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Amelia Lear Hensley, Crestwood, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120017464APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REFRIGERATION CYCLE WITH AUXILIARY HEATING - An apparatus includes a mechanical refrigeration cycle arrangement in turn including an evaporator, a condenser, a compressor, and an expansion device, cooperatively interconnected. A drum is provided to receive clothes to be dried. An auxiliary heater is included, as is a duct and fan arrangement configured to pass air over the condenser and the heater, and through the drum. A sensor is located to sense high side temperature and/or high side pressure of the mechanical refrigeration cycle arrangement. A controller is coupled to the sensor and the auxiliary heater, and is operative to: activate the auxiliary heater during a startup transient of the mechanical refrigeration cycle arrangement; monitor the high side temperature and/or high side pressure, during the startup transient; and de-activate the auxiliary heater in response to the high side temperature and/or high side pressure reaching a first predetermined value.01-26-2012
20120017465APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REFRIGERANT CYCLE CAPACITY ACCELERATION - A method of operating a heat pump clothes dryer operating on a mechanical refrigeration cycle is disclosed. The method includes partitioning all energy available in the heat pump clothes dryer into a first amount of energy and a second amount of energy; using the first amount of energy to attain a standard parameter performance for the heat pump clothes dryer; and using the second amount of energy to accelerate a dry cycle of the heat pump clothes dryer, wherein using the second amount of energy to accelerate a dry cycle of the heat pump clothes dryer comprises using the second amount of energy to energize an auxiliary heater during a start transient phase of the dry cycle to decrease the start transient phase.01-26-2012

Amelia Lear Hensley, Louisville, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120017466APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR REFRIGERATION CYCLE CAPACITY ENHANCEMENT - An apparatus includes a mechanical refrigeration cycle arrangement having a working fluid and an evaporator, a condenser of adjustable surface area, a compressor, and an expansion device, cooperatively interconnected and containing the working fluid. The apparatus also includes a drum to receive clothes to be dried, a duct and fan arrangement configured to pass air over the condenser and through the drum, a sensor located to sense at least one parameter, and a controller coupled to the sensor, condenser and/or the compressor. The controller is operative to adjust the condenser to increase surface area during a steady state drying rate period of the cycle, and adjust the condenser to decrease surface area during a start transient period of the cycle, wherein adjusting the condenser to decrease surface area during a start transient period of the cycle accelerates the start transient period of the cycle.01-26-2012
20120017615APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR DRY CYCLE COMPLETION CONTROL IN HEAT PUMP DRYER BY DECLINING CAPACITY INDICATION BY ROLLING AVERAGE COMPRESSOR WATTS OR HEAT EXCHANGER PRESSURE OR TEMPERATURE - An apparatus includes a mechanical refrigeration cycle arrangement having a working fluid and an evaporator, a condenser, a compressor, and an expansion device, cooperatively interconnected and containing the working fluid. The apparatus also includes a drum to receive clothes to be dried, a duct and fan arrangement configured to pass air over the condenser and through the drum, a sensor located to sense at least one parameter, and a controller coupled to the sensor and/or the compressor. The parameter(s) includes at least one of temperature of the working fluid, pressure of the working fluid, and power consumption of the compressor. The controller is operative to monitor, as a function of time, the parameter(s), determine whether the parameter(s) reaches a predetermined decision condition; and, if the parameter(s) reaches the predetermined decision condition, power down the mechanical refrigeration cycle at least by causing the compressor to shut off.01-26-2012

Archie Hensley, Lawrenceville, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090318193Method and Apparatus for Provisioning of Information in a Cellular Communication Network - A network management system for managing communications in a cellular communication network comprising an access point operably coupled to an access controller. The network management system comprises an access controller configuration logic module arranged to configure the access controller with configuration information. The network management system further comprises an access point configuration logic module arranged to configure the access point with configuration information comprising, at least in part, configuration information intended for the access controller.12-24-2009
20100210280Radio Access Point Location Verification Using GPS Location and Radio Environment Data - Techniques are provided to perform location verification of a radio access point device such as femtocell. The radio access point device is configured to receive signals from global positioning system (GPS) satellite transmitters to produce GPS location data representing a GPS location of the radio access point device. The radio access point device is also configured to receive wireless signals at one or more specified channels and to generate radio environment data representing characteristics of received wireless signals at the one or more specified channels in a vicinity of the radio access point device. A comparison is made between the GPS location data and reference GPS location data for an expected location of the radio access point device. When the GPS location data substantially matches the reference GPS location data, operations of the radio access point device are enabled and the radio environment data is stored to be used as reference radio environment data for purposes of subsequent location verification of the radio access point device. Subsequent location verifications (such as on reboot) start with comparing radio environment data with reference radio environment data and if a substantial match is found, GPS location data does not need to be obtained. In the case of substantial mismatch between radio environment data obtained at reboot and the reference radio environment data, new GPS location data is obtained and upon successful match to reference GPS location data, the reference radio environment data is updated based on the most recent radio environment data obtained by device. In addition, a service-activated radio access point device performs periodic radio network scans in order to update the reference radio environment data if the new radio environment data differs from the reference radio environment data outside of a tolerance range.08-19-2010

Betty Jean Hensley, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100035789Laundry System Having Unitized Dosing - Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use. Likewise, methods for preparing a customized laundry solution to obtain a specific fabric care benefit selected based on the user's personal preferences and/or the fabric care needs of the fabrics being laundered are also provided. Further, the present invention also concerns methods for assisting a consumer in identifying the unitized articles to be used in preparing a laundry solution that will impart desired fabric care benefits as well as merchandising displays for dispensing the articles, assembling customized laundry kits and instructing the consumer on the selection and use of laundry articles.02-11-2010

Patent applications by Betty Jean Hensley, Cincinnati, OH US

Brett S. Hensley, Grand Junction, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080203207LINE HOLDER - A line holder includes a spool about which line is wound and a spool housing. The spool is rotatably supported in the housing. The spool housing has an aperture through which the line is extendable. The spool housing includes a member that applies a variable force to the spool to resist rotation of the spool relative to the spool housing. A cutter may be connected to the spool housing for cutting the line. A method of providing fishing line is also disclosed.08-28-2008

Calvin G. Hensley, East Flat Rock, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090026324BLOCK LINER - A block liner for enclosing hoses, wires, cables and the like of an HVAC system being run through masonry unit includes a hollow cylindrical tube having an interior surface and an exterior surface, a first open end a second open end, and a flange positioned proximate the second end of the tube for attaching to a wall structure. The tube is tapered beginning on the interior surface of the tube and terminating on the outer surface at the first end of the tube. The block liner can be made molded from plastic or other suitable material.01-29-2009

Cara Hensley, Houston, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120109588MANUFACTURE OF HEAT TRACE CABLE, DESIGN, INSTALLATION, AND MANAGEMENT, AND METHOD THEREOF - The manufacture and installation of heat trace systems, particularly cables, are controlled from comprehensive controls in the design and management of the heat trace systems.05-03-2012

Charles Hensley, Redondo, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100004628SYSTEM FOR DELIVERING A COMPOSITION TO THE NASAL MEMBRANE AND METHOD OF USING SAME - A quick and easy system and method for delivering a composition to a nasal membrane is presented. The applicator assembly includes a sleeve member which encases a swab having a portion that contacts a gelled composition. The sleeve member is manually severed to expose the applicator and the composition. The gelled composition contained on the applicator is applied to the nasal membrane.01-07-2010

Charles Hensley, Cypress, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110257258Method for Preventing and Treating Avian Influenza in Human - A method and composition for preventing and treating Avian Influenza in Humans utilizes an effective quantity of polyphenolic(s) and/or its derivatives in combination with a carrier. The anti-avian influenza ingredient having a composition selected from the group consisting of theaflavin, theaflavin-3,3′-digallate, theaflavin-3-monogallate, theaflavin-3 gallate, theaflavin-3′-gallate, thearubigin, gallic acid, tannic acid, (−)-epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), (−) epigallocatechin (EGC), (+)-epicatechin (EC), (−)-gallocatechin gallate (GCG), and catechin.10-20-2011

Charles Hensley, Stanford, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090172968THAWING APPARATUS AND METHOD - An apparatus and method for quickly and effectively drying ground surfaces or thawing and melting frozen outdoor locations uses a directed air current heated by combustion in the air flow. The invention consists of a means for blowing air upon the surface, a means for heating the air and a means for moving the apparatus with respect to the surface to provide flexibility and control in the degree of drying/heating performed. The apparatus and method may be applied to a variety of surfaces including earthen (dirt) surfaces, concrete and asphalt. The apparatus and method may also be directed to thawing or melting frozen installations such as external piping, train track switches, and other electrical and mechanical targets. The embodiments of the invention are mobile and allow the application of heated air to disparate locations and targets.07-09-2009

Charles Hensley, Woodland Hills, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110077296METHOD AND COMPOSITION FOR DELIVERING ZINC TO THE NASAL MEMBRANE - A viscous gel for delivering minor effective amounts of active substances through the nasal membrane into the body.03-31-2011

Patent applications by Charles Hensley, Woodland Hills, CA US

Charles Albert Hensley, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090062173Laundry System Having Unitized Dosing - Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use. Likewise, methods for preparing a customized laundry solution to obtain a specific fabric care benefit selected based on the user's personal preferences and/or the fabric care needs of the fabrics being laundered are also provided. Further, the present invention also concerns methods for assisting a consumer in identifying the unitized articles to be used in preparing a laundry solution that will impart desired fabric care benefits as well as merchandising displays for dispensing the articles, assembling customized laundry kits and instructing the consumer on the selection and use of laundry articles.03-05-2009
20100035789Laundry System Having Unitized Dosing - Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use. Likewise, methods for preparing a customized laundry solution to obtain a specific fabric care benefit selected based on the user's personal preferences and/or the fabric care needs of the fabrics being laundered are also provided. Further, the present invention also concerns methods for assisting a consumer in identifying the unitized articles to be used in preparing a laundry solution that will impart desired fabric care benefits as well as merchandising displays for dispensing the articles, assembling customized laundry kits and instructing the consumer on the selection and use of laundry articles.02-11-2010
20100115708Laundry System Having Unitized Dosing - Compositions, articles and methods are provided for supplying fabric care benefits to clothing or fabrics in an automated washing machine and by manual washing. The fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% detergent surfactants, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. Similarly, the fabric care compositions preferably have less than about 5% fabric softener actives, more preferably less than 3%, even more preferably less than 1% and are most preferably free of detergent surfactants. The laundry articles can take a variety of forms in a variety of physical states all of which will rapidly dispense a unitized amount of one or more selected fabric care agents to a wash and/or rinse bath solution during the laundering process under a variety of conditions. The invention also pertains to laundry kits that contain a variety of such articles and instructions concerning their use Likewise, methods for preparing a customized laundry solution to obtain a specific fabric care benefit selected based on the user's personal preferences and/or the fabric care needs of the fabrics being laundered are also provided. Further, the present invention also concerns methods for assisting a consumer in identifying the unitized articles to be used in preparing a laundry solution that will impart desired fabric care benefits as well as merchandising displays for dispensing the articles, assembling customized laundry kits and instructing the consumer on the selection and use of laundry articles.05-13-2010

Patent applications by Charles Albert Hensley, Cincinnati, OH US

Coy G. Hensley, Hendersonville, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090026324BLOCK LINER - A block liner for enclosing hoses, wires, cables and the like of an HVAC system being run through masonry unit includes a hollow cylindrical tube having an interior surface and an exterior surface, a first open end a second open end, and a flange positioned proximate the second end of the tube for attaching to a wall structure. The tube is tapered beginning on the interior surface of the tube and terminating on the outer surface at the first end of the tube. The block liner can be made molded from plastic or other suitable material.01-29-2009

Cynthia Denise Hensley, Fraser, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120060825Contained burn units - A fully self-contained, transportable burning unit for logging by-products with low calorific value waste. Non-mechanical unit with natural draft to create a hot burn situation with low smoke particulates. Closable screened lid during non-attended times for continued burn.03-15-2012

Daniel W. Hensley, Austin, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110066217Altering temperature in a mammalian body - The present application relates to systems and methods for altering temperature in a mammalian body. Optionally, the systems and methods can be used to lower or raise core body temperature of a mammalian subject. Optionally, the systems and methods can be used to lower or raise the temperature of glabrous skin of a mammalian subject.03-17-2011

David W. Hensley, Milan, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090249548Bed with Articulated Barrier Elements - A bed includes an articulating deck affixed to a frame. The bed has at least a head end section and a foot end section. The head end section is pivotable relative to the frame. The bed also includes a head end barrier element 10-08-2009
20100077549HOSPITAL BED DECK TO FRAME ATTACHMENT - A patient support is provided for supporting a patient. Patient support includes a frame, a deck, a mattress and siderails. The deck includes a panel having apertures that receive upside down U-shaped wire loops therein to removably couple the panel to the frame. Top portions of the wire loops extend above the panel and serve as restraint strap holders.04-01-2010
20100146705PATIENT-SUPPORT APPARATUS WITH A LOCKING DECK SECTION - A patient-support apparatus includes a patient-support deck movable from a use position to a stowed position. The patient-support deck is configured to engage receivers of the patient-support apparatus to support the deck in a cantilevered configuration. The patient-support deck may be secured to the patient-support apparatus by a locking mechanism. A storage structure is configured to support the patient-support deck in a stowed position. The storage structure is configured to deflect under load to prevent damage to the storage structure or patient-support deck.06-17-2010
20110119828WHEEL SYSTEMS FOR A HOSPITAL BED - A patient support is provided for supporting a patient. The patient support includes a bedframe and a wheel assembly. The wheel assembly includes a wheel pivotably coupled to the bedframe and a wheel position holder. The wheel position holder has a cam and a cam surface that includes recesses configured to cooperate with the cam to position the wheel.05-26-2011
20110219542Overlapping Barriers for a Bed - A bed comprises a head end, a foot end, first and second sides and a deck which includes, a head section and a foot section. The head section is pivotable. Head end and foot end barriers (09-15-2011
20110219543Bed with Overlapping Barriers - A bed includes a deck coupled to a frame (09-15-2011
20120124743HOSPITAL BED HAVING CASTER BRAKING ALARM - A patient support is connectable to an external power source. The patient support includes a bedframe supported on a floor, a plurality of wheels coupled to the bedframe, and a brake configured to prevent the bed from moving on the floor. The brake is moveable between a braked position and an unbraked position. The patient support also includes a controller configured to activate an alarm when the brake is moved to the unbraked position when the bed is connected to the external power source.05-24-2012

Patent applications by David W. Hensley, Milan, IN US

David W. Hensley, Dallas, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090045917Interrogator and Interrogation System Employing the Same - An interrogator, methods of discerning the presence of an object, and interrogation systems employing the same. In one embodiment, the interrogation systems include multiple interrogators that communicate with a base command unit to track a location of an object. In another embodiment wherein the object is an RFID object (e.g., an object with an RFID tag), the interrogators employ signal processing techniques such as precharging the RFID object, and correlating a reference code with a reply code from the RIFD object using selected techniques to increase a sensitivity of the interrogator, especially for adverse environments. In other embodiments, the interrogation systems include variations of metal instruments and sponges employed therewith. In yet another embodiment, the interrogation system includes metal interrogators capable of discerning the presence of a metal object, especially in a presence of another metal object.02-19-2009

Eric Hensley, Wichita, KS US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090194352Movable Side-By-Side Cooling Package - A work vehicle includes a frame and a cooling package. The cooling package includes a water cooler and an oil cooler disposed in a fixed side-by-side arrangement. The water cooler and the oil cooler are movably supported side-by-side on the frame. The cooling package includes a front surface and a rear surface. The cooling package is configured to move on the frame to permit cleaning of the front surface of the cooling package.08-06-2009

Eric Hensley, Spokane, WA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100270411REFINER - A refiner (10-28-2010

Fred Hensley, Denton, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090256401COLLAPSIBLE AND PORTABLE CHAIR - A portable two-frame collapsible chair comprised of an inner and outer frame with the frames hingably joined for rotating between a first position for carrying and a second position for sitting. The chair includes a flexible seat member connected to both frames. The chair further includes a flexible backrest hingably connected to the outer frame with optional armrests hingably attached. The frames can be folded into substantially the same plane when in the first position for carrying. The position for carrying includes a variety of configurations including a backpack configuration, wherein the user uses shoulder straps to carry the chair, and a roller bag configuration wherein the chair has wheels and a pull handle.10-15-2009
20100109386COLLAPSIBLE AND PORTABLE CHAIR - A portable two-frame collapsible chair comprised of an inner and outer frame with the frames hingably joined for rotating between a first position for carrying and a second position for sitting. The chair includes a flexible seat member connected to both frames. The chair further includes a flexible backrest hingably connected to the outer frame with optional armrests hingably attached. The frames can be folded into substantially the same plane when in the first position for carrying. The position for carrying includes a variety of configurations including a backpack configuration, wherein the user uses shoulder straps to carry the chair, and a roller bag configuration wherein the chair has wheels and a pull handle.05-06-2010

Garry Brandon Hensley, Morganton, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090199941Combination Wallet Tool - A combination wallet tool includes a pair of hinged, mating shells which define a closed chamber when closed and latched. The chamber is partitioned to provide areas in which currency, cards and papers may be kept. The mating surfaces of the shells are sealed, for example, by an O-ring to keep water from entering the chamber. A variety of useful tools having identical bases may be interchangeably seated in respective apertures provided in the shells.08-13-2009

Gary Hensley, San Antonio, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080292071Method and System for Non-Traditional Directory Assistance - A directory assistance service includes a database and an interface module. The database stores a set of audio advertisements, and the audio advertisements are priced based on a tiered pricing model. The interface module is in communication with the database and receives a directory assistance request from a caller, plays the caller one or more audio advertisements from the database, and charges an advertiser for playing the audio advertisements based on the tiered pricing model.11-27-2008

Glenn Brant Hensley, Wake Forest, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080272548TARGET HANGER AND TARGET SUPPORT SYSTEM - The present invention discloses novel hangers for hanging shooting targets such as clay targets in place for shooting practice. In addition it relates to a target system which includes hangers of the invention in combination with a horizontal support and optional support stands designed to hang one or more targets during target practice.11-06-2008

Harvey Hensley, Newton Square, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100179380METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENDOSCOPIC EXAMINATION OF LESIONS - An apparatus is provided, which utilizes an adjustment platform for supporting a subject during the endoscopic examination. Additionally, a method for performing an endoscopic examination is also provided in which an endoscope is inserted into a subject and the endoscope is maintained at a generally fixed position while the position of the subject is adjusted to advance the endoscope into the subject. Further still, a method is provided for estimating the size of sample tissue using an endoscope and a reference element. Based on known parameters of the reference element, the size of the area being examined can be estimated.07-15-2010

Harvey Hensley, Newtown Square, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100092054Method and Apparatus for Endoscopic Examination of Lesions - An apparatus is provided, which utilizes an adjustment platform for supporting a subject during the endoscopic examination. Additionally, a method for performing an endoscopic examination is also provided in which an endoscope is inserted into a subject and the endoscope is maintained at a generally fixed position while the position of the subject is adjusted to advance the endoscope into the subject. Further still, a method is provided for estimating the size of sample tissue using an endoscope and a reference element. Based on known parameters of the reference element, the size of the area being examined can be estimated.04-15-2010

James C. Hensley, Centralia, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090033061TRAILER HITCH WITH ADJUSTABLE HITCH BAR - A trailer hitch having an adjustable hitch bar for coupling with a tow vehicle and a front member coupled with the adjustable hitch bar. A rear member couples with a trailer frame and a yoke couples between the rear member and the trailer frame. Converging links connect between the front member and the rear member, whereby the angular position between the front member and the rear member can be varied. The converging links effectively move the pivot point between the tow vehicle and trailer forward of the hitch assembly.02-05-2009
20110037242TRAILER HITCH WITH ADJUSTABLE HITCH BAR - A trailer hitch having an adjustable hitch bar for coupling with a tow vehicle and a front member coupled with the adjustable hitch bar. A rear member couples with a trailer frame and a yoke couples between the rear member and the trailer frame. Converging links connect between the front member and the rear member, whereby the angular position between the front member and the rear member can be varied. The converging links effectively move the pivot point between the tow vehicle and trailer forward of the hitch assembly.02-17-2011

Patent applications by James C. Hensley, Centralia, IL US

Jason Hensley, Shakopee, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080236069Lightweight concrete panel - A lightweight cast concrete panel including concrete having a wet weight of between about 132 to about 140 pounds per cubic foot, and air content of between about 7 to about 11 percent.10-02-2008

Patent applications by Jason Hensley, Shakopee, MN US

Jeffery K. Hensley, Genoa, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120084794Systems and Methods Providing Intelligent Routing of Data Between Software System - Disclosed are systems and methods which provide an interface for software applications which provides intelligent routing of data between the software applications. Embodiments provide an interface between software applications using multiple adapters, wherein at least one adapter is associated with each end of a software application information communication link. Information communicated between software applications is routed based upon analysis of the information and/or associated transactions to provide dynamic interfacing between software applications. Information may be routed based upon content, transaction type, historical information, etcetera. Routing of information of embodiments establishes an itinerary for scheduling communication of information between a plurality of software applications.04-05-2012

Jerry L. Hensley, Lebanon, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100237059RESISTIVE HEATING ELEMENT FOR ELECTRICAL HEATING - A resistive heating element for a resistance heater includes a first heating section and a second heating section. The first and second heating sections are configured to jointly generate a power output that is equal to that generated by a single reference resistive element under a same applied voltage. The single reference resistive element has a reference length, a reference mass, and a reference surface area. The first and second heating sections are configured to transfer an amount of heat at least equal to that transferred by the single reference resistive element. A total mass of the first heating section and the second heating section is less than a reference mass of the single reference resistive wire.09-23-2010
20120074129TRACK SYSTEM FOR HEATER ASSEMBLY - A heater assembly includes a heating element assembly having a resistive heating element connected to a housing member. First and second guide members are oppositely and outwardly positioned with respect to the heating element assembly and extend away from the housing member. A patch plate includes an installation aperture and first and second wings extending away from the patch plate. The first and second guide members are positioned to individually slidingly engage with one of the first and second wings thereby defining a track system to permit the heating element assembly to be slidingly received through the installation aperture without contact between the resistive heating element and the patch plate.03-29-2012

Patent applications by Jerry L. Hensley, Lebanon, TN US

Jesse E. Hensley, Arvada, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090149558METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR CONTINUOUS REMOVAL OF CARBON DIOXIDE FROM A MIXTURE OF REACTING GASES - The disclosed invention provides methods and apparatus for producing one or more C06-11-2009
20100076228METHODS FOR IMPROVING SYNGAS-TO-ALCOHOL CATALYST ACTIVITY AND SELECTIVITY - The invention herein provides methods of activating a catalyst composition. These methods include annealing a catalyst with an inert gas, under effective conditions, and then contacting the annealed catalyst with syngas to produce an activated catalyst. These steps can also be reversed. The activated catalysts can be employed to convert syngas into products, such as alcohols, with improved selectivities and yields.03-25-2010

Jimmy Hensley, Ravenna, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080314470High Temperature Thermoplastic Power Steering Hose12-25-2008

Jimmy L. Hensley, Ravenna, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090017244NYLON TUBING CONSTRUCTIONS - Tubular polymeric member for articles such as tubing and hoses. The member is formed of composition of a nylon alloy.01-15-2009

Joanna L. Hensley, Tulsa, OK US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080201740INTERNET TELEVISION PROGRAM GUIDE SYSTEM - An Internet television program guide system is provided that allows a user at a multimedia system to access information related to television programs over an Internet communications link. The user can view television program guide listings and related video stills and video clips. The user can perform database searches on the program guide listings (e.g., to search for a particular type of television program). If desired, the user can select an option that directs the multimedia system to tune directly to a television channel for a selected program or to a related television program guide or movie guide service on a television channel. The user can order pay-per-view events using the system.08-21-2008
20100211975INTERNET TELEVISION PROGRAM GUIDE SYSTEM - An Internet television program guide system is provided that allows a user at a multimedia system to access information related to television programs over an Internet communications link. The user can view television program guide listings and related video stills and video clips. The user can perform database searches on the program guide listings (e.g., to search for a particular type of television program). If desired, the user can select an option that directs the multimedia system to tune directly to a television channel for a selected program or to a related television program guide or movie guide service on a television channel. The user can order pay-per-view events using the system.08-19-2010
20110191808INTERNET TELEVISION PROGRAM GUIDE SYSTEM - An Internet television program guide system is provided that allows a user at a multimedia system to access information related to television programs over an Internet communications link. The user can view television program guide listings and related video stills and video clips. The user can perform database searches on the program guide listings (e.g., to search for a particular type of television program). If desired, the user can select an option that directs the multimedia system to tune directly to a television channel for a selected program or to a related television program guide or movie guide service on a television channel. The user can order pay-per-view events using the system.08-04-2011

Patent applications by Joanna L. Hensley, Tulsa, OK US

Joel M. Hensley, Chelmsford, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100316327Surface Plasmon Enhanced Optical Devices for Integrated Photonics - An optical device for integrated photonic applications includes a substrate, a dielectric waveguide and a surface plasmon waveguide. The dielectric waveguide includes a dielectric waveguide core disposed relative to a dielectric waveguide cladding and a common cladding. The surface plasmon waveguide includes a surface plasmon waveguide core disposed relative to the common cladding and a surface plasmon waveguide cladding. The common cladding couples the dielectric waveguide and the surface plasmon waveguide.12-16-2010

Joseph Michael Hensley, Lexington, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120092198SYSTEM AND METHOD OF ANALOG-TO-DIGITAL CONVERTERS - An analog-to-digital converter system that includes a pipeline including N successively-cascaded signal converters, each converting, according to a first clock signal, a respective portion of an input signal of the pipeline into digital codes, a code aligner for receiving and aligning the digital codes from the signal converters in the pipeline into a digital output of the system, an error extractor coupled to an amplifier input node of a selected one signal converter via a first switch for extracting an error signal, and a load system coupled to the amplifier input node of the selected one signal converter via a second switch.04-19-2012

Joshua A. Hensley, Placentia, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100004098ILLUMINATED ROCK-CLIMBING HOLD - An illuminated climbing hold for mounting on a climbing wall, the illuminated climbing hold that consists of a body which has an exterior portion adapted to support a climber and a substantially planar mounting face adapted to engage the climbing wall, the body further consisting of an optional internal compartment and the body is made of transparent building material; an operational light source disposed inside the body, such as inside the compartment, and operational fastening means to attach the climbing hold to a climbing wall.01-07-2010

Kenneth Hensley, Oklahoma, OK US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090325167METHOD OF USING CYTOKINE ASSAY TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, AND EVALUATE INFLAMMATORY AND AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES - The invention provides methods for diagnosing, treating, or evaluating inflammatory and autoimmune diseases by sampling peripheral blood, serum, plasma, tissue, cerebrospinal fluit, or other bodily fluids from a human subject having a suspected diagnosis. The sample is analyzed for the presence and amount of certain cytokines, which provides the diagnosis, prognosis or evaluation of therapeutic response.12-31-2009

Kirk Hensley, Dublin, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110271960Ventilator-Initiated Prompt Regarding Auto-PEEP Detection During Volume Ventilation Of Triggering Patient - This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating ventilatory parameters, analyzing those parameters and providing useful notifications and recommendations to clinicians. That is, modern ventilators monitor, evaluate, and graphically represent a myriad of ventilatory parameters. However, many clinicians may not easily identify or recognize data patterns and correlations indicative of certain patient conditions, changes in patient condition, and/or effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Further, clinicians may not readily determine appropriate ventilatory adjustments that may address certain patient conditions and/or the effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Specifically, clinicians may not readily detect or recognize the presence of Auto-PEEP during volume ventilation of a triggering patient. According to embodiments, a ventilator may be configured to monitor and evaluate diverse ventilatory parameters to detect Auto-PEEP and may issue suitable notifications and recommendations to the clinician when Auto-PEEP is implicated. The suitable notifications and recommendations may further be provided in a hierarchical format.11-10-2011
20110273299Ventilator-Initiated Prompt Regarding Auto-PEEP Detection During Volume Ventilation Of Non-Triggering Patient - This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating ventilatory parameters, analyzing those parameters and providing useful notifications and recommendations to clinicians. That is, modern ventilators monitor, evaluate, and graphically represent a myriad of ventilatory parameters. However, many clinicians may not easily identify or recognize data patterns and correlations indicative of certain patient conditions, changes in patient condition, and/or effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Further, clinicians may not readily determine appropriate ventilatory adjustments that may address certain patient conditions and/or the effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Specifically, clinicians may not readily detect or recognize the presence of Auto-PEEP during volume ventilation of a non-triggering patient. According to embodiments, a ventilator may be configured to monitor and evaluate diverse ventilatory parameters to detect Auto-PEEP and may issue suitable notifications and recommendations to the clinician when Auto-PEEP is implicated. The suitable notifications and recommendations may further be provided in a hierarchical format.11-10-2011
20120000467Ventilator-Initiated Prompt Regarding Auto-PEEP Detection During Volume Ventilation Of Triggering Patient Exhibiting Obstructive Component - This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating ventilatory parameters, analyzing those parameters and providing useful notifications and recommendations to clinicians. That is, modern ventilators monitor, evaluate, and graphically represent multiple ventilatory parameters. However, many clinicians may not easily recognize data patterns and correlations indicative of certain patient conditions, changes in patient condition, and/or effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Further, clinicians may not readily determine appropriate ventilatory adjustments that may address certain patient conditions and/or the effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Specifically, clinicians may not readily detect or recognize the presence of Auto-PEEP during volume ventilation of a triggering patient exhibiting an obstructive component. According to embodiments, a ventilator may be configured to monitor and evaluate diverse ventilatory parameters to detect Auto-PEEP and may issue notifications and recommendations suitable for a triggering patient to the clinician when Auto-PEEP is implicated. The suitable notifications and recommendations may further be provided in a hierarchical format.01-05-2012
20120000468Ventilator-Initiated Prompt Regarding Auto-PEEP Detection During Volume Ventilation Of Non-Triggering Patient Exhibiting Obstructive Component - This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating ventilatory parameters, analyzing those parameters and providing useful notifications and recommendations to clinicians. That is, modern ventilators monitor, evaluate, and graphically represent multiple ventilatory parameters. However, many clinicians may not easily recognize data patterns and correlations indicative of certain patient conditions, changes in patient condition, and/or effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Further, clinicians may not readily determine appropriate ventilatory adjustments that may address certain patient conditions and/or the effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Specifically, clinicians may not readily detect or recognize the presence of Auto-PEEP during volume ventilation of a non-triggering patient exhibiting an obstructive component. According to embodiments, a ventilator may be configured to monitor and evaluate diverse ventilatory parameters to detect Auto-PEEP and may issue notifications and recommendations suitable for a non-triggering patient to the clinician when Auto-PEEP is implicated. The suitable notifications and recommendations may further be provided in a hierarchical format.01-05-2012
20120000469Ventilator-Initiated Prompt Regarding Auto-PEEP Detection During Pressure Ventilation Of Patient Exhibiting Obstructive Component - This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating ventilatory parameters, analyzing ventilatory data associated with those parameters, and providing useful notifications and/or recommendations to clinicians. Modern ventilators monitor, evaluate, and graphically represent a myriad of ventilatory parameters. However, many clinicians may not easily identify or recognize data patterns and correlations indicative of certain patient conditions, changes in patient condition, and/or effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Further, clinicians may not readily determine appropriate ventilatory adjustments that may address certain patient conditions and/or the effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Specifically, clinicians may not readily detect or recognize the presence of Auto-PEEP during various types of pressure ventilation of a patient exhibiting an obstructive component. According to embodiments, a ventilator may be configured to monitor and evaluate diverse ventilatory parameters to detect Auto-PEEP and may issue suitable notifications and recommendations to the clinician when Auto-PEEP is implicated.01-05-2012
20120000470Ventilator-Initiated Prompt Regarding Auto-PEEP Detection During Pressure Ventilation - This disclosure describes systems and methods for monitoring and evaluating ventilatory parameters, analyzing ventilatory data associated with those parameters, and providing useful notifications and/or recommendations to clinicians. Modern ventilators monitor, evaluate, and graphically represent a myriad of ventilatory parameters. However, many clinicians may not easily identify or recognize data patterns and correlations indicative of certain patient conditions, changes in patient condition, and/or effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Further, clinicians may not readily determine appropriate ventilatory adjustments that may address certain patient conditions and/or the effectiveness of ventilatory treatment. Specifically, clinicians may not readily detect or recognize the presence of Auto-PEEP during various types of pressure ventilation. According to embodiments, a ventilator may be configured to monitor and evaluate diverse ventilatory parameters to detect Auto-PEEP and may issue suitable notifications and recommendations to the clinician when Auto-PEEP is implicated. The suitable notifications and recommendations may further be provided in a hierarchical format.01-05-2012
20120096381Ventilator-Initiated Prompt In Response To Proposed Setting Adjustment - This disclosure describes systems and methods for issuing a prompt in response to one or more proposed settings adjustments. Specifically, the prompt may include a projected impact of the one or more proposed settings adjustments on patient condition and/or patient treatment. The prompt may further provide an impact level and/or an alert associated with the projected impact. According to embodiments, one or more recommendations for alternative settings adjustments may be provided on the prompt or on an extension of the prompt. According to embodiments, a clinician may scroll through a plurality of potential settings adjustments until a desired impact level is displayed on the prompt (e.g., a positive impact level). According to still other embodiments, a plurality of proposed settings adjustments may be received. In this case, the projected impact displayed on the prompt may represent a combined projected impact of the plurality of proposed settings adjustments received.04-19-2012

Lisa Hensley, Frederick, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110027388Cobalt Hexammine as a Potential Therapeutic Against HIV and/or Ebola Virus - Hexaamminecobalt(III) chloride, also called Cohex, reduces the extent of viral infection, including difficult to treat infections caused by Ebola virus and HIV. Disclosed are methods for treating a viral infection, comprising administering to a patient a cobalt(III) hexammine compound in an amount effective to reduce an extent of a viral infection. Also disclosed are kits for delivery of a cobalt(III) hexammine compound by injection.02-03-2011

Lisa E. Hensley, Frederick, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110177131siRNA SILENCING OF FILOVIRUS GENE EXPRESSION - The present invention provides siRNA molecules that target Filovirus gene expression and methods of using such siRNA molecules to silence Filovirus gene expression. The present invention also provides nucleic acid-lipid particles that target Filovirus gene expression comprising an siRNA that silences Filovirus gene expression, a cationic lipid, and a non-cationic lipid.07-21-2011
20110201667COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR SILENCING EBOLA VIRUS GENE EXPRESSION - The present invention provides compositions comprising therapeutic nucleic acids (e.g., interfering RNA such as siRNA) that target Ebola virus (EBOV) gene expression and methods of using such compositions to silence EBOV gene expression. More particularly, the invention provides unmodified and chemically modified interfering RNA which silence EBOV gene expression and methods of use thereof, e.g., for preventing or treating EBOV infections caused by one or more EBOV species such as Zaire EBOV. The invention also provides serum-stable nucleic acid-lipid particles comprising one or more interfering RNA molecules, a cationic lipid, and a non-cationic lipid, which can further comprise a conjugated lipid that inhibits aggregation of particles. Methods of silencing EBOV gene expression by administering one or more interfering RNA molecules to a mammalian subject are also provided.08-18-2011

Marion P. Hensley, Pendleton, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100015910Counter-Intelligence Signal Enabled Communication Device - According to one embodiment, a radio has a memory for the storage of a number of records. Each record has a number of operating parameters that are used by a controller subsystem to control the radio's operation. The controller subsystem is operable to communicate with a first communication device using a first electro-magnetic signal while communicating with a second communication device using a second electromagnetic signal configured according to one of the records. The first electro-magnetic signal uses a portion of the information transfer capacity of the radio and is devoid of a counter-intelligence signal. The second electro-magnetic signal comprises a counter-intelligence signal that is operable to eavesdrop or disrupt communication of the second communication device.01-21-2010
20100142646System And Method For Improved Communication Utilizing Velocity Related Information - According to one embodiment, a method for communication includes receiving, by a receiver, a first modulated signal. The first modulated signal includes at least one error. The method also includes demodulating the first modulated signal. The demodulation includes compensating for the at least one error utilizing information related to a velocity of the receiver.06-10-2010
20110174181Remote Explosion Detonation System - According to one embodiment of the disclosure, a remote explosive detonation system includes a transmitter and at least one receiver having a detonator. The transmitter transmits an electro-magnetic signal having a transmitter identification code that may be received by the receiver. The receiver initiates the detonator if the transmitter identification code matches an internal identification code stored in the receiver.07-21-2011
20110291918Enhancing Vision Using An Array Of Sensor Modules - According to one embodiment, a method for enhancing vision for a vehicle includes recording external surroundings of the vehicle by a sensor array comprising a plurality of sensor modules including at least two different types of sensor modules, such that the sensor array is coupled to the exterior of the vehicle. The method further includes determining a field of view and one or more types of sensor modules to be displayed. The method further includes displaying the recorded external surroundings of the vehicle associated with the determined one or more types of sensor modules associated with the field of view to be displayed.12-01-2011
20110305174Broad Propagation Pattern Antenna - An antenna includes a diplexer having a high pass filter coupled to first and second radiating elements and a low pass filter coupled to third and fourth radiating elements, the first and second radiating elements oriented in a different direction relative to the third and fourth radiating elements. Signals are transmitted to or receive from the first and second radiating elements with a greater intensity relative to the intensity with which the signals are transmitted to or received from the third and fourth radiating elements when the signal frequencies are above a low pass roll-off frequency of the low pass filter. Signals are transmitted to or received from the third and fourth radiating elements with a greater intensity relative to the intensity with which the signals are transmitted to or received from the first and second radiating elements when the signal frequencies are below a high pass roll-off frequency of the high pass filter.12-15-2011

Mark Hensley, Ridgefield, WA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100125950ACCESSORY PANEL FOR DIAGNOSTIC PLATFORM, PATIENT BED AND OTHER SUPPORT SURFACES - Embodiments herein provide a flexible accessory panel with apertures from which items may be suspended. In particular, receptacles for fluids draining from a patient may be suspended from the apertures, which are retained at a level below that of the patient, maintaining a gravitational flow. Maintaining downward flow of the draining fluids limits the backflow of draining fluid to the patient and reduces the risk of infection.05-27-2010

Mark Hensley, Los Angeles, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100211122HOLDER FOR SIMULTANEOUSLY APPLYING A GEL PACK AND A TRANSCUTANEOUS ELECTRICAL NERVE/MUSCLE STIMULATOR - A device for application to a body part for the treatment of symptoms of injury or pain, comprising a holder for simultaneously applying (1) a thermal device capable of retaining hot or cold, and (2) a transcutaneous electrical nerve/muscle stimulator, whereby to allow the simultaneous application to a body part of transcutaneous electrical nerve/muscle stimulation and either hot or cold therapy. The holder can have a pocket for receiving the thermal device and a front surface bearing the nerve/muscle stimulator, for example, by hook and loop material, or adhesive, enabling the activatable surface of the nerve/muscle stimulator to be applied to the body part simultaneously with the hot or cold therapy of the gel pack in the pocket.08-19-2010

Michael E. Hensley, Columbia, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090097928WELD GUN LUG RESURFACING TOOL - A resurfacing tool and method of operation for a weld gun lug having a lug face is disclosed. The resurfacing tool may comprise a hollow chip retention housing having a lug entrance, a bushing opening, and a chip retention area. A rotary attachment shaft extends through the lug entrance and rotates relative to the retention housing, driven by a rotary power tool. A cutting head assembly is mounted to the rotary attachment shaft in the retention housing for rotation with the rotary attachment shaft, with the cutting head assembly having a cutting head facing toward the lug entrance. A member defines an alignment bore oriented coaxially relative to the rotary attachment shaft. A guide pin has a lug attachment portion configured to attach to the weld gun lug normal to the cable bolt attachment hole, and a pilot shaft telescopically received in the alignment bore.04-16-2009

Mitch Hensley, Maricopa, AZ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100226512PRESENTATION AUDIO SYSTEM - A presentation audio system with two dual-mode, dual-channel, wireless IR microphone/controllers that concurrently transmit multiplexed audio and command IR signals to IR sensors communicating to an amplifier that sends amplified audio to one or more speakers, responsive to the received commands. Each wireless IR microphone/controller includes a microphone and controller in a housing with manual controls and separate redundant groups of transmitting IR LEDs. The amplifier is controlled as to volume, audio sources selected, and control closure operation. First mode controls the audio of the IR microphone/controller that is set in the first mode and second mode controls all audio sources in the system. One manual control is a control closure that may be used to initiate a building alarm or for other purposes. A headset microphone jack enables use of the IR microphone/controller as an IR transmitter. A dual recharger usable vertically or horizontally is included.09-09-2010

Patrick Allen Hensley, Jersey City, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100106733System and Method for Augmenting Digital Media With Custom Content - A system and method for enhancing the number of page views of a web site or other digitally distributed interactive medium. A custom content hosting service allows a publisher to augment the contents of its own site with additional pages. The custom content hosting service provides content based on a topic supplied by the publisher, extracting data from a database of generic content. Generic content may include, for example, news feeds and news archives; news and archive photographs; links to blogs and other sites; etc. The publisher may customize the look and feel of the hosted pages to allow seamless integration into its own site.04-29-2010

Patrick L. Hensley, Meadows Place, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100147918BAG - Embodiments described herein comprise a first bag for coupling to a second bag. The bags may include a bridge strap configured to adjustably couple the bags together. The bags may include one or more side pockets. The side pockets may be located on an exterior of the sides of the bags. The side pockets are configured to secure an elongated object, such as a fishing rod, to the bags. The bags may be coupled to a transport device using the bridge straps. The bags are configured to be transported on the transport device.06-17-2010

Richard Hensley, Erie, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090144088DIAGNOSTICS BENEFITS MANAGEMENT AND DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A system may receive a proposed medical diagnosis of a patient, and automatically identify potential medical services to be performed with respect to the patient. The identified medical services may be deemed relevant to the proposed medical diagnosis, which the system may determine from a customizable decision table. Further, the system may receive selection of a potential medical service from the identified potential medical services, and present an automated, real-time indication regarding paying entity/plan coverage and estimated cost and/or quality metrics for the selected medical service based on the patient and paying entity/plan of the patient. In addition, the system may facilitate selection of a lab/facility to perform the selected medical service. To communicate across clinicians, labs/facilities and paying entities, the system may employ a catalog of medical services spanning multiple clinicians, labs/facilities or paying entities/plans to thereby integrate their nomenclatures, and may employ a coding system in this regard.06-04-2009
20110153357DIAGNOSTICS BENEFITS MANAGEMENT AND DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM, AND ASSOCIATED METHOD AND COMPUTER-READABLE STORAGE MEDIUM - A system may receive a proposed medical diagnosis of a patient, and automatically identify potential medical services to be performed with respect to the patient. The identified medical services may be deemed relevant to the proposed medical diagnosis, which the system may determine from a customizable decision table. Further, the system may receive selection of a potential medical service from the identified potential medical services, and present an automated, real-time indication regarding paying entity/plan coverage and estimated cost and/or quality metrics for the selected medical service based on the patient and paying entity/plan of the patient. In addition, the system may facilitate selection of a lab/facility to perform the selected medical service. To communicate across clinicians, labs/facilities and paying entities, the system may employ a catalog of medical services spanning multiple clinicians, labs/facilities or paying entities/plans to thereby integrate their nomenclatures, and may employ a coding system in this regard.06-23-2011

Rickey Lynn Hensley, Fraser, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120060825Contained burn units - A fully self-contained, transportable burning unit for logging by-products with low calorific value waste. Non-mechanical unit with natural draft to create a hot burn situation with low smoke particulates. Closable screened lid during non-attended times for continued burn.03-15-2012

Robert Hensley, Wheaton, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080270317Methods and Computer Software Applications for Selecting Securities for An Investment Portfolio - Provided are methods and computer software applications for generating a stock portfolio, and/or enhanced stock index, through using a plurality of growth factors and a plurality of value factors to rank stocks, and for constructing investment vehicles based on the stock portfolio. The method, software application, or computer apparatus of the present technology employs a novel stock selection strategy to select stocks from a pre-selected universe of securities such as a commercially available stock market index in order to create a stock portfolio, and/or enhanced stock index, and a fund based thereon that can generate positive alpha as compared to a fund based on the pre-selected universe of securities.10-30-2008
20090198631System and Method for Selecting Securities for an Investment Portfolio - Methods and systems for selecting and weighting securities for an actively managed exchange-traded fund. An initial selection of stocks includes domestic or international stocks, which are selected based at least in part on market capitalization. Each stock is scored using a plurality of growth and value factors to generate one or more growth scores and one or more value scores. A selection score is determined for each stock, and the stocks are ranked according to selection scores. A predetermined amount of stocks are eliminated from the stock portfolio based on selection score ranking, and the remaining stocks are split into a plurality of sub-groups. A stock portfolio is generated by weighting the remaining stocks according to the sub-groups they are in, with each stock being equally weighted within its sub-group. An exchange-traded fund is offered to consumers based on the stock portfolio.08-06-2009
20110264603SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SELECTING SECURITIES FOR AN INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO - Methods and systems for selecting and weighting securities for an actively managed exchange-traded fund. An initial selection of stocks includes domestic or international stocks, which are selected based at least in part on market capitalization. Each stock is scored using a plurality of growth and value factors to generate one or more growth scores and one or more value scores. A selection score is determined for each stock, and the stocks are ranked according to selection scores. A predetermined amount of stocks are eliminated from the stock portfolio based on selection score ranking, and the remaining stocks are split into a plurality of sub-groups. A stock portfolio is generated by weighting the remaining stocks according to the sub-groups they are in, with each stock being equally weighted within its sub-group. An exchange-traded fund is offered to consumers based on the stock portfolio.10-27-2011
20120047089Methods and Computer Software Applications for Selecting Securities for An Investment Portfolio - Provided are methods and computer software applications for generating a stock portfolio, and/or enhanced stock index, through using a plurality of growth factors and a plurality of value factors to rank stocks, and for constructing investment vehicles based on the stock portfolio. The method, software application, or computer apparatus of the present technology employs a novel stock selection strategy to select stocks from a pre-selected universe of securities such as a commercially available stock market index in order to create a stock portfolio, and/or enhanced stock index, and a fund based thereon that can generate positive alpha as compared to a fund based on the pre-selected universe of securities.02-23-2012

Patent applications by Robert Hensley, Wheaton, IL US

Robert William Hensley, Tucson, AZ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120080608On-Line Monitoring of Synthesis Reactions - Methods, devices and systems for on-line UV monitoring of automated synthesizer reactions. The device includes a UV source, detector, electronics, and housing that are integrated with a line or tube through which liquid reactants flow for periodic measurements in a synthesizer system. The methods include the measurements and methods for determining the progression of the reaction, completion point of the reaction, and the modification of the reaction times and repetitions in real time.04-05-2012

Ryan Hensley, Sandy State, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110309597BICYCLE PEDAL WITH INTEGRATED CABLE LOCK - A locking bicycle pedal includes coiled cables on spools with locking mechanisms attached to free ends. The cables may be extended from the spools. The locking mechanism may comprise a key or combination lock. The locking mechanisms attach to the pedal when not in use for locking the bicycle. A bicycle may be equipped with one or more locking pedals. Where two locking pedals are provided, the locking mechanisms of one pedal may interlock with each other and/or the locking mechanisms of the other pedal. The coil and locking mechanisms do not interfere with normal use of the bicycle.12-22-2011

Ryan J. Hensley, Austin, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120126871METHOD AND APPARATUS OF ALTERNATING SERVICE MODES OF AN SOI PROCESS CIRCUIT - A method and apparatus of alternating service modes of a silicon on insulator (SOI) process circuit includes determining whether the SOI process circuit is in a first or second service mode. A first clock or a second clock is selected for transmission along a buswire of the SOI process circuit based upon the determination. A receiving device of the signal is notified whether the SOI process circuit is operating in the first service mode or the second service mode.05-24-2012

Ryan Lee Hensley, Pineville, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080209882Articulating Swing-Out Arm - A lawn mower, in particular a reel lawn mower, can include an articulating swing-out arm for supporting a reel assembly. The swing-out arm can include main and secondary members. The main member and the mower can be coupled to a first joint assembly which can define a first axis therethrough and can be operable to provide for rotation of the main member relative to the mower about the first axis. The main and secondary members can be coupled to a second joint assembly which can define a second axis therethrough and can be operable to provide for rotation of the secondary member relative to the main member about the second axis. The secondary member can also be coupled to the reel assembly. The swing-out arm can be operable to locate the reel assembly in a mowing position underneath the mower and a servicing position outside of the mower.09-04-2008

Shaun J. Hensley, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090152774Method For Molding A Fluid-Filled Structure - A mold may include mold portions that each includes a surface, a cavity formed in the surface, and a movable frame that extends around the cavity. In manufacturing a fluid-filled chamber, a parison may be located between the mold portions. The mold portions are moved toward the parison such that the frames contact and compress opposite sides of the parison to form a first bond between the opposite sides of the parison. The parison is also compressed between the mold portions such that opposite sides of the parison are shaped within the cavities to define the chamber and form a second bond immediately adjacent to the chamber.06-18-2009

Tom Hensley, Albuquerque, NM US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090147472Means to Utilize Conduction-cooled Electronics Modules in an Air Cooled System - A means to utilize conduction-cooled VME electronics modules in an air cooled system is provided. Such means comprises a modified convection-cooled VME compatible chassis that includes a convection bridge thermally interfaced with a VME electronics module just as a conduction chassis would. The convection bridge is clamped between the VME electronics module and the modified chassis, requiring no modifications to the VME electronics module. For enhanced performance, additional features may include having any individual or combination of fin orientation on the convection bridge, interstitial material such as grease or indium foil can be inserted between the convection bridge and the VME electronics module, and compatible air-moving appliances such as a fan as part of the modified VME chassis.06-11-2009
20100053901Hybrid Chassis Cooling System - In a system for housing electronics cards, methods and systems for cooling the electronics cards are presented. Each electronics card preferably contains heat-producing electronics and a heat sink, and is preferably placed within a card guide of the chassis and secured into position with a clamping device. At least one of the heat sink, the card guide, the clamping device, and a cold wall of the chassis are used to facilitate the conduction cooling of the heat-producing electronics. Furthermore, a clamping device may rigidly secure a card into position, thus reducing the impact of vibrations (including shock) on the card. Additionally, an air flow further cools the electronics cards, the card guides, and/or the cold wall.03-04-2010

Veralyn Hensley, Folsom, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100131407System and Method of Providing Replenishment and Pick-up Services to One or More Cash Handling Devices - A transport carrier (i.e., an armored vehicle or any mode of transportation) may be equipped with cash storage and recycling capabilities. The transport carrier may be equipped to replenish funds as needed and/or pick up a surplus of funds. The transport carrier may be in communication with a financial institution and/or a central server. In some arrangements, the central server may dynamically route the transport carrier to cash handling devices as various locations in order to efficiently meet the needs of the devices and associated clients.05-27-2010

Veralyn Dee Hensley, Folsom, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100010904Immediate recognition of financial transactions - Immediate recognition of deposits and other transactions may be provided by a financial institution for transactions conducted at a remote location. The financial institution may receive transaction data from a device at the remote location and immediately acknowledge the transaction and provide a non-provisional credit to an entity's account. The device may include various currency handling devices such as automatic teller machines (ATM), self-payment kiosks, cash registers and the like. A financial institution may further provide a real-time cash position of an entity across multiple currency handling devices of the entity.01-14-2010

Vincent Hensley, Gate City, VA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110318094STRUT FOR CONNECTING FRAMES - A strut includes at least one bridge that provides a defined spacing between first and second frames in a longitudinal direction. At least a first connection portion is disposed on or near an end of the bridge and is resiliently elastically deformable at least in the longitudinal direction. The first connection portion may be press-fit between a base of the first frame and an engaging portion disposed on a flange that extends substantially perpendicular from the frame base. The first connection portion may comprise a base connected to the bridge with at least one inner clip projection having a first connecting member, and an outer clip comprising a base for abutting against a surface of the first frame and at least one outer clip projection extending from the outer clip base. The outer clip projection has a second connecting member that engages the first connecting member.12-29-2011