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Donald L. Hoffman, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090144380PEER-TO-PEER EMAIL - A peer-to-peer email system and methods are provided for distributed email distribution, prevention of SPAM, and efficient email storage. Each email client also serves as a node in the peer-to-peer system, relaying email messages and/or attachments. Large attachments may be transmitted directly from sender to receiver, and if the receiver is not online at the time the sender sends the attachment, the receiver can request the attachment from the sender at a later time.06-04-2009
20100031333SECURE EMAIL - Methods of paying debt over a network and debtor computer systems are provided for forming a secure email link between the debtor computer system and a creditor computer system; transmitting a notice of debt from the creditor computer system to the debtor computer system using the secure email link; and paying at least a portion of the debt at the debtor computer system based upon the notice of debt. The secure email link may be formed over a peer-to-peer email system.02-04-2010

Gilbert A. Hoffman, Aloha, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090251180ANALOG PHASE-LOCKED LOOP - Aspects of the present invention are related, in general, to Type-III phase-locked loops. In particular, aspects of the present invention relate to analog Type-III phase-locked loop anangements comprising at least two signal paths, wherein each signal path may correspond to a bandwidth partition and may be selected by a selector according to a bandwidth parameter value. According to one aspect of the present invention, a first signal path may correspond to a fast loop (wide closed-loop bandwidth), and a second signal path may correspond to a slow loop (narrow closed-loop bandwidth).10-08-2009

Jeffrey D. Hoffman, Forest Grove, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080240005PROCESSING WIRELESS AND BROADBAND SIGNALS USING RESOURCE SHARING - Methods and structures are described for processing signals formatted according to a plurality of different wireless and broadband standards. In some embodiments, network resources are shared to enable energy efficient, pseudo-simultaneous processing. In some embodiments, a timestamp is prepended to input data to remove jitter associated with time division multiplexed processing using shared resources. Systems according to embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.10-02-2008
20080240168PROCESSING WIRELESS AND BROADBAND SIGNALS USING RESOURCE SHARING - Methods and structures are described for processing signals formatted according to a plurality of different wireless and broadband standards. In some embodiments, network resources are shared to enable energy efficient, pseudo-simultaneous processing. In some embodiments, a timestamp is prepended to input data to remove jitter associated with time division multiplexed processing using shared resources. Systems according to embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.10-02-2008
20080244110PROCESSING WIRELESS AND BROADBAND SIGNALS USING RESOURCE SHARING - Methods and structures are described for processing signals formatted according to a plurality of different wireless and broadband standards. In some embodiments, network resources are shared to enable energy efficient, pseudo-simultaneous processing. In some embodiments, a timestamp is prepended to input data to remove jitter associated with time division multiplexed processing using shared resources. Systems according to embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.10-02-2008
20080244115PROCESSING WIRELESS AND BROADBAND SIGNALS USING RESOURCE SHARING - Methods and structures are described for processing signals formatted according to a plurality of different wireless and broadband standards. In some embodiments, network resources are shared to enable energy efficient, pseudo-simultaneous processing. In some embodiments, a timestamp is prepended to input data to remove jitter associated with time division multiplexed processing using shared resources. Systems according to embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.10-02-2008
20080244357PROCESSING WIRELESS AND BROADBAND SIGNALS USING RESOURCE SHARING - Methods and structures are described for processing signals formatted according to a plurality of different wireless and broadband standards. In some embodiments, network resources are shared to enable energy efficient, pseudo-simultaneous processing. In some embodiments, a timestamp is prepended to input data to remove jitter associated with time division multiplexed processing using shared resources. Systems according to embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.10-02-2008
20080307291PROCESSING WIRELESS AND BROADBAND SIGNALS USING RESOURCE SHARING - Methods and structures are described for processing signals formatted according to a plurality of different wireless and broadband standards. In some embodiments, network resources are shared to enable energy efficient, pseudo-simultaneous processing. In some embodiments, a timestamp is prepended to input data to remove jitter associated with time division multiplexed processing using shared resources. Systems according to embodiments of the invention are also disclosed.12-11-2008

Justice John William Hoffman, Bend, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100266841Treatment of wood for the production of building structures and other wood products - Compositions and devices for the production of treated wood products are disclosed. A moisture exchange container for treating a plurality of wood pieces with a chemical formulation of interest is described. Also, an adhesive suitable for gluing wood pieces that have been treated, or that are going to be treated, with a chemical formulation of interest is described. Also disclosed are methods and systems using the devices and compositions of the present invention, and treated wood products.10-21-2010

Lawrence Andrew Hoffman, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080216288Multi leaf extendable gear hinge - The present invention is an extremely compact three leaf geared hinge that is adapted to handle heavy loads, tightly fold back onto itself for space conservation, offer extensive freedom of movement in the horizontal plane and provide an extremely smooth operating action with minimal play in torsion as well as in axial or transverse motions. The hinge has three interconnected leaves jointed by hinge pins. The inner and outer leaves each have two fixed gears on their sides that meshingly engage a set of two rotating gears located on the sides of the middle leaf. The inner leaf has a cylindrical leaf and pin arrangement on one end that may be rotatably secured to a rigid member or housing. The free end of the outer leaf may be attached to the load directly or with a device that allows the load to rotate normally about the extended hinge.09-11-2008
20080216307Personalized gauge kit and method of using - The present invention is a kit for making an automotive gauge with personalized gauge faces that may be interchanged via an in situ removable front cover plate. The kit provides a gauge having a dust proof sealing front cover plate that may be unscrewed from the gauge body and a keyed removable indicating needle that allows a personally stylized gauge face to be installed. The face of the gauge is constructed through the use of a personal computer and printer in conjunction with a software program, provided with the kit, that allows the user to personally design the gauge face.09-11-2008
20080216579Personalized gauge kit and method of using - The present invention is a kit for making an automotive gauge with personalized gauge faces that may be interchanged via an in situ removable front cover plate. The kit provides a gauge having a dust proof sealing front cover plate that may be unscrewed from the gauge body and a keyed removable indicating needle that allows a personally stylized gauge face to be installed. The face of the gauge is constructed through the use of a personal computer and printer in conjunction with a software program, provided with the kit, that allows the user to personally design the gauge face.09-11-2008
20090103322Tri-bar headlight assembly with interchangeable colored dots - A motor-vehicle headlight assembly which has an interchangeable colored translucent cup centered over the light source by a three linear member housing. The headlight assembly also has a region of its lens colored differently with a reflective enclosure behind it wherein a signal light resides. This allows the installer to change both the look of the headlight and the color of the center most region of the light beam emitted from the headlight.04-23-2009
20090105905Universal pneumatic suspension control unit and vehicle anti theft device - A versatile automobile pneumatic suspension control unit and vehicle anti theft device. The microprocessor based unit allows precise calibration and operation of all manufacturer's air suspension bags and incorporates a system for deflation of all vehicle air bags so as to place the vehicle body directly onto the vehicle chassis and tires so as to disable operation of the vehicle. The unit has programmable valve timing, preset suspension configuration buttons and can be operated remotely via a key fob transmitter.04-23-2009
20100208484TRIBAR LIGHTING - Apparatus and methods of tribar headlights with removable/replaceable tribar elements are presented. In accordance with an embodiment, a tribar element assembly comprising a dot element and a retaining plug is removably coupled in a tribar hub allowing replacement and change out of the dot element through the bulb aperture of the lamp envelope.08-19-2010

Patent applications by Lawrence Andrew Hoffman, Portland, OR US

Michael G. Hoffman, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100219808SYSTEM FOR INTELLIGENT AUTOMATED RESPONSE TO LINE FREQUENCY AND VOLTAGE DISTURBANCES BY A CENTRAL CONTROL POINT COMMUNICATION WITH A PLURALITY OF LOAD CONTROL DEVICES - Systems for intelligent automated response to line frequency and voltage disturbances by a central control point communication with a plurality of load control devices. The systems may include a load control device adapted to communicate with one or more energy consuming devices. The load control device may have a load control device firmware adapted to receive and process control directives to change the load of at least one energy consuming device. A central control point may be associated with the building and may be connected to the line power. The central control point may include a circuit adapted to monitor the line power and a central control point firmware adapted to detect the line disturbance. The central control point firmware may be in communication with the load control device firmware and may be adapted to transmit the control directives to the load control device firmware.09-02-2010

Michael T. Hoffman, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100311544Wearable Device Assembly Having Athletic Functionality - A wearable device has a carrier having an aperture. A device has a USB connection and a protrusion wherein the protrusion is received in the aperture to connect the device to the wristband. The device is a USB type device having athletic functionality. The device may further be configured to receive calibration data such that a measured distance may be converted to a known distance based on athletic activity performed by a user.12-09-2010
20110032105GPS Features and Functionality in an Athletic Watch System - Athletic performance monitoring systems include GPS data to enhance various features of the workout as well as the post-workout data analysis. Such features include using output from multiple sensors to determine the most accurate data available for providing distance measurements for individual segments of a route. The most accurate data for each route segment, from whatever source, then is used to provide the overall route distance and as the basis for making other calculations, such as pace, calorie burn, etc. Another feature relates to the ability to both input and output geographically tagged messages while moving along a route during an athletic performance.02-10-2011
20110098928Monitoring and Tracking Athletic Activity - Athletic activity may be tracked and monitored while providing encouragement and maintaining an individual's interest in continuing to perform athletic activity. For example, a themed workout plan may be implemented to motivate the individual and maintain the individual's interest. The theme may include geographic locations, food items, technology, sports and the like and may include multiple categories or groupings of goals. For example, the categories may correspond to geographic locations. In each category, multiple goals may be defined. The goals may further be represented by real-world objects such as buildings, food items, technology products, sports equipment and the like. A user may progress through each category by completing each of the goals within that category. Other individuals (e.g., friends) may also be displayed on an interface through which a user's progress is tracked. This may allow the user to also view the other individuals' progress in the same workout plan.04-28-2011

Randy Hoffman, Corvallis, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080197414METHOD OF FORMING A THIN FILM COMPONENT - Embodiments of methods, apparatuses, devices, and/or systems for forming a thin film component are described.08-21-2008
20090035899Microelectronic device - A thin film transistor is manufactured by a process including forming an oxide semiconductor channel, patterning the oxide semiconductor channel with a photolithographic process, and exposing the patterned oxide semiconductor channel to an oxygen containing plasma.02-05-2009
20090289250System And Method For Manufacturing A Thin-film Device - A thin-film device includes a plurality of circuit components defining an operational region of the thin-film device, an unpatterned channel portion (11-26-2009
20100044698Semiconductor Film Composition - A semiconductor film composition includes an oxide semiconductor material. At least one polyatomic ion is incorporated into the oxide semiconductor material.02-25-2010
20100244017THIN-FILM TRANSISTOR (TFT) WITH AN EXTENDED OXIDE CHANNEL - In at least some embodiments, a thin-film transistor (TFT) includes a gate electrode and a gate dielectric adjacent the gate electrode. The TFT also includes a source electrode at least partially aligned with the gate electrode and separated from the gate electrode by the gate dielectric. The TFT also includes a drain electrode laterally offset from the gate electrode by at least 2 μm and separated from the gate electrode by the gate dielectric. The TFT also includes an extended oxide channel between the source electrode and the drain electrode, wherein a portion of the extended oxide channel is ungated.09-30-2010

Patent applications by Randy Hoffman, Corvallis, OR US

Randy L. Hoffman, Corvallis, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080254569Semiconductor Device - One exemplary embodiment includes a semiconductor device. The semiconductor device can include a channel including one or more of a metal oxide including zinc-gallium, cadmium-gallium, cadmium-indium.10-16-2008
20090032890MULTILAYER DIELECTRIC - An apparatus and method relating to a first inorganic dielectric layer having a first concentration of defects and a second inorganic dielectric layer in contact with a first layer and having a second lesser concentration of defects are disclosed.02-05-2009
20100078634SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE - One exemplary embodiment includes a semiconductor device. The semiconductor device can include a channel including one or more of a metal oxide including zinc-germanium, zinc-lead, cadmium-germanium, cadmium-tin, cadmium-lead.04-01-2010
20100219411SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE HAVING A METAL OXIDE CHANNEL - A semiconductor device includes a metal oxide channel and methods for forming the same. The metal oxide channel includes indium, gallium, and zinc.09-02-2010
20100279514MULTILAYER DIELECTRIC - A method forms a first inorganic dielectric layer having a first concentration of defects and a second inorganic dielectric layer in contact with a first layer and having a second lesser concentration of defects.11-04-2010

Patent applications by Randy L. Hoffman, Corvallis, OR US

Thomas Hoffman, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080311720Short channel effect of MOS devices by retrograde well engineering using tilted dopant implantation into recessed source/drain regions - A method of forming a transistor comprising: defining undercut recesses in the substrate at the source/drain regions thereof, the undercut recesses extending beneath the gate electrode; creating a halo implant region beneath the gate electrode between the recesses; and providing raised source/drain structures in the undercut recesses after creating the halo implant region.12-18-2008