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Brant L. Knudson, Rochester, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090204789DISTRIBUTING PARALLEL ALGORITHMS OF A PARALLEL APPLICATION AMONG COMPUTE NODES OF AN OPERATIONAL GROUP IN A PARALLEL COMPUTER - Methods, apparatus, and products for distributing parallel algorithms of a parallel application among compute nodes of an operational group in a parallel computer are disclosed that include establishing a hardware profile, the hardware profile describing thermal characteristics of each compute node in the operational group; establishing a hardware independent application profile, the application profile describing thermal characteristics of each parallel algorithm of the parallel application; and mapping, in dependence upon the hardware profile and application profile, each parallel algorithm of the parallel application to a compute node in the operational group.08-13-2009
20090271608Temperature Threshold Application Signal Trigger for Real-Time Relocation of Process - A method of managing a process relocation operation in a computing system is provided and includes determining respective operating temperatures of first, second and additional nodes of the system, where the first node has an elevated operating temperature and the second node has a normal operating temperature, notifying first and second kernels respectively associated with the first and second nodes, of a swapping condition, initially managing the first and second kernels to swap an application between the first and the second nodes while the swapping condition is in effect, and secondarily managing the first and second kernels to perform a barrier operation to end the swapping condition.10-29-2009
20110219208MULTI-PETASCALE HIGHLY EFFICIENT PARALLEL SUPERCOMPUTER - A Multi-Petascale Highly Efficient Parallel Supercomputer of 100 petaOPS-scale computing, at decreased cost, power and footprint, and that allows for a maximum packaging density of processing nodes from an interconnect point of view. The Supercomputer exploits technological advances in VLSI that enables a computing model where many processors can be integrated into a single Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Each ASIC computing node comprises a system-on-chip ASIC utilizing four or more processors integrated into one die, with each having full access to all system resources and enabling adaptive partitioning of the processors to functions such as compute or messaging I/O on an application by application basis, and preferably, enable adaptive partitioning of functions in accordance with various algorithmic phases within an application, or if I/O or other processors are underutilized, then can participate in computation or communication nodes are interconnected by a five dimensional torus network with DMA that optimally maximize the throughput of packet communications between nodes and minimize latency.09-08-2011
20120047393DYNAMICALLY REASSIGNING A CONNECTED NODE TO A BLOCK OF COMPUTE NODES FOR RE-LAUNCHING A FAILED JOB - Methods, systems, and products for dynamically reassigning a connected node to a block of compute nodes for re-launching a failed job that include: identifying that a job failed to execute on the block of compute nodes because connectivity failed between a compute node assigned as at least one of the connected nodes for the block of compute nodes and its supporting I/O node; and re-launching the job, including selecting an alternative connected node that is actively coupled for data communications with an active I/O node; and assigning the alternative connected node as the connected node for the block of compute nodes running the re-launched job.02-23-2012

Patent applications by Brant L. Knudson, Rochester, MN US

Brian J. Knudson, Chanhassen, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110010154SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING ANIMAL PRODUCTION - A system for generating an animal feed formulation based on utilization of nutrients received by an animal. The system includes a simulator engine configured to generate a set of animal requirements based on characteristics of an animal and to generate animal feed formulation input based at least in part on a projected nutrient utilization for the animal and the set of animal requirements. The system further includes a formulator engine configured to receive the animal feed formulation input and generate an optimized animal feed formulation based on the animal feed formulation input.01-13-2011

Patent applications by Brian J. Knudson, Chanhassen, MN US

Douglas Knudson, Olivia, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100294817PVC PRIMER AND GLUE CAN CADDY - The present invention is a PVC primer and glue can caddy for carrying and keeping together a can of PVC primer and a can of glue. The caddy has a horizontal base with two circular shaped indentures to accommodate the cans, a vertical stand with a handle and two slit shaped apertures. The caddy also has a strap with a hook portion and a loop portion that is slid through the slit apertures forming a closed loop attachment for the cans while placed in the circular indentures and a recessed screw is also provided for attaching the horizontal base to the vertical stand.11-25-2010

Edward A. Knudson, Annandale, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080298902ENVIRONMENT RESISTANT RETAINING WALL BLOCK AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to a retaining wall block that is resistant to damage and wear caused by the environment it is placed into. The deterioration resistant block is generally a hollowed frame or shell of a deterioration resistant material that is lightweight and is configured to accept and retain any type of filling material. The filling material provides weight and stability to the retaining wall block and also provides weight, stability and security to a retaining wall constructed of such blocks.12-04-2008

Edward Alan Knudson, Annandale, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20080310925ENVIRONMENT RESISTANT WALL PLANTER BLOCK AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to a retaining wall planter block that is resistant to damage and wear caused by the environment in which it is placed, but also accommodates the growth of desired vegetation. The planter block contains a fill material that is conducive to vegetation growth, and has apertures for the emerging vegetation. The deterioration resistant planter block is generally a hollowed frame or shell of a deterioration resistant material that is light-weight and is configured to accept and retain any type of organic filling material and seeds. The filling material provides weight and stability to the retaining wall planter block and also provides weight, stability and security to a retaining wall constructed of such planter blocks, as well as suitable growth medium for the vegetation.12-18-2008
20080310926ENVIRONMENT RESISTANT RETAINING WALL BLOCK AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to a retaining wall block that is resistant to damage and wear caused by the environment it is placed into. The deterioration resistant block is generally a hollowed frame or shell of a deterioration resistant material that is lightweight and is configured to accept and retain any type of filling material. The filling material provides weight and stability to the retaining wall block and also provides weight, stability and security to a retaining wall constructed of such blocks.12-18-2008
20090068406POLYMERIC OR COMPOSITE WALL AND SURFACE VENEERING PRODUCTS, SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to wall and surface veneering products and systems that provide a replica image of a natural surface, such as stone, brick or wood, and is easily installable due to its lightweight characteristics and securement design. The present invention further includes systems for attachment of the veneering product to walls or other surfaces and also includes systems for assembling such products to provide pleasing arrangements and complete wall coverage. The present invention also includes methods of manufacture, which ensures the natural appearance of stone or wood by imaging a natural surface, such as stone or wood, and preparing a mold from that image to mass produce a replica of that particular surface.03-12-2009
20110150579CONTINUOUS CHAMBER MASS CONFINEMENT CELLS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - The present invention relates to mass confinement cells that may be used in retaining walls and earth retention systems that has a natural earthen appearance or other aesthetic design and is resistant to damage and wear caused by the environment. The mass confinement cells are generally light-weight and include a continuous chamber that at least partially aligns with confinement cells positioned above and below, thereby allowing the intermingling of fill material between adjacent cells. The mass confinement cells are capable of accepting and retaining any type of filling material. The filling material provides weight, stability and security to a retaining wall constructed of such mass confinement cells.06-23-2011
20110182674LANDSCAPING PRODUCTS INCLUDING CONTINUOUS CHAMBER MASS CONFINEMENT CELLS AND METHODS OF USE THEROF - The present invention relates to environment resistant landscaping products, such as retaining wall and earth retention products, edgers, paving stones and the like, that provide a natural earthen appearance, such as rock, stone, sand, soil, clay, wood, trees and foliage, water, or any other natural earthen appearance. The present invention also includes a mass confinement cell that may be used in retaining walls and earth retention systems that has a natural earthen appearance and is resistant to damage and wear caused by the environment. The mass confinement cells are generally light-weight and include a continuous chamber that at least partially aligns with confinement cells positioned above and below, thereby allowing the intermingling of fill material between adjacent cells. The mass confinement cells are capable of accepting and retaining any type of filling material. The filling material provides weight, stability and security to a retaining wall constructed of such mass confinement cells.07-28-2011

Patent applications by Edward Alan Knudson, Annandale, MN US

John C. Knudson, Edina, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090082722REMOTE NAVIGATION ADVANCER DEVICES AND METHODS OF USE - Various systems for advancing medical devices within a subject's body are provided that configured to engage the outer surface of the medical device at a number of points about the circumference of the medical device, to thereby grip the medical device for enabling advancement of the device. The advancing systems include engaging portions configured to engage the outer surface of a medical device at a number of points about the circumference of the medical device. The engaging portions preferably engage opposing sides of the medical device's outer surface over a predetermined longitudinal length, to clamp against a longitudinal portion of the medical device that provides improved surface contact with the medical device over conventional roller guides. Various methods for performing medical procedures utilizing various medical devices and advancer systems are also provided.03-26-2009

Orlin B. Knudson, St. Paul, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100051502CARRIER HAVING INTEGRAL DETECTION AND MEASUREMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PARAMETERS - A carrier includes an enclosure for storing articles sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD) and a replacement component that is affixed to the enclosure as an integral component of the carrier. The replacement component includes a housing that provides an enclosure for a device having a sensor for sensing one or more environmental parameters. At least one of the sensed environmental parameters is an ESD parameter.03-04-2010
20100051692DETECTION AND TRACKING OF ENVIRONMENTAL PARAMETERS - A system includes a plurality of carriers for storing articles sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD), wherein each of the plurality of carriers includes a device having a sensor to sense one or more environmental parameters. At least one of the environmental parameters comprises an ESD parameter. The system also includes a plurality of radio frequency (RF) receiving devices and a coordinator unit to which the RF receiving devices communicate according to a wireless networking standard. The RF receiving devices are configured to obtain data associated with the sensed environmental parameters from the devices of the plurality of carriers via wireless communications according to the wireless networking standard. The plurality of RF receiving devices route the data obtained from the devices of the plurality of carriers to the coordinator unit.03-04-2010

Orlin B. Knudson, Vadnais Heights, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110148586HYGIENE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Hygiene monitoring systems and methods are described herein. In various embodiments, the systems and methods may be used to monitor cleaning events (e.g., hand washing events, equipment sanitation events, etc.).06-23-2011
20110153349HEALTH CARE DELIVERY MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Health care delivery monitoring systems and methods are described herein. The systems and methods may be used to monitor the delivery of health care bundles to one or more patients. The systems and methods may communicate with a health care worker delivering a health care bundle to provide selected information to the health care worker such as, e.g., one or more instructions regarding delivery of the health care bundle. In addition, the systems and methods described herein may further include the collection of compliance data to provide feedback regarding compliance with health care delivery protocols established within a health care facility.06-23-2011

Zachary R. Knudson, Rochester, MN US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120130784PROMOTING GROUP DEALS ON THE INTERNET - A system and method of promoting group deals on the Internet, which includes providing an Internet-based platform, the platform including a step for individuals to join, wherein individuals who join are designated as members of the Internet-based platform. The system also provides a step for members to invite merchants to join the platform and to offer deals on the platform. Members receive awards for influencing members to join as well as for influencing other members to purchase deals.05-24-2012