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James T. Ayers Iii, Doraville, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090193961	Apparatus, System, and Method for Filamentary Composite Lattice Structure Manufacturing - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for the manufacture of composite lattice structures comprising a weaving mechanism	08-06-2009

James T. Baker, Temple City, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100032004	Solar systems that include one or more shade-tolerant wiring schemes - The present invention provides shade tolerant wiring solutions for solar systems. Elements are grouped and wired in parallel within a group such that the total current of a group is substantially the same among multiple groups. Such a wiring scheme can be applied to solar targets (e.g., solar cells), solar , and solar modules.	02-11-2010
20110094563	Solar systems that include one or more shade-tolerant wiring schemes - The present invention provides shade tolerant wiring solutions for solar systems. Elements are grouped and wired in parallel within a group such that the total current of a group is substantially the same among multiple groups. Such a wiring scheme can be applied to solar targets (e.g., solar cells), solar , and solar modules.	04-28-2011
20110285147	APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR ENERGY STORAGE - Some embodiments relate to an energy storage and generation system, comprising a cable system having a first end portion located at a first elevation and a second end portion located at a second elevation, a plurality of mass carriers supported by the cable system, one or more motor generators coupled with the cable system and with an energy grid, a control system in communication with at least the one or more motor generators, a first mass pile area configured to store mass medium positioned at the first elevation, and a second mass pile area configured to store mass medium positioned at the second elevation that can be higher than the first elevation. The one or more motor generators can move the cable system in an energy storing state and be moved by the cable in an energy generating state. The system can store energy by transferring mass medium from the first mass pile area to the second mass pile area, and can generate energy by transferring mass medium from the second mass pile area to the first mass pile area.	11-24-2011

James T. Beaucaire, Glen Ellyn, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110197568	SYSTEM FOR DISABLING DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER REGENERATION DURING ELECTRIC OPERATION - A regeneration disable control system (	08-18-2011

James T. Beaucaire, Wheaton, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100004812	Method for On-Board Data Backup for Configurable Programmable Parameters - A method provides for transferring back-up data between on-board electronic modules of a vehicle. The presence of default parameters is sensed at a first electronic module during a running of the vehicle engine for an engine cycle. The current engine cycle accumulation register data is stored for the engine cycle in the first electronic module. A parameter and accumulation register data recovery routine is run wherein parameters and accumulation register data for the first electronic module are recovered from memory in the second electronic module on the vehicle and restored in the memory of the first electronic module. The information is transferred using SAE J1939 protocol. The first electronic module can be an engine control unit and the second electronic module can be a body controller. During a parameter and data back-up routine periodically run, the first electronic module stores current parameters and accumulation register data into memory of the second electronic module that will serve as back-up parameter and accumulation register data storage in the event the first module loses such parameters and accumulation register data.	01-07-2010
20110257821	METHOD FOR DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER REGENERATION IN A VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH A HYBRID ENGINE BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION - The method for regeneration of a diesel particulate filter of a vehicle equipped with a hybrid engine, wherein the temperature of the exhaust exiting the diesel engine is increased above a predetermined level by increasing load thereon, through optimization of interaction between the diesel particulate filter aftertreatment system and the hybrid engine control through messaging via a communication bus is disclosed. The load on the engine may be increased with or without the assistance of the electric motor/generator of the hybrid engine, and will not affect required acceleration/deceleration of the vehicle.	10-20-2011

James T. Bellistri, Wildwood, MO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100145595	SMALL ENGINE OPERATION COMPONENTS - A low pressure, low cost electronic fuel injection system (	06-10-2010
20110213543	INTEGRATION OF ELECTRONICS FUEL REGULATOR IN A SINGLE UNIT FOR 4 CYCLE ENGINES - A fuel injection system for a hydro carbon engine is provided with a simplified electronic governor system for controlling the maximum speed of the engine. The governor system is operatively associated with an electronic control unit (ECU) for operating the engine. A pulse width modulated fuel valve is provided with a pressure intensifier device enabling the fuel system to use low pressure signals in providing a fuel supply to the engine. The fuel system further is provided with a throttle body having the ECU, the fuel valve and the governor system integrated with on another in a single package for mounting on the engine.	09-01-2011

James T. Birchall, Southwick, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090300065	COMPUTER SYSTEM AND METHODS FOR IMPROVING IDENTIFICATION OF SUBROGATION OPPORTUNITIES - A computer system includes a data capture module for capturing at least one of a make, a model and a unit identification number for a vehicle involved in a loss event. The system further includes a data storage module for storing the at least one of a make, a model and a unit identification number. A computer processor analyzes information related to the vehicle to detect a pattern of reported problems involving the vehicle. An output device outputs an identification of a subrogation opportunity based on the detected pattern.	12-03-2009
20100030582	CENTRALLY MAINTAINED PORTABLE DRIVING SCORE - A method for underwriting an insurance policy includes sending an electronic query from an insurance company to a central vehicle operator rating agency. The method further includes receiving at the insurance company an electronic response to the query from the central vehicle operator rating agency. The response includes data maintained by the central vehicle operator rating agency with respect to a vehicle operator. The data reflects a vehicle operating record of the vehicle operator. The vehicle operating record is a collation of data concerning vehicle operation activities of the vehicle operator over a period of at least two years. The method further includes routing the received data to an underwriter in the insurance company. The underwriter determines whether to issue or renew or adjust an insurance policy that covers the vehicle operator or an employer of the vehicle operator.	02-04-2010

James T. Cargo, Bethlehem, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110163419	ALLOTROPIC OR MORPHOLOGIC CHANGE IN SILICON INDUCED BY ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION FOR RESISTANCE TURNING OF INTEGRATED CIRCUITS - An electronic device includes a semiconductor substrate and a dielectric layer over the substrate. A resistive link located over the substrate includes a first resistive region and a second resistive region. The first resistive region has a first resistivity and a first morphology. The second resistive region has a second resistivity and a different second morphology.	07-07-2011

James T. Carlin, Iii, Collegeville, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080307262	System for Validating Data for Processing and Incorporation in a Report - A system automates the process of isolating incorrect, corrupt, or sensitive data and skipping duplicate records caused by violations of application business rules during report generation, for example. A data processor provides data for processing for incorporation in a report by, processing received report data to identify data objects in the report data likely to generate errors in preparation of a report based on the report data and providing validated report data by collating received report data and omitting identified data objects likely to generate errors. The data processor communicates the validated report data for storage in a repository for use in preparation of a report. An error data processor provides information indicating identified data objects in the report data likely to generate errors and a corresponding reason an individual data object is likely to cause an error.	12-11-2008

James T. Cashion, Jr., Lake Worth, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090171775	PROMOTIONAL INCENTIVE VOUCHER AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING A SELECTABLE GIFT CARD TO A RECIPIENT - A promotional incentive voucher and method for providing a selectable gift card (stored value card or SVC) as a gift to a recipient. The incentive voucher includes an advertising portion comprising information that identifies a business that is providing the voucher and SVC as a gift to a recipient of the voucher; a gift display portion listing a plurality of SVCs available for selection by the recipient; and a gift redemption portion for use by the recipient to selected a desired SVD from the listing and to direct delivery of the gift to the recipient. A method for producing a promotional incentive voucher of the invention includes obtaining from a business desired advertising and SVC gift selection information to be included in the promotional incentive voucher, and producing a voucher comprising the desired information and a gift redemption portion for enabling the recipient to obtain the selected SVC gift.	07-02-2009

James T. Clark, Ii, Kirtland, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090134670	Seal and water catch for recreational vehicle - A seal between a base structure and a slide out structure of a recreational vehicle includes a panel section mounted to the base structure, the panel section including a front edge, a rear edge, a first side and a second side. A sealing element extends from the panel section, between the front edge and the rear edge, in a direction from the first side toward the second side of the panel section, the sealing element extending to contact the slide out structure and wipe moisture therefrom upon relative movement of the slide out structure and base structure. A catch flange extends upwardly from the rear edge of the panel section. A first side basin detail extends from the first side of the panel section, and a second side basin detail extends from the second side of the panel section. The catch flange, the first side basin detail and the second side basin detail define a water catch that is open at the front edge of the panel section, the water catch collecting moisture wiped from the slide out structure by the sealing element.	05-28-2009

James T. Connaughton, I, Pipersville, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090156078	Polycarboxy emulsion copolymer binder compositions - The present invention provides flexible binder compositions comprising one or more polycarboxy emulsion copolymer has a measured Tg of 40° C. or less, such as from −45° C. to 25° C., and a polyol crosslinker. In one embodiment, the binder compositions comprising the polycarboxy emulsion copolymer can be used in making pultruded composites, such as sheets, for example, flexible gypsum board facing sheets, and flexible non-woven articles such as, for example, carpet backing.	06-18-2009

James T. Crunkleton, Iii, Waynesburg, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100071294	METAL COMPOSITE TILE - A metal composite tile includes a first metal sheet, a second metal sheet, a non-metal core disposed between and coupling the first and second metal sheets, and an adhesive disposed on a first side of the first metal sheet. The non-metal core is coupled to a second side of the first metal sheet. The metal composite tile also includes a release paper sheet adhered to the first side of the first metal sheet and covering the adhesive. The release paper sheet is removable from the first metal sheet to expose the adhesive.	03-25-2010

James T. Deery, Spring City, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110187537	Time of Flight Animal Monitoring - A system and method are provided for monitoring the movement of an animal. An animal transceiver unit is placed on the animal for transmitting and receiving signals. A base transceiver unit for transmitting and receiving signals relative to the animal transceiver unit is operated to monitor relative movement of the animal transceiver unit and the base transceiver unit. An indication of the relative distance between the base transceiver unit and the animal transceiver unit is provided in response to signal communication between the animal and base transceiver units.	08-04-2011

James T. Eckner, Ann Arbor, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100324443	DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MEASURING REACTION TIME - A manual neurological testing device for measuring a subject's reaction time comprising: a releasable holding member operable to be grasped by the subject; a stimulus device coupled with the releasable holding member, the stimulus device outputting a perceivable stimulus; and a measurement device coupled with the releasable holding member, the measurement device measuring the subject's reaction time for grasping the releasable holding member relative to the perceivable stimulus.	12-23-2010

James T. Embach, Rochester Hills, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100194135	VEHICLE SEAT ON DEMAND - A vehicle is provided with on-demand seating to allow maximum cargo space in the passenger compartment when the seats are not needed. The seating is lightweight and compact, maximizing available cargo space and minimizing mass and fuel economy impact. The flexible seat may be stowed within body structure defining the passenger compartment, such as side trim panels or a vehicle floor. The body structure supports the flexible seat in a deployed position in which the flexible seat extends from the body structure into the passenger compartment. Roller mechanisms mounted within the body structure allow the seat to extend and retract from the passenger compartment. The seats may be inflatable, and may include pneumatic foam.	08-05-2010

James T. Farricker, North Bend, WA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110181393	Wireless Collection of Fastener Data - Data is remotely collected from a plurality of fasteners in response to a query signal wirelessly transmitted by a reader. Each of the fasteners includes a sensor for measuring a parameter related to the stress on the fastener. A device adapted to be attached to each of the fasteners receives the query signal, activates the sensor to measure the parameter and wirelessly transmits the data including the parameter to the reader.	07-28-2011

James T. Fearnside, Lexington, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080257612	Scale accessory - A scale accessory	10-23-2008

James T. Ferentinos, Spanish Fort, AL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090081061	PERIPHERALLY PIVOTED OSCILLATING VANE MACHINE - The present invention is directed to a peripherally pivoted oscillating vane machine (OVM). The OVM has been optimized for performance and efficiency. This has been accomplished by reducing loads on the drive mechanism and by employing de-phased motion of the peripherally pivoted vanes in conjunction with improved porting configurations as well as valve actuation and manufacture.	03-26-2009

James T. Grondzik, St. Augustine, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090268650	Mobile wireless internet service provider system - The system includes a waterproof housing enclosing selected apparatus, which may include a modem for receiving a signal from an ISP and providing an output signal, and a wireless router for receiving the output signal from the modem and providing an output signal, a first antenna receiving a signal from an ISP and providing the signal to the modem, and a second antenna receiving the output signal from the wireless router and transmitting the output signal, and a rechargeable battery power supply that provides electrical power. Another antenna and another modem provide another output signal to the wireless router. A standard FCC wireless receiver mounted in the router provides a wired or wireless LAN access point. Two more modems and another wireless router may be provided in the housing, as well as POE input and a solar panel for battery charging.	10-29-2009

James T. Hafendorfer, Louisville, KY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090081012	System and Method for Securing Lift Gate - A system is provided for securing lift gate including a first rack bracket, a second rack bracket, a first gate bracket, a second gate bracket, a rod bracket and a rod assembly.	03-26-2009

James T. Huneke, San Diego, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110049731	MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR STRESS REDUCTION IN SEMICONDUCTOR WAFER PASSIVATION LAYERS - The present invention provides polyimide polymer materials for passivating semiconductor wafers and methods for fabricating thereof.	03-03-2011

James T. Jack, Jr., Arlington, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100002910	Method and Apparatus for Developing Synthetic Three-Dimensional Models from Imagery - A method and apparatus for modeling an object in software are disclosed. The method includes generating a three-dimensional geometry of the object from a plurality of points obtained from a plurality of images of the object, the images having been acquired from a plurality of perspectives; and generating a three-dimensional model from the three-dimensional geometry for integration into an object recognition system. The apparatus may be a program storage medium encoded with instructions that, when executed by a computer, perform such a method or a computer programmed to perform such a method.	01-07-2010

James T. Kirchen, Chippewa Falls, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080197612	DISPERSING TUBE - A dispersing tube for an airbag deployment system is disclosed. The airbag deployment system includes a combustion chamber with a gas generant disposed inside and an ignitable pyrotechnic element for introducing a combustion product from the pyrotechnic element to the gas generant. The dispersing tube has a thin-walled tubular element mounted to the pyrotechnic element such that combustion products from the pyrotechnic element flow into the tubular element. The tubular element extends into the combustion chamber; the tubular element has selectively weakened areas formed along the tubular element which are adapted to fracture upon introduction of the combustion products. The selectively weakened areas extend along the length of the tubular element. The selectively weakened areas are thinned areas in the wall. The tubular element has an opening at an end. The tubular element is formed from a polymeric material.	08-21-2008
20090285648	AIRBAG FASTENER ASSEMBLY - A fastener for securing an airbag assembly in a motor vehicle includes first and second body components held one against another with a fastening tab of an airbag there between. A flexible collet from the body of the fastener is secured in a hole of a supporting component in a vehicle roof, and a pin pushed into the collet secures the installation. Tools and fastener structures for verification testing are disclosed.	11-19-2009
20100072735	FASTENER CLIP AND METHOD OF FABRICATING THE SAME - A fastener clip includes a body having an opening extending therethrough, and a rigid retaining pin inserted through the opening, the rigid retaining pin having a first end secured within the body and a second end disposed outside the body, the retaining pin configured to limit the movement of a vehicle trim piece with respect to the vehicle chassis when an airbag is deployed. The fastener clip also includes a plurality of molding gates formed at an intersection between the body and the rigid retaining pin, the rigid retaining pin being subsequently movable with respect to the body after the molding gates are broken. The fastener clip further includes a pair of flexible retention legs adapted to secure the fastener clip to a vehicle chassis and a pair of flexible retention legs adapted to secure the trim piece to a vehicle chassis.	03-25-2010
20110268927	FASTENING CLIP ASSEMBLY - A fastening clip assembly configured to securely fasten to a mounting stud of a panel includes a main clip and a tapered member, such as a tapered locking pin. The main clip may include a central column defining a central passage. The central column may include a ledge. The tapered locking pin integrally connects to the central column through at least one flash joint integrally connected to the main clip proximate the ledge. The said tapered locking pin is configured to move into the central passage in order to securely fasten the assembly to the mounting stud.	11-03-2011

James T. Kirchen, Glenview, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110133434	FASTENER CLIP - A fastener clip includes a body having an opening extending therethrough, a pair of detents formed in an exterior surface of the body, and a rigid retaining pin inserted through the opening, the rigid retaining pin having a pair of flexible fingers configured to engage the pair of detents, the flexible fingers configured to disengage from the pair of detents when an airbag is deployed. The fastener clip also includes a plurality of molding gates formed at an intersection between the body and the rigid retaining pin, the rigid retaining pin being subsequently movable with respect to the body after the molding gates are broken. The fastener clip further includes a pair of flexible retention legs adapted to secure the fastener clip to a vehicle chassis. An airbag retention system including the fastener clip is also described herein.	06-09-2011

James T. Klosowski, Hawthorne, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100289803	MANAGING GRAPHICS LOAD BALANCING STRATEGIES - A method and system for managing graphics load balancing strategies are disclosed. The method comprises using a plurality of rendering servers to render a multitude of graphics frames for a display device, wherein each of the rendering servers has an associated workload; identifying a plurality of load balancing strategies for balancing the workloads on the rendering servers; selecting one of the load balancing strategies; and using the selected one of the load balancing strategies to balance the workloads on the rendering servers. One or more defined metrics are monitored; and in response to a defined changed in said one or more defined metrics, another one of the load balancing strategies is selected and used to balance the workloads on the rendering servers. In one embodiment, the load balancing policy can be changed in real-time during the course of an application session.	11-18-2010
20100289804	SYSTEM, MECHANISM, AND APPARATUS FOR A CUSTOMIZABLE AND EXTENSIBLE DISTRIBUTED RENDERING API - A system and method for providing an Application Programming Interface (API) that allows users to write complex graphics and visualization applications with little knowledge of how to parallelize or distribute the application across a graphics cluster. The interface enables users to develop an application program using a common programming paradigm (e.g., scene graph) in a manner that accommodates handling parallel rendering tasks and rendering environments. The visualization applications written by developers take better advantage of the aggregate resources of a cluster. The programming model provided by APT function calls handles scene-graph(s) data in a manner such that the scene and data management are decoupled from the rendering, compositing, and display. As a result, the system and method is not beholden to one particular graphics rendering API (e.g. OpenGL, Direct X, etc.) and provides the ability to switch between these APIs even during runtime.	11-18-2010
20100328311	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ESTABLISHING CORRESPONDENCE, MATCHING AND REPAIRING THREE DIMENSIONAL SURFACES OF ARBITRARY GENUS AND ARBITRARY TOPOLOGY IN TWO DIMENSIONS USING GLOBAL PARAMETERIZATION - A system, method and computer program product for parameterizing a 3D surface of genus g and arbitrary topology to the 2D plane. The method includes receiving an input 3D mesh of genus g; computing n discrete harmonic one-forms on the surface of the mesh to obtain n numbers for every edge in the graph represented by an input mesh; selecting two compatible linearly independent discrete harmonic one-forms for parameterization; assigning an arbitrary vertex in the mesh as an origin, and then summing each of the two harmonic one-forms along the edges of the graph using a traversal strategy to form 2D coordinates for every other vertex of the mesh to form the 2D parameterization of the 3D surface; detecting all singularities in the 2D parameterization; and, removing faces connected to the singularity and parameterizing the vertices of the removed faces using a 2D parameterization method, and connecting these vertices using a 2D polygonalization algorithm. Using the 3D mapping methodology employed, a correspondence function is computed that can be used to match two 3D object surfaces and repair meshes of arbitrary genus.	12-30-2010

James T. Kociuba, Wellesley Hills, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100023458	Systems, methods, and media for automatically controlling trade executions based on percentage of volume trading rates - Systems, methods, and media for automatically controlling trade executions based on percentage of volume trading rates are provided. In some embodiments, systems for automatically controlling trade executions based on percentage of volume trading rates, are provided, the systems comprising at least one processor that: determines a market impact relationship for each of a plurality of positions included in a portfolio; determines a risk model associated with the portfolio; solves for a percentage of volume trading rate for each of the plurality of positions included in the portfolio based on the market impact relationship and the risk model; and causes trades to be executed in at least one of the plurality of positions included in the portfolio at the percentage of volume trading rate corresponding to the at least one of the plurality of positions.	01-28-2010
20110231340	Systems, methods, and media for automatically controlling trade executions based on percentage of volume trading rates - Systems, methods, and media for automatically controlling trade executions based on percentage of volume trading rates are provided. In some embodiments, systems for automatically controlling trade executions based on percentage of volume trading rates, are provided, the systems comprising at least one processor that: determines a market impact relationship for each of a plurality of positions included in a portfolio; determines a risk model associated with the portfolio; solves for a percentage of volume trading rate for each of the plurality of positions included in the portfolio based on the market impact relationship and the risk model; and causes trades to be executed in at least one of the plurality of positions included in the portfolio at the percentage of volume trading rate corresponding to the at least one of the plurality of positions.	09-22-2011

James T. Koo, Kowloon HK

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100026339	ASICs Having More Features Than Generally Usable At One Time and Methods of Use - More ASIC functionality is crammed into a chip (or chip set) than can probably or definitely be operative at one time when the chip is packaged and inserted into a broader circuit. The excessive ASIC functionality is chosen to cope with different market development probabilities in a host of different market spaces and a subset of the excessive ASIC functionality is programmably activated in each market space after manufacture. In one embodiment, a mega-ASIC with excessive ASIC functionality crammed into it, has a universal core as well as plurality of programmably selectable ASIC function blocks. The ASIC function blocks are programmably activatable and de-activatable so that a mass produced can quickly respond to shifting market demands.	02-04-2010

James T. Koo, Hong Kong CN

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080258762	ASICs HAVING PROGRAMMABLE BYPASS OF DESIGN FAULTS - A relatively small amount of programmable or reprogrammable logic (pro-Logic) is included in a mostly-ASIC device so that such re/programmable logic can be used as a substitute for, or for bypassing a fault-infected ASIC block (if any) either permanently or at times when the fault-infected ASIC block is about to perform a fault-infected operation (bug-infected operation). The substitution or bypass does not have to be a permanent one that is in effect at all times for the entirety of the fault-infected ASIC block. Instead affected outputs of the faulty ASIC block can be disabled from working just at the time they would otherwise initiate or propagate an error. Such fault-infected operations of the temporarily deactivated ASIC block(s) may be substituted for by appropriately programmed pro-Logic at the appropriate times. Thus, a fault-infected ASIC block that is 99% good (for example) and operates improperly just 1% of the time can continue to be gainfully used for that 99% of the time when its operations are fault free and can be blocked from having its erroneous output(s) used only in the 1% time periods (example) when its behavior is faulty. During those faulty times, a relatively small amount of the pro-Logic can be used as a fault-correcting or fault-bypassing substitute for the fault-infected ASIC block. This substitution or bypassing can be activated after initial design of the mostly-ASIC circuitry and/or after pilot production and/or mass production thereby providing for cost saving and faster time to market and/or for repair or maintenance even years after installation and use of the mostly-ASIC device.	10-23-2008

James T. Kopp, Sr., Easley, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090145935	Device and Associated Methods for Storing, Displaying, and Shaping Hats - The technology described herein provides a device and associated methods for storing, displaying, and shaping hats, caps, or the like. This device includes multiple rings of the same diameter and multiple rings of varied diameters to provide for the storing and displaying of a multiplicity of hats while simultaneously maintaining the curvature of the brim portion of the hat. This device provides for the training of the brim of a hat to a particular degree of curvature as desired by the wearer and as selected from the multiple rings of varied diameters of the device. Other comparable uses are also contemplated herein, as will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art.	06-11-2009
20090146036	Device and Associated Methods for Storing, Displaying, and Shaping Items - The technology described herein provides a device and associated methods for storing, displaying, and shaping apparel items, linens, and the like. The device includes a plurality of suspended bands, each suspended band being suspended vertically and having a front portion and a rear portion, the front portion and the rear portion being attached one to another at a plurality of predetermined connection points, thereby providing a plurality of loops in each suspended band, wherein the plurality of loops is configured to store, display, and shape a plurality of articles, each of the plurality of articles placed in one of the plurality of loops.	06-11-2009

James T. Kurnik, Linden, MI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080229806	KNOCK SYSTEM WITH DETECTION ZONES - A knock detection module for an engine comprises a statistics storage module and a processing module. The statistics storage module stores M times N vibration profiles corresponding to M zones of operation of the engine and N cylinders of the engine, wherein M and N are integers greater than one. The processing module determines in which one of the M zones the engine is operating and determines whether knock has occurred for one of the N cylinders by comparing measured vibration data with a selected one of the vibration profiles corresponding to the one of the M zones and the one of the N cylinders.	09-25-2008
20090112392	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MONITORING PROCESSOR INTEGRITY IN A DISTRIBUTED CONTROL MODULE SYSTEM FOR A POWERTRAIN SYSTEM - A method for monitoring a main control module operative to command first and second motor control processors of a hybrid powertrain system includes signally connecting a programmable logic device to the main control module and the first and second motor control processors, communicating a first seed signal from the programmable logic device to the main control module, and determining an invalid key signal in the main control module in response to the first seed signal. The invalid key signal is communicated to the programmable logic device.	04-30-2009
20090195368	DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING TAMPERING OF VEHICLE SOFTWARE OR CALIBRATIONS - A tamper detection system for a control module of a vehicle comprises first nonvolatile memory that stores N rewriteable components including at least one of calibration and software that is used to operate a controlled device of the vehicle, wherein N is an integer greater than zero. The N rewriteable components include an embedded part number (EPN) and an embedded verification number (EVN). Second nonvolatile memory includes a history buffer. A tampering detection module includes a calculated verification number (CVN) generator that generates a CVN for at least one of the N rewriteable components and that stores the CVN in the history buffer. A locking module selectively locks the history buffer under certain conditions.	08-06-2009
20090235019	SECURING SAFETY-CRITICAL VARIABLES - A system comprises a general-purpose memory, a lockable memory, a memory management unit, and a processor. The general-purpose memory includes data for a first set of addresses. The lockable memory includes data for a second set of addresses. The memory management unit selectively writes data to one of the general-purpose memory and the lockable memory and selectively locks the lockable memory by preventing writes to the lockable memory. The processor instructs the memory management unit to unlock the lockable memory before requesting a write to one of the second set of addresses.	09-17-2009
20100268988	SECURE FLASH MEMORY USING ERROR CORRECTING CODE CIRCUITRY - A processor and memory system includes memory, a table of exceptions, and a processor. The memory includes a plurality of memory blocks. The table of exceptions identifies at least one of the plurality of memory blocks that includes an expected error. The processor diagnoses a security fault based on data stored in at least one of the plurality of memory blocks and the table of exceptions.	10-21-2010
20110213526	EVENT DATA RECORDER SYSTEM AND METHOD - An event data recorder (EDR) system includes an event identification module, a parameter selection module, and an event recorder module. The event identification module identifies occurrences of a first event and second event of M predetermined events based on operating conditions of an automotive vehicle. The parameter selection module selects a first set of parameters to record from N predetermined parameters when the first event occurs. The parameter selection module selects a second set of parameters to record from the N predetermined parameters when the second event occurs. The event recorder module records data corresponding to the first set of parameters when the first event occurs and records data corresponding to the second set of parameters when the second event occurs. M and N are integers greater than 1 and the first set includes at least one parameter that is different from the parameters included in the second set.	09-01-2011

James T. Lee, Huntington Beach, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100030322	BRIDGE GRAFT - An arterio-venous graft includes an implantable tubular member and a flow regulator. The implantable tubular member has a first end and a second end generally opposite the first end. The flow regulator is between the first end and the second end. The flow regulator is configured to regulate fluid flow between the first end and the second end. A method of regulating pressure in an arterio-venous graft includes reversibly adjusting a cross-sectional area of the graft. A method of fluidly coupling an artery and a vein includes connecting a first end of an implantable tubular member to the artery and connecting a second end of the implantable tubular member to the vein. A cross-sectional area of the implantable tubular member is reversibly adjustable.	02-04-2010

James T. Manning, Jr., Spring Hope, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090311136	Enzymatic antibacterial cleaner having high pH stability - The present invention is directed to an antibacterial cleaning composition comprising: (a) an enzyme in an amount effective to promote cleaning; (b) viable microorganisms in an amount effective to degrade and promote the degradation of organic materials; (c) a surfactant; and (d) an aqueous carrier; said cleaning composition maintaining at least 95% enzymatic activity at a pH range of from about 5.5 to about 13.5.	12-17-2009

James T. Matherly, Lompoc, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110140672	BATTERY CHARGING METHOD AND SYSTEM WITH THREE-STAGE TEMPERATURE-COMPENSATED CHARGE PROFILE - A battery charging method and system with a temperature-compensated charge profile requires that, during a ‘bulk stage’, a regulated constant charge current is provided to the battery until the voltage across it increases to a predetermined ‘absorption stage voltage limit’, at which time charging transitions to an ‘absorption stage’. During the absorption stage, a charge current is provided which maintains the voltage across the battery at the absorption stage voltage limit, until: 1) the charge current falls to a predetermined current threshold, 2) the charge delivered to the battery during the absorption stage reaches a predetermined charge threshold, or 3) the difference in charge between two successive intervals of equal duration becomes zero, at which time charging transitions to a ‘float stage’. During the ‘float stage’, a regulated constant charge current is provided, such that the voltage across the battery varies with the temperature of the battery.	06-16-2011

James T. Michaels, Ii, Bradenton, FL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090152192	Novel Arrangement of Denitrification Reactors in a Recirculating Aquaculture System - The present invention relates to a novel arrangement of denitrification reactors for removal of nitrate compounds in a recirculating aquaculture system. The novel arrangement of an aquaculture system of the present invention includes positioning one or more anaerobic denitrification reactors upstream of aerobic nitrification and degassing processes. One aspect of the present invention includes a flow of aqueous medium from aquatic species rearing tanks towards one or more denitrification reactors. Another aspect of the present invention includes flow of aqueous medium from aquatic species rearing tanks to a solids removing filter or mechanical filtration means for removal of solid waste matter or biomass prior to flow of aqueous medium towards one or more denitrification reactors. In a sequence of components comprising a system of the present invention, treated and denitrified aqueous medium exiting one or more denitrification reactors is directed towards a solids removing filter wherein treated and denitrified aqueous medium combines with untreated aqueous medium. Combined untreated aqueous medium and denitrified aqueous medium exits a solids removing filter and is directed towards an aerobic nitrification unit. Aqueous medium exiting the aerobic nitrification unit is degassed and oxygenated and returned to aquatic species rearing tanks. A system of the present invention which utilizes denitrification reactors positioned upstream of aerobic nitrification has advantages over existing aquaculture systems which use denitrification in reduction of nitrate concentrations. This results in greater mitigation of water chemistries and compounds which are harmful to aquatic species and more efficient use and conservation of water resources.	06-18-2009

James T. Mullowney, Newport, RI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090265845	System and Method for Disposal of Mutagen Waste - An assembly and method for processing human waste includes providing a supporting base having an opening within which a waste reservoir is affixed. The assembly may be installed on or below a rim of a toilet bowl. Solidification and pathogen killing materials are provided. The materials are deposited in the reservoir either prior to or upon accumulation of waste in the reservoir. The reservoir with the solidified waste is then sealed and transported to a collection facility.	10-29-2009

James T. Murai, San Bruno, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090104625	Homogeneous immunoassays for multiple allergens - A homogeneous immunoassay method and system for quantitative determination of total immunoglobulin E and specific antibody levels to a plurality of allergens, in which a relatively small sampling of blood is required. The method utilizes relatively small microparticles in aqueous suspension. The immunoassay procedure is an immunometric sandwich procedure preferably utilizing biotin-streptavidin signal amplification techniques and R-phycoerytherin fluorescent labels.	04-23-2009
20100184033	METHODS TO ACCELERATE THE ISOLATION OF NOVEL CELL STRAINS FROM PLURIPOTENT STEM CELLS AND CELLS OBTAINED THEREBY - Aspects of the present invention relate to methods to differentiate pluripotent primordial stem cells, such as human embryonic stem (“hES”) cells, human embryonic germ (“hEG”) cells, human embryo-derived (“hED”) cells and human embryonal carcinoma (“hEC”) cells, to obtain subpopulations of cells from heterogeneous mixtures of cells, wherein the subpopulation of cells possess reduced differentiation potential compared to the original pluripotent stem cells and where the subpopulation is capable of being propagated 20 or more population doublings. This invention also provides novel compositions of such subpopulations of cells and methods to propagate and differentiate said cells.	07-22-2010
20110104010	BINDING REAGENT SYSTEM FOR HOMOGENEOUS IMMUNOASSAYS FOR MULTIPLE ALLERGENS - A homogeneous immunoassay method and system for quantitative determination of total immunoglobulin E and specific antibody levels to a plurality of allergens, in which a relatively small sampling of blood is required. The method utilizes relatively small microparticles in aqueous suspension. The immunoassay procedure is an immunometric sandwich procedure preferably utilizing biotin-streptavidin signal amplification techniques and R-phycoerytherin fluorescent labels.	05-05-2011
20110110828	SYSTEMS FOR HOMOGENEOUS IMMUNOASSAYS FOR MULTIPLE ALLERGENS - A homogeneous immunoassay method and system for quantitative determination of total immunoglobulin E and specific antibody levels to a plurality of allergens, in which a relatively small sampling of blood is required. The method utilizes relatively small microparticles in aqueous suspension. The immunoassay procedure is an immunometric sandwich procedure preferably utilizing biotin-streptavidin signal amplification techniques and R-phycoerytherin fluorescent labels.	05-12-2011
20110111530	HOMOGENEOUS IMMUNOASSAYS FOR MULTIPLE ALLERGENS - A homogeneous immunoassay method and system for quantitative determination of total immunoglobulin E and specific antibody levels to a plurality of allergens, in which a relatively small sampling of blood is required. The method utilizes relatively small microparticles in aqueous suspension. The immunoassay procedure is an immunometric sandwich procedure preferably utilizing biotin-streptavidin signal amplification techniques and R-phycoerytherin fluorescent labels.	05-12-2011

James T. Nguyen, Reseda, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090022176	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONVERTING COMMUNICATION INTERFACES AND PROTOCOLS - A system and method for converting communication interfaces and protocols is provided. In one embodiment, the invention relates to a system for converting data including a first interface configured to communicate using an HDMI standard, the first interface receiving HDMI data from a plurality of first communication channels, a second interface configured to communicate using a second communication protocol, the second interface having at least one second communication channel, and a circuitry coupled to the first interface and to the second interface, the circuitry configured to receive HDMI data from the first interface, multiplex at least a portion of the HDMI data received via the first interface onto the at least one second communication channel in accordance with the second communication protocol.	01-22-2009

James T. Olsta, Bartlett, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080264546	CONTAMINANT-REACTIVE GABION AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Reactive gabion/geocomposite articles, and their methods of manufacture, for controlling contaminants in soil, sediment or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The articles and methods described herein utilize gabions, which are box shaped cages or grids (see FIG.	10-30-2008
20090208290	CONTAMINANT-REACTIVE GEOCOMPOSITE MAT AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Reactive geocomposite mats, and their method of manufacture, for treating contaminants in sediment, soil or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The geocomposite mat includes a pre-formed woven or non-woven geotextile, that is needlepunched to an outer geotextile sheet layer to provide a high loft, structurally secured, pre-formed geotextile having a thickness of about 6 mm to about 200 mm, and having, a porosity sufficient to receive a powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material, contaminant-sorptive material, or a contaminant-neutralizing material (hereinafter collectively referred to as “contaminant-reactant material” or “contaminant-reactive material”) throughout its thickness, or in any portion of the thickness across its entire major surface(s). The powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material is disposed within the pores of the previously formed, high loft geotextile mat to surround the fibers, e.g., by vacuum or vibrating the high loft mat while in contact with the contaminant-reactive material to allow the powdered or granular contaminant-reactive material to flow by gravity into the pores of the previously formed, needlepunched geotextile. A liquid-permeable outer geotextile sheet then is secured to the filled geotextile, preferably by heating upwardly extending fibers of the pre-formed geotextile mat to prevent the powdered or granular material from escaping from the geotextile during transportation and installation.	08-20-2009
20100111611	CONTAMINANT-REACTIVE GABION CAGE OR GRID STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE AND USE - Reactive gabion cage or grid structures, and their methods of manufacture, for controlling contaminants in soil, sediment or water that allow the passage of essentially non-contaminated water therethrough. The articles and methods described herein utilize gabions cages or grids, which are box shaped cages or grids (see FIG.	05-06-2010

James T. Petroski, Parma, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080266858	ILLUMINATED SIGNAGE EMPLOYING LIGHT-EMITTING DIODES - An illuminated sign (	10-30-2008
20100079998	DECORATIVE LIGHT FIXTURE INCLUDING COOLING SYSTEM - A decorative light fixture includes a light engine and a shroud. The light engine includes a heat sink and a light source in thermal communication with the heat sink. The shroud covers the light engine to define an air path between an air inlet and an exhaust. The air inlet is disposed vertically below the exhaust. The air path is shaped to direct air over the heat sink and to exit the shroud above the light engine.	04-01-2010
20100314081	High Temperature Graphite Heat Exchanger - A graphite-based heat exchanger, especially for use as a solar energy receptor as part of the thermal process in a solar power system, including an energy collection panel, a heat spreader, and a thermal element, wherein the heat spreader is formed of flexible graphite having a density of at least about 0.6 g/cc and a thickness of less than about 10 mm, and the heat spreader further has a first side and a second side, wherein the heat spreader is in a thermal transfer relationship with the thermal element, and wherein the energy collection panel includes at least one sheet or block of graphite.	12-16-2010
20110134106	Method For Reducing Temperature-Caused Degradation In The Performance Of A Digital Reader - A method for reducing temperature-caused degradation of the performance of a digital reader comprising pixels, the method including positioning at least one sheet of compressed particles of exfoliated graphite adjacent to a plurality of the pixels of the digital reader.	06-09-2011

James T. Pisz, Huntington Beach, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090099732	Automatic Crash Notification Using WiMAX - An automatic crash notification system may include a crash detection system configured to detect a crash of a vehicle, a wireless communication system configured to wirelessly transmit a message to and wirelessly receive a message from a remote location in conformance with the IEEE 802.16 standard, and a processing system configured to transmit notice of a crash over the wireless communication system to the remote location in conformance with the IEEE 802.16 standard in response to detection of the crash by the crash detection system. The wireless communication may be configured to wirelessly transmit a message to and wireless receive a message from the remote location using WiMAX. The automatic crash notification system may include a memory system containing a first prerecorded message that includes one or more words that mean that the remote location has received notice of a crash and a user communication system configured to deliver words to an occupant of the vehicle. The processing system may be configured to cause the first prerecorded message to be communicated over the user communication system in response to receipt by the wireless communication system of an acknowledgement from the remote location that the remote location has received notice of the crash, but which does not include the first prerecorded message.	04-16-2009
20100097178	VEHICLE BIOMETRIC SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A vehicle biometric system includes an in-vehicle telematics unit having a receiver configured to receive authentication data from a wireless communication device, a memory configured to store computer program instructions, and a processor configured to access and execute the computer program instructions. The authentication data can include voice data based on a vocal input received at the wireless communication device from a requesting user. The executed computer program instructions can cause the processor to analyze the received authentication data to make a determination as to whether the vocal input is that of an authorized user of the vehicle, and based on a positive determination that the vocal input is that of the authorized user, to initiate a vehicle function in response to the vocal input.	04-22-2010
20100156712	GPS GATE SYSTEM - A GPS gate system is described for triggering transmission of a message. The system may include a GPS receiver determining a location of the GPS receiver based upon signals received from a GPS satellite system. The GPS receiver determines if the GPS receiver has passed through a GPS gate based upon the received signals. The GPS system may further include a communications system to connect the GPS receiver with a GPS gate communications system to receiver a message generated by the GPS receiver based upon the crossed GPS gate.	06-24-2010

James T. Ringenbach, Elk Grove Village, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090107899	ADJUSTABLE, CONFIGURABLE STORM INLET FILTER - System and apparatus for filtering drainage which includes a configurable and adjustable rigid frame, hanger support structures adapted to contact a surface of a drainage structure, and a sediment bag. The frame may be adjusted or configured by modifying the location of connecting fasteners and/or by altering the orientation of frame components. Additional embodiments provide for an overflow gap comprising a vertical distance between an above grade surface of a drainage structure and the rigid frame, wherein the overflow gap is capable of allowing runoff to bypass the sediment bag when the sediment bag is obstructed. A configurable lifting tool device adapted to lift inlet grates and inlet filter devices includes a lifting bar, a plurality of connectors, a plurality of lifting arms, and a plurality of lifting hooks adapted to contact a grate and/or an inlet filter device lifting bar.	04-30-2009
20100108839	ADJUSTABLE, CONFIGURABLE STORM INLET FILTER - System and apparatus for filtering drainage which includes a configurable and adjustable rigid frame, hanger support structures adapted to contact a surface of a drainage structure, and a sediment bag. The frame may be adjusted or configured by modifying the location of connecting fasteners and/or by altering the orientation of frame components. Additional embodiments provide for an overflow gap comprising a vertical distance between an above grade surface of a drainage structure and the rigid frame, wherein the overflow gap is capable of allowing runoff to bypass the sediment bag when the sediment bag is obstructed. A configurable lifting tool device adapted to lift inlet grates and inlet filter devices includes a lifting bar, a plurality of connectors, a plurality of lifting arms, and a plurality of lifting hooks adapted to contact a grate and/or an inlet filter device lifting bar.	05-06-2010
20110290967	ADJUSTABLE STORM INLET FILTER - System and apparatus for filtering drainage which includes a configurable and adjustable rigid frame, hanger support structures adapted to contact a surface of a drainage structure, and a sediment bag. The frame may be adjusted or configured by modifying the location of connecting fasteners and/or by altering the orientation of frame components. Additional embodiments provide for an overflow gap comprising a vertical distance between an above grade surface of a drainage structure and the rigid frame, wherein the overflow gap is capable of allowing runoff to bypass the sediment bag when the sediment bag is obstructed. A configurable lifting tool device adapted to lift inlet grates and inlet filter devices includes a lifting bar, a plurality of connectors, a plurality of lifting arms, and a plurality of lifting hooks adapted to contact a grate and/or an inlet filter device lifting bar.	12-01-2011

James T. Sauerwein, Jr., Charlotte, NC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090161994	Using metadata tags in video recordings produced by portable encoded information reading terminals - A system and method for facilitating the video information search and users' navigation through multiple video image or video stream files, as well as reducing the amount of data transferred between a video content management server and a video playback client, by employing metadata tags inserted into the video recordings automatically or by an operator of an encoded information reading terminal.	06-25-2009
20100217723	DATA COLLECTION DEVICE AND NETWORK HAVING RADIO SIGNAL RESPONSIVE OPERATION - A data collection device can include at least one of a bar code reader unit, an RFID reader unit, and a card reader unit. A data collection device can be operative to receive and process radio signals. A data collection device can be configured so that operation of the data collection device is responsive to radio signals.	08-26-2010
20110101103	ANNOTATION OF OPTICAL IMAGES ON A MOBILE DEVICE - A method of operating an image reader comprising the steps of: converting light reflected from a target into image data utilizing an image sensor; storing the image data in a display buffer; displaying the image on a display; annotating the displayed image by the operator while the image data is stored in the display buffer, thereby altering the image data in the display buffer; and, transmitting the altered image data from the display buffer; wherein the image sensor, display and display buffer are disposed in a common housing for hand held operation.	05-05-2011
20110177846	POWER MANAGEMENT SCHEME FOR PORTABLE DATA COLLECTION DEVICES UTILIZING LOCATION AND POSITION SENSORS - A data collection device (DCD) is placed in a first low power mode after the DCD has been in a first predetermined position, and placed in a second low power mode after a first predetermined period of time. In another embodiment the DCD includes a wireless telephone, and a proximity sensor which detects when the DCD is close to a user's face, wherein the telephone is automatically put in a handset mode when the DCD is close to a user's face, and automatically put in a speakerphone mode when the DCD is not close to a user's face.	07-21-2011

James T. Schley-May, Nevada City, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090086799	DUAL-BAND LINE INTERFACE CIRCUIT CAPABLE OF MULTI-BAND COMMUNICATION - In an embodiment, a DSL communication device comprising a line interface circuit is disclosed. The line interface circuit includes a hybrid circuit to interface the communication device to a communication line, a lowpass transmit filter to pass signals in a first frequency band, and a highpass transmit filter to pass signals in a second frequency band, where the second frequency band is higher in frequency than the first frequency band. The outputs of the highpass and lowpass filters are coupled in parallel to the communication line. The lowpass and highpass filters as well as the low and highpass transformers are optimized for their frequency bands. Further, the edges of the low and high frequency bands are sufficiently separated to reduce interference from the other frequency band. These factors, in part, allow a multiple tone communication device to be capable of operating in multiple modes of operation with multiple DSL varieties.	04-02-2009
20100111202	Method and apparatus for generating a common-mode reference signal - A method and apparatus to generate a common-mode reference signal. A common-mode current is received at a common-mode current sensing circuit. The common-mode current is sampled at a node between the common-mode current sensing circuit and a shunt resistor. The resulting voltage across the shunt resistor from the applied common-mode current is used as a common-mode reference signal.	05-06-2010
20100246413	TRANSMISSION LINE SIMULATOR - A method and apparatus to simulate a length of telecommunications line. One or more bi-directional constant input impedance low pass or pole/zero filters are coupled in series with an attenuator to simulate a length of telecommunications line. The one or more filters are used to approximate the transfer function of the length of telecommunications line.	09-30-2010

James T. Schwiegerling, Tucson, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100271475	COMPACT SNAPSHOT POLARIMETRY CAMERA - An imaging polarimeter optics unit comprising: a first polarization-sensitive beam-splitter optic, a retarder, a second polarization-sensitive beam-splitter optic, and an analyzer, through which input light passes in sequence, wherein the retarder and polarization-sensitive beam-splitters cause the input light to have optical components that provide different information about the state of polarization of the input beam is provided.	10-28-2010
20110292335	DIFFRACTIVE TRIFOCAL LENS - A diffractive multifocal lens is disclosed, comprising an optical element having at least one diffractive surface, the surface profile comprising a plurality of annular concentric zones. The optical thickness of the surface profile changes monotonically with radius within each zone, while a distinct step in optical thickness at the junction between adjacent zones defines a step height. The step heights for respective zones may differ from one zone to another periodically so as to tailor diffraction order efficiencies of the optical element. In one example of a trifocal lens, step heights alternate between two values, the even-numbered step heights being lower than the odd-numbered step heights. By plotting a topographical representation of the diffraction efficiencies resulting from such a surface profile, step heights may be optimized to direct a desired level of light power into the diffraction orders corresponding to near, intermediate, and distance vision, thereby optimizing the performance of the multifocal lens.	12-01-2011

James T. Spernow, Gurnee, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090210247	System and Apparatus for Item Management - Item-management systems, apparatus, and methods are described, preferably for management of items such as medicaments. In embodiments, an item-management system comprises a holder defining plural cells, a docking station configured to receive the holder, at least one indicator selectively-operable to indicate the holder cell into which an item is to be loaded, and at least one controller operable to selectively operate each at least one indicator to indicate the cell into which the item is to be received. In embodiments, indicators are provided on the holder. In other embodiments, the indicators may by on a guide associated with the docking station to assist the user in loading the holder. The contents of the loaded holder may be easily loaded, for example, into an automated dispensing machine for packaging and subsequent administration to a patient or for another use.	08-20-2009

James T. Splvey, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100042045	STERILE APPLIANCE DELIVERY DEVICE FOR ENDOSCOPIC PROCEDURES - A surgical device comprising a container and a tether used for delivering a sterile appliance into a body cavity during endoscopic procedures. Once positioned in the body cavity, a force is applied to the container through the tether. The force opens the container and releases the sterile appliance into the body cavity. In various embodiments, gas or liquid may be used to open the container.	02-18-2010

James T. Sturdy, Albuquerque, NM US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090144324	MILITARY DATA LINK INTEGRATION APPARATUS AND METHOD - The military data link integration solution provides a common and reusable approach to interface tactical data link radios with legacy subsystems on each unique military platform. The solution implements the full Link 16 J-Series message set. Enhancements are provided that allow the military user to activate or deactivate specific messages for each unique platform and to customize message processing and display selections through user defined instructions. The solution also provides the capability to automatically re-configure itself for subsystem interfaces and the integration of subsystem functions on each unique platform without the need to modify the product.	06-04-2009
20090300626	Scheduling for Computing Systems With Multiple Levels of Determinism - In a computing system, a method and system for scheduling software process execution and inter-process communication is introduced. Processes or groups of processes are assigned to execute within timeslots of a schedule according to associated execution frequencies, execution durations and inter-process communication requirements. The schedules allow development and test of the processes to be substantially decoupled from one another so that software engineering cycle time can be reduced.	12-03-2009

James T. Swantek, Canton, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110307573	OPTIMIZING STORAGE BETWEEN MOBILE DEVICES AND CLOUD STORAGE PROVIDERS - Embodiments of the present invention provide a solution to optimize data transfer between a mobile device and a cloud storage provider. Specifically, embodiments of the present invention may select one or more files for transfer from the mobile device to a cloud storage device based on an analysis of a set (at least one) of factors such as: (1) the percentage of local storage being consumed on the mobile device; (2) the mobile device's billing plan, and whether file transfer will cause the billing plan to be exceeded; (3) a capacity of a link between the mobile device and the cloud storage provider; (4) dates of last access for files stored on the mobile device; and/or (5) a battery power remaining in the mobile device (if applicable). Any files selected based on an analysis of these factors can be transferred via the link and deleted from the mobile device. Typically, a file is a candidate for transfer if it has not been accessed recently (e.g., within a certain time period), the link and billing plan can accommodate the transfer of the file (e.g., determined based on the size of the file), and there is sufficient power to make the file transfer.	12-15-2011

James T. Theodoras Ii, San Jose, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100014268	ALIGNING BRACKET - In one embodiment, the present disclosure refers to an apparatus comprising a bracket having a base configured to receive and hold a first electronic element. The bracket comprises at least one flange extending from the base and at least one guide acting to align the bracket and first electronic element with a second electronic element. The bracket also comprises at least one fastener aligned with the at least one guide and acting to engage and hold the second electronic element.	01-21-2010

James T. Vershaw, Tyler, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090324418	Structural and acoustical vibration dampener for a rotatable blade - A structural and acoustical vibration dampener for a rotatable blade comprises a layer of structural/acoustic damping material coupled to at least a portion of the blade. A fan blade comprises a structural layer and a layer of damping material coupled to at least a portion of the structural layer. A method of applying a structural and acoustical vibration dampener to a fan blade comprises identifying a region on the fan blade and securing the structural/acoustical vibration dampener to the fan blade over at least a portion of the region.	12-31-2009
20100008791	Acoustical Vibration Dampener for a Rotatable Blade - An acoustical vibration dampening system for a rotatable blade comprises at least one section of a rotatable blade and a layer of acoustic damping material coupled to a portion of the at least one section of a rotatable blade. A fan blade comprises a first structural section of a fan blade, a second structural section of the fan blade, and a layer of acoustic damping material provided between the first structural section and the second structural section of the fan blade. A method of making a fan blade with acoustic damping comprises forming at least two sections of a fan blade, and disposing an acoustical vibration dampener between the at least two sections of the fan blade.	01-14-2010

James T. Walker, Palo Alto, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100231279	Phase Shift Generating Circuit - A phase shift generation circuit has an edge detector, which receives an input pulse signal and outputs a first and a second edge signal denoting the time of occurrence of the first and second edges of the input pulse signal. The circuit also has a divide by N circuit, which receives a first clock signal and a group of signals representing a number N, and outputs a second clock signal, said a second clock signal having a frequency equal to the frequency of said first clock signal divided by the number N. The circuit further comprises a pulse counter, which receives the first edge signal and the second clock signal, and outputs a group of signals representing the number of the second clock pulses between occurrences of the first edge signal. The circuit has a first recycling timer, which receives the number of second clock pulses, the first edge signal and the first clock signal, and outputs a group of pulses approximating a uniformly spaced group across the time duration of the period of the input pulse. The group is spaced by the number of second clock pulses. The circuit also has a second recycling timer, which receives the number of second clock pulses, the second edge signal and the first clock signal, and outputs a group of pulses approximating a uniformly spaced group across the time duration of the period of the input pulse. The group is spaced by the number of second clock pulses. The circuit also comprises at least one flip flop with set and reset inputs. The set input receives a pulse from the second recycling timer, while the reset input receives a corresponding pulse from the first recycling timer. The flip flop generates a phase shifted output pulse.	09-16-2010
20110140705	ELECTROSTATIC SENSOR DEVICE AND MATRIX - An electrostatic sensor device including a first sensor element and a second sensor element; a dielectric substrate material formed in two layers, and a sensing hole which penetrates the dielectric substrate material from its upper surface to its lower surface. The first sensor element is receivable in the sensing hole; and second sensor element includes a first conducting ring disposed on an upper surface of said dielectric substrate and surrounding said sensing hole. The second conducting ring is disposed on a lower surface of the dielectric substrate and surrounds the sensing hole. The first sensor element and the second sensor are capable of producing a variable response when the first sensor element is disposed in the sensing hole.	06-16-2011

James T. Weglewski, St. Paul, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100000178	Methods of Joining and Joined Members Formed Thereby - Methods of joining members, forming molded portions with members, securing inserts with members, and joined members, such as for a frame or a frame for a fenestration unit, formed thereby, are disclosed. One embodiment of the method includes placing a first member with a first cavity in a joining position, placing a second member proximate the first cavity of the first member in the joining position, injecting a resin into the first cavity, allowing the resin to solidify at least partially to join the first member and second member to form a joined member, and removing the joined member from the joining position. Optionally, the joined member can be formed in a fixture, can include molded portions formed by the resin, and/or can include inserts held in place by the resin. Further, members without cavities can form a cavity that can receive the resin.	01-07-2010

James T. Wender, Seymour, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080236252	Micronaire Measurement - A method of determining a testing volume for a micronaire measurement by containing a fiber sample within a micronaire chamber having a length and at least one movable end wall. A flow is initiated along the length of the micronaire chamber. The fiber sample is compressed within the micronaire chamber by advancing the movable end wall, and the advancement of the movable end wall is stopped when at least one property of the flow attains a set point. The position of the movable end wall defines the testing volume. In this manner, there is provided a convenient method of setting a testing volume and acquiring the information needed to take a micronaire measurement.	10-02-2008
20100050763	Micronaire Measurement - A method of determining a testing volume for a micronaire measurement by containing a fiber sample within a micronaire chamber having a length and at least one movable end wall. A flow is initiated along the length of the micronaire chamber. The fiber sample is compressed within the micronaire chamber by advancing the movable end wall, and the advancement of the movable end wall is stopped when at least one property of the flow attains a set point. The position of the movable end wall defines the testing volume. In this manner, there is provided a convenient method of setting a testing volume and acquiring the information needed to take a micronaire measurement.	03-04-2010

James T. Willerson, Houston, TX US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110104124	MESODERMAL-LIKE CELL POPULATION FOR TREATING ISCHEMIA IN MAMMALS - Compositions containing an effective amount of mesodermal-like multipotent mammalian mononuclear cells that express both CD34 and M-cadherin cell surface markers are used for preventing, treating or reducing the severity of tissue ischemia or an ischemia associated disorder in a mammal. Such uses may include repopulating an in vivo site with new myocytes and/or vascularizing an ischemic or adjacent tissue. Detection of the level and/or distribution of CD34	05-05-2011

James T. Woolaway, Santa Barbara, CA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100309315	INFRARED CAMERA SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DUAL SENSOR APPLICATIONS - Systems and methods disclosed herein provide for infrared camera systems and methods for dual sensor applications. For example, in one embodiment, an enhanced vision system comprises an image capture component having a visible light sensor to capture visible light images and an infrared sensor to capture infrared images. The system comprises a first control component adapted to provide a plurality of selectable processing modes to a user, receive a user input corresponding to a user selected processing mode, and generate a control signal indicative of the user selected processing mode, wherein the plurality of selectable processing modes includes a visible light only mode, infrared only mode, and a combined visible-infrared mode. The system comprises a processing component adapted to receive the generated control signal from the control component, process the captured visible light images and the captured infrared images according to the user selected processing mode, and generate processed images based on the processing mode selected by the user. The system comprises a display component adapted to display the processed images based on the processing mode selected by the user.	12-09-2010
20110272559	DETECTOR ARRAY FOR HIGH SPEED SAMPLING OF A PULSE - Various techniques are provided for performing detection using a focal plane array (FPA). For example, in one embodiment, a unit cell of an FPA may be implemented to support rapid sampling in response to one or more laser pulses reflected from an object or feature of interest. An FPA implemented with such unit cells may be used, for example, in an imaging system capable of detecting a plurality of two dimensional image frames and providing a three dimensional image using the detected two dimensional image frames. Other applications of such rapid sampling unit cells are also contemplated.	11-10-2011
20110279673	MARITIME CONTROLS SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Systems and methods disclosed herein provide for various embodiments of maritime control components. For example in one embodiment, a control component, adapted to be used with a watercraft, includes a mounting feature adapted to mount the control component to a steering wheel of the watercraft, and a mode selector of the control component adapted to receive and transmit a first user input signal corresponding to a user selected mode of operation from a plurality of selectable modes of operation including a map mode, a sonar mode, a fishfinder mode, a radar mode, an autopilot pattern mode, an entertainment mode, and/or a maritime mode. The control component further includes an increase/decrease actuator adapted to receive and transmit a second user input signal corresponding to a user selection within the user selected mode of operation. Embodiments of a watercraft and a method of display control are also provided.	11-17-2011

James T. Worthington, Ii, Worthington, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090197518	MINE BARRIER SURVIVAL SYSTEM - A barrier survival system that isolates a safe volume within a mine or other confined structure and provides breathable air to one or more survivors within the safe volume who are awaiting rescue by generating oxygen, removing one or more toxins, carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide; and providing heat.	08-06-2009

James T. Young, Ii, Force, PA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110143158	POWDER METAL COMPONENT TOLERANCE IMPROVEMENTS - A powder metal component (	06-16-2011