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Aaron N. Ingram, Canton, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100106109WOUND AND THERAPY COMPRESS AND DRESSING - A wound dressing or therapy compress containing a fill material permanently loaded with an antimicrobial such as silver is used to cover and protect a wound while absorbing exudate, and may also provide and maintain a heated and/or a moist environment to promote the healing of wounds to promote a germ and microbial free environment approximate the shell and within the dressing or compress.04-29-2010
20100241200HEATING PAD COVER - A two-piece heating pad cover formed of a first body and a second body. The first body has an inner layer and an outer layer. The inner layer is secured to the outer layer and forms a heating pad receivable container having a closable opening. The cover has a second body having a heat transfer layer. The first body is removably secured to the second body.09-23-2010
20120065608FLUID CONTAINMENT AND DISPENSING SYSTEM - A fluid containment and dispensing system includes a sealed, variable-volume containment device having a movable plunger slidably mounted within a barrel, and a sealing head having a seal insert retained thereon. A seal arrangement includes a self-resealing cross-slit opening, an internal sealing ring for engaging a corresponding coupling of a compatible device, and a raised peripheral seal ring for sealing engagement with a closure lid.03-15-2012
20120071853ENTERAL SYRINGE - The present invention is an enteral syringe that can include an elongated body having a hollow cavity therein and at least one vent extending from the hollow cavity to an outside surface of the syringe body. The elongated body can have a first non-circular cross-section. The enteral syringe can also have a plunger operable to selectively travel within the hollow cavity. The plunger can additionally have a second non-circular cross-section that substantially mirrors the first non-circular cross-section. The enteral syringe can additionally have at least one support feature for hanging the syringe from a support structure.03-22-2012

Anthony L. Ingram, Guthrie, OK US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090241655TIRE INFLATION SYSTEM - Preferably, an embodiment of a tire inflation system includes at least an axle housing a pressurized fluid, a hubcap supported by the axle and having an interior and an exterior, a rotary union axially aligned with the axle and mounted to the hubcap from the exterior of the hubcap, and a lubrication trap axially aligned with the axle, supporting the rotary union and secured to the hubcap from the exterior of the hubcap for rotation with the hubcap. In another embodiment, a tire inflation system includes at least an axle housing a pressurized fluid, a hubcap supported by the axle and having an interior and an exterior, a rotary union axially aligned with the axle and mounted to the hubcap from the exterior of the hubcap, and a bushing axially aligned with the axle and disposed between the rotary union and the hubcap.10-01-2009

Patent applications by Anthony L. Ingram, Guthrie, OK US

Benjamin T. Ingram, Tustin, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120080249FRONT WHEEL ENERGY RECOVERY SYSTEM - A kinetic energy recovery system (“KERS system”) and motorcycle equipped with the same is disclosed. The KERS system may be mechanical, hydraulic, or a combination thereof. In an embodiment, motorcycle includes a rear wheel, an electric motor, a motor shaft, and a front wheel equipped with a wheel hub that includes a sprag clutch. The motor shaft can be fitted with a motor drive sprocket that drives a jackshaft chain that in turn drives a jackshaft input sprocket that is fitted to the jackshaft. Jackshaft input sprocket may be installed in conjunction with a sprag clutch that allows the rear wheel to free wheel during coasting while the front wheel KERS system is engaged. The motor harvests kinetic energy from the front wheel without simultaneously powering the rear wheel while the use of a geared dead zone allows the front and rear wheels to not lock together to improve safety.04-05-2012

Benjamin Tyler Ingram, Tustin, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120009062Load Mitigation During Extreme Yaw Error on a Wind Turbine - A method for mitigating loads on a wind turbine in yaw error events is disclosed. The method may include determining a yaw error and a speed of the wind turbine and determining a magnitude of de-rating of the wind turbine based upon magnitudes of the yaw error and the speed. The method may further include reducing power output of the wind turbine based upon the magnitude of de-rating.01-12-2012

Brenda Ingram, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080308446Fly girl/guy perfume/aftershave towelettes for air travelers - In summary, this invention Fly Girl/Guy Perfume/Aftershave Towelettes for Air Travelers, is basically, perfume/aftershave soaked towelettes, in a clear plastic jar. The jar holds 10-20, 1″ inch square perfume/aftershave towelettes, folded and interlapping, with the fragrance of your choice. Containers and Contents amount to 0.75 ounces, 23 ml. up to 1.5 ounces, 45 ml.12-18-2008

Brian J. Ingram, Chicago, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090017341Air electrode composition for intermediate temperature electrochemical devices - A composition of matter and method of use of an electrode for intermediate temperature electrochemical devices. An electrode consists essentially of a perovskite based oxide having a composition of La01-15-2009
20100066036COMPRESSIVE COMPOSITE SEALS FOR SOFC APPLICATIONS - Compressive composite seals for solid oxide fuel cell applications are provided. A compressive composite seal structure includes a glass phase to provide a gas tight seal, a reinforcing secondary phase to provide mechanical stability, and a compressive core. The compressive core is filled with an inert gas or air, providing a degree of compressibility, or alternatively is filled with a selected material to provide a more specific degree of compressibility and strength, such as a lower melting point glass. The compressive composite seal structure maintains an effective seal during the operating conditions of the SOFC. The self healing glass phase with the reinforcing secondary phase providing mechanical stability provides an elastic response at high temperature, effectively reduces crack propagation and if the temperature or pressure goes too high, the seal remains reliable and effective.03-18-2010

Charles B. Ingram, Rockwood, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090077889GASIFIER - A gasifier for producing synthesis gas from a widely varying feedstock of waste and natural fuels, the gasifier including an induction furnace, a molten bed and slag reaction chamber mounted on top of the induction furnace, an opening fluidly connecting the molten metal and slag with the interior of the induction furnace and the inside bottom of the reaction chamber, the reaction chamber further containing a froth and off-take reaction zones above the molten metal and slag, and a lid at the top of the reaction chamber for enclosing the reaction chamber and collecting the heat and fuel gas produced therein.03-26-2009
20090077891METHOD FOR PRODUCING FUEL GAS - A method for producing a synthesis gas from a widely varying feedstock of waste and natural fuels including providing a reaction chamber having a bottom coupled to an induction furnace, introducing a carbonaceous fuel into a molten metal contained within the reaction chamber, continuously or intermittently supplying heat and molten metal to the reaction chamber from the induction furnace and collecting a fuel gas generated within the reaction chamber.03-26-2009

Charles Marion Ingram, Santa Fe, TN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090064564ARTIFICIAL FISH LURE - An artificial fish lure 03-12-2009

David Ingram, Indianapolis, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110195975MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR SUPPRESSING AND/OR TREATING NEUROFIBROMA AND RELATED TUMORS - Germline mutations in the NF1 tumor suppressor gene cause Von Recklinghausen's neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), a common genetic disorder of the nervous system characterized by plexiform neurofibroma development. Using adoptive transfer of hematopoietic cells, we establish that NF1 heterozygosity of bone marrow derived cells in the tumor microenvironment is sufficient to allow neurofibroma progression in the context of Schwann cell nullizygosity. Further, genetic or pharmacologic attenuation of the c-kit signaling pathway in hematopoietic cells greatly diminishes neurofibroma initiation and progression. These studies identify haploinsufficient hematopoietic cells and the c-kit receptor as therapeutic targets for preventing plexiform neurofibromas and implicate mast cells as critical mediators of tumor initiation. Administering therapeutically effective doses of a tyrosine kinase inhibitor such as the compound imatinib mesylate to a patient in need thereof to treat tumors in a human patient afflicted with plexiform neurofibroma.08-11-2011

David Ingram, Central, SC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100255016Absorbable crystalline polyether-ester-urethane-based bioactive luminal liner compositions - Bioactive hydroforming luminal liner compositions are formed of an absorbable crystalline amphiphilic polyether-ester-urethane dissolved in a liquid derivative of a polyether glycol that undergoes transformation into a tissue-adhering, resilient interior cover or liner for the controlled release of its bioactive payload at clinically compromised conduits in humans as in the case of bacteria- and yeast-infected vaginal canals, esophagi, and arteries following angioplasty.10-07-2010

David A. Ingram, Indianapolis, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100203058DIAGNOSTICS AND THERAPEUTICS BASED ON CIRCULATING PROGENITOR CELLS - Methods and compositions for detection, diagnosis, and therapeutics of arterial diseases based on pro-angiogenic and non-angiogenic circulating hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (CHSPCs) and circulation endothelial colony forming cells (ECFCs) are described.08-12-2010

Patent applications by David A. Ingram, Indianapolis, IN US

David B. Ingram, Ann Arbor, MI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100288356Photoactive compositions containing plasmon-resonating nanoparticles - Disclosed herein are photoactive compositions that include a semiconductor and plasmon-resonating nanoparticles that are capable of concentrating light at a wavelength that is substantially the same as the wavelength of light necessary to promote an electron from a valance band to a conduction band in the semiconductor. As such, the plasmon-resonating nanoparticles direct light to the band gap of the semiconductor at an increased intensity (relative to when such nanoparticles are not present). And because of that increased intensity, the photoactive composition can be more efficiently used to catalyze a photochemical reaction or generate electrical potential in a photovoltaic cell.11-18-2010

Deborah A. Ingram, Etters, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120058665Electrical Connector Including Latch Assembly - An electrical connector includes a connector housing and at least one electrical contact supported by the connector housing, the at least one electrical contact configured to mate with a complementary electrical contact of a complementary electrical connector. The electrical connector further includes a latch assembly that includes an actuator and a latch body. The actuator has an actuator portion and at least one arm extending from the actuator portion. The arm includes a proximal end connected to the actuator portion, an opposed distal end, and an intermediate portion. The intermediate portion is retained by the connector housing at a location below the distal end. The latch body is connected to the connector housing so as to rotate about a pivot axis. The latch body includes a latch member at one side of the pivot axis, and a spring disposed at a second opposite side of the pivot axis. The spring provides a spring force that biases the latch member toward a latched position. The distal end of the at least one arm is attached to the latch body at the second opposite side of the pivot axis, such that an actuation force applied to the actuator causes the latch body to pivot against the spring force so as to urge the latch member to an unlatched position.03-08-2012

Dennis Ingram, Cherry Hill, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110296980BULLET RESISTANT SHIELD AND STORAGE COMPARTMENT FOR MOTORCYCLES AND THE LIKE - A two-wheeled vehicle bullet resistant shield and storage compartment, comprising a two-wheeled vehicle, having a front wheel and a rear wheel. The rear wheel including a removable first compartment and second compartment. The removable first compartment and second compartment being mounted to said rear wheel and the rear wheel including an interconnected first inside panel, second inside panel, third outside panel and fourth outside panel.12-08-2011

Derek D. Ingram, Festus, MO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110076102METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MOVING A LARGE TEMPORARY BUILDING - A method and system for moving a large temporary building from a first location to a second location, while the building remains erect, are disclosed. The invention is particularly suited for moving such a building during the remediation of a contaminated waste site.03-31-2011

Donald Ingram, Lexington, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110173863Tactical Butt Stock with Rounded Butt Plate - A removable butt stock with a curved and rounded butt plate for use in the tactical fighting position is disclosed. The removable butt stock has a single orientation two position release lever for ease of adjustment and removable of the butt stock from the buffer tube of the tactical weapon, ribs incorporated into the receiver bore to reduce drag during insertion of the buffer tube, and anti-rattle springs to securely attach the butt stock to the buffer tube. The body of the butt stock has an angled cheek weld to allow the user to comfortably align the eye on the weapon in the tactical firing position. The butt stock also includes two storage tubes with cam caps designed to be easily removable by twisting in a cam motion up the beveled mouth of the storage tube.07-21-2011

Donald K. Ingram, Ellicott City, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080260696Method for decreasing inflammation and oxidative stress in mammals - The present invention is directed to a method for decreasing inflammation and oxidative stress in a mammal comprising; administration to a mammal a composition comprising a glucose anti-metabolite; and wherein said composition comprises amounts of the glucose anti-metabolite sufficient to decrease a level of an oxidized glutathione and/or increase the ration of reduced glutathione to oxidized glutathione in the blood of the mammal subsequent to administration of the glucose anti-metabolite.10-23-2008
20080260866Method for decreasing inflammation and stress in a mammal - The present invention is directed to a method for decreasing inflammation and stress in a mammal comprising; administration to a mammal a composition comprising a glucose anti-metabolite; and wherein said composition comprises amounts of the glucose anti-metabolite sufficient to lower a level of a C-reactive protein in the blood of the mammal subsequent to administration of the glucose anti-metabolite.10-23-2008
20090131501Agents Useful for Reducing Amyloid Precursor Protein and Treating Dementia and Methods of Use Thereof - The present invention provides compounds and methods of administering compounds to a subject that can reduce βAPP production and that is not toxic in a wide range of dosages. The present invention also provides non-carbamate compounds and methods of administering such compounds to a subject that can reduce βAPP production and that is not toxic in a wide range of dosages. It has been discovered that either the racemic or enantiomerically pure non-carbamate compounds can be used to decrease βAPP production.05-21-2009
20110021594Agents Useful for Reducing Amyloid Precursor Protein and Treating Dementia and Methods of Use Thereof - The present invention provides compounds and methods of administering compounds to a subject that can reduce βAPP production and that is not toxic in a wide range of dosages. The present invention also provides non-carbamate compounds and methods of administering such compounds to a subject that can reduce βAPP production and that is not toxic in a wide range of dosages. It has been discovered that either the racemic or enantiomerically pure non-carbamate compounds can be used to decrease βAPP production.01-27-2011

Patent applications by Donald K. Ingram, Ellicott City, MD US

Dwight Wayne Ingram, Mauldin, SC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120126787MAGNETIC SHIELD FOR CURRENT TRANSFORMER IN ELECTRONIC WATT-HOUR METER - An electronic watt-hour meter; a current transformer operatively coupled to the electronic watt-hour meter; a first shield on a first side of the current transformer; and a second shield on a second side of the current transformer, wherein the second side is substantially parallel to the first side, wherein the first shield and the second shield each include a substantially magnetically permeable and conductive metal.05-24-2012

Francis H. Ingram, Westford, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110003259Self Cleaning Burner System for Heaters and Fryers - A self-cleaning burner system incorporates an automatic clean cycle when the burner is started up. Cycles may be programmed for once-a-day cleaning cycle or for other desired interval. On start-up, the cycle routes a small amount of fuel to the burner for ignition inside the burner to clean the burner surfaces. The system incorporates an igniter for fast, routine, and safe ignition of the fuel. Thus, small amounts of debris that accumulate on a surface burner are automatically ignited when the burner is started, keeping the burner clean and operating at a high state of efficiency at all times. The self-cleaning burner system may be incorporated into a fryer or other heating appliance for reliable, efficient operation.01-06-2011

James David Ingram, Seal Beach, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080238798Method for Making an Antenna Structure - A method for making a feed structure for an antenna may include providing a polarizer body having a polarizer sidewall extending longitudinally between spaced apart ends. A portion of the polarizer sidewall is deformed to provide at least one polarizing structure that extends radially inwardly along an interior of the polarizer sidewall relative to adjacent portions of the polarizer sidewall. The method thus can be utilized to produce an antenna structure.10-02-2008

James T. Ingram, Carrollton, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110202370INTEGRATED MEDICAL SOFTWARE SYSTEM WITH EMBEDDED TRANSCRIPTION FUNCTIONALITY - An integrated medical software system with embedded transcription functionality, and a method of using that system, is disclosed. The system includes a clinical software module that is configured to be executed by a processor to create an electronic document and to capture clinical data for a patient in the electronic document during an encounter with the patient. The system also includes a transcription software application that is configured to be executed by the processor to select predefined clinical data that will appear within the electronic document in response to speech commands and to automatically transcribe dictated clinical data that will appear within the electronic document in response to dictation, wherein the predefined clinical data being previously linked to at least one of a diagnosis code and a procedure code and the dictated clinical data being automatically linked to at least one of a diagnosis code and a procedure code as it is transcribed. And the system includes an account management software module that is configured to be executed by the processor to automatically generate at least one of a bill, a claim, or a statement for the patient using the at least one of a diagnosis code and a procedure code linked to at least one of the predefined clinical data and the dictated clinical data.08-18-2011
20110246224SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ANALYZING, COLLECTING, AND TRACKING QUALITY DATA ACROSS A VAST HEALTHCARE PROVIDER NETWORK - A system and method for gathering quality data for a plurality of healthcare providers over an extended computer network is disclosed. The system and method comprise an enhanced services server in electronic data communication with a plurality of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems via a network connection, the plurality of EHR systems being configured to capture patient data for a plurality of patients at the plurality of healthcare providers' sites during a plurality of encounters with each of the plurality of patients, and the enhanced services server being built on the same architecture as the plurality of EHR systems. Electronic quality of care forms are retrieved from one or more form managers via the network connection and a plurality of fields in each of the electronic quality of care forms are automatically populated using the patient data captured by the plurality of EHR systems. The completed electronic quality of care forms are then automatically transmitted to one or more form receivers via the network connection, the one or more form receivers being one or more organizations that process quality of care data to qualify healthcare providers for at least one of certifications, accreditations, and monetary incentives.10-06-2011
20110246225INTEGRATED MEDICAL SOFTWARE SYSTEM WITH PATIENT PRE-APPROVALS - An integrated medical software system with a patient registration software component executed by a processor of the system to capture patient information is disclosed. The system and method comprise a section where demographic data is input for the patient, said demographic data including at least one of a digital photograph, a name, an address, a date of birth, a social security number, and a sex of the patient; a section where financial data is input for the patient, said financial data including at least one of financial responsibility, outstanding balances, insurance coverage, insurance claims currently being processed, and account information of the patient; and a section where administrative data is input for the patient, said administrative data including at least one of scheduling information, reminders and alerts, visit check-in and check-out, and system preferences for the patient, wherein the patient is pre-approved for at least one of a referral, a hospital admission, a clinician's order, a medical procedure, or a medication that would otherwise require prior approval based on at least one of the demographic data, the financial data, and the administrative data.10-06-2011
20110246226INTEGRATED MEDICAL SOFTWARE SYSTEM WITH ADVANCED PATIENT SCHEDULING - An integrated medical software system with a patient scheduling module for scheduling patient visits is disclosed. The module comprises a section where a user adds and removes clinical and administrative flags that are associated with patients and that are displayed as reminders when the patients schedule visits, said clinical flags alerting the user to a patient's medical issue that requires special attention and said administrative flags alerting the user to a patient's clerical issue that requires special attention, and a section where the user schedules equipment and a clinician for an appointment with a patient by performing the steps of selecting the patient at a first display point and the equipment at a second display point, said first and second display points being defined by different images that are viewable on a user interface display, and dragging the patient and the equipment to a third display point, said third display point being defined by an available time in the clinician's schedule that is viewable on the user interface display.10-06-2011
20110246236SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR TRACKING AND REPORTING CLINICAL EVENTS ACROSS A VAST PATIENT POPULATION - A system and method for gathering quality data for a plurality of healthcare providers over an extended computer network is disclosed. The system and method comprise an enhanced services server in electronic data communication with a plurality of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems via a network connection, the plurality of EHR systems being configured to capture patient data for a plurality of patients at the plurality of healthcare providers' sites during a plurality of encounters with each of the plurality of patients, and the enhanced services server being built on the same architecture as the plurality of EHR systems. Electronic quality of care forms are retrieved from one or more form managers via the network connection and a plurality of fields in each of the electronic quality of care forms are automatically populated using the patient data captured by the plurality of EHR systems. The completed electronic quality of care forms are then automatically transmitted to one or more form receivers via the network connection, the one or more form receivers being one or more organizations that process quality of care data to qualify healthcare providers for at least one of certifications, accreditations, and monetary incentives.10-06-2011
20110258000SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR RECRUITING PATIENTS FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH ACROSS A VAST PATIENT POPULATION - A system and method for recruiting participants for medical research over an extended computer network is disclosed. The system and method comprise an enhanced services server built on the same architecture as a plurality of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, an input device configured to receive search criteria corresponding to clinical criteria that a patient must satisfy to qualify to participate in the medical research, search functionality configured to search the patient data captured by each of the plurality of EHR systems based on the search criteria, an output device configured to output data for a plurality of qualifying patients identified by the search functionality as satisfying the search criteria, and messaging functionality configured to send an electronic message via a network connection to one or more healthcare provider sites at which patient data for at least one of the plurality of qualifying patients was captured, wherein, upon receiving authorization in response to the request, the researcher can access the patient-identifying information associated with the patient data for the at least one of the plurality of qualifying patients identified with the output data and use it to recruit that patient for medical research.10-20-2011
20110258001INTEGRATED MEDICAL SOFTWARE SYSTEM WITH LOCATION-DRIVEN BILL CODING - An integrated medical software system with location-driven bill coding is disclosed. The system comprises an information component that automatically retrieves payment method data and demographic data for a patient and location data for a healthcare provider; a clinical component that captures at least one of a diagnosis code, a procedure code, and an evaluation and management (E&M) code as at least one of a clinician and a staff member at the healthcare provider inputs clinical data for the patient into the an electronic document during an encounter with the patient; a mapping component that automatically associates a billing code with the at least one of a pathology code, a procedural code, and an E&M code and assigns a service cost to the billing code based on a pre-defined fee schedule, said pre-defined fee schedule being automatically chosen based on the location data for the healthcare provider; and a service detail entry component that uses the payment method data and the demographic data for the patient and the service cost to automatically generate at least one of a bill, a claim, and a statement for the patient.10-20-2011
20110258002INTEGRATED MEDICAL SOFTWARE SYSTEM WITH AUTOMATED PRESCRIPTION SERVICE - An integrated medical software system with automated prescription management is disclosed. The system comprises a clinical module that is utilized by a user of the system to create an electronic document and to capture clinical data in the electronic document with a user interface during an encounter with a patient, said clinical data including one or more prescriptions the user generates for the patient, and said electronic document being pre-populated with at least a portion of demographic data for the patient; and an application that interfaces the system with at least one of a lab, a pharmacy, and a prescription system via a network connection and that automatically submits instructions for filling the one or more prescriptions to the at least one of a lab, a pharmacy, and a prescription system as the one or more prescriptions are generated for the patient during the encounter with the patient, wherein the user can generate the one or more prescriptions for the patient by using the user interface to select the one or more prescriptions from one or more previously generated prescriptions such that the instructions for filling the one or more prescriptions will be automatically submitted to the at least one of a lab, a pharmacy, and a prescription system without the user writing a new prescription.10-20-2011
20110264466SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING MEDICAL RESEARCH ACROSS A VAST PATIENT POPULATION - A system and method for performing medical research over an extended computer network is disclosed. The system and method comprise a plurality of Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems configured to capture patient data for a plurality of general patients at a plurality of corresponding healthcare provider sites during encounters with those patients, a research system configured to generate one or more electronic documents for completion with patient data that is related to the medical research, and an enhanced services server built on the same architecture as the plurality of EHR systems, wherein the one or more electronic documents include one or more first fields and one or more second fields for completion with patient data that is related to the medical research and the enhanced services server is in electronic data communication with the plurality of EHR systems and the one or more research systems via a network connection. Qualifying patients are identified from among the plurality of general patients and the first fields in each of the electronic documents are automatically populated with patient data for a corresponding qualifying patient. The one or more electronic documents that were automatically populated with patient data is electronically transmitted to at least one EHR system via the network connection, and the at least one EHR system is used to complete the second fields in each of the electronic documents during subsequent patient encounters. The completed electronic documents are electronically transmitted from the at least one EHR system to the enhanced services server, which electronically transmits the completed electronic documents back to the research system via the network connection.10-27-2011
20110264467Integrated medical software system with custom reporting - An integrated medical software system with custom reporting is disclosed. The system comprises a database that stores clinical data, scheduling data, patient data, and financial data in a normalized data format; a clinical module that creates an electronic document and that captures clinical data in the electronic document in the normalized data format during an encounter with a patient; a scheduling module that captures scheduling data in the normalized data format and that schedules the patient and at least one of a clinician, a staff member, and equipment at a healthcare provider using the scheduling data and the patient data; an account management module that captures financial data in the normalized data format and that creates at least one of a bill, a claim, or a statement for the patient using the financial data and the clinical data; a reports component with multiple filter and sort options that are defined by a user of the system to generate custom reports that display the clinical data, the scheduling data, the patient data, and the financial data in various customized combinations according to the filter and sort options that are chosen to generate the custom reports; and a framework module that is integrated with the clinical module, the scheduling module, the account management module, and the reports component using a common architecture and that supports an exchange of the clinical data, the scheduling data, the patient data, and the financial data between those modules, the reports component, and the database in the normalized data format, wherein the filter and sort options corresponding to a custom report can be saved for future use in generating custom reports.10-27-2011
20110270630Portal for viewing data from integrated medical software system - A medical management system is provided that integrates all aspects of healthcare provider practice management and managed care, including schedule management, patient registration, insurance information, EMR and billing and collections. The system integrates a central framework module, a scheduling module, a registration module, an account management module and an electronic record module to provide a seamless exchange of information. A clinical module provides template builder which allows the users to define a customized template. The custom and standard templates are used by a document builder to generate documents, such as progress notes and H&P notes, which are retained in the patient's electronic chart. The progress note template allows the clinician to record a patient encounter by presenting the clinician with predefined sections and sentences that are easily completed by the clinician during or after the patient encounter. The templates and documents generated are designed to closely resemble a paper chart. Information gathered during patient scheduling and triage are referenced to pre-populate the templates to avoid having the clinician entering redundant information. The documents are relied upon to automatically generate patient superbills and electronic requests are sent to a claims clearinghouse.11-03-2011
20110301982INTEGRATED MEDICAL SOFTWARE SYSTEM WITH CLINICAL DECISION SUPPORT - An integrated medical software system with embedded transcription functionality is disclosed. The system comprises a clinical module for capturing clinical data for a patient in a first electronic document and a communication component that communicates the clinical data to a rule-based clinical decision support (CDS) system and receives at least one of an alert, warning, reminder, and recommendation back from the CDS system based on the clinical data. The CDS system is configured to compare the clinical data against a knowledge base to identify the at least one of an alert, warning, reminder, and recommendation; the clinical data is serialized into a standardized database language and placed into a first electronic clinical document defined by a clinical document exchange standard before being communicated to the CDS system; and the at least one of an alert, warning, reminder, and recommendation is provided in a second electronic clinical document defined by the clinical document exchange standard when received back from the CDS system.12-08-2011

Jeff Ingram, Portland, OR US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100275418Earbud Cord Stays - A cord stay attachable to a garment in order to guide the cord from an electronic device to ear buds or other listening devices for on or over the ear and to maintain the cord against the garments11-04-2010
20120079687Earbud Cord Stays - A cord stay attachable to a garment in order to guide the cord from an electronic device to ear buds or other listening devices for on or over the ear and to maintain the cord against the garments04-05-2012

Jennifer S. Ingram, Larchmont, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100082384SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR COMPREHENSIVE CONSUMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT - A comprehensive consumer relationship management system is disclosed. The comprehensive consumer relationship management system includes dispute resolution, customized data modeling, advertising assistance, and secure communications. By providing value added features, the comprehensive consumer relationship management system may strengthen consumer relationships by, for example, creating detailed data analysis to aid in making business decisions and facilitating secure communications among diverse consumers.04-01-2010

Jessica Ingram, Asheville, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110282498SOLAR THERMAL DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEMS AND METHODS AND SYSTEMS USING THE SAME - A method for monitoring a solar thermal energy system including a solar thermal loop and a heat consumption loop thermally coupled by a heat exchanger, the solar thermal loop including a solar collector device fluidly connected to the heat exchanger and a primary heat transfer fluid disposed in the solar thermal loop and flowing through the solar collector device and the heat exchanger, the heat consumption loop including a heat consuming apparatus fluidly connected to the heat exchanger and a secondary heat transfer fluid disposed in the heat consumption loop and flowing through the heat consuming apparatus and the heat exchanger, includes: detecting an inlet temperature of the secondary heat transfer fluid upstream of the heat consuming apparatus or the heat exchanger, and generating corresponding inlet temperature data; detecting an outlet temperature of the secondary heat transfer fluid downstream of the heat consuming apparatus or the heat exchanger, and generating corresponding outlet temperature data; detecting a flow rate of the secondary heat transfer fluid through the heat consuming apparatus or the heat exchanger and generating corresponding flow rate data; determining an amount of thermal energy transferred from the secondary heat transfer fluid to the heat consuming apparatus or the heat exchanger using the inlet temperature data, the outlet temperature data, and the flow rate data, and generating corresponding consumption data; detecting a performance parameter of the solar thermal loop and generating corresponding solar thermal performance data; and correlating the consumption data and the solar thermal performance data for subsequent analysis.11-17-2011

Jim E. Ingram, Carpentersville, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110177344THERMOPLASTIC POLYURETHANE COPOLYMER MOLDING COMPOSITIONS - Compositions for forming molded articles, particularly, shells for automotive applications are made up of melt blends of aliphatic thermoplastic urethane elastomer and an olefin-containing block copolymer crosslinked to a gel content of from 5 to 95%. These compositions may be blended to form a powder, pellets, microspheres or minibeads which may then be cast to form air bag door and instrument panel cover skins which may meet automotive deployment and weathering requirements.07-21-2011

John Carroll Ingram, Simi Valley, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100043779Solar Trough and Receiver - A solar receiver unit comprises a generally tubular body having an internal passage for conducting a heat-transfer fluid, and an inlet chamber for receiving concentrated sunlight from a solar reflector when in use. The inlet chamber is shaped to direct reflection of concentrated sunlight at least one time in a direction that provides the reflected sunlight with an additional opportunity to heat the heat-transfer fluid.02-25-2010

Kimberly K. Ingram, Rural Hall, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090312788SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ACCESSING A BODILY OPENING - Medical systems, devices and methods are provided for accessing a bodily opening that, among other things, are safe and reliable, and facilitate manipulation of a medical instrument. The medical access device generally includes an elongated flexible sheath and an expandable frame connected to the distal end of the flexible sheath. The sheath and expandable frame are operable between expanded and collapsed configurations to provide a pathway from a natural orifice to the bodily opening. Medical systems and methods are also provided for delivering the medical device.12-17-2009
20100292541SYSTEMS, DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ACCESSING A BODILY OPENING - Medical systems, devices and methods are provided for accessing a bodily opening that, among other things, are safe and reliable, and facilitate manipulation of a medical instrument. The medical access device generally includes an elongated flexible sheath and an expandable frame connected to the distal end of the flexible sheath. The sheath and expandable frame are operable between expanded and collapsed configurations to provide a pathway from a natural orifice to the bodily opening.11-18-2010

Patent applications by Kimberly K. Ingram, Rural Hall, NC US

Mark Ingram, Boise, ID US

Patent applications by Mark Ingram, Boise, ID US

Mary Ingram, Danbury, CT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100044326METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DISPLAYING AND SELLING PRODUCTS - A method and apparatus for displaying and selling products from different product segments within a planogram for products of only one product segment. A product display interrupter is provided in a product display of products from a single product segment to interrupt the display to draw the consumer's attention to another product not of that product segment. The product display interrupter may be in the form of a stand-alone display structure. Preferably, the products to be displayed are framed by and within the product display interrupter. Indicia, such as information on how the products are to be used in conjunction with one another, may be provided on the product display interrupter.02-25-2010

Michael A. Ingram, Statham, GA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100150764PUMP HAVING MODULAR SHAFT BEARINGS AND SEALS - An external gear pump including seals, bearings, bushing/seal housings, choke collars and shafts that are all removable for maintenance and/or replacement without removing either endplate or internals from the case assembly. The preferred pump includes four bearing caps that can be removed without removing the pump from its mounted position. By removing the four bearing caps, access is gained inside the pump housing to all of the seals, bearings, bushing/seal housings, choke collars and most importantly, the drive and idler shafts within the pump housing. Further, the two shafts can be slipped out of the pump without disturbing the internal parts and endplates. This capability facilitates maintenance and replacement of major components without removing the pump from its mounted position.06-17-2010

Michael T. Ingram, Wilmington, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110192185Cryogenic freezing apparatus - A kit is described for use in freezing liquid within a first pipe of a given first diameter and a second pipe of a given second diameter less than the given first diameter. The kit includes a multi-section refrigerant chamber adapted for attachment around a pipe, the chamber having end mounting walls with openings having a diameter greater than the first given diameter; a pair of first adapter plates attachable to the outer faces of the end walls of the chamber sections, the first adapter plates having central pipe receiving openings with a diameter equal to the first given diameter; and a pair of second adapter plates attachable to the outer faces of the end walls of the chamber sections, the second adapter plates having central pipe receiving opening with a diameter equal to the second given diameter. A compressible gasket can be inserted between the chamber sections.08-11-2011

Michael W. Ingram, San Diego, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110139999UV FLUX MULTIPLICATION SYSTEM FOR STERILIZING AIR, MEDICAL DEVICES AND OTHER MATERIALS - An ultraviolet flux multiplying air sterilization chamber comprises inner surfaces having a diffuse reflective behavior. The sterilization chamber includes an inlet aperture and an outlet aperture for air to flow through said chamber and a light source emitting an ultraviolet light. Due to the reflectivity of the inner surfaces of the chamber, a flux of the ultraviolet light is multiplied by reflecting multiple times from the inner surfaces of the chamber. The inlet and outlet apertures are advantageously configured to reduce the amount of light that escapes from the chamber and increase the amount of photons available in the chamber. In an exemplary embodiment, perforated end panels having diffuse, reflective interior surfaces may be provided over at least a portion of the inlet and outlet apertures.06-16-2011

Norbert Donald Ingram, Cary, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090284366SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETERMINING POSITIONING INFORMATION VIA MODULATED LIGHT - Light sources are affixed at appropriate positions in a multilevel structure or in an obstructed environment. The light sources generate modulated light signals, such as controlled light-emitting diodes, which identify the positions of the light sources by their three-dimensional global positioning coordinates and/or equivalent representation that specifies their in situ locations in the environment. Mobile communication devices, upon receiving the light signals, can derive spatial positioning information and transmit such information to a remote location, such as an emergency response system.11-19-2009
20100016022Methods and Apparatus for Providing Services Information with a Femtocell Wireless Base Station - A femtocell base station is configured to transmit site-specific services data to in-range wireless devices, using a common broadcast channel. The site-specific services data identifies available services including, but not limited to, alternate radio signals available in the vicinity, such as FM radio signals, wireless local-area network (WLAN) signals, and the like; location-related services, including the availability of location beacon signals and/or location assistance data for use in position determination using assisted-GPS technology; and physical resources available to the device user, such as printers, copy machines, vending services, and the like. An exemplary mobile station is configured to extract site-specific services data from the femtocell base station signal, and to access a second radio signal using the site-specific services data. In some embodiments, the second radio signal may comprise a low-power FM radio signal, a wireless local-area network (WLAN) signal, a location beacon, or a radio-navigation signal.01-21-2010

Richard George Ingram, St. Charles, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090088295Torque-based control system for a continuously variable transmission - A continuously variable transmission is provided having a driven element. The continuously variable transmission also has at least one operator input device configured to transmit a transmission operating mode request and at least one other operator input device configured to transmit a driven element output request. In addition, the continuously variable transmission has at least one sensor configured to sense at least one parameter indicative of an operating condition of the transmission. The continuously variable transmission further has a controller configured to regulate an output of the driven element in response to the operating mode request, the driven element output request, and the at least one sensed parameter indicative of an operating condition of the transmission.04-02-2009
20090112424Propulsion system with a continuously variable transmission - One disclosed embodiment relates to a propulsion system for a machine. The propulsion system may include a prime mover operatively connected through a continuously variable transmission to a propulsion device. The propulsion system may also include propulsion-system controls that control an operating parameter of the continuously variable transmission, which may include adjusting the operating parameter based on operator input. Controlling the operating parameter may also include determining an adjustment limit for the operating parameter based on one or more operating conditions and applying the adjustment limit to the operating parameter to modify at least one of acceleration and jerk of the machine based on the one or more operating conditions.04-30-2009
20090143948Dynamic control system for continuously variable transmission - A continuously variable transmission is provided having a driven element. The continuously variable transmission also has a first operator input device configured to transmit a first displacement signal corresponding to a displacement of the first operator input device. The continuously variable transmission further has a second operator input device configured to transmit a second displacement signal corresponding to a displacement of the second operator input device. In addition, the continuously variable transmission has a third operator input device configured to transmit a transmission operating mode request. Furthermore, the continuously variable transmission has at least one sensor configured to sense at least one parameter indicative of an operating condition of the transmission. Additionally, the continuously variable transmission has a controller configured to determine a driven element output request based on the operating request mode, the first displacement signal, the second displacement signal, and the at least one sensed parameter. The controller is also configured to regulate an output of the driven element in response to the operating mode request, the driven element output request, and the at least one sensed parameter.06-04-2009

Richard J. Ingram, Mcdonald, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110046420PROCESS FOR THE CO-PRODUCTION OF ALCOHOLS - The present invention relates to the co-production of unsaturated aldehydes via a crossed-aldol condensation reaction catalyzed by recyclable water-soluble phase-transfer catalysts or the hydroxides thereof. The aldehydes are then hydrogenated to the desired alcohol products or saturated aldehyde feed stocks. Specifically, methods in which 2,4-diethyloctanol is co-produced with 2-ethylhexanol in batch and continuous processes are described. Recovery of the phase-transfer catalyst through water washing followed by “salting out” from the washings is also demonstrated.02-24-2011

Richard N. Ingram, Scotch Plains, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090156788ENGINEERED ANTI-IL-23 ANTIBODIES - Engineered antibodies to human IL-23p19 are provided, as well as uses thereof, e.g. in treatment of inflammatory, autoimmune, and proliferative disorders.06-18-2009
20090221016MODIFIED TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR-ALPHA CONVERTING ENZYME AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention discloses a modified tumor necrosis factor-alpha converting enzyme (TACE) catalytic domain, that unlike the native TACE catalytic domain, is stable at high protein concentrations. The present invention further discloses methods for generating crystals of the modified TACE protein in protein-ligand complexes with a number of inhibitors. In addition, the present invention discloses methods of using the proteins, crystals and/or three-dimensional structures obtained to identify compounds that can modulate the enzymatic activity of TACE.09-03-2009
20100111966ENGINEERED ANTI-IL-23P19 ANTIBODIES - Engineered antibodies to human IL-23p19 are provided, as well as uses thereof, e.g. in treatment of inflammatory, autoimmune, and proliferative disorders.05-06-2010
20100184111MODIFIED TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR-ALPHA CONVERTING ENZYME AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention discloses a modified tumor necrosis factor-alpha converting enzyme (TACE) catalytic domain, that unlike the native TACE catalytic domain, is stable at high protein concentrations. The present invention further discloses methods for generating crystals of the modified TACE protein in protein-ligand complexes with a number of inhibitors. In addition, the present invention discloses methods of using the proteins, crystals and/or three-dimensional structures obtained to identify compounds that can modulate the enzymatic activity of TACE.07-22-2010
20100272731ENGINEERED ANTI-IL-23P19 ANTIBODIES - Engineered antibodies to human IL-23p19 are provided, as well as uses thereof, e.g., in treatment of inflammatory, autoimmune, and proliferative disorders.10-28-2010

Patent applications by Richard N. Ingram, Scotch Plains, NJ US

Richard N. Ingram, Kenilworth, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110002942Engineered Anti-IL-23 Antibodies - Engineered antibodies to human IL-23p19 are provided, as well as uses thereof, e.g. in treatment of inflammatory, autoimmune, and proliferative disorders.01-06-2011
20110142853Engineered Anti-IL-23p19 Antibodies - Engineered antibodies to human IL-23p19 are provided, as well as uses thereof, e.g. in treatment of inflammatory, autoimmune, and proliferative disorders.06-16-2011

Ronald N. Ingram, Spartanburg, SC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110112957SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ASSESSING CREDIT RISK IN AN ON-LINE LENDING ENVIRONMENT - A method and system assigns trust ranks to nodes from disparate sources, such as user profiles found in social networking websites across the Internet. The score assigned to a profile is calculated from the subjective scores given to it by the connected profiles that have ranked it, and weighted according to the scores of those connected profiles. The score and associated data are stored in a central server with a searchable database that communicates with one or more third party application servers. The score and associated data are displayed on social networking websites according to user-defined criteria and available for use by third party users to assess the risk of doing business with a user.05-12-2011

Ronald T. Ingram, Encinitas, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090092674FLOWABLE WOUND MATRIX AND ITS PREPARATION AND USE - This invention relates to a flowable collagen/glycosaminoglycan (GAG) material including particles of collagen/GAG matrix that, when hydrated, can be effectively delivered to wounds having varying depths and geometries. The flowable collagen/GAG matrix allows a more intimate contact between the wound matrix and the wound bed, and provides a structural framework that serves as a scaffold for cell ingrowth.04-09-2009
20100016967RESORBABLE MEDICAL IMPLANTS AND RELATED METHODS - Biocompatible, resorbable medical implants and related methods are disclosed in which the implant can be made of a collagen matrix for filling a space after partial or total resection of the trapezium bone of the wrist. The resorbable medical implant can include a plurality of surface projections, and the collagen matrix can be folded or spirally wound about itself to form a spiral roll.01-21-2010
20110262503Flowable Wound Matrix and its Preparation and Use - This invention relates to a flowable collagen/glycosaminoglycan (GAG) material including particles of collagen/GAG matrix that, when hydrated, can be effectively delivered to wounds having varying depths and geometries. The flowable collagen/GAG matrix allows a more intimate contact between the wound matrix and the wound bed, and provides a structural framework that serves as a scaffold for cell ingrowth.10-27-2011

Patent applications by Ronald T. Ingram, Encinitas, CA US

T. Craig Ingram, Prattville, AL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090284444Removable optical filter and retainer - An apparatus for releasably retaining an optical filter on a display screen includes an anchoring arrangement on a housing of the display screen and a latch mechanism positioned on the housing, wherein the latch mechanism is spaced from the anchoring arrangement, movable relative to the anchoring arrangement, resiliently biased toward the anchoring arrangement, and able to clamp the optical filter against the anchoring arrangement.11-19-2009

Tony Ingram, Los Angeles, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100107549Exterior Rafter And Beam Covering Sleeve - A sleeve for covering the exposed rafters of a structure to prevent premature damage to new construction, and to cover older damaged rafters. The rafter sleeve has two elongated side walls and an elongated bottom for covering the longer side and bottom dimensions of the exposed portion of a rafter. An end cap covers the terminal end of the rafter, and a top covers the portion of top of the rafter extending beyond the eave of a roof. The rafter sleeves can be made in rectangular profile for flat rafters or in parallelogram profile for the rafters of a pitched roof. The rafter sleeve is attached to a rafter in a manner that a portion of the sleeve extends under the eave, and is sealed around the edges. After installation, the sleeve can be painted to resemble an undamaged rafter.05-06-2010

William H. Ingram, Puyallup, WA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080230652COMPOSITE BARREL SECTIONS FOR AIRCRAFT FUSELAGES AND OTHER STRUCTURES, AND METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH BARREL SECTIONS - Composite sections for aircraft fuselages and methods and systems for manufacturing such sections are disclosed herein. A composite section configured in accordance with one embodiment of the invention includes a skin and at least first and second stiffeners. The skin can include a plurality of unidirectional fibers forming a continuous surface extending 360 degrees about an axis. The first stiffener can include a first flange portion bonded to an interior surface of the skin and a first raised portion projecting inwardly and away from the interior surface of the skin. The second stiffener can include a second flange portion bonded to the interior surface of the skin and a second raised portion projecting inwardly and away from the interior surface of the skin. A method for manufacturing a section of a fuselage in accordance with one embodiment of the invention includes positioning a plurality of uncured stiffeners on a mandrel assembly. The method can further include applying a plurality of fiber tows around the plurality of uncured stiffeners on the mandrel assembly.09-25-2008
20080246175Composite Barrel Sections for Aircraft Fuselages and Other Structures, and Methods for Systems for Manufacturing Such Barrel Sections - Composite sections for aircraft fuselages and methods and systems for manufacturing such sections are disclosed herein. A composite section configured in accordance with one embodiment of the invention includes a skin and at least first and second stiffeners. The skin can include a plurality of unidirectional fibers forming a continuous surface extending 360 degrees about an axis. The first stiffener can include a first flange portion bonded to an interior surface of the skin and a first raised portion projecting inwardly and away from the interior surface of the skin. The second stiffener can include a second flange portion bonded to the interior surface of the skin and a second raised portion projecting inwardly and away from the interior surface of the skin. A method for manufacturing a section of a fuselage in accordance with one embodiment of the invention includes positioning a plurality of uncured stiffeners on a mandrel assembly. The method can further include applying a plurality of fiber tows around the plurality of uncured stiffeners on the mandrel assembly.10-09-2008
20090297788METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MINIMIZING INCONSISTENCIES APPEARING ON A SURFACE OF A COMPOSITE COMPONENT - A method and apparatus for applying a pre-cured composite strip to a composite component. A pre-cured composite strip having a thermoset resin may be placed on a surface of a portion of the composite component where a caul plate seam may be expected. Caul plates may be placed on the composite component after placing the pre-cured composite strip to form the caul plate seam. The composite component may be cured after placing the caul plates on the composite component.12-03-2009
20110073708Composite Barrel Sections for Aircraft Fuselages and Other Structures, and Methods and Systems for Manufacturing Such Barrel Sections - Composite sections for aircraft fuselages and methods and systems for manufacturing such sections are disclosed herein. A composite section configured in accordance with one embodiment of the invention includes a skin and at least first and second stiffeners. The skin can include a plurality of unidirectional fibers forming a continuous surface extending 360 degrees about an axis. The first stiffener can include a first flange portion bonded to an interior surface of the skin and a first raised portion projecting inwardly and away from the interior surface of the skin. The second stiffener can include a second flange portion bonded to the interior surface of the skin and a second raised portion projecting inwardly and away from the interior surface of the skin. A method for manufacturing a section of a fuselage in accordance with one embodiment of the invention includes positioning a plurality of uncured stiffeners on a mandrel assembly. The method can further include applying a plurality of fiber tows around the plurality of uncured stiffeners on the mandrel assembly.03-31-2011
20110195232Composite Strip - A composite strip and a method of manufacturing a pre-cured composite strip. A pre-cured composite strip having a thermoset resin may be placed on a surface of a portion of a composite component where a caul plate seam may be expected. Caul plates may be placed on the composite component after placing the pre-cured composite strip to form the caul plate seam. The composite component may be cured after placing the caul plates on the composite component.08-11-2011

Patent applications by William H. Ingram, Puyallup, WA US

Wyleen A. Ingram, Stoneham, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090031500Infant Positioning System and Prone Positioning Apparatus Therefor - A prone positioning apparatus includes a support member for supporting an infant in a prone position. The support member has first and second ends, first and second sides having first and second opposing recesses, respectively, a top surface facing the infant, and a bottom surface. A first portion disposed at or about the first end, supports the infant's head or trunk. A second portion extends from the first portion and supports the other of the infant's head or trunk. The infant's head and trunk are, therefore, aligned and elevated with respect to at least a portion of the infant's arms and legs, in order that the infant's spine is substantially straight. The first and second recesses receive at least a portion of one of the infant's arms. A support system including at least one accessory for securing the infant in the prone position, is also disclosed.02-05-2009