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Alan Hoskins, Golden, CO US
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| 20090046334 | HROM REPLICATION METHODS, DEVICES OR SYSTEMS, ARTICLES USED IN SAME AND ARTICLES GENERATED BY SAME - HROM replication methods, devices or systems are disclosed herein. Also disclosed herein are articles comprising conical reference (reconstruction) beam hologram elements to generate conical or conical like reference (reconstruction) beams which may be used in such HROM replication methods, devices or systems. Further disclosed herein are articles comprising a target medium which may be used in such HROM replication methods, devices or systems. | 02-19-2009 |
| 20090207710 | USE OF FEEDBACK ERROR AND/OR FEED-FORWARD SIGNALS TO ADJUST CONTROL AXES TO OPTIMAL RECOVERY POSITION OF HOLOGRAM IN HOLOGRAPHIC DATA STORAGE SYSTEM OR DEVICE - A method for adjusting at least one alignment control axis of a holographic data storage system or device to or towards a sufficiently optimal recovery position for recovery of a hologram based on a derived feedback error signal and/or a derived feed-forward signal. For the next hologram in the sequence, the derived feedback error signal estimates the direction and magnitude of misalignment of the at least one alignment control axis for one or more previously recovered holograms based on alignment-indicating data. The derived feed-forward signal estimates an optimal alignment value for the at least one alignment control axis for one or more holograms based on recording and recovery operating condition data for the holograms. An iterative alignment procedure may also be used to derive a feedback error signal for one hologram. | 08-20-2009 |
Brian J. Hoskins, Lexington, KY US
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| 20100248320 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR CONVERSION OF LIGNOCELLULOSIC MATERIAL TO FERMENTABLE SUGARS AND PRODUCTS PRODUCED THEREFROM - The present invention relates to compositions and methods for the conversion of lignocellulosic material to fermentable sugars and to products produced therefrom (e.g., ethanol, foodstuffs, etc.). In particular, the invention provides lignocellulose-degrading compositions (e.g., generated via incubation of microbes with lignocellulosic priming feedstock in solid-state fermentation format) and methods of using the same (e.g., in saccharification and/or hydrolysis steps (e.g., on ethanologenic feedstock) and as food or feed additives). | 09-30-2010 |
Curtis L. Hoskins, Poughkeepsie, NY US
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| 20080320071 | METHOD, APPARATUS AND PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR CREATING A TEST FRAMEWORK FOR TESTING OPERATING SYSTEM COMPONENTS IN A CLUSTER SYSTEM - A method, apparatus and program product include an Automatic Testing System for creating a test framework for testing operating system components. The Automatic Testing System resides on a server and includes a master driver which assists in creating test cases and scenarios. The Automatic Testing System issues commands to distribute execution to one or more remote client machines in a cluster through, for instance, an external remote shell program. Results of the command are retrieved, as though it was invoked on the machine directly. The logic and parameters needed to run the test scenarios are stored in a database accessible on the web, and test results are compiled and stored in the database to be sent to any designated test customer. | 12-25-2008 |
David R. Hoskins, Marshall, MI US
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| 20110014052 | FAN WITH STRUCTURAL SUPPORT RING - A cooling fan with an integral structural support ring. The fan has a hub member and a plurality of blades extending therefrom. The fan is a one-piece plastic injection structure. The support ring is positioned between the root and tips of the blades. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110094460 | PARTIAL RING COOLING FAN - A cooling fan with partial ring members attached to the blade tips. The fan preferably is a one-piece molded fan with a central hub and a plurality of blade members. Partial ring members on the blade tips reduce weight and minimize potential failures caused by knit lines and operations at high rotational speeds. | 04-28-2011 |
Jeff Hoskins, Versailles, MO US
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| 20100326156 | Crimp validation using crimp force monitoring apparatus, systems and methods - A method monitoring crimping of a fitting onto a hose, or the like, includes monitoring fluid pressure for carrying out the crimp at discrete diameters of the crimp, during the crimp, and analyzing crimp data reflecting the fluid pressure with respect to the diameters of the crimp during the crimp to determine if the fluid pressure is above a minimum pressure at particular diameters during the crimp, below a maximum pressure during the particular diameters during the crimp, and/or varies significantly from earlier crimps, to determine if the crimp is acceptable. A system for monitoring crimping of a fitting onto a hose end or the like might include a pressure sensor deployed in conjunction with a crimper to measure fluid pressure employed by the crimper during the crimp, a die diameter monitor and, a controller operatively connected to the crimper and sensors. | 12-30-2010 |
Kenneth Hoskins, Oxford, MS US
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| 20080305734 | Weep hole cover - An apparatus for providing ventilation in a lower level of a building and for preventing mold and mildew from building up in an interior portion of such building while also preventing entrance of small unwanted animals. The apparatus comprises a frame member having each of a first predetermined shape and a first predetermined size and formed of a first predetermined material. A screen member is engageable with the frame member for attachment thereto, such screen member having each of a second predetermined shape and a second predetermined size and being formed of a second predetermined material. The apparatus is secured to the structure by one of masonry screws or is secured in new construction with bricks and brick mortar. | 12-11-2008 |
Kenneth B. Hoskins, Plano, TX US
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| 20090164464 | Matching Process System And Method - A method for profile matching includes receiving a plurality of user profiles, each user profile comprising traits of a respective user. The method includes receiving a preference indication for a first user profile of the plurality of user profiles. The method also includes determining a potential match user profile of the plurality of user profiles based on the preference indication for the first user profile. The method also includes presenting the potential match user profile to a second user. | 06-25-2009 |
Kent Hoskins, Rockford, IL US
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| 20090319338 | Method and system for virtual mentoring - A virtual mentoring system for assessing traits and improvement needs of a user is disclosed. The virtual mentoring system generates a personalized plan for the user that includes recommendations for reducing one or more inhibitors inversely correlated with improvement areas. | 12-24-2009 |
Kevin Ray Hoskins, Louisville, KY US
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| 20120055823 | REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER INSULATION BLANKET AND PACKAGING SOLUTION - A combined shipping and insulation cover for an electrical appliance comprises a hood of insulating material and layer of polymer film. The cover includes a tear off panel connected to the hood by a perforated score line that allows access to the underlying electrical appliance. | 03-08-2012 |
Mark W. Hoskins, Corvallis, OR US
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| 20090200541 | MAKING A STRUCTURE - A structure includes a surface and a non-equilibrium two-dimensional semiconductor micro structure on the surface. | 08-13-2009 |
Matt Hoskins, Bend, OR US
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| 20110066099 | DELIVERY DEVICE WITH INVERTIBLE DIAPHRAGM - A method and device are disclosed for delivering items into the body of a subject. The device is elongated, and includes a flexible diaphragm having a proximal face and a distal face. The diaphragm is inverted into the device to form a receptacle that holds an item to be delivered. Fluid pressure is applied against the proximal face of the flexible diaphragm to deliver the item from the receptacle and out of the delivery device into the body. In one embodiment, the device is a one-piece device having compressible walls. The diaphragm, which may be a portion of the chamber wall, invaginates within the chamber to form the receptacle. Compression of the flexible walls of the device increases pressure on a proximal face of the diaphragm to evaginate the diaphragm out of the chamber and deliver an item contained in the chamber. | 03-17-2011 |
Michael J. Hoskins, Monument, CO US
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| 20110210764 | Double switched track-and-hold circuit - A double switched track-and-hold circuit includes an input buffer having a first switched amplifier circuit for passing an input signal in a track mode and isolating the input signal from a buffer output in a hold mode, and a track-and-hold core circuit responsive to the input buffer and having a second switched amplifier circuit for tracking the input signal in a track mode and isolating the input signal from a track-and-hold output in a hold mode. The first and second switching amplifier circuits turn off approximately simultaneously during the hold mode to provide enhanced isolation. | 09-01-2011 |
Robert Hoskins, Springboro, OH US
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| 20090299491 | Modular shock absorbers for prosthetic limbs - A modular shock absorber for a prosthetic limb which may be selectively interconnected between a socket for receiving a residual limb and other prosthetic limb components. An exemplary modular shock absorber includes a generally C-shaped body having a substantially planar first extension coupled to a prosthetic socket, a substantially planar second extension coupled to a prosthetic knee chassis, a substantially curved closed end connecting the first extension and the second extension, and a bias interposing the first extension and the second extension. Some exemplary modular shock absorbers may include first and second extensions that are horizontally and/or angularly offset relative to each other. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090306791 | ELEVATED VACUUM LOCKING SYSTEM - An elevated vacuum locking system for prosthetic limb. An exemplary embodiment may include a plunger pin mounted to a flexible liner and including a through passage between a location proximate the exterior of the liner and a distal end of the plunger pin; a locking mechanism mounted within the distal end of a socket; a manifold mounted to the exterior of the distal end of the socket and including a cavity adapted to receive the distal end of the plunger pin when the patient's residual limb and the liner are installed into the socket, the manifold including a through passage connecting an interior of the cavity to an exterior fitting; and a vacuum pump operative to withdraw air from the interior of the socket via the through passage of the plunger pin, the cavity, and the through passage of the manifold. | 12-10-2009 |
| 20110022183 | ELEVATED VACUUM LOCKING SYSTEM - Elevated vacuum locking systems for prosthetic limbs are disclosed. Some example embodiments may include a manifold mounted to the exterior of the distal end of a socket and may include a cavity adapted to receive a distal end of a plunger pin when the patient's residual limb and a liner are installed into the socket. Some example manifolds may include a through passage fluidicly connecting an interior of the cavity to a fitting mounted on an exterior of the manifold and/or a spool valve arranged to selectively vent the cavity to atmosphere via the through passage and a vent hole. The spool valve may be axially slidable between an open position and a shut position within a channel integrally formed with the manifold. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110022184 | SEALING LINER AND LOCK FOR PROSTHETIC LIMB - Locking systems for prosthetic sockets utilizing integrated vacuum and mechanical coupling are disclosed. Some example embodiments may include a flexible liner shaped to accept a portion of a patient's residual limb, the flexible liner including a liner distal end including at least one surface feature; a plunger pin extending distally from the liner distal end; and a locking mechanism for mounting within a prosthetic limb socket approximate a socket distal end, the locking mechanism including a central opening sized to receive the plunger pin, the locking mechanism releasably engaging the plunger pin when the residual limb and the liner are inserted into the socket, wherein a proximal end of the locking mechanism includes at least one surface feature for releasably and sealingly engaging the at least one surface feature of the distal end of the flexible liner. | 01-27-2011 |
| 20110196510 | PLUNGER PIN AND MANIFOLD FOR A PROSTHETIC LIMB - An elevated vacuum locking system for prosthetic limb. An exemplary embodiment may include a plunger pin mounted to a flexible liner and including a through passage between a location proximate the exterior of the liner and a distal end of the plunger pin; a locking mechanism mounted within the distal end of a socket; a manifold mounted to the exterior of the distal end of the socket and including a cavity adapted to receive the distal end of the plunger pin when the patient's residual limb and the liner are installed into the socket, the manifold including a through passage connecting an interior of the cavity to an exterior fitting; and a vacuum pump operative to withdraw air from the interior of the socket via the through passage of the plunger pin, the cavity, and the through passage of the manifold. | 08-11-2011 |
| 20110196511 | METHOD OF DONNING A PROSTHETIC LIMB - An elevated vacuum locking system for prosthetic limb. An exemplary embodiment may include a plunger pin mounted to a flexible liner and including a through passage between a location proximate the exterior of the liner and a distal end of the plunger pin; a locking mechanism mounted within the distal end of a socket; a manifold mounted to the exterior of the distal end of the socket and including a cavity adapted to receive the distal end of the plunger pin when the patient's residual limb and the liner are installed into the socket, the manifold including a through passage connecting an interior of the cavity to an exterior fitting; and a vacuum pump operative to withdraw air from the interior of the socket via the through passage of the plunger pin, the cavity, and the through passage of the manifold. | 08-11-2011 |
Robert D. Hoskins, Baltimore, MD US
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| 20110186775 | CARBON NANOTUBE-INFUSED FIBER MATERIALS CONTAINING PARALLEL-ALIGNED CARBON NANOTUBES, METHODS FOR PRODUCTION THEREOF, AND COMPOSITE MATERIALS DERIVED THEREFROM - Carbon nanotube-infused fiber materials containing substantially parallel-aligned, infused carbon nanotubes are described herein. The carbon nanotube-infused fiber materials contain a fiber material and a layer of carbon nanotubes infused to the fiber material, where the infused carbon nanotubes are aligned substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the fiber material and at least a portion of the substantially parallel-aligned, infused carbon nanotubes are crosslinked to each other, to the fiber material, or both. Crosslinking can occur through covalent bonding or pi-stacking interactions, for example. The carbon nanotube-infused fiber materials can further contain additional carbon nanotubes that are grown on the layer of substantially parallel-aligned, infused carbon nanotubes. Composite materials containing the carbon nanotube-infused fiber materials and methods for production of the carbon nanotube-infused fiber materials are also described herein. | 08-04-2011 |
Stephen L. Hoskins, Galveston, TX US
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| 20120111324 | Dry Powder Drug Delivery Formulations, Methods of Use, and Devices Therefore - The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, and formulations for the pulmonary administration of one or more therapeutic agents, in dry powder form, in a single, large dose quantity. These formulations, methods, and systems are useful in the treatment of patients suffering from toxic or harmful gas exposure, such as nerve gas exposure, as well as in the treatment of patients suffering from diseases of the pulmonary system, including tuberculosis, cystic fibrosis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). | 05-10-2012 |
Stephen Paul Hoskins, Waterbury Center, VT US
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| 20120069619 | Modular Power Converters Usable Alone or In A Multiphase Power Converter - A power converter module for use alone or with other modules in a multiphase power converter. The power converter module has an enclosure that surrounds internal components to prevent radiation of electromagnetic energy, which internal components also limit conduction of electromagnetic energy. The internal components include an EMI filter, a ripple filter, a power converter, and a control interface that communicates with a control system of a power conversion system. The control interface includes a memory that stores information related to the power converter modules so as to improve interchangeability of similar power modules with the multiphase power converter. | 03-22-2012 |
Steven R. Hoskins, Walled Lake, MI US
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| 20090051352 | STEERING ANGLE SENSOR - A steering angle sensor assembly | 02-26-2009 |
| 20100235054 | STEERING ANGLE SENSOR - A steering angle sensor for determining absolute angular position of a steering wheel of a motor vehicle is disclosed. The steering angle sensor includes a steering angle sensor for determining absolute angular position of a steering wheel shaft of a motor vehicle, the steering angle sensor comprising a first rotational member coupled to the steering wheel shaft; the steering wheel shaft and the first rotational member being rotatable about a first rotational axis through a rotational range including a plurality of revolutions of the steering wheel shaft; a second rotational member rotatable about a second rotational axis, the second rotational member is operably coupled to the first rotational member; a first sensing device including a first sensing element, the first sensing device positioned adjacent to the second rotational member to generate a first signal used to determine rotational position of the second rotational member over a single turn of the second rotational member; a third rotational member rotatable about a third rotational axis, a reduction gear operably couples the second and third rotational members; at least four second sensors positions adjacent to the third rotational member; and the third rotational member includes a plurality of indexing elements disposed on the third rotational member and at least partially circumscribing the third rotational axis, the indexing members and the second sensors cooperatively positioned to generate a second signal used to determine the number of rotations of the steering wheel shaft. | 09-16-2010 |
Travis J. C. Hoskins, Atlanta, GA US
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| 20100029926 | MOLECULAR MASS ENHANCEMENT OF BIOLOGICAL FEEDSTOCKS - The instant invention involves a process for enhancing molecular mass of biomass reactants. The process comprises first forming a substituted or unsubstituted furfural from a biomass. The substituted or unsubstituted furfural is then reacted with an activated methylene compound in the presence of a catalyst and, if desired, a solvent to form a Knoevenagel product. The product may then be hydrogenated to products containing an alcohol, ether, aldehyde, or ketone functional groups or to an olefinic or aliphatic species wherein as much as all of the oxygen and/or nitrogen has been removed. | 02-04-2010 |
Van Hoskins, Round Rock, TX US
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| 20100280654 | SUBSTRATE PROCESSING SEQUENCE IN A CARTESIAN ROBOT CLUSTER TOOL - A method and apparatus for processing substrates using a multi-chamber processing system, or cluster tool, is provided. In one embodiment of the invention, a robot assembly is provided. The robot assembly includes a first motion assembly movable in a first direction, and a second motion assembly, the second motion assembly being coupled to the first motion assembly and being movable relative to the first motion assembly in a second direction that is generally orthogonal to the first direction. The robot assembly further comprises an enclosure disposed in one of the first motion assembly or the second motion assembly, an actuator within the enclosure, and a fan assembly disposed in the enclosure that is adapted to generate a pressure within the enclosure that is less than a pressure outside of the enclosure. | 11-04-2010 |