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D. Frank Kelsey, Grand Junction, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080241323AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT DISINFECTING SYSTEM - Disclosed herein is a system for sanitizing objects, particularly food products such as fruits and vegetables. The system includes two or more tanks for generation and storage of chlorine dioxide. The system provides for the simultaneous use and generation of chlorine dioxide so that the system avoids undesired down-time.10-02-2008

Eric Kelsey, Hennepin, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120043490PRE-OXIDATION OF ENGINE VALVES AND SEAT INSERTS FOR IMPROVED LIFE - A valve seat insert operable with a valve to selectively open and close a passage to a cylinder in an internal combustion engine. The valve seat insert includes a cobalt alloy base including at least about 40 wt % Co and at least about 5 wt % Cr. An oxide scale coating is disposed on at least a wear face of the valve seat insert adapted to engage the valve and optionally on a portion of the valve.02-23-2012

G. Steven Kelsey, Nashua, NH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100178540BATTERIES AND BATTERY SYSTEMS - A non-hermetically sealed, electrochemical power source, includes a first electrode, a second electrode, a separator between the first electrode and the second electrode, and a membrane in fluid communication with an environment external to the battery. The second electrode is between the separator and the membrane. The membrane includes a first portion having a different property, e.g., density, porosity, mass transport resistance, thickness, or gas permeability, than a second portion of the membrane. Methods of designing an electrochemical cell cartridge are also disclosed.07-15-2010

Jeffery P. Kelsey, Geneva, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080237094PARTICULATE SEPARATION PROCESSES AND APPARATUS - The invention relates to processing particulates and apparatus therefor. More specifically, the invention is directed to processes and apparatus for separating particulates. According to various aspects of the invention, particulate separation processes and apparatus are provided comprising flowing a particulate over a foraminous wall and through a sieve.10-02-2008

Patent applications by Jeffery P. Kelsey, Geneva, NY US

Jennifer Kelsey, Ririe, ID US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090175961Dietary Supplement Compositions - Dietary supplements are disclosed herein. For example, dietary supplements containing a combination of tripeptides, potassium, pomegranate, and passionflower are provided.07-09-2009
20090175968DIETARY COMPOSITIONS FOR PROMOTING BRAIN HEALTH - Dietary compositions are disclosed herein. For example, dietary compositions containing a combination of a phosphatidylserine, DHA, EPA, antioxidants, and 07-09-2009
20090176000DIETARY COMPOSITIONS FOR PROMOTING WEIGHT LOSS - Dietary compositions for enhancing feelings of satiety and thereby enhancing weight loss are disclosed herein. For example, dietary compositions containing a combination of beta glucan, whey protein, a natural protein extract derived from potatoes, and optionally inulin are provided.07-09-2009
20110165313DIETARY COMPOSITIONS FOR PROMOTING WEIGHT LOSS - Dietary compositions for enhancing feelings of satiety and thereby enhancing weight loss are disclosed herein. For example, dietary compositions containing a combination of beta glucan, whey protein, a natural protein extract derived from potatoes, and optionally inulin are provided.07-07-2011

Joel M. Kelsey, Belvidere, IL US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090078182Lithium pellets coated with fluorinated oil - Lithium fuel pellets are coated with a fluorinated oil, rather than a fluorinated polymer or telomer. The lithium pellets are coated by placing the pellets inside the lithium reaction vessel and then pouring a fluorinated oil into the reaction vessel. The reaction vessel is rotated in order to evenly coat the lithium pellets. The oil adheres to the lithium pellets and does not settle to the low point of the boiler cavity.03-26-2009

Karl T. Kelsey, Cambridge, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090155786COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR DETECTING MARKERS OF CANCER - Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for detecting one or more markers indicative of cancer. In one instance the marker is one or more methylated genes, such as SFRPs. In another instance the marker is an altered protein, such as p53.06-18-2009

Karl T. Kelsey, Brookline, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110028333DIAGNOSING, PROGNOSING, AND EARLY DETECTION OF CANCERS BY DNA METHYLATION PROFILING - A method of employing DNA methylation analysis for the diagnosis, prognosis, and prediction of cancer.02-03-2011
20120108655Methods of Diagnosing and Treating Carcinomas - Methods of diagnosing a carcinoma include comparing the expression of miRNAs in a sample with a control and determining ratios of expression of miRNAs. Methods of treatment include administering a nucleic acid encoding a miR-375 gene product. Methods of optimizing treatment in a subject include determining expression of an miR21-gene product.05-03-2012

Mark Kelsey, Greenwood, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090112652PROJECT PUBLISHING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method and system of project publishing are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method includes generating self publishing services associated with a project, generating automated publishing services associated with the project, generating advanced publishing optimization services associated with the project, and generating post publishing tracking services associated with the project. The project may include a book, a periodical, an audio book, advertising copy, a screenplay, a newsletter, music, a video file, and/or an audio file. The generating self publishing services associated with a project may include selecting a media type and a size of publication of the project, downloading templates of current content of the project, receiving uploaded completed manuscripts of the project, creating artwork associated with the project, generating targeted offers of upgraded services, setting a pricing of the project and/or a retail discount amount of the project, and/or selecting optional distribution services of the project.04-30-2009

Mark Patrick Kelsey, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120131927Advanced Optics and Optical Access for Laser Ignition for Gas Turbines Including Aircraft Engines - A laser ignition system for an internal combustion engine, and more specifically a gas turbine engine, is provided. The system including a laser light source configured to generate a laser beam, an ignition port configured to provide optimized optical access of the laser beam to a combustion chamber and an optical beam guidance component disposed between the laser light source and the ignition port. The optical beam guidance component is configured to include optimized optic components to transmit the laser beam to irradiate on a fuel mixture supplied into the combustion chamber to generate a combustor flame in a flame region. A method for igniting a fuel mixture in an internal combustion engine is also presented.05-31-2012

Marla Kelsey, Scottsdale, AZ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110177480DYNAMICALLY RECOMMENDING LEARNING CONTENT - A method and apparatus for a learning management platform is provided. Based on student profile information and a determination that similarities exist between students, a learning experience engine provides an individualized learning recommendation to a student.07-21-2011
20110177483RECOMMENDING COMPETITIVE LEARNING OBJECTS - A method and apparatus for competitive learning objects in a learning environment is provided. Based on the success that a student has with a particular learning item, a learning recommendation is generated for another student.07-21-2011

Michael P. Kelsey, Brighton, MA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100107842Measuring and Cutting Apparatus - A measuring and cutting device, ergonomically designed, comprising a user interface with a plurality of user depressible option selection members and a user readable display. A cutting device is tethered to the apparatus base by a continuous fiberous member, wherein the distance that the cutting device has moved away from the apparatus base is continuously measured. The device provides several modes in which users may make their measurements as well as various alert options to inform users when a certain distance has been measured. The various embodiments of this invention envision several cutting apparatuses and power sources.05-06-2010

Nicholas Kelsey, Sunnyvale, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110113243WIRELESS AD HOC NETWORK SECURITY - Providing network security includes detecting network traffic associated with an ad hoc network that includes a first station and a second station, and preventing data sent by the first station from reaching the second station.05-12-2011

Patrick J. Kelsey, Manheim, PA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100094847METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR MULTIPLE-PROTOCOL ACCESS TO OBJECT-BASED STORAGE - In one embodiment, an apparatus includes a storage presentation module and a mapping module in communication with the storage presentation module and an object pool module. The storage presentation module is operable to provide a first storage interface and a second storage interface via a network interface. The first storage interface is associated with a first storage resource accessible via a first storage protocol, and the second storage interface is associated with a second storage resource accessible via a second storage protocol different from the first storage protocol. The mapping module is operable to receive from the storage presentation module a request for access to the first storage resource based on the first storage protocol and a request for access to the second storage resource based on the second storage protocol. The mapping module is operable to convert the request for access to the first storage resource into a request for access to a first object in the object pool module, the first object is associated with the first storage resource. The mapping module is operable to convert the request for access to the second storage resource into a request for access to a second object in the object pool module, the second object is associated with the second storage resource.04-15-2010

Peter Kelsey, Minneapolis, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090041892BAKING SYSTEM AND PROCESS WITH INTERMEDIATE PROOFING - A method for preparing bread includes forming a dough billet and providing a frame including a sling of flexible cloth material secured between two cross members, the sling defining an elongate trough sized to receive the dough billet. The dough billet is disposed in the elongate trough such that the dough billet has a predetermined orientation and the dough billet is moved into a cutting station using a conveyor. The dough billet is scored in the sling at the predetermined orientation with an automated cutting station. The dough billet is removed from the elongate trough by raising the dough billet by pressing a contact element against a bottom of the sling and taking the raised dough billet from the frame. The dough billet is also cooked on an oven floor.02-12-2009

Richard Kelsey, Hoboken, NJ US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100015063Benzodiazepine Derivatives and Pharmaceutical Compositions Containing Them - Benzodiazepine derivative of formula (I), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, are found to be active against RSV Formula (I) Wherein: —R01-21-2010

Richard S. Kelsey, Sparks, NV US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100006140Solar Energy System - A solar covering is disclosed that comprises a lens array configured to distribute light incident on the covering to solar receptors beneath the covering. The lens array may have a support structure covered by a continuous plastic sheet with Fresnel lens ribs or circular Fresnel elements or the lens array may comprise a number of Fresnel tiles. Each lens may concentrate light onto a solar receptor, such as a photovoltaic chip. The solar covering may go over new or existing photovoltaic panels such as on a solar cabana. A photovoltaic element may be movable to maintain the element in a concentration zone of a Fresnel lens and/or to control the power output of the photovoltaic element, such as in response to a signal from a power utility.01-14-2010

Robert L. Kelsey, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080257411SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PREPARATION OF EMULSIONS - Systems and methods to prepare an emulsion are described herein. In one embodiment, a mixture of two or more non-miscible components may be sent to a fluid treatment system which creates an emulsion of the mixture. An emulsification system may include a reservoir and/or one or more fluid treatment systems.10-23-2008
20080257828SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REDUCTION OF METAL CONTAMINANTS IN FLUIDS - Wastewater steams may include one or more metal contaminants. In various embodiments, a wastewater stream may be sent to a fluid treatment system to reduce the amount of metal contaminants in the wastewater stream. In some embodiments, a fluid treatment system may include a first vortex nozzle unit positioned in an opposed relation to a second vortex nozzle unit. Contacting the wastewater stream exiting the first vortex nozzle unit with the wastewater stream exiting the second vortex nozzle unit may precipitation of one or more metal contaminants in the wastewater steam.10-23-2008
20080257974SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DEGASSING ONE OR MORE FLUIDS - Systems and methods to degas fluids are described herein. A fluid degassing treatment system may include a reservoir and/or one or more fluid treatment systems.10-23-2008
20090026133SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF WASTEWATER - Systems and methods to treat wastewater are described herein. A wastewater treatment system may include a primary treatment system, a secondary treatment system, a disinfection treatment system, a solids treatment system, one or more fluid treatment systems, or combinations thereof.01-29-2009
20090152212SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF GROUNDWATER - Systems and methods to treat contaminated water are described herein. A contaminated water treatment system may include a reservoir and/or one or more fluid treatment systems.06-18-2009
20100180767SYSTEMS FOR DEGASSING ONE OR MORE FLUIDS - Systems and methods to degas fluids are described herein. A fluid degassing treatment system may include a reservoir and/or one or more fluid treatment systems.07-22-2010
20100300966SYSTEMS FOR TREATMENT OF WASTEWATER - Systems and methods to treat wastewater are described herein. A wastewater treatment system may include a primary treatment system, a secondary treatment system, a disinfection treatment system, a solids treatment system, one or more fluid treatment systems, or combinations thereof.12-02-2010

Patent applications by Robert L. Kelsey, Fair Oaks Ranch, TX US

Stephen M. Kelsey, Montara, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090155259EXTENDING TIME TO DISEASE PROGRESSION OR SURVIVAL IN CANCER PATIENTS - The present application describes extending time to disease progression or survival in a cancer patient, where the patient's cancer displays HER activation, by treating the patient with a HER dimerization inhibitor, such as pertuzumab.06-18-2009
20110165157EXTENDING TIME TO DISEASE PROGRESSION OR SURVIVAL IN CANCER PATIENTS - The present application describes extending time to disease progression or survival in a cancer patient, where the patient's cancer displays HER activation, by treating the patient with a HER dimerization inhibitor, such as pertuzumab.07-07-2011
20120107391THERAPY OF PLATINUM-RESISTANT CANCER - The present invention concerns a method for treating platinum-resistant, ovarian cancer, primary peritoneal carcinoma or fallopian tube carcinoma with the combination of a HER2 antibody that effectively inhibits HER dimerization as well as gemcitabine.05-03-2012

Patent applications by Stephen M. Kelsey, Montara, CA US

Stephen Michael Kelsey, Montara, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110117096Methods for Identifying Tumors That are Responsive to Treatement With Anti-ErbB2 Antibodies - Tumors are identified as responsive to treatment with anti-HER2 antibodies by detecting the presence of a HER2/HER3 and/or HER2/HER1 protein complex or for HER2 phosphorylation in a sample of tumor cells. Patients suffering from a tumor comprising HER/2/HER1 and/or HER2/HER3 heterodimers and/or HER2 phosphorylation are treated with anti-HER2 antibodies, such as rhuMAb 2C4.05-19-2011

Steven L. Kelsey, Sunnyvale, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090304069INLINE AUDIO/VISUAL CONVERSION - A system, method, and apparatus for inline audio/visual conversion are described. Power to an inline converter is provided over the A/V cable that couples the converter to a destination such as a selector.12-10-2009

Susan P. Kelsey, Salt Lake City, UT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110095665VANISHING DESIGN WALL - A vanishing design wall operable to hold pieces of cloth in a substantially assembled position to permit evaluation of a design appearance before sewing the assembly. A preferred embodiment includes a flannel-backed vinyl-faced sheet that may be deployed to form a vertically oriented planar working surface in proximity to a foundation to expose the flannel side. Pieces of cloth may be adhered to the flannel working surface by compressing the design wall between the piece of cloth and the foundation. The design wall may then be collapsed (e.g. by furling onto a spring-loaded roller) to store the wall in an out-of-the-way location. Design elements may be trapped inside the furled design wall for temporary storage. A design wall may be placed in a stored configuration substantially inside an ornamental box and out of casual observation. A preferred box includes a structurally supportive shelf on which items may be displayed.04-28-2011

Sydney Kelsey, South Bend, IN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080284072GAS SPRING ASSEMBLY - A gas spring assembly that is suitable for use on a vehicle suspension system includes a first end member and a second end member that is spaced from the first end member. A flexible wall is secured between the first and second end members and at least partially defines a first gas chamber therebetween. A confinement at least partially forms a second gas chamber that is in communication with the first gas chamber. A porous flow restrictor is operatively disposed between the gas chambers. A suspension system including such a gas spring assembly as well as a method is also included.11-20-2008

Willard K. Kelsey, Palm Desert, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100204670CAP ADAPTERS FOR MEDICAMENT VIAL AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Cap adapters for a medicament vial configured to facilitate the transfer of liquid medicament from the vial and into a syringe. In one embodiment the cap adapter comprises a wall portion with a first lumen passing through it. A vial-engaging portion secures the cap adapter to the vial. A spike extends from the wall portion and defines a second lumen passing through the wall portion. A cone-shaped shield extends from the first lumen. The shield is configured to guide a hypodermic needle toward the first lumen to thereby reduce a risk of needlestick to a user handling the vial. In certain embodiments, a light source cooperates with the cap adapter to illuminate at least a portion of the cap adapter to reduce a risk of needlestick to a user handling the vial in a darkened environment. In certain embodiments, a secondary sealing member abuts a first face of the wall portion and seals an end of the first lumen. In certain embodiments, a locking sleeve resists or prevents removal of the cap adapter from the medicament vial.08-12-2010
20100204671CAP ADAPTERS FOR MEDICAMENT VIAL AND ASSOCIATED METHODS - Cap adapters for a medicament vial configured to facilitate the transfer of liquid medicament from, the vial and into a syringe. In one embodiment the cap adapter comprises a wall portion with a first lumen passing through it. A vial-engaging portion secures the cap adapter to the vial. A spike extends from the wall portion and defines a second lumen passing through the wall portion. A cone-shaped shield extends from the first lumen. The shield is configured to guide a hypodermic needle toward the first lumen to thereby reduce a risk of needlestick to a user handling the vial. In certain embodiments, a light source cooperates with the cap adapter to illuminate at least a portion of the cap adapter to reduce a risk of needlestick to a user handling the vial in a darkened environment. In certain embodiments, a secondary sealing member abuts a first face of the wall portion and seals an end of the first lumen. In certain embodiments, a locking sleeve resists or prevents removal of the cap adapter from the medicament vial.08-12-2010

William D. Kelsey, Elkton, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090214852Multi-Spectral, Selectively Reflective Construct - A selectively reflective construct, and a method for making the construct, are described. In one embodiment reflectance, transmission and absorption properties may be controlled in multiple electromagnetic bands. A construct is described comprising a) a thermally transparent, visually opaque substrate comprising a polymeric material and a colorant, and b) a thermally reflective layer comprising a low emissivity component which is optionally transparent to radar signal.08-27-2009
20090263644Multi-spectral, selectively reflective construct - A selectively reflective construct, and a method for making the construct, are described. In one embodiment reflectance, transmission and absorption properties may be controlled in multiple electromagnetic bands. A construct is described comprising a) a thermally transparent, visually opaque substrate comprising a polymeric material and a colorant, and b) a thermally reflective layer comprising a low emissivity component.10-22-2009
20100175230Locking Mechanisms For Use With Devices For Forming A Closure Between Materials - A waterproof fastening device is provided. The fastening device includes a first fastening member and second fastening member, both having mating surfaces that include rails and channels therein. The fastening devices further include mateable openings and projections therein that cooperate to impart a waterproof seal that is resistant to pull-out.07-15-2010
20110100547Multi-Spectral, Selectively Reflective Construct - A selectively reflective construct, and a method for making the construct, are described. In one embodiment reflectance, transmission and absorption properties may be controlled in multiple electromagnetic bands. A construct is described comprising a) a thermally transparent, visually opaque substrate comprising a polymeric material and a colorant, and b) a thermally reflective layer comprising a low emissivity component.05-05-2011

Patent applications by William D. Kelsey, Elkton, MD US

William D. Kelsey, Issaquah, WA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090187449System and method for managing unscheduled maintenance and repair decisions - A system for managing unscheduled maintenance and repair decisions may include a maintenance swap options prioritizer. The maintenance swap options prioritizer may include a data access and transformation module to find and assemble information from different sources for computing performance data and generating a list of prioritized swap options. The maintenance swap options prioritizer may also include an options selection module to generate the list of prioritized swap options based on the information found and assembled by the data access and transformation module and based on any user preferences. The maintenance swap options prioritizer may also include means to present the performance data and list of prioritized swap options to at least one user. The maintenance swap options prioritizer may further include means to permit collaborative decision making and planning by multiple users to manage shared maintenance and repair resources.07-23-2009