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20120161626 | LED LAMP WITH HIGH COLOR RENDERING INDEX - An LED lamp with a high color rendering index (CRI) is disclosed. Example embodiments of the invention provide an LED lamp with a relatively high color rendering index (CRI). In some embodiments, the lamp has other advantageous characteristics, such as good angular uniformity. In some embodiments, the LED lamp is sized and shaped as a replacement for a standard incandescent bulb, and includes an LED assembly with at least first and second LEDs operable to emit light of two different colors. In some embodiments, the lamp can emit light with a color rendering index (CRI) of at least 90 without remote wavelength conversion. In some embodiments, the LED lamp conforms some, most, or all of the product requirements for a 60-watt incandescent replacement for the L prize. | 06-28-2012 |
20120268930 | OPTICAL ARRANGEMENT FOR A SOLID-STATE LAMP - An optical arrangement for a solid-state lamp is disclosed. A highly reflective secondary reflector is located adjacent to but not in contact with an optical element. In some embodiments, the reflector presents a white, diffuse reflective surface. A secondary reflector with a specular reflective surface can also be used. The secondary reflector can be made of various commercially available materials; for example, MCPET or polycarbide resin, and the arrangement can be used with an LED light source. In some example embodiments, the optical element and the highly reflective secondary reflector each have a plurality of lobes and the arrangement is suitable for an MR16 halogen lamp replacement. In other example embodiments, the highly reflective secondary reflector includes a plurality of recesses corresponding to a plurality of optical elements, and the arrangement is suitable for a PAR incandescent bulb replacement. | 10-25-2012 |
20120327665 | Solid State Retroreflective Directional Lamp - A solid state directional lamp is disclosed. The lamp comprises a reflector defining a geometric curve, a reflective surface that is separable from the reflector defining the geometric curve, and a solid state light emitter. The solid state light emitter is positioned to direct light rays towards the reflector defining the geometric curve and to direct light rays towards the reflective surface. The reflective surface is configured to direct light rays from the solid state light emitter into the geometric curve. The geometric curve is configured to reflect light rays received from the solid state light emitter away from the lamp and is configured to reflect light rays received form the reflective surface away from the lamp. | 12-27-2012 |
20130003363 | REVERSE TOTAL INTERNAL REFLECTION FEATURES IN LINEAR PROFILE FOR LIGHTING APPLICATIONS - An elongated lens profile having reverse total internal reflection (TIR) features that improve light extraction when the lens is used in conjunction with a plurality of light emitters. Solid state light emitters, such as LEDs, are arranged proximate to the elongated lens along a longitudinal axis of the lens body. The emitters, which may be grouped in clusters, emit toward a receiving surface of the lens. The receiving surface includes a plurality of reverse TIR features, also disposed along the longitudinal axis. These features may be defined by a series of recessed areas spaced along the longitudinal axis to correspond with the light emitters which can protrude into the negative space created by the recessed features. The recessed features may have more than one shape. The reverse TIR features improve light output uniformity, reducing hot spots along the lens, and improve output efficiency. | 01-03-2013 |
20130021777 | LIGHT FIXTURE WITH COEXTRUDED COMPONENTS - A light fixture with coextruded components is disclosed. Embodiments of the present invention provide a solid-state light fixture suitable for use in commercial environments. A light fixture according to example embodiments of the invention includes an LED light source and a coextruded optical assembly. In some embodiments, the reflector portion of the assembly includes a thin skin of reflective material. In some embodiments, the assembly includes an interlocking mechanical interface between the reflector and lens portions of the assembly. In some embodiments, the lens portion of the assembly includes two lens plates. In some embodiments, a longer fixture can be assembled by using two, coextruded portions of an optical assembly, where these portions are adapted to be joined end-to-end. Reinforcing members can be used in the reflector and lens assembly. | 01-24-2013 |
20130057141 | LIGHTING DEVICE - A lighting device comprising a solid state light emitter and a light mixing element, in which at least ten of light emitted by the emitter that enters the mixing element is reflected within the mixing element, and the mixing element is not larger than 16 mm. Also, a lighting device comprising an emitter and a mixing element comprising first and second regions. Also, a lighting device comprising a light emitter and a mixing element, in which a light exit region of the mixing element has a surface area between about 50% to about 300% of a surface area of a light entrance region of the mixing element. Also, a lighting device comprising a light emitter, a mixing element and a light output shaping element which defines an exit aperture having a dimension that is at least three times a largest dimension of the first light mixing element. | 03-07-2013 |
20130134456 | OPTICAL ARRANGEMENT FOR A SOLID-STATE LIGHTING SYTEM - An optical arrangement and a solid-state lighting system comprise an optical element having at least one lens where the lens has a faceted surface defining a plurality of facets. An LED light source comprises a plurality of LED chips and is arranged relative to the faceted surface such that the plurality of facets are disposed asymmetrically relative to the plurality of chips such that mixing of light from the plurality of LED chips occurs via the surface. | 05-30-2013 |
20130176721 | LIGHT FIXTURE WITH TEXTURED REFLECTOR - A light fixture with a textured reflector is disclosed. Embodiments of the present invention provide for a lighting system in which LEDs face, and the majority of light form the LED light source is incident on, a textured back reflector while producing minimal glare and minimal imaging of the light source. Such a reflector may be referred to as a retro-reflector. The reflector for the light fixture can be made from a relatively inexpensive material such as polycarbonate, which without texturing has a specular or semi-specular surface. Further, a diffuse white layer to provide color mixing or prevent glare and reflections is not needed. The textured reflector can be textured by way of an imprinted pattern or by roughening, and can be extruded. A prismatic texture may be used. The texturing can also be spatially varied. | 07-11-2013 |
20130201679 | LIGHTING DEVICE AND METHOD OF INSTALLING LIGHT EMITTER - A lighting device comprising a junction box, a trim element and a solid state light emitter, at least a portion of a space defined by regions of the trim element within a space defined by regions of the junction box, the light emitter within the trim element space. A lighting device comprising a trim element (with at least two regions) and a solid state light emitter, in which at least a first part of the first region can be positioned in a first space with the second region outside the first space, the light emitter within the first part. A lighting device, comprising a trim element (which comprises at least two regions), part of an exterior of which defines a first space, at least a first part of the first region within the first space, a solid state light emitter within the first part. Methods of installing a light emitter. | 08-08-2013 |
20130265750 | LIGHTING DEVICE AND METHOD OF INSTALLING LIGHT EMITTER - A lighting device configured to be held relative to a space extending from an opening in a first surface. A distance between first and second emitters and/or a dimension of a lens is/are larger than a largest dimension of the opening and/or a largest dimension of a power supply. Also, a bracket comprising a body member and at least two mounting clips, the body member configured to be attached to a lighting device, each mounting clip pivotable about respective pivot axes at least from a first position, where a first end region of the clip does not extend farther from an axis of the body member than all portions of the body member, to a second position, where the first end region of the clip extends farther from the axis of the body member than all portions of the body member. Also, a lighting device comprising a removable bracket. | 10-10-2013 |
20130265760 | VARIABLE BEAM ANGLE DIRECTIONAL LIGHTING FIXTURE ASSEMBLY - A directional lighting fixture having a variable beam angle that is easily adjusted. One or more lighting sources are disposed within a fixture housing. A removable cover is disposed over the open end of the housing. The cover comprises a micro lens structure that defines the beam angle of the light that is emitted from the fixture. The removable cover, or in some configurations portions of the cover, can be easily replaced by the end user to achieve a desired beam angle. | 10-10-2013 |
20140078727 | LED RETROFIT LENS FOR FLUORESCENT TUBE - Light fixtures having light bar elements therein. In order to mimic the size and appearance of fluorescent bulbs in existing troffer-style and surface-mount fixtures, LEDs are may be arranged on light bars with integrated lenses to both diffuse the light and shape the output beam. One or more LEDs can be mounted, sometimes in clusters, along the length of a base of the light bar which can then be inserted into a fixture. An elongated lens is mounted to the base over the LEDs so that light emitted from the LEDs interacts with the lens before it escapes the fixture. These elongated lenses may be extruded from a diffusive material, for example, and can be shaped in various ways. For example, the lenses may be shaped to disperse more light to the sides, i.e., in a direction away from a normal axis that is perpendicular to the base. | 03-20-2014 |
20140268692 | DOOR FRAME TROFFER - An indirect troffer. Embodiments of the present invention provide a troffer-style fixture that is particularly well-suited for use with solid state light sources, such as LEDs. The troffer comprises light bars mounted proximate to a back reflector. A back reflector defines a reflective interior surface of the lighting troffer. To facilitate thermal dissipation, the light bar can act as a heat sink. A portion of the heat sink is exposed to the ambient room environment while another portion functions as a mount surface for the light sources that faces the back reflector. One or more light sources disposed along the light bar mount surface emit light into an interior cavity where it can be mixed and/or shaped prior to emission. In some embodiments, one or more lens plates extend from the light bar out to the back reflector. | 09-18-2014 |
20140268721 | LINEAR SOLID STATE LIGHTING FIXTURE WITH ASYMMETRIC DISTRIBUTION - A linear solid state lighting fixture with asymmetric distribution. The fixture comprises an elongated back reflector along the longitudinal direction of the fixture. At least one light source is arranged to emit toward the back reflector. The source(s) are mounted to a heat sink structure such that at least a portion of light emitted from the source(s) first impinges on the back reflector which redirects at least a portion of the light toward an exit lens. The exit lens interacts with the light as it is emitted from the fixture. Both the shape of the individual fixture elements (e.g., the back reflector and the exit lens) and the arrangement of these elements provide an asymmetrical light output distribution. Various mount mechanisms may be used to attach the fixture to a surface such as a ceiling or a wall, or the fixture may be suspended from a in a pendant configuration. | 09-18-2014 |
20150029709 | Reverse Total Internal Reflection Features In Linear Profile For Lighting Applications - An elongated lens profile having reverse total internal reflection (TIR) features that improve light extraction when the lens is used in conjunction with a plurality of light emitters. Solid state light emitters, such as LEDs, are arranged proximate to the elongated lens along a longitudinal axis of the lens body. The emitters, which may be grouped in clusters, emit toward a receiving surface of the lens. The receiving surface includes a plurality of reverse TIR features, also disposed along the longitudinal axis. These features may be defined by a series of recessed areas spaced along the longitudinal axis to correspond with the light emitters which can protrude into the negative space created by the recessed features. The recessed features may have more than one shape. The reverse TIR features improve light output uniformity, reducing hot spots along the lens, and improve output efficiency. | 01-29-2015 |
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20100010088 | Compositions and Methods for Prevention and Treatment of Mammalian Diseases - The present invention discloses processes of making a polyunsaturated fatty acid compositions, and compositions thereof. Thus, one method of making a polyunsaturated fatty acid compositions comprises at least 8% polyunsaturated fatty acids, the process comprising extracting the fatty acids from a microalgae, wherein the fatty acids can be (a) GLA in an amount of 1% to 10% of total fatty acids; (b) SDA in an amount of 5% to 50% of total fatty acids; (c) EPA in an amount of 2% to 30% of total fatty acids, and (d) DHA in an amount of 2% to 30% of total fatty acids, wherein a polyunsaturated fatty acid composition is produced comprising at least 8% polyunsaturated fatty acids. Additional processes of making polyunsaturated fatty acid compositions, animal feed additives, and animal products are disclosed and the compositions, feed additives and products thereof. | 01-14-2010 |
20100099765 | COMPOSITIONS, METHODS, AND KITS FOR POLYUNSATURATED FATTY ACIDS FROM MICROALGAE - The present invention provides compositions, methods, and kits comprising PUFAs produced by microalgae, in particular omega-3 and/or omega-6 fatty acids produced by members of the genus | 04-22-2010 |
20130157344 | METHOD FOR PRODUCING OIL-RICH MICROALGAE AS FEEDSTOCK FOR BIODIESEL PRODUCTION - A process for production of oil-rich microalgae is disclosed, which includes methods for cultivating strains of | 06-20-2013 |
20130189749 | Compositions, Methods, and Kits for Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids from Microalgae - The present invention provides compositions, methods, and kits comprising PUFAs produced by microalgae, in particular omega-3 and/or omega-6 fatty acids produced by members of the genus | 07-25-2013 |
20130205450 | CULTIVATION OF PHOTOSYNTHETIC ORGANISMS - One aspect of the invention features a photobioreactor including at least one plate held in a frame and having a substantially flat surface, a collection tank for holding photysynthetic culture materials, a tunnel positioned at one end of the plate and arranged to conduct culture materials from the plate to the collection tank, and a pump configured to transfer culture materials from the collection tank back to the surface of the plate. In some instances, the plate is supported in a substantially horizontal orientation. In some implementations, the surface of the plate is water resistant. | 08-08-2013 |
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20090022264 | STATIONARY X-RAY DIGITAL BREAST TOMOSYNTHESIS SYSTEMS AND RELATED METHODS - Stationary x-ray digital breast tomosynthesis systems and related methods are disclosed. According to one aspect, the subject matter described herein can include an x-ray tomosynthesis system having a plurality of stationary field emission x-ray sources configured to irradiate a location for positioning an object to be imaged with x-ray beams to generate projection images of the object. An x-ray detector can be configured to detect the projection images of the object. A projection image reconstruction function can be configured to reconstruct tomography images of the object based on the projection images of the object. | 01-22-2009 |
20100239064 | Methods, systems, and computer program products for multiplexing computed tomography - Methods, systems, and computer program products for multiplexing computed tomography are disclosed. According to one aspect, the subject matter described herein can include illuminating an object with a plurality of x-ray beams from a plurality of viewing angles, wherein each x-ray beam has a distinct waveform; detecting the x-ray intensities of the plurality of pulsed x-ray beams as a function of time, and extracting individual projection image data from the detected x-ray intensities based on the distinct waveforms of the x-ray beams for combining the projection image data to generate three-dimensional tomographic image data of the object. | 09-23-2010 |
20120057678 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TEMPORAL MULTIPLEXING X-RAY IMAGING - The present subject matter relates to systems and methods for temporal multiplexing x-ray imaging of dynamic objects with high temporal resolution and fast imaging speed. A pulsed x-ray beam can irradiate an object undergoing a range of motion such as a cyclic motion. Multiple x-ray images can be acquired at different phases within a single motion cycle or range of the object. The multiple x-ray images can be demultiplexed to produce an individual phase image. Compared to sequential imaging, temporal multiplexing x-ray imaging can achieve high temporal resolution of dynamics object in multiple phases with imaging time comparable to that of a single phase. Temporal multiplexing x-ray imaging can thus be applied to a wide variety of applications, including biomedical imaging and industrial non-destructive testing. | 03-08-2012 |
20130170611 | HIGH SPEED, SMALL FOOTPRINT X-RAY TOMOGRAPHY INSPECTION SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS - The present subject matter relates to inspection systems, devices and methods for x-ray inspection of objects. A conveyor can move an object to be inspected through an inspection zone along a direction of travel, one or more multibeam x-ray source arrays can provide multiple collimated x-ray beams through the inspection zone along a direction substantially perpendicular to the direction of travel, and one or more x-ray detector arrays can detect x-ray beams passing through the inspection zone from the x-ray source array. X-ray signals detected by the x-ray detector array can be recorded to form multiple x-ray projection images of the object, and the multiple x-ray projection images can be processed into three-dimensional tomographic images of the object. | 07-04-2013 |
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20100322911 | USE OF MICROWAVE IRRADIATION FOR DELIVERY OF MACROMOLECULES - The present invention is directed to methods of delivering macromolecules to a target cell or tissue by microwave irradiation. A target cell or tissue is exposed to one or more macromolecules to be delivered into the desired cell or tissue and irradiated with microwave radiation. The strength or power of the microwave radiation is such that the macromolecules are delivered into the target cell or tissue. Preferably, the strength of the microwave radiation does not significantly impact cell viability in a negative manner (e.g., apoptosis). | 12-23-2010 |
20110130455 | Nitrate Esters and Their Use For The Treatment of Muscle and Muscle Related Diseases - Alkyl nitrate ester compounds are provided for the delivery of nitric oxide to targeted muscle tissues, and in particular, to normal and dystrophic muscles. In one aspect, nitrate ester compounds are provided having the following formula: | 06-02-2011 |
20120202752 | Antisense Oligonucleotides - Embodiments of the present invention are directed generally to antisense compounds and compositions for the treatment of muscular dystrophy, and in particular, Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). In one embodiment, the invention is directed to antisense oligonucleotide molecules, pharmaceutical compositions and formulations comprising antisense oligonucleotide molecules, and methods of treating muscular dystrophy related diseases and disorders wherein the antisense oligonucleotide molecules comprises a base sequence selected from the group consisting of SEQ ID NO: 5-8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 24, 27, 28, 34, 35, 37, 40, 42, 44-46, 79, 97, 100, 101, and 116, and combinations thereof. | 08-09-2012 |
20120309825 | Nitrate Esters And Their Use For The Treatment Of Muscle And Muscle Related Diseases - Alkyl nitrate ester compounds are provided for the delivery of nitric oxide to targeted muscle tissues, and in particular, to normal and dystrophic muscles. In one aspect, nitrate ester compounds are provided having the following formula: | 12-06-2012 |
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20090136943 | METHOD OF DETECTING CANCER USING DELTA-CATENIN - The present invention provides a method for detecting or screening for the presence of cancer in a subject. The method comprises obtaining, providing or collecting a tissue or fluid sample (such as a urine sample) from said subject, and then determining the presence or absence of delta-catenin in said sample, or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample as compared to a normal or control subject. The presence of delta-catenin in said sample, or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample, indicating said subject is afflicted with or at least at risk of developing cancer. | 05-28-2009 |
20110236890 | METHOD OF SCREENING FOR CANCER BY DETECTING MUTATIONS IN THE DELTA-CATENIN GENE PROMOTER AND 5'-UNTRANSLATED REGION - A method for screening for risk of cancer in a subject is carried out by detecting the presence or absence of at least one mutation in the delta-catenin gene promoter or 5′ untranslated region in a biological sample from said subject, the presence of such mutation or an increased frequency of mutation indicating said subject is afflicted with or at least at risk of developing cancer. | 09-29-2011 |
20120100998 | METHOD OF DETECTING CANCER USING DELTA-CATENIN - The present invention provides a method for detecting or screening for the presence of cancer in a subject. The method comprises obtaining, providing or collecting a tissue or fluid sample (such as a urine sample) from said subject, and then determining the presence or absence of delta-catenin in said sample, or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample as compared to a normal or control subject. The presence of delta-catenin in said sample, or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample, indicating said subject is afflicted with or at least at risk of developing cancer. | 04-26-2012 |
20140051081 | METHOD OF SCREENING FOR CANCER BY DETECTING MUTATIONS IN THE DELTA-CATENIN CODING REGION - Aspects of the present invention provide methods such as screening for risk of cancer, detecting cancer and/or determining treatment for cancer in a subject including detecting the presence or absence of at least one mutation in the delta-catenin coding region. Aspects of the present invention also provide kits for carrying out the methods described herein. | 02-20-2014 |
20150192586 | Method of Detecting Cancer Using Delta-Catenin - The present invention provides a method for detecting or screening for the presence of cancer in a subject. The method comprises obtaining, providing or collecting a tissue or fluid sample (such as a urine sample) from said subject, and then determining the presence or absence of delta-catenin in said sample, or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample as compared to a normal or control subject. The presence of delta-catenin in said sample, or increased levels of delta-catenin in said sample, indicating said subject is afflicted with or at least at risk of developing cancer. | 07-09-2015 |