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Allen Knowles, Magalia, CA US
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| 20090293741 | SYSTEM, DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROCESSING HARVESTED WALNUTS - A system and method for processing harvested walnuts that includes a walnut separator for separating walnuts without hulls from walnuts with hulls prior to a hulling process in order to increase productivity of the huller. A huller by-pass system conveys walnuts without hulls to a post-hulling processing. A walnut separator may include a screen having a selected screen size that permit walnuts without hulls to pass through the screen and prohibit walnuts with hulls and therefore a larger diameter, to pass through the screen. Alternately the walnut separator may include an optical sensor positioned to scan harvested walnuts. A controller connected to the optical sensor processes input from the optical sensor and selectively actuates a walnut selection or ejection device causing a walnut to by-pass a process. | 12-03-2009 |
Byron R. Knowles, Boynton Beach, FL US
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| 20110108208 | Window Assembly with a Motorized Window Shade Mechanism - A motorized mechanism for actuating motion within a housing of a window shade arrangement having first and second window shades for controlling the amount of light admitted through a window. The motorized mechanism comprises a first rail assembly movable in the housing and connected to a first end of the first window shade and a first end of the second window shade, a second rail assembly movable in the housing and connected to a second end of the second window shade, a second end of the first window shade being fixed to the housing, said first and second window shades being adapted to be extended and compressed relative to the window in accordance with motion within the housing of at least one of said first and second rail assemblies. A first cable is looped between a motor-driven first pulley and a second pulley along a first path. A second cable is looped between a motor-driven third pulley and a fourth pulley along a second path. Corresponding ends at one side of said first and second rail assemblies are in said first path, with only one of said first and second rail assemblies being connected to the first cable, and corresponding ends at the other side of said first and second rail assemblies being in said second path, with only the other one of said first and second rail assemblies being connected to the second cable. | 05-12-2011 |
Daniel C. Knowles, Southbury, CT US
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| 20090281360 | POLYALPHAOLEFINS AND PROCESSES FOR FORMING POLYALPHAOLEFINS - The invention is directed to polyalphaolefins (PAOs) and processes for forming PAOs. In one embodiment, the invention is to a process for forming a PAO comprising polymerizing C | 11-12-2009 |
| 20100069687 | PROCESS FOR SYNTHESIS OF POLYALPHAOLEFIN AND REMOVAL OF RESIDUAL CATALYST COMPONENTS - A process for reducing the level of residual catalyst comprising one or more 1-halo-2-methylpropanes and a Group 13 metal catalyst from a crude polyolefins product, the process comprising contacting the crude organic product with a solid adsorbent in an adsorbent system. Also provided is a co-catalyst system for polymerizing alpha olefins. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20110054126 | TWO-STAGE PROCESS AND SYSTEM FOR FORMING HIGH VISCOSITY POLYALPHAOLEFINS - A final polymer product is formed using a two-stage process and system. In the first stage, a catalyst system is used to polymerize an alpha-olefin monomer to form an effluent. In the second stage, additional alpha-olefin monomer is supplied and is polymerized in the presence of the effluent from the first stage. The second stage produces the final polymer product, which may have a lower molecular weight and viscosity than the polymer foamed in the first stage. The final polymer product may be used as a base stock for lubricant compositions. | 03-03-2011 |
| 20110092752 | Polyalphaolefins and processes for forming polyalphaolefins - The invention is directed to polyalphaolefins (PAOs) and processes for forming PAOs. In one embodiment, the invention is to a process for forming a PAO comprising polymerizing C | 04-21-2011 |
David A. Knowles, Decatur, GA US
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| 20080228625 | PARTNER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A Partner Relationship Management System (“PRMS”) accessible for sellers and buyers located remotely, whereby the buyers' access privileges are based on their relationship with the sellers. The PRMS comprising a server connected to the Internet and a pricing configurator which includes at least, a buyer profile module residing on the server and storing information on a plurality of buyers, logistics data and a price converter. The information on each buyer includes at least a delivery destination, and a pricing factor. The pricing factor is unique to each buyer. The pricing configurator converts an origin offer price, such as a free-on-board price, to a delivered price, such as a cost-insurance-freight price by considering the information of the buyer profiles and the logistics data. | 09-18-2008 |
Edmund M. Knowles, Flemington, NJ US
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| 20120030240 | ENTERPRISE CONTENT MANAGEMENT FEDERATION AND INTEGRATION SYSTEM - An enterprise content management federation and integration system integrates a plurality of applications and federates information seamlessly by receiving, by a composite system, a request from a client system. The system then translates, by a manager system, the request from the client system. The manager system performs one or more high level validations and retrieves information from a mapping stored by an ontology modeling system, a plurality of content types, repositories, actions and object types based at least in part on a plurality of attributes including one or more metadata models or attribute models. The manager system then invokes one or more composites based at least in part on the request from the client system and some or all the information retrieved from the mapping. | 02-02-2012 |
Gary R. Knowles, Ham Lake, MN US
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| 20080271532 | FREQUENCY SHIFTING OF ROTATIONAL HARMONICS IN MEMS DEVICES - Structures and methods for frequency shifting rotational harmonics in MEMS devices are disclosed. An illustrative MEMS device can include a substrate, a sense electrode coupled to the substrate, and a proof mass adjacent to the sense electrode. A number of non-uniformly dispersed holes or openings on the proof mass can be configured to alter the distribution of mass within the proof mass. During operation, the presence of the holes or openings alters the frequency at which the proof mass rotates about a centerline in a rotational mode, reducing the introduction of harmonics into the drive and sense systems. | 11-06-2008 |
George Gordon Knowles, Dallas, TX US
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| 20110178830 | Computer-Implemented Tools and Method for Developing and Implementing Integrated Model of Strategic Goals - By building a computer model operating on a computerized device that integrates a strategy model and an operations model, it may be possible to better project the impact of implementing business strategies. And by computerized monitoring of the business's status, as indicated by its current financial data in comparison to the projections arising from the computer model, it may be possible to determine whether the business strategies are being successfully implemented. It would also be useful to have an automated system that would automatically notify personnel within a business if the business strategy is not being successfully implemented, allowing those personnel to intercede more quickly to correct problems. In addition to providing such a warning, it would also be useful to present the consequences, including the impact on financial data, people, processes, and technology, arising from the actual implementation of these strategies, along with a means of capturing the business correction measures used to correct such deviations. The present computerized framework, device, and method disclose embodiments for developing and using an integrated, closed-loop computerized business model, typically using a plurality of linked database tables. | 07-21-2011 |
Heather Knowles, Devens, MA US
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| 20080214938 | Optimized Temperature Measurement in an Ultrasound Transducer - There is provided a medical ultrasound transducer ( | 09-04-2008 |
| 20090000383 | WIDE-BANDWIDTH MATRIX TRANSDUCER WITH POLYETHYLENE THIRD MATCHING LAYER - A third matching layer ( | 01-01-2009 |
| 20100168581 | WIDE BANDWIDTH MATRIX TRANSDUCER WITH POLYETHYLENE THIRD MATCHING LAYER - An ultrasound transducer comprises a piezoelectric element ( | 07-01-2010 |
James T. Knowles, Washington, IA US
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| 20110089269 | POSITIONING APPARATUS FOR SLUDGE DISTRIBUTING HOSE - Apparatus for positioning and maneuvering a sludge, or manure, distributing hose used in fertilizing a field includes a first frame adapted for coupling to a three-point tractor hitch and a second frame pivotally coupled to an aft portion of the first frame. Attached to and disposed aft of the second frame is a horizontally oriented, rotatable wheel assembly adapted to engage, lift and position the hose and to provide for changes in the direction of the hose as it is pulled through a field during fertilizing. The wheel assembly is horizontally and vertically pivotable about the first frame for respectively facilitating maneuvering of the hose in a field and for raising the wheel assembly for transport. A locking mechanism is provided for engaging and preventing rotation of the wheel assembly when desired. Hydraulic cylinders connected to the tractor's hydraulic system allow for changing the configuration of the apparatus. | 04-21-2011 |
Jimmy Clements Knowles, Chapin, SC US
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| 20080282947 | Method and Apparatus for Turbulent Combustion of Fly Ash - An apparatus for processing fly ash comprising a heated refractory-lined vessel having a series of spaced angled rows of swirl-inducing nozzles which cause cyclonic and/or turbulent air flow of the fly ash when introduced in the vessel, thus increasing the residence time of airborne particles. Also disclosed is a method of fly ash beneficiation using the apparatus. | 11-20-2008 |
Joyce Etta Knowles, San Antonio, TX US
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| 20090055731 | Homonym words dictionary - Homonym Words Dictionary is a software program that scans a text document for improper word choice and usage after it has been spell checked. The most fatal shortcoming inherent in all spell checkers is allowing an improperly used but correctly spelled word to pass undetected as proper English during the spell check process. The sentence | 02-26-2009 |
Kain Knowles, Chicago, IL US
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| 20120124980 | COMBINED INTAKE ASPIRATOR VENTURI TUBE AND WATER TRAP IN VERTICAL EXHAUST OUTLET STACK - An integral water trap and venturi tube element for use in an exhaust stack on a vehicle, the exhaust stack being generally vertically oriented and having a catalyst element or other moisture-sensitive emission control component disposed below the water trap, the venturi tube having an aspirator tube disposed therein to provide a low pressure aspiration source for the vehicle, wherein the venturi tube is so disposed in the exhaust stack to also function as the water trap and allows capture and diversion of water entering the exhaust stack from above. | 05-24-2012 |
Kenneth Knowles, Bandera, TX US
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| 20100106116 | MEDICAL CANISTER CONNECTORS - A medical canister connector is presented for connecting to a medical canister, which has a patient port and a reduced-pressure port. The medical canister connector includes a first connection member that is coupled to a patient-port-attachment member, which is for coupling to a patient port on a medical canister and has a patient-port opening with a first longitudinal axis. The medical canister connector also includes a second connection member coupled to a reduced-pressure-port-attachment member, which is for coupling to a reduced-pressure port on the medical canister and has a reduced-pressure-port opening with a second longitudinal axis. A spacing member or pressure transport member may be used to couple the first connection member to the second connection member. The spacing member or transport member flexes and twists during connection. The medical canister connector may also help organize one or more pressure-sensing conduits. Methods are also presented. | 04-29-2010 |
Kenneth Mitchel Knowles, Bandera, TX US
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| 20090299255 | REDUCED-PRESSURE DRESSING ASSEMBLIES FOR USE IN APPLYING A CLOSING FORCE - A closing dressing bolster and assembly for use with a system for treating a linear wound on a patient includes a bolster body formed from a flexible closing bolster material having closing members that are operable to develop an inward closing force when the closing dressing bolster is placed under reduced pressure. In one aspect, when the closing dressing bolster is under reduced pressure, the system, dressing, or assembly develops an inward force realized at the linear wound and a compression force. A wicking-material holder and wicking material may be used as well. The member components may all be see-through to allow visual inspection of the wound without requiring removal of the dressing. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090299256 | SEE-THROUGH, REDUCED-PRESSURE DRESSINGS AND SYSTEMS - A see-through dressing assembly is presented for use with a reduced-pressure system for treating a wound on a patient using reduced pressure that allows visual observation of the wound during treatment. The dressing assembly includes a bolster for providing a directed force when under reduced pressure, a sealing member for covering the bolster and providing a seal over the bolster and a patient's epidermis, and wherein the bolster and sealing member are formed from see-through materials sufficient to allow perception of color from a point external to the system. Other systems, dressings, and methods are presented. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20090299307 | REDUCED-PRESSURE, LINEAR-WOUND TREATMENT SYSTEMS - A system for treating a linear wound on a patient has a closing dressing bolster for placing on the patient's epidermis over the linear wound, a sealing subsystem for providing a seal over the closing dressing bolster and the patient, and a reduced-pressure subsystem for delivering reduced pressure to the sealing subsystem. The sealing subsystem and reduced pressure subsystem are operable to deliver reduced pressure to the closing dressing bolster. The closing dressing bolster is operable under reduced pressure to develop a inward closing. The closing dressing bolster may include one or more closing members on each side of a center wound area to create the inward closing when under reduced pressure. A compressive force may also be developed. Other systems and methods are presented. | 12-03-2009 |
| 20110178479 | LEAK-RESISTANT BANDAGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS WITH HYDROPHILIC FOAM WOUND INSERT FOR FLUID-INSTILLATION AND/OR NEGATIVE-PRESSURE WOUND THERAPIES - Wound treatment systems and methods (e.g., having hydrophilic wound inserts), such as for negative-pressure and/or fluid-installation wound therapies. Some embodiments include a check-valve assembly between a wound dressing and a vacuum source. | 07-21-2011 |
| 20110190703 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR POSITIONING FLUID SUPPLY SYSTEM - Fluid supply systems and methods for therapeutic fluid delivery systems, including those used for negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) systems and methods. | 08-04-2011 |
Kevin Knowles, Highlands Ranch, CO US
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| 20090240579 | CUSTOMER LOYALTY PROGRAM WITH SHARED DATA AND SUB-PROGRAMS - Embodiments of the present disclosure provide systems and methods for increasing participation in loyalty programs. In embodiments, the customer opts into a loyalty program. The customer is then provided with information about his or her loyalty participation and also is provided with information about one or more other customer's participation in the loyalty program. In another embodiment, one or more loyalty members can form their own competition or group within the loyalty program. The members can create loyalty sub-program rules for a competition and allow fellow loyalty members to participate in the competition. The customizable loyalty sub-program competitions further enhance member participation. | 09-24-2009 |
Kevin J. Knowles, Monroe, MI US
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| 20090045666 | Furniture Member Attachment System - A furniture member joining system includes a U-shaped fastener having first and second posts extending transversely from a post body. First and second post receiving bight inserts are each engageable with one of a first and second furniture member. The first post is slidably received in the first bight insert and the second post is slidably received in the second bight insert to releasably couple the first furniture member to the second furniture member. | 02-19-2009 |
Kyan Lake Knowles, Purcell, OK US
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| 20120073556 | Camera attachment device for sports bow - A camera attachment device for sports bow with a main support bracket, a secondary support bracket, a bow to bracket attachment arm, and a thumb screw. The main bracket has forward facing cradle arms to hold the bottom of a camera and rearwardly facing cradle arms to slidably hold the secondary bracket. The secondary bracket has an inverted L shape. The top leg of the L shape includes a downwardly facing tab that can retain the top of a camera. The threaded post of the thumb screw engages a threaded aperture in the main support bracket panel. The bow to bracket extension arm fits between the thumb screw and the second support bracket. When the thumb screw is tightened it can retain a hand held cell phone or video camera. The other end of the attachment arm is held between the stabilizer post and frame of a standard sports bow. | 03-29-2012 |
Lisa O'Rear Knowles, Pullman, WA US
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| 20090062126 | USE OF C3 TO C14 ALIPHATIC ALDEHYDES, KETONES AND PRIMARY AND SECONDARY C3 TO C7 ALIPHATIC ALCOHOLS TO INHIBIT SPROUTING OF POTATO TUBERS - Compositions and methods for inhibiting the sprouting of potato tubers are provided. The compositions comprise C3 to C14 aliphatic aldehydes and ketones, and/or C3 to C7 primary and secondary aliphatic alcohols. | 03-05-2009 |
Mark Knowles, Bend, OR US
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| 20100235339 | Search Advice Systems and Methods - A computer-implemented method receives search optimization advice and applies the search optimization advice to a web page associated with a web site. The method generates a recommendation to modify the web page for improved search engine performance based on application of the search optimization advice. The recommendation to modify the web page is displayed proximate the web page content associated with the recommendation. | 09-16-2010 |
Mark Knowles, Fairfax, CA US
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| 20100333153 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR TRANSFORMING CONTENT FOR EXECUTION ON MULTIPLE PLATFORMS - A method and system are disclosed for acquiring and transforming existing content (e.g., Hyper Text Markup Language HTML content) for display and execution on multiple platforms and architectures. In one embodiment, capture templates are created to harvest content from disparate content sources on multiple platforms. Data is extracted from the content from the disparate content sources using the created capture templates that drives extracting process. A standardized data stream is generated from the extracted data. The standardized data stream is provided for display on one or more different type of platforms. | 12-30-2010 |
| 20110191667 | Method and System for Transforming Content for Execution on Multiple Platforms - A method and system are disclosed for acquiring and transforming existing content (e.g., Hyper Text Markup Language HTML content) for display and execution on multiple platforms and architectures. In one embodiment, capture templates are created to harvest content from disparate content sources on multiple platforms. Data is extracted from the content from the disparate content sources using the created capture templates that drives extracting process. A standardized data stream is generated from the extracted data. The standardized data stream is provided for display on one or more different type of platforms. | 08-04-2011 |
Mark O. Knowles, Fairfax, CA US
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| 20100161826 | NEWS ARCHITECTURE FOR iTV - A system and method for acquiring media content is disclosed. A capture platform may allow users to create customized templates for the automatic capture of web-based media, such as news. Captured content may be normalized for optimized access by a plurality of different device platforms, and may also be customized for individual users. One or more chained transformer plug-ins may be used to provide the customization. | 06-24-2010 |
Matt Knowles, Chicago, IL US
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| 20100216551 | VIDEO GAME AND PERIPHERAL FOR SAME - A video game controller with a position sensor and a proximity sensor provides user input signals for use in determining game states. The video game controller can have a board or deck like surface similar to that of a skateboard, and the proximity sensor can be used to determine if a grab of the board has been attempted. A video game associated with the video game controller can provide a skateboard or other game in which a skateboard and skateboarding character are responsive to a game player's manipulation of the video game controller. | 08-26-2010 |
Michael Knowles, Chapel Hill, NC US
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| 20090162855 | Identification of Genetic Variants Associated with Increased Severity of Pulmonary Disease - A method of determining a genetic component contributing to the severity of a pulmonary disease in a patient comprises determining the presence or absence of one or more single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in the Endothelin Receptor A (EDNRA) gene or the Interleukin-8 (IL-8) gene of the patient. The SNPs are rs5335 or rs1801708 for EDNRA, or rs4O73 for IL-8. The pulmonary disease may be cystic fibrosis or lymphangioleimyomatosis. Determining the presence or absence of one or more of SNPs rs5335 or rs1801708 in the EDNRA gene or rs4073 in the IL-8 gene of the patient may also be used in a method of treating a patient having a pulmonary disease. A kit may comprise one or more probes for determining the presence or absence of one or more of SNPs rs5335 and rs1801708 in the EDNRA gene or the SNP rs4073 in the IL-8 gene. | 06-25-2009 |
Michael Knowles, Los Angeles, CA US
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| 20100006611 | SUPPORT APPARATUS - Provided are, among other things, apparatuses for supporting a video camera. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes: a harness adapted for wearing on a user's upper body, the harness including a front section which, in use, covers at least a portion of at least one of the user's chest and abdomen, and a rear section which, in use, covers at least a portion of the user's back; and a flexible rod having a proximal end secured to the rear section of the harness and a distal end that extends up above the harness when the flexible rod is unweighted. | 01-14-2010 |
Michael R. Knowles, Chapel Hill, NC US
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| 20100292088 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR DETECTING GENETIC MARKERS ASSOCIATED WITH PRIMARY CILIARY DYSKINESIA - The present invention provides methods and compositions for detecting mutations in a DNAH11 gene of a subject to diagnose primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) in the subject and/or to identify a subject as having an increased risk of having PCD and/or to identify a carrier of a PCD mutation. | 11-18-2010 |
Norman Richard Knowles, Pullman, WA US
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| 20090062126 | USE OF C3 TO C14 ALIPHATIC ALDEHYDES, KETONES AND PRIMARY AND SECONDARY C3 TO C7 ALIPHATIC ALCOHOLS TO INHIBIT SPROUTING OF POTATO TUBERS - Compositions and methods for inhibiting the sprouting of potato tubers are provided. The compositions comprise C3 to C14 aliphatic aldehydes and ketones, and/or C3 to C7 primary and secondary aliphatic alcohols. | 03-05-2009 |
Peter Knowles, Elmira, NY US
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| 20090246412 | Localized deposition system and method of localized deposition - A localized deposition system is provided comprising a substrate support, a feed material supply, a feedstock laser source, a substrate laser source, and a deposition control system. The feedstock laser source is configured to heat feed material positioned for localized deposition on the deposition surface of the substrate. The substrate laser source is configured to heat a localized portion of the substrate. The deposition control system is programmed to synchronize the relative movement between the deposition surface of the substrate and the localized deposition position of the feed material supply with operation of the feedstock laser source, the substrate laser source, and the feed material supply to execute a deposition operation. Methods of localized deposition are also provided. | 10-01-2009 |
Rae Knowles, Hillsboro, OR US
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| 20100108881 | SCANNING TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE USING GAS AMPLIFICATION - A scanning transmission electron microscope operated with the sample in a high pressure environment. A preferred detector uses gas amplification by converting either scattered or unscattered transmitted electrons to secondary electrons for efficient gas amplification. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20110031394 | HIGH PRESSURE CHARGED PARTICLE BEAM SYSTEM - The current invention includes methods and apparatuses for processing, that is, altering and imaging, a sample in a high pressure charged particle beam system. Embodiments of the invention include a cell in which the sample is positioned during high pressure charged particle beam processing. The cell reduces the amount of gas required for processing, thereby allowing rapid introduction, exhaustion, and switching between gases and between processing and imaging modes. Maintaining the processes gases within the cell protects the sample chamber and column from contact with the gases. In some embodiments, the temperature of the cell walls and the sample can be controlled. | 02-10-2011 |
Richard N. Knowles, Waterloo, IA US
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| 20110269593 | Electro-Hydraulic Differential Lock - A differential locking device ( | 11-03-2011 |
| 20110303035 | FINAL DRIVE FOR A WORK MACHINE - A final drive for a work machine includes a housing, a pinion gear, a first idler gear, a second idler gear, and a bull gear. The pinion gear is restrained within the housing. The first idler gear and the second idler gears are rotatably connected to the housing and positioned for engagement with the pinion gear. The bull gear is rotatably connected to the housing and positioned for engagement with the first idler gear and the second idler gear. The housing, the pinion gear, the first idler gear, and the second idler gear are configured to permit the pinion gear to float between the first idler gear, and the second idler to provide even sharing of the load from the pinion gear to the first idler gear and the second idler gear. | 12-15-2011 |
Richard Neville Knowles, Waterloo, IA US
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| 20100084225 | Secondary Brake For A Work Machine Including An Adjustable Ball Ramp Assembly - A brake for use in a work machine includes a friction disc, a ball ramp assembly, an actuator and an adjustment mechanism. The ball ramp assembly includes an inner plate, a center plate and an outer plate which are generally coaxially arranged relative to each other. The inner plate includes an outer axial face with a plurality of ball ramps, the center plate includes opposite axial faces which each have a plurality of ball ramps, and the outer plate includes an inner axial face with a plurality of ball ramps. A plurality of balls are respectively positioned within one of the plurality of balls ramps of the center plate, and also positioned within one of the ball ramps of a corresponding inner plate or outer plate. The actuator is coupled with the center plate for actuating the ball ramps. The adjustment mechanism is coupled with the inner plate or the outer plate for adjusting the ball ramp assembly relative to the friction disc. | 04-08-2010 |
Robert Knowles, Palm Beach Gardens, FL US
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| 20080250040 | System and method for managing online networking information - A method and data structures for obtaining, distributing, managing, and utilizing information, including online content and user biographical information, in an online networking system are presented. Profile data pointers that point to profile data structures and item data pointers that point to item data structures are employed to access users' views and media content in a manner that allows for viral copying of content throughout the system yet permits the system and content owners to maintain control over the content. Users' biographical information is developed based in part on users' behavior in the networking system, and is collected and aggregated in the respective data structures to support targeted advertising based on the data, and protection of users' personally identifying information. | 10-09-2008 |
Robert C. Knowles, Norfolk, VA US
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| 20120059388 | Method of placing a surgical mesh for a laparoscopic surgical procedure and an insertion tube to facilitate surgical mesh placement - A method of laparoscopically introducing a piece of surgical mesh into the abdominal cavity of a patient through a small incision. The mesh is tightly rolled after having traction sutures placed therein and being hydrated. The surgical mesh is pulled into a prelubricated insertion tube having been ligated adjacent its proximal end. A grasper is used to pull mesh into the tube. The tube/mesh is inserted into the abdominal cavity through a small incision. Once inside the abdomen, the insertion tube is split to release the surgical mesh that may then be used in the surgery. Also provided is an insertion tube having a thinned or otherwise weakened region extending along a longitudinal axis thereof. A ripcord extending along the insertion tube from its ligated, proximal end to beyond the distal end is utilized to spilt the insertion tube to facilitate freeing the surgical mesh from within. | 03-08-2012 |
Sandra L. Knowles, Cambridge, MA US
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| 20110195933 | PYRAZOLO[1,5-A]PYRIDINES AS MARK INHIBITORS - The invention encompasses pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine derivatives which selectively inhibit microtubule affinity regulating kinase (MARK) and are therefore useful for the treatment or prevention of Alzheimer's disease. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use are also included. | 08-11-2011 |
Sandra Lee Knowles, Boston, MA US
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| 20110245205 | AMINOPYRIMIDINES AS SYK INHIBITORS - The present invention provides novel pyrimidine amines of formula (I) which are potent inhibitors of spleen tyrosine kinase, and are useful in the treatment and prevention of diseases mediated by said enzyme, such as asthma, COPD and rheumatoid arthritis. | 10-06-2011 |
Shaun G. Knowles, Canton, MI US
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| 20090000896 | Integrated starter generator and input clutch assembly for hybrid electric vehicle - An apparatus for transmitting power to a transmission input includes first and second sources of rotary power, first and second transmission input shafts, a clutch hub driveably connected to the first and second power sources, and first and second clutches secured to the clutch hub, for alternately closing and opening a drive connection between the first and second transmission input shafts and the clutch hub. | 01-01-2009 |
| 20120073403 | Variable Lubricant Level in a Differential Sump - A system for lubricating a differential mechanism includes a housing containing a ring gear, a pinion meshing with the ring gear, a sump containing fluid, and a reservoir that receives fluid flung from the ring gear as the ring gear rotates through the sump fluid, and an orifice restricting the flow rate of fluid from the reservoir. | 03-29-2012 |
Shawn D. Knowles, Saint Francis, MN US
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| 20090156912 | IMPLANTABLE OPTICAL SENSOR AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURE - An implantable optical sensor and associated manufacturing method include a sensor housing having an inner surface and an outer surface and a window formed in the housing extending between the housing inner surface and the housing outer surface. An opto-electronic device enclosed within the housing and having a photonic surface is operatively positioned proximate the window for emitting light through the window or detecting light through the window. An optical coupling member is positioned between the opto-electronic device and the window for reducing light reflection at a surface within the implantable optical sensor. | 06-18-2009 |
| 20090156918 | IMPLANTABLE OPTICAL SENSOR AND METHOD FOR USE - An implantable medical device includes a hermetically sealed housing and a first light emitting diode (LED) enclosed within the housing configured to detect light corresponding to a selected light wavelength. A conductive element extends from the LED for carrying a current signal corresponding to the light detected by the LED, the intensity of the detected light being correlated to a change in a physiological condition in a body fluid volume or a tissue volume proximate the LED. | 06-18-2009 |
Shawn D. Knowles, St. Francis, MN US
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| 20080198530 | FILTERING CAPACITOR FEEDTHROUGH ASSEMBLY - A filtering capacitor feedthrough assembly for an implantable active medical device is disclosed. The filtering capacitor feedthrough assembly includes a capacitor having an aperture, the capacitor is electrically grounded to an electrically conductive feedthrough ferrule or housing of the implantable active medical device. A terminal pin extends into the aperture and an electrically conductive continuous coil is disposed within the aperture and between the terminal pin and the capacitor. The electrically conductive continuous coil mechanically secures and electrically couples the terminal pin to the capacitor. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20090128987 | FILTERING CAPACITOR FEEDTHROUGH ASSEMBLY - A filtering capacitor feedthrough assembly for an implantable active medical device is disclosed. The filtering capacitor feedthrough assembly includes a capacitor having an aperture, the capacitor is electrically grounded to an electrically conductive feedthrough ferrule or housing of the implantable active medical device. A terminal pin extends into the aperture and an electrically conductive continuous coil is disposed within the aperture and between the terminal pin and the capacitor. The electrically conductive continuous coil mechanically secures and electrically couples the terminal pin to the capacitor. | 05-21-2009 |
| 20100192355 | METHODS OF FORMING A FILTERING CAPACITOR FEEDTHROUGH ASSEMBLY - A method of forming a filtering capacitor feedthrough assembly for an implantable active medical device includes inserting a terminal pin into an aperture of a capacitor, the capacitor configured to be electrically grounded to an electrically conductive feedthrough ferrule or housing of the implantable active medical device, then disposing an electrically conductive continuous coil within the aperture between the terminal pin and the capacitor and then fixing the continuous coil to the terminal pin or the capacitor. The continuous coil includes an inner diameter defined by a plurality of coils, the terminal pin extending through the inner diameter of the continuous coil so that the plurality of coils circumferentially surround the terminal pin. The electrically conductive continuous coil mechanically secures and electrically couples the terminal pin to the capacitor. | 08-05-2010 |
Steve Knowles, Scottville, MI US
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| 20110095597 | Tire and Rim - A tire and rim combination includes a pair of circular rims with each of the rims including a radially extending flange member. The flange member can be releasably fit into the perimeter groove of the tire. | 04-28-2011 |
Steven M. Knowles, North Manchester, IN US
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| 20090183516 | INSPECTION PORT - A manifold gauge set has at least one sight glass window for viewing contents of a refrigeration system or an air conditioning system being serviced. The window may be non-planar to achieve an appearance that varies with the presence or absence of liquid. Such a non-planar window may be in the form of a dome, prism or a fresnel lens. The gauge set may have a second light transmissive window to allow light to illuminate system contents being viewed. A light source may be provided to illuminate system contents being viewed. The light source may provide light through the same window that is used for viewing contents. A diffuser may be provided with a second window to achieve an illuminated background for viewing system contents. Similar configurations may be used in standalone sight glasses, vacuum pumps, and recovery machines. | 07-23-2009 |
Stuart John Knowles, Walnut Creek, CA US
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| 20100072862 | Inertial sensor with dual cavity package and method of fabrication - Inertial sensor having a body with first and second cavities on opposite sides thereof, a sensing element in the first cavity, electronic circuitry in the second cavity, electrical conductors interconnecting the sensing element and the circuitry, and leads connected electrically to the circuitry and extending from the body for mounting the sensor and making connections with the circuitry. | 03-25-2010 |
| 20110010924 | Inertial sensor with dual cavity package and method of fabrication - Inertial sensor having a body with first and second cavities on opposite sides thereof, a sensing element in the first cavity, electronic circuitry in the second cavity, electrical conductors interconnecting the sensing element and the circuitry, and leads connected electrically to the circuitry and extending from the body for mounting the sensor and making connections with the circuitry. | 01-20-2011 |
Terence J. Knowles, Barrington, IL US
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| 20090312965 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SENSING LIQUID LEVELS - A system for detecting a presence of a liquid within a receptacle includes a sensor and a processor. The sensor includes a transmitting probe and a receiving probe positioned within the liquid receptacle. The transmitting probe includes a first transducer and the receiving probe includes a second transducer. The processor is in electrical communication with the first and second transducers and monitors the first and second transducers to determine the presence and level of the liquid within the liquid receptacle based on a time between generation of a first extensional wave by the first transducer and reception of a second extensional wave by the second transducer. | 12-17-2009 |
Terrence J. Knowles, Barrington, IL US
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| 20080198145 | ACOUSTIC WAVE TOUCH ACTUATED SYSTEM - A touch pad assembly includes a substrate and a plurality of acoustic wave switches positioned with respect to the substrate. Each of the plurality of acoustic wave switches includes a touch surface connected to an acoustic wave cavity and a transducer secured to the acoustic wave cavity. The plurality of acoustic wave switches are positioned to provide detection of sliding motion direction and rate between the plurality of acoustic wave switches. | 08-21-2008 |
| 20080202142 | System and Method for Detecting Ice - A system for detecting ice of a particular thickness includes a structure from which ice forms, and an ice detection assembly movably secured to the structure. The ice detection assembly includes a transducer operatively connected to a sensing medium. The transducer generates a trapped acoustic wave in the sensing medium, wherein ice of a particular thickness is detected when the ice that forms from the structure contacts the sensing medium and dampens the trapped acoustic wave within the sensing medium. | 08-28-2008 |
| 20100024543 | DISCRETE FLUID LEVEL SENSOR AND MOUNT - A level sensor for determining the presence or absence of a liquid in contact with the sensor includes an elongate probe, a transducer operably connected to the probe and configured to produce compressional waves in the probe, and circuitry for detecting acoustic energy emitted into the liquid when liquid is in contact with the probe. A mount for the releasably holding the sensor includes a base have a receiving region formed in part by a plurality of flexible securing fingers. The fingers have locking projections extending therefrom. A contact is mounted to the base and extends into the receiving region. A cartridge supports the level sensor and is received in the receiving region. The cartridge includes a circumferential recess for receiving the securing fingers. When the level sensor is positioned in the cartridge and the cartridge is inserted into the base, the level sensor is operably connected to the contact and the cartridge is resiliently secured in the base. | 02-04-2010 |
Thomas Knowles, Hermantown, MN US
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| 20100217234 | Catheter With Skived Tubular Member - An elongate shaft of a medical catheter including a thermoset polymeric tubular member including a skived distal portion. The skived distal portion includes a distally extending trough having a convex surface and a concave surface. A thermoplastic tubular sleeve may be positioned over at least a portion of the skived distal portion of the thermoset polymeric tubular member. In some instances, the thermoplastic tubular sleeve includes a crescent-shaped tubular portion defining a crescent-shaped lumen. The trough of the skived distal portion may extend through the crescent-shaped lumen. The thermoplastic tubular sleeve is thermally bonded to the inner and outer tubular members of a distal section of the elongate shaft at a guidewire port joint. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20120059336 | Catheter with Skived Tubular Member - An elongate shaft of a medical catheter including a thermoset polymeric tubular member including a skived distal portion. The skived distal portion includes a distally extending trough having a convex surface and a concave surface. A thermoplastic tubular sleeve may be positioned over at least a portion of the skived distal portion of the thermoset polymeric tubular member. In some instances, the thermoplastic tubular sleeve includes a crescent-shaped tubular portion defining a crescent-shaped lumen. The trough of the skived distal portion may extend through the crescent-shaped lumen. The thermoplastic tubular sleeve is thermally bonded to the inner and outer tubular members of a distal section of the elongate shaft at a guidewire port joint. | 03-08-2012 |
Thomas E. Knowles, Batavia, OH US
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| 20090293589 | Chemical Impairment Detection System and Method of Use to Reduce Circumvention - A chemical impairment detection system and method of use comprising a video surveillance system adapted to record a facial image of a tester, the video surveillance system having a camera with a lens having a field of view from which the camera views images and distinguishes whether those images have appropriate construction or contrast of light intensity. The invention further comprises a control and relay module having a proper view and position determiner adapted to determine whether the facial image of the tester is properly positioned within the field of view during a chemical impairment detection test, and a test prompter to alert the tester when to begin the chemical impairment detection test. The present invention further comprises a chemical impairment detection sampling device in operable communication with and responsive to the video surveillance system, the sampling device adapted to receive a chemical impairment detection test sample from the tester. | 12-03-2009 |
Thomas R. Knowles, Peachtree City, GA US
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| 20110040595 | REAL-TIME SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND DISPATCH SYSTEM - A real-time management and dispatch system includes a controller configured to control data flow and processing of management and dispatch operations. A database server is configured to control storage, organization, retrieval, and distribution of management and dispatch data. At least one workstation is configured for accessing dispatch functions and management functions. At least one Global Positioning System (GPS) enabled handheld device is configured to receive and transmit dispatch information over a local wireless communication network. The local wireless communication network provides real-time information transmission between the controller, at least one work station, and the at least one handheld device. | 02-17-2011 |
Vernon L. Knowles, Boise, ID US
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| 20100079897 | Storage Device With Pulsed Motor Torque - A system and method for overcoming adhesion between media and a surface of a storage device in contact with the media. A storage device comprises a media velocity detector and a media drive motor controller. The media velocity detector detects storage media velocity as torque is applied to a storage media. The media drive motor controller causes a media drive motor to apply acceleration torque to the storage media. If the media velocity detector detects no increase in media velocity as acceleration torque is applied to the storage media, then the media drive motor controller causes the media drive motor to apply a torque pulse to the storage media. | 04-01-2010 |
| 20100079907 | Tape Drive With Variable Wrap Reversal Location - A system and method for reducing tape wear in a magnetic tape system. A tape drive comprises a wrap reverse location controller. The wrap reverse location controller determines a magnetic tape reversal location. The tape drive reverses the direction of the magnetic tape at the reversal location. The wrap reverse location controller determines the tape reversal location by varying, relative to the tape heads, the longitudinal tape location at which tape direction reversals are performed at each end of the tape. | 04-01-2010 |
William Ralph Knowles, Hillsboro, OR US
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| 20100108881 | SCANNING TRANSMISSION ELECTRON MICROSCOPE USING GAS AMPLIFICATION - A scanning transmission electron microscope operated with the sample in a high pressure environment. A preferred detector uses gas amplification by converting either scattered or unscattered transmitted electrons to secondary electrons for efficient gas amplification. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20110031394 | HIGH PRESSURE CHARGED PARTICLE BEAM SYSTEM - The current invention includes methods and apparatuses for processing, that is, altering and imaging, a sample in a high pressure charged particle beam system. Embodiments of the invention include a cell in which the sample is positioned during high pressure charged particle beam processing. The cell reduces the amount of gas required for processing, thereby allowing rapid introduction, exhaustion, and switching between gases and between processing and imaging modes. Maintaining the processes gases within the cell protects the sample chamber and column from contact with the gases. In some embodiments, the temperature of the cell walls and the sample can be controlled. | 02-10-2011 |
William Ralph Knowles, Forest Grove, OR US
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| 20090242758 | MULTISTAGE GAS CASCADE AMPLIFIER - A novel detector for a charged particle beam system which includes multiple gas amplification stages. The stages are typically defined by conductors to which voltage are applied relative to the sample or to a previous stage. By creating cascades of secondary electrons in multiple stages, the gain can be increased without causing dielectric breakdown of the gas. | 10-01-2009 |
W. Jeffrey Knowles, Provo, UT US
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| 20090076876 | Method of Scheduling and Event Processing in Computer Operating System - A transaction process system ( | 03-19-2009 |
| 20090076935 | System and Method of Account Reconciliation for Electronic Transactions - A transaction process system ( | 03-19-2009 |
| 20090077131 | System and Method of Transferring Data Through Transaction Process - A transaction process system ( | 03-19-2009 |
| 20100088219 | System and Method of Currency Conversion in Financial Transaction Process - A transaction process system ( | 04-08-2010 |