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Andrew Morton Milburn, New Paltz, NY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090077170System, Architecture and Method for Real-Time Collaborative Viewing and Modifying of Multimedia - A system, architecture and method for real-time viewing and collaborative modification of data is disclosed. The platform utilizes pointers to quickly and efficiently render data at a user location. A mechanism for viewing and disseminating modifications in real-time is disclosed.03-19-2009

Claire Milburn, Thousand Oaks, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090018116Therapeutic Compounds - Compounds of formula I or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof:01-15-2009
20090181968Novel 3-Bicyclocarbonylaminopyridine-2-Carboxamides or 3-Bicyclocarbonylaminopyrazine-2-Carboxamides - The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) [Chemical formula should be inserted here. Please see paper copy] as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts and pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds are prepared or thereof: wherein, A07-16-2009

Daniel S. Milburn, Cary, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110289046Systems and Methods for Archiving Business Objects - The invention relates to systems and methods for archiving business objects, particularly unstructured information from email and journaling agents and file systems. The systems and methods include a remotely installed archiving agent on a target server connected via VPN to a source system at a client location. The target servers are located at a remote Tier IV, SAS70 certified data center that is staffed by operators monitoring the archive process. The systems and methods include the movement of data from individual target servers to individual SQL servers to a data warehouse which provides support for a web portal. This web portal allows for enhanced search capabilities across different file types of archived business objects.11-24-2011

David E. Milburn, Highland, MI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20130076902ROBOTICALLY OPERATED VEHICLE CHARGING STATION - A robotic charging station for charging a battery of an electric vehicle includes a base plate, a riser coupled with the base plate and extending substantially transverse to the base plate, and a robotic arm. The robotic arm extends from the riser and supports an end effector. The end effector includes a plurality of electrical contacts configured to couple with a receptacle disposed on the electric vehicle. The robotic arm is configured to move the end effector in three degrees of motion.03-28-2013

Greg Milburn, Fort Collins, CO US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090257481IDENTIFICATION OF BOARD CONNECTIONS FOR DIFFERENTIAL RECEIVERS - Embodiments of the invention include testing arrangements for detecting proper DC-coupled board connections on the input legs of a differential receiver. The testing implementation includes a first test receiver AC-coupled to the connection between the first input/output (I/O) pad and the differential receiver positive input and/or a second test receiver coupled to the connection between the second I/O pad and the differential receiver negative input. The test receiver protects the test receiver input from DC voltages applied to the differential receiver via the differential receiver input. Also, the test receiver includes a high-pass filter arrangement that generates data capable of detecting whether the I/O pad connected to the test receiver has a proper DC-coupled connection or an improper connection when presented with a stimulus pulse. The test receiver is less susceptible to noise because than conventional arrangements that use a low-pass RC filter.10-15-2009

James Milburn, Irvine, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20130092012BRAIDING MECHANISM AND METHODS OF USE - A device and method for forming a tubular braid comprising a plurality of filaments. The braiding machine comprises a disc with a mandrel extending from the center in a perpendicular direction and a plurality of catch mechanisms arranged circumferentially around the edge of the disc. A plurality of filaments are temporarily affixed to the mandrel, each filament extending from the mandrel toward the edge of the disc and engaging the edge of the disc at a discrete point of engagement. The plurality of catch mechanisms are attached to actuators adapted to move the catch mechanisms in a generally radial direction relative to the edge of the disc to allow the catch mechanism to engage a subset of the filaments and move the engaged filaments beyond the circumferential edge of the disc.04-18-2013

James A. Milburn, Irvine, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20130092013BRAIDING MECHANISM AND METHODS OF USE - Devices and methods for forming a tubular braid comprising a plurality of filaments. The braiding machine includes a circular array of filament guiding members defining a plane; a mandrel defining an axis and adapted to carry one or more filaments extending from the mandrel to the circular array; a plurality of filaments extending from the mandrel in a radial array; a plurality of actuator mechanisms disposed operably about the disc; and a rotating mechanism adapted to rotate one or more filaments. The actuator mechanisms and rotating mechanism are configured to move each of the one or more filaments about the mandrel axis in a path comprising a series of arcs and radial movements. The braiding machine may alternately first and second annular members, a mandrel, first and second plurality of tubular wire guides, and a plurality of wires extending from the mandrel.04-18-2013

John Milburn, Georgetown, TX US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090096469Determining Key Resistance Values - A system for determining a correct resistor key value for a vehicle equipped with a theft deterrent system includes a test key having two electrical contacts positioned to engage respective contacts of a vehicle theft deterrent system when the test key is inserted into a vehicle ignition key receptacle, and a scanner connected to the electrical contacts of the test key. The scanner includes a controller configured to sequentially apply a series of discrete, fixed electrical resistance values across the key contacts while the key is inserted in the receptacle, to determine which resistance value corresponds to a resistance value required to activate the ignition.04-16-2009

Kenneth Milburn, Wolverine Lake, MI US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100088909VEHICLE DRIVE AXIS ALIGNMENT DEVICE - An alignment device measures an angular offset between a vehicle body axis and a vehicle drive axis. The device includes an arm having a mounting portion for mounting to a vehicle such that the arm is aligned with the vehicle body axis. A wheel support member is coupled to the arm for rotation relative to the arm. A wheel is rotatably supported by the wheel support member and configured to roll on a ground surface, such that the wheel and the wheel support member are configured to self-align with the vehicle drive axis when the arm is mounted to the vehicle and the vehicle is driven on the ground surface. An indicator displays the angular offset between the wheel support member and the arm, which is indicative of the angular offset between the vehicle body axis and the vehicle drive axis. A method of carrying out a measurement with the device is also disclosed.04-15-2010
20120265395TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A system for determining if a tire of a vehicle is improperly inflated. The system includes a radar, a wheel speed sensor, and a controller. The radar is configured to emit a signal generally parallel to a surface the vehicle is traveling on, to detect a reflection of the signal off of an object positioned perpendicular to the vehicle, and to output an indication of a speed of the vehicle. The wheel speed sensor is configured to sense a speed of a wheel of the vehicle. The controller is coupled to the radar and the wheel speed sensor, and is configured to receive the indication of the speed of the vehicle from the radar, to calculate a speed of the vehicle based on the sensed speed of the wheel, and to determine a tire of the wheel is improperly inflated when the speed of the vehicle calculated using the wheel speed sensor varies by more than a predetermined amount from the speed of the vehicle determined using the radar signal.10-18-2012

Lawrence E. Milburn, Bel Air, MD US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090015410WIRELESS ASSET MONITORING AND SECURITY SYSTEM - An asset monitoring and security system includes at least one asset assigned a unique identifier and operable wirelessly transmit an identification signal embodying the identifier. A data store maintains a list of the assets and privileges associated with the assets for authorized users of the assets. A control unit is adapted to receive identification signals from the assets and monitor positions of the assets within a defined area. The control unit communicates with the data store and is further operable to initiate an alarm event when privileges associated with a given asset for authorized users of the asset are exceeded. Each of the assets includes a lock-out mechanism that impedes use of the asset when the lock-out mechanism is activated. The control unit activates the lock-out mechanism of a given asset when the privileges associated with the asset for authorized users of the asset are exceeded.01-15-2009

Patent applications by Lawrence E. Milburn, Bel Air, MD US

Mark Milburn, Missoula, MT US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100237307Modular solar fence system - Exemplary embodiments include a solar and non-solar fence slat designs for use in a modular fence system. The fence slat comprises an elongated slat body having a front side wall, a back side wall, bottom side wall, top side wall, right side wall and left side wall. The slat first and second fasteners coupled to right and left sides of the elongated slat body and being configured to couple or interlock with adjacent slats. The slat also includes at least one chain-link interface coupler coupled to the back side wall to connect to at least one horizontal cross-bar of a chain-link fence. In an embodiment, the fence slat has a solar panel integrated therewith.09-23-2010

Martin Thomas Milburn, Harrodsburg, KY US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100289185GROOVE IMPRINTING DEVICE FOR INJECTION MOLDED PARTS - The invention provides a mold insert system that includes an insert for insertion into an injection mold apparatus and an actuator. The insert includes a movable imprint plate with a predetermined pattern of protrusions configured to form grooves in an article molded by the mold apparatus. The insert also includes a stationary piece with a pattern of slots configured to correspond to the predetermined pattern of protrusions in the imprint plate. The actuator moves the imprint plate from a first position in which the protrusions on the imprint plate do not extend beyond the slots in the stationary piece to a second position in which the protrusions on the imprint plate extend temporarily beyond the slots in the stationary piece. An injection mold apparatus including the mold insert system, as well as a method of making a molded article including the mold insert system are also provided.11-18-2010

Matthew Milburn, Boulder Creek, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090028781CATALYTIC REACTOR METHOD FOR GENERATING HIGH PURITY WATER VAPOR - A catalytic reactor apparatus produces high purity water vapor by reacting hydrogen and oxygen together within a catalytic reaction chamber. The reactants and an inert gas, such as argon gas or nitrogen, are supplied to the catalytic reaction chamber in a controlled fashion by a gas panel. The cylindrical catalytic reaction chamber is preferably constructed of titanium or stainless steel. The catalytic reaction chamber is filled with high purity ceramic pellets of a nonreactive material coated with a catalyst, such a noble metal catalyst. Screens at each end of the reaction chamber prevent the catalyst pellets from being transported outside reaction chamber. The interior of the reaction chamber has two perpendicular baffle plates traversing the length to increase contact area with the catalytic pellets for electrical charge and thermal transport during the reaction. The temperature of the reaction chamber is maintained below 350 C during operation.01-29-2009

Matthew L. Milburn, Felton, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090114295GAS-PANEL ASSEMBLY - A gas-panel manifold for use in a gas-panel assembly is disclosed. A manifold in the assembly provides a plurality of support surfaces, each designed for supporting a gas-component thereon, and internal passageways disposed within the manifold body for connecting gas components, with such carried on the manifold, for gas flow through the manifold in a generally downstream direction. The adjacent support surfaces in the manifold are in different planes, representing different heights above the support.05-07-2009

Patent applications by Matthew L. Milburn, Felton, CA US

Michael Milburn, Cary, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090069301Acridine and Quinoline Derivatives as Sirtuin Modulators - Provided herein are novel sirtuin-modulating compounds and methods of use thereof. The sirtuin-modulating compounds may be used for increasing the lifespan of a cell, and treating and/or preventing a wide variety of diseases and disorders including, for example, diseases or disorders related to aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, chemotherapeutic induced neuropathy, neuropathy associated with an ischemic event, polyglutamine diseases, ocular diseases and/or disorders, cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, inflammation, cancer, and/or flushing. Also provided are compositions comprising a sirtuin-modulating compound in combination with another therapeutic agent.03-12-2009
20090143376Fused Heterocyclic Compounds and Their Use as Sirtuin Modulators - Provided herein are novel sirtuin-modulating compounds and methods of use thereof. The sirtuin-modulating compounds may be used for increasing the lifespan of a cell, and treating and/or preventing a wide variety of diseases and disorders including, for example, diseases or disorders related to aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, chemotherapeutic induced neuropathy, neuropathy associated with an ischemic event, polyglutamine diseases, ocular diseases and/or disorders, cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, inflammation, cancer, and/or flushing. Also provided are compositions comprising a sirtuin-modulating compound in combination with another therapeutic agent.06-04-2009
20090155826Biomarkers for pre-diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and other metabolic-syndrome related disorders and methods using the same - Biomarkers relating to insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cardiomyopathy are provided, as well as methods for using such biomarkers as biomarkers for insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cardiomyopathy. In addition, methods for modulating the respective disorders or conditions of a subject are also provided. Also provided are suites of small molecule entities as biomarkers for insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cardiomyopathy.06-18-2009
20090163476N-Phenyl Benzamide Derivatives as Sirtuin Modulators - Provided herein are novel sirtuin-modulating compounds and methods of use thereof. The sirtuin-modulating compounds may be used for increasing the lifespan of a cell, and treating and/or preventing a wide variety of diseases and disorders including, for example, diseases or disorders related to aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, neurodegenerative diseases, cardiovascular disease, blood clotting disorders, inflammation, cancer, and/or flushing as well as diseases or disorders that would benefit from increased mitochondrial activity. Also provided are compositions comprising a sirtuin-modulating compound in combination with another therapeutic agent.06-25-2009
20110300571Determination of the Liver Toxicity of an Agent - The present invention provides various biomarkers for hepatotoxicity and various methods of using the biomarkers Some of the biomarkers within the scope of this invention are cholate, glycochenodeoxycholate, glycocholate, taurine, 3-hyroxy-2-ethylpropionate, 4-imidazoleacetate, tyramine, anthranilate, 2′-deoxycytidine, N-acetyl aspartate (NAA), beta-hydroxy-hexanoate, and sarcosine (N-methylglycine) The methods of using the biomarkers include exposing a first hepatocyte culture to a test agent and comparing the levels of the one or more biomarkers obtained in the first hepatocyte culture to the levels of the one or more biomarkers obtained in a second hepatocyte culture without the test agent, where differential levels of the one or more biomarkers in the first hepatocyte culture as compared to the levels in the second hepatocyte culture is indicative of the test agent being a hepatotoxicant.12-08-2011
20120122981Biomarkers Related to Insulin Resistance and Methods using the Same - Biomarkers relating to glucose disposal rate, insulin resistance, and/or insulin resistance-related disorders are provided. Methods based on the same biomarkers are also provided.05-17-2012
20120208215Biomarkers for Pre-Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Other Metabolic-Syndrome Related Disorders and Methods Using the Same - Biomarkers relating to insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cardiomyopathy are provided, as well as methods for using such biomarkers as biomarkers for insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cardiomyopathy. In addition, methods for modulating the respective disorders or conditions of a subject are also provided. Also provided are suites of small molecule entities as biomarkers for insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, type-2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, atherosclerosis, and cardiomyopathy.08-16-2012

Patent applications by Michael Milburn, Cary, NC US

Michael V. Milburn, Emeryville, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100210036PPAR ACTIVE COMPOUNDS - Compounds are described that are active on PPARs, including pan-active compounds. Also described are methods for developing or identifying compounds having a desired selectivity profile.08-19-2010

Patent applications by Michael V. Milburn, Emeryville, CA US

Mike Milburn, Cary, NC US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20100279337Biomarkers Related To Metabolic Age and Methods Using The Same - Biomarkers relating to metabolic age are provided, as well as methods for using such biomarkers as biomarkers for determining metabolic age. In addition, methods for modulating the metabolic age of a subject are also provided. Also provided are suites of small molecule entities as biomarkers for metabolic age.11-04-2010