided. The authentication methods employ a combination of security features and communication channels. These security features can be based, for example, on unique knowledge of the person being authenticated, a unique thing that the person has, unique personal features and attributes of the person, the ability of the person to respond, and to do so in a fashion that a machine cannot, and so forth. Methods for enrolling the person prior to authentication are also provided, as well as systems for enrollment and authentication. | 12-08-2011 |
| 20120117386 | Methods for Identifying the Guarantor of an Application - Third-party applications for platforms are linked to identified individuals that guarantee the security of the applications. The linkage is achieved by acquiring one or more biometric records of the individual guarantor, storing those records as a signature in a database, assigning a unique identifier to the signature, and embedding that unique identifier in the executable file of the application. The signature of the guarantor can be compared to other stored signatures of other guarantors to check for individuals posing under multiple aliases. The signature of a guarantor linked to a malicious application can be flagged so that a subsequent application guaranteed by the same individual can be disapproved. | 05-10-2012 |
Thomas Headley, Scottsdale, AZ US
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| 20120016815 | SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - In accordance with various exemplary embodiments, solar energy shade structures and methods of design and revenue generation are disclosed. These systems comprise structures capable of supporting solar panel at heights greater than 18 feet above their mounting surface. These systems may be installed in confined spaces. These systems also comprise structures that are customizable, allowing an installation to be configured with a desired lighting and environmental effect. The methods discussed herein describe processes for achieving desired design effects based on natural elements. Moreover, the methods discussed herein describe processes for reducing the costs of generating solar energy and/or reducing the costs of providing a solar structure. | 01-19-2012 |
Thomas R. Headley, Bryan, OH US
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| 20100028174 | CHECK VALVE HAVING INTEGRALLY FORMED SEAT AND SEAL BODY - A valve assembly includes first and second conduits having respective first and second flanges in abutment with each other, a stopper in the second conduit, and a valve body secured between the first and second flanges. The valve body includes a body bore in communication between the first and second conduits. The body bore defines a circular opening in one end of the valve body. The valve body also includes a circumferential notch that substantially insulates the circular opening from distortion arising from securing the valve body. The stopper snuggly seats against the circular opening to prevent fluid flow from the second conduit to the first conduit, but unseats to permit fluid flow from the first conduit to the second conduit. An o-ring may surround a portion of the valve body and be energized as the valve body is secured. A lip may surround the circular opening to provide a seat for the stopper. | 02-04-2010 |
Weston Headley, Battle Ground, WA US
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| 20100199296 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR USING LOCATION INFORMATION TO MANAGE SPILLOVER IN AN AUDIENCE MONITORING SYSTEM - Methods, apparatus, and articles of manufacture for using location information to manage spillover in an audience monitoring system are disclosed. In an example method, a first location signal and a second location signal are received substantially simultaneously at a portable metering device. The first location signal is emitted via a first device located at a first location and includes a first signal characteristic associated with the first location. The second location signal is emitted via a second device located at a second location and includes a second signal characteristic associated with the second location. The first location signal or the second location signal is selected based on the first and second signal characteristics. Media monitoring information is generated based on the selected signal. | 08-05-2010 |
Weston P. Headley, Battle Ground, WA US
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| 20090007169 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR COLLECTING MEDIA CONSUMPTION DATA BASED ON USAGE INFORMATION - Methods and apparatus for collecting media consumption data based on usage information of a media delivery device are disclosed. In an example method, media information is received by a portable metering device associated with a monitored individual such as a portable telephone, a personal digital assistant, and/or a handheld computer. Usage information indicative of a media delivery event associated with a media delivery device such as a television is monitored by the portable metering device. To form the media consumption data, the media information is associated with one of a first channel and a second channel based on the usage information. | 01-01-2009 |
| 20090042478 | Underwire Brassiere - A breast-supporting garment ( | 02-12-2009 |