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Brendan Xavier Louis, Tracy, CA US
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| 20110119155 | VERIFICATION OF PORTABLE CONSUMER DEVICES FOR 3-D SECURE SERVICES - Apparatuses, methods, and systems pertaining to the verification of portable consumer devices for 3-D Secure Systems are disclosed. In one implementation, a verification token is coupled to a computer by a USB connection so as to use the computer's networking facilities. The verification token reads identification information from a user's portable consumer device (e.g., credit card) and sends the information to a validation entry over a communications network using the computer's networking facilities. The validation entity applies one or more validation tests to the information that it receives from the verification token. If a selected number of tests are passed, the validation entity sends a 3-D Secure datum to the verification token. The verification token may enter the 3-D Secure datum into a hidden field of a Purchase Authentication Page appearing on the computer's display. | 05-19-2011 |
| 20120018506 | VERIFICATION OF PORTABLE CONSUMER DEVICE FOR 3-D SECURE SERVICES - Apparatuses, methods, and systems pertaining to the verification of portable consumer devices for 3-D Secure Systems are disclosed. In one implementation, a verification token is coupled to a computer by a USB connection so as to use the computer's networking facilities. The verification token reads identification information from a user's portable consumer device (e.g., credit card) and sends the information to a validation entry over a communications network using the computer's networking facilities. The validation entity applies one or more validation tests to the information that it receives from the verification token. If a selected number of tests are passed, the validation entity sends a 3-D Secure datum to the verification token. The verification token may enter the 3-D Secure datum into a hidden field of a Purchase Authentication Page appearing on the computer's display. | 01-26-2012 |
Chantal Louis, Alpharetta, GA US
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| 20100310804 | Polyphenyl sulfone ketone copolymers - A polymer comprising sulfone groups, ketone groups and optionally substituted polyarylene groups, wherein the number of moles of sulfone groups over the number of moles of ketone groups ratio is greater than 1. A process for making such polymer, a composition comprising such polymer, and articles made therefrom. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20110201775 | High purity diphenyl sulfone, preparation and use thereof for the preparation of a poly(aryletherketone) - The presence of certain impurities in diphenyl sulfone have a deleterious effect on the properties of the poly(aryletherketone)s produced therein, including one or more of color, melt stability, molecular weight, crystallinity, etc. and here identify those impurities and provide processes for the removal of such impurities. | 08-18-2011 |
| 20110213095 | Method for the manufacture of poly(aryl ether ketone)s in the presence of sodium carbonate - Sodium carbonate (Na | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110213115 | Process for preparing a poly(aryl ether ketone) using a high purity 4,4'-difluorobenzophenone - The present invention describes a process for preparing a poly(aryl ether ketone) by reacting a nucleophile with 4,4′-difluorobenzophenone (4,4′-DFBP) that is improved through the use of 4,4′-DFBP that meets one or more particular purity conditions. Also described are improved poly(aryl ether ketone) produced using the invention 4,4′-DFBP. Amounts of 2,4′-difluorobenzophenone (2,4′-DFBP), 4-monofluorobenzophenone (4-FBP), chlorine, and monochloromonofluorobenzophenone in 4,4′-DFBP are discussed. | 09-01-2011 |
| 20110224399 | Improved poly(aryletherketone)s and process for making them - Improved poly(aryletherketone)s with superior melt stability, lower gel content and lower color and a new process for their manufacture. | 09-15-2011 |
Chris Louis, Hanahan, SC US
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| 20090179091 | Fuel injector - A fuel injector includes a solenoid coil, which cooperates with an armature acted upon by a restoring spring, the armature forming an axially displaceable valve part together with a valve needle. A valve-closure member, which forms a sealing seat together with a valve-seat body, is provided on the valve needle. Furthermore, a reliable sealing of a thin-walled valve sleeve or of the magnetic coil exists that is made of a sealing body that is secured beneath the magnetic coil. The sealing body is tetragonal in cross-section, in particular, it has a trapezoid-like shape, and is put in between the magnetic coil and a valve housing. In its installed state, the sealing body is clamped and compressed. In its compressed state, the sealing body assumes an elliptical or egg-shaped cross-section. | 07-16-2009 |
Constance M. Louis, Encinitas, CA US
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| 20110128225 | Integrated computer art tool - The disclosed integrated computer art tool effectively combines a computer mouse and touchpad in one device that can function as either a mouse or touchpad. The device can also function in a third mode facilitated by a graphical user interface providing feedback to the user, so that both finger (fine) and arm (coarse) inputs can be made simultaneously. A retractable finger grip expands the user's finger range while securely holding the tool for arm input. | 06-02-2011 |
Constance Mae Louis, Encinitas, CA US
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| 20090000024 | DISPENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD, AND INJECTOR THEREFOR - The disclosed dispensing system, and method may be used in combination with a faucet in communication with a water supply via a water line, and includes a liquid dispensing device adapted to create a liquid such as liquid soap, and water mixture in the water line. The dispensing device may include an injector, and a soap container for the liquid soap or other. The system may provide for storage of liquid soap or other, and may also have the injector in line with the faucet water line. The injector may create strong vortices that effectively commingle the liquid soap or other liquid with water into a thoroughly mixed solution that is discharged at the faucet outlet. | 01-01-2009 |
James Louis, Chicago, IL US
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| 20110073001 | SELF-RIGHTING, TWO-WHEEL PIPE CRAWLER - An apparatus for transporting a payload along the inside of a substantially horizontal pipe, which apparatus includes a pair of spaced apart, vertically aligned, relationally pivotably connected, rollable pipe tracking contactors, wherein pivoting of one of the pipe tracking contactors in a first direction results in pivoting of the other pipe tracking contactor in a direction opposite to the first direction. The apparatus further includes a control system which is used to maintain the vertical alignment of the pipe tracking contactors and which includes a two-dimensional tilt sensor that provides information to a controller regarding the orientation of the apparatus. Using the information from the sensor, the controller is able to correct both the lateral position and the speed of the contactors to bring the apparatus back into vertical alignment. | 03-31-2011 |
| 20110303116 | SELF-ORIENTING, TWO-WHEEL PIPE CRAWLER - An apparatus for conveying a payload through a pipe having the ability to automatically self-stabilize and orient itself inside the pipe by controlling two pipe tracking contactors so as to maintain contact between the pipe tracking contactors and the pipe wall and maintain the apparatus in a functional orientation. The apparatus includes tilt sensor arrays for continuously monitoring the position of the apparatus with respect to the pipe wall, variable speed drive motors operably connected with the pipe contactors for rotating the contactors, tilt motors operably connected with the pipe tracking contactors to enable movement of the contactors between a non-functional orientation and a functional orientation, and a controller for controlling the motors based upon information provided by the tilt sensor arrays. | 12-15-2011 |
James L. Louis, Fort Collins, CO US
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| 20110107028 | Dynamically Expanding Storage Capacity of a Storage Volume - A storage system includes at least one storage device on which are provided data storage volumes and an extended storage volume. The data storage volumes include a first data storage volume that is implemented with a data protection mechanism, and a second data storage volume that is implemented without the data protection mechanism. Also, an extended storage volume is provided that is initially un-allocated to any of the data storage volumes. A controller dynamically allocates at least one portion of the extended storage volume to the particular data storage volume to dynamically expand storage capacity of the particular data storage volume. | 05-05-2011 |
Jean Ramy Louis, Bend, OR US
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| 20110316683 | Anti theft locking system - An anti theft locking system for the cargo carrying portion of a truck, trailer, shipping container, and/or railcar having at least one access door. The anti theft locking mechanism and associated signal processing means for locking the access door are all located entirely within the cargo carrying portion and cannot be accessed from outside. The locking mechanism can be locked in response to a coded locking signal generated from the exterior of the cargo carrying portion. The locking mechanism can be unlocked in response to a coded unlocking signal generated from a remote location. | 12-29-2011 |
Jeff Louis US
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| 20090265878 | FLOOR CLEANING DEVICE WITH MULTIPLE AGITATORS - An agitator arrangement for a floor cleaning machine is disclosed including various multi-agitator configurations or one agitator configuration with a plurality of brushes with bristle bundles for rotation of the brushes about an approximate vertical axis with a plurality of stationary downwardly projecting, bristle bundles arranged in at least one row approximately side by side with or without an offset. In particular, agitator assemblies having multiple brushes that rotate in approximately a horizontal and approximately a vertical axis or that rotate at different speeds and torque. Other configurations may include multi-row multiple vertical axis agitators. | 10-29-2009 |
Jeffery S. Louis, Akron, OH US
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| 20090320233 | FLOOR CARE APPLIANCE WITH A PLURALITY OF CLEANING MODES - A floor care appliance is provided for cleaning bare surfaces such as tile, marble, linoleum and wood. The floor care appliance is comprised of a base portion having a suction nozzle and a brush block having a plurality of vertical axis rotary agitators for cleaning bare floors. The rotary agitators are driven by an independent motor for agitating the floor surface. With the addition of an accessory hose and tools, the cleaning utility can be expanded to areas wherein the suction nozzle cannot normally reach such as behind the toilet, shower walls, and the grout between tile. While used in the capacity for cleaning bare floors, the floor care appliance can be moved between three modes by a rotating a member located on the upper housing. The first mode is dry mode, the second mode is wet scrub mode and the third mode is wet pickup mode. The accessory tools are stored in an accessory caddy that is placed freestanding over the suction nozzle and in front of the housing. | 12-31-2009 |
Jeffrey S. Louis, Akron, OH US
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| 20120066859 | RECOVERY TANK ASSEMBLY FOR AN EXTRACTOR CLEANING MACHINE - An extractor cleaning machine including a base or foot moveable along a surface to be cleaned, and a handle pivotally coupled to the foot and moveable between an upright storage position and an inclined operating position. The cleaning machine also includes a recovery tank insertable into a space between the foot and the handle. The handle is positioned directly over at least a portion of the recovery tank when the handle is in the upright storage position, and the recovery tank is removable from the space while the handle is in the upright storage position. | 03-22-2012 |
| 20120066861 | CONVERSION MECHANISM FOR SWITCHING EXTRACTOR CLEANING MACHINE FROM FLOOR CLEANING TO HOSE CLEANING - An extractor-type surface cleaning machine includes a base or foot having a suction nozzle and a handle that is pivotally coupled to the foot and moveable between upright and inclined positions. The recovery tank is removably securable to the foot and fluidly communicates with the suction nozzle and the accessory. The recovery tank defines a collection chamber and a passage having an inlet in communication with the suction nozzle and an outlet. A valve member is moveable between a closed position substantially covering the outlet and an open position. Movement of the handle to the upright position moves the valve member to the closed position to block the passage during cleaning with the accessory hose. Movement of the handle to the inclined position allows movement of the valve member to the open position so that suction from the collection chamber is communicated to the suction nozzle for floor cleaning. | 03-22-2012 |
Jeff S. Louis, Akron, OH US
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| 20090165822 | EXTRACTION CLEANING APPARATUS - An extraction cleaning apparatus includes separate cleaning tanks for water and detergent and optionally also for rinse agent. The apparatus is able to sense its direction of travel and/or rate of travel and to control the cleaning liquid composition and/or rate of its delivery onto the floor in accordance therewith. For example, the apparatus is able to dispense detergent at a higher rate when the forward rate of travel increases and to dispense only water and/or rinse agent in the reverse direction. | 07-02-2009 |
John Louis, Elyria, OH US
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| 20100018812 | Automatic Slack Adjuster Anchor Unit With A One-Way Clutch - An improved automatic slack adjuster for reducing slack in the brake of a vehicle, in which a one-way clutch assembly is arranged at a side of the automatic slack adjuster housing, and one-way motion-inhibiting pawls in the one-way clutch assembly act on one-way gear teeth disposed on an inner radius of a gear wheel within the assembly whose outer circumference drives a slack adjuster unit. The incorporation of the one-way clutch within the anchor unit of the adjuster provides an automatic slack adjuster which can be produced at a reduced cost, manufactured more easily, and provides for improved adjustment performance with much reduced dependence on the lubricity of grease used. | 01-28-2010 |
| 20100122878 | Self-Setting Automatic Slack Adjuster With Increased Durability - An improved self-adjusting automatic slack adjuster for reducing slack in the brake of a vehicle, in which a one-way clutch assembly is arranged in the housing of the automatic slack adjuster housing such that a thin-wall region of the housing associated with the gear drive of the one-way clutch assembly is located outside of a load path through which brake applications forces are conveyed from a brake actuator to a brake cam shaft upon which the automatic slack adjuster is located. The new positioning of the one-way clutch assembly drive results in unexpectedly lower stress levels in the automatic slack adjuster, resulting a more durable slack adjuster and permitting surprisingly large increases in slack adjuster capacity rating. | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100122879 | Automatic Slack Adjuster With Clutch Release Cam - An improved self-adjusting automatic slack adjuster for reducing slack in the brake of a vehicle is provided, in which an easily accessible external operating feature permits the automatic slack adjuster's one-way clutch assembly to be readily disengaged to allow smooth release and retraction of the brake shoes of a vehicle brake without damage to the one-way teeth of the clutch assembly. When the external feature is operated in a brake release direction, the motion of the feature is translated into a motion which axially displaces an output part of the one-way clutch away from an input part of the clutch a distance sufficient to disengage the parts' one-way teeth, thereby disengaging the one-way clutch to permit brake shoe retraction without resistance from the one-way clutch. | 05-20-2010 |
| 20100147636 | Automatic Slack Adjuster with Ball Detent Clutch - An improved self-adjusting automatic slack adjuster for reducing slack in the brake of a vehicle is provided, in which an easily accessible external operating feature actuates a ball detent clutch to permit the automatic slack adjuster's adjustment mechanism to be readily disengaged, so as to allow smooth release and retraction of the brake linings of a vehicle brake without damage to the adjustment mechanism's components. When the torque applied to the external feature exceeds a predetermined torque, the balls of the ball detent clutch move out of their retaining detents, thereby disengaging the slack adjuster's worm shaft from the adjustment mechanism and permitting brake shoe retraction without resistance from the adjustment mechanism. | 06-17-2010 |
John M. Louis, Elyria, OH US
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| 20120043175 | High Resolution One-Way Clutch with Graduated Saw-Tooth Engagement for an Automatic Slack Adjuster - An automatic slack adjuster one-way clutch includes a first part, which is rotatable about an axis in both a drive direction and a slip direction opposite to the drive direction, and a second part, which is driven about the axis by the first part only when the first part rotates in the drive direction. The second part is not driven by the first part when the first part rotates in the slip direction. Multiple movable teeth, carried by one of the parts, are displaceable axially relative to both of the parts and engage between teeth immovably fixed on the other of the parts. The first part may be either an input part or an output part of the clutch. | 02-23-2012 |
Marie Elena Louis, Candler, NC US
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| 20090211099 | RAZOR - This invention relates to a razor for reaching hard to reach areas on a body. A razor includes an extended handle, a head connected to the handle for shaving a desired area, and an applicator. The applicator cooperates with the head to provide a lubricant to the desired area and allow the head to efficiently shave the desired area. | 08-27-2009 |
Michael Louis, Boca Raton, FL US
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| 20100254698 | Antistatic Camera Lens Device - An article is detachably connected to a camera lens, the article containing an electrostatic material that moves dust and lint from the lens. | 10-07-2010 |
Peter Louis, Foster City, CA US
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| 20090048921 | User content in advertisements - A method, apparatus, and system of user content in advertisements are disclosed. In one embodiment, a method of advertising to a user includes receiving user content from the user, sending the user content to an ad unit, processing the user content (e.g., through applying a facial recognition algorithm to an image), incorporating the user content into an advertisement and displaying the advertisement (e.g., on a website) to the user. The method may further include storing the user content in a server. The method may further include generating the advertisement based on the processing of the user content. In another embodiment, a system for advertising to a user includes a server configured to receive user content from the user, and an ad unit configured to process the user content, incorporate the user content into an advertisement, and transmit the advertisement to the user. | 02-19-2009 |
Robert D. Louis, Turnersville, NJ US
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| 20080217130 | Self-contained luggage carrier system - A self-contained luggage carrier system uses a primary piece of luggage or suitcase with transporting wheels and a retractable handle. There is an opening at the bottom of the primary luggage which is configured to house a planar luggage support member. The opening can be formed internally of the luggage or by a separate luggage support housing connected to the bottom of the piece of luggage. The luggage support member comprises two components. One component is configured to be positioned within the opening and the second component is retractably insertable into the first component. When the first component is located within the opening, it is retained in position by tension spring members. The second component is then extended out from the first component in cantilevered fashion and additional pieces of luggage can be placed on the support member and easily transported with the primary piece of luggage. When the support member is no longer needed to carry additional items, the second component is retracted back into the first component, and the entire support member is removed from the opening and placed in a pocketed compartment conveniently located on the back of the primary. | 09-11-2008 |
| 20080308369 | Luggage transport system - A luggage transport system consists of a plurality of luggage or suitcase components, each with wheels and retractable handles, connected in a train or series. The connection between each luggage component is accomplished by unique luggage face to luggage face attachment. A support element is secured to and extends from the front faces of all but the last luggage component in the luggage train. The support element has insertion holes at its lower region and an interior groove at its upper region. The rear faces of all but the first luggage component in the luggage train have outwardly extended portions with downwardly extending peg members at their lower regions and transversely extended pocket sections at their upper regions. Connection is first made by inserting the peg members of the second luggage component in the train into the holes of the support element of the first luggage component in the train. The pocket section of the second luggage component is then inserted into the groove of the support element of the first luggage component to lock the two components together in face to face relationship. A third luggage component is secured to the second one in an identical manner. Additional luggage components can be similarly connected. A brace is positioned within each of the support elements to maintain the shape of the luggage component. | 12-18-2008 |
Robert St. Louis, Charlotte, NC US
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| 20100203465 | Led-Based Dental Exam Lamp - Disclosed herein is an improved dental operatory lamp having an LED light source that directs light to a reflector that in turn reflects the light to illuminate a treatment area. In one embodiment, the lamp is adapted for efficient transfer of heat from the light source and into the environment. In another embodiment, the lamp is adapted to generate a predetermined pattern of light optimal for the treatment area. In other embodiments, the lamp includes structural features that enable the lamp to maintain optimum light intensity and/or temperature. Also, disclosed herein are unique reflector embodiments that intentionally provide a generally smooth surface, without facets, that reflect light at all visible and infrared wavelengths. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20100266977 | ADJUSTABLE DENTAL WHIP ARM - A dental whip arm assembly that includes a whip arm base with a whip arm pivot point, a whip arm insert with a locking pin, and a whip arm that is pivotally connected to the whip arm base and includes a slot that receives the whip arm insert in a plurality of insert positions. The whip arm rotates about the whip arm pivot point through a range of motion defined at one end by a fully retracted position, at the other end by a fully extended position, and at least one operating position between the fully retracted and the fully extended position. Further included is a locking mechanism connected to the whip arm base that engages the locking pin, thereby locking the whip arm in the operating position with respect to the whip arm base. | 10-21-2010 |
Ronald Louis, Phoenix, AZ US
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| 20110084226 | FULL STRAIGHT-SHAFT SEALING BUTTERFLY VALVE - A straight shaft sealing valve assembly includes a valve body, a shaft, a valve element, and a seal element. The valve body has an inner surface that defines a flow channel. The shaft is rotationally mounted on the valve body and extends across the flow channel. The shaft includes a first seal opening and a second seal opening. The first and second seal openings are spaced apart from each other and extend through the shaft. The valve element is coupled to the shaft and is rotatable therewith, and has an outer periphery. The seal element is coupled to the valve element, extends from the outer periphery, and extends through the first and second seal openings. | 04-14-2011 |
Sharin Ann Louis, Mesa, AZ US
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| 20100330320 | Self-adhering resin applique and method - An embodiment to be applied to any hard surface to create a decorative appearance, comprising of a decorative and a flat bottom surface. The application method comprised of peeling the backing paper off of an adhesive-coated bottom surface of the embodiment, and pressing the rear surface of the embodiment toward a selected area of the surface to apply. Some advantages of the self-adhering decorative resin applique in lieu of what is currently available is its superior durability and flexibility over the traditional composition due to its nature of the unique material utilized and additionally their self-adhesive backing which makes them convenient and quick to apply. | 12-30-2010 |
William M. Louis, Encinitas, CA US
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| 20100108798 | TOWEL DISPENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD - The disclosed towel dispensing system and method may be used in combination with washstation having a washbasin and a cabinet disposed substantially below the washbasin or alternatively in a standalone manner. The towel dispensing system may include a towel dispenser capable of dispensing a towel in a cantilevered manner. A towel loading device supplies paper to a towel dispenser from at least one roll of paper and allows the paper rolls to be conveniently and securely stored and loaded. | 05-06-2010 |
| 20110128225 | Integrated computer art tool - The disclosed integrated computer art tool effectively combines a computer mouse and touchpad in one device that can function as either a mouse or touchpad. The device can also function in a third mode facilitated by a graphical user interface providing feedback to the user, so that both finger (fine) and arm (coarse) inputs can be made simultaneously. A retractable finger grip expands the user's finger range while securely holding the tool for arm input. | 06-02-2011 |
William Michael Louis, Encinitas, CA US
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| 20090000024 | DISPENSING SYSTEM AND METHOD, AND INJECTOR THEREFOR - The disclosed dispensing system, and method may be used in combination with a faucet in communication with a water supply via a water line, and includes a liquid dispensing device adapted to create a liquid such as liquid soap, and water mixture in the water line. The dispensing device may include an injector, and a soap container for the liquid soap or other. The system may provide for storage of liquid soap or other, and may also have the injector in line with the faucet water line. The injector may create strong vortices that effectively commingle the liquid soap or other liquid with water into a thoroughly mixed solution that is discharged at the faucet outlet. | 01-01-2009 |