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Benjamin E. Montgomery, Anderson, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120066912	VARIABLE CUTTING HEIGHT TRIMMER HEAD - A trimmer and a trimmer head for use with the trimmer, the trimmer head including a body rotatable about an axis, the body defining a plurality of axially spaced channels each sized to receive at least a portion of a trimmer line therein, and a clamping mechanism in operable communication with at least two of the axially spaced channels to selectively retain a trimmer line positioned within any one of the at least two axially spaced channels. The trimmer head may include a wear disk pivotable relative to the trimmer head body. In addition, a release button of the clamping mechanism may be arranged on the body to provide additional clamping force when the trimmer head rotates about the axis.	03-22-2012

Brian Farriel Montgomery, Philipp, MS US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080255736	GEO-REFERENCED AGRICULTURAL LEVEES - A method of constructing levees used for management of water for the purpose of growing agricultural or horticultural crops, consisting essentially of:	10-16-2008

Brooke Montgomery, Overland Park, KS US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100076473	Tissue Slicer - A tissue slicer having a partially open base for permitting the slicing blades to transverse therethrough, a dual pivoting member for activating the sliding blades in a vertical direction, a blade cartridge with a plurality of blades and a multi-pin specimen holder. The device secures the tissue specimen without distortion in place during the slicing process, protect the user while cutting specimens, standardizes tissue sections for optimal processing, improves the quality of sections for microscopic evaluation, and improves diagnostic accuracy and reliability.	03-25-2010

Bruce Montgomery, Glenwood, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100095740	DETERMINING PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF STRUCTURAL MEMBERS IN MULTI-PATH CLUTTER ENVIRONMENTS - A method for determining a physical property of an object in a multi-path clutter environment comprises transmitting an RF interrogation signal to a wireless sensor physically coupled to the object or the fluid in the multi-path clutter environment, wherein the wireless sensor is operable to receive the RF interrogation signal, produce a reference signal and a measurement signal, and transmit the reference signal and the measurement signal in the multi-path clutter environment. The reference signal and measurement signal are delayed by the wireless sensor by an amount of time that may be a function of the unknown physical property. The method also comprises receiving the transmitted reference signal and the transmitted measurement signal and comparing them in the time domain in order to determine the unknown physical property of the object or the fluid.	04-22-2010

Bruce G. Montgomery, Columbia, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080198074	RECONFIGURABLE ANTENNA USING ADDRESSABLE PIXEL PISTONS - An antenna made up of addressable conductive segments, or pixel elements, affixed to the top of each piston in a piston array is presented. The pixel elements can be activated in less than a millisecond to form an antenna array and transmission line pattern using movable pistons and a two-dimensional actuator. Each piston comprises a handle, a bottom conductive segment affixed to the top of the handle, a dielectric segment affixed to the uppermost surface of the bottom conductive segment, and a top conductive segment affixed to the uppermost surface of the dielectric segment. When the piston is not actuated, the top conductive segment forms part of a ground plane. The top conductive segment form part of the transmission line and antenna array patterns, the dielectric segment becomes a dielectric space and the bottom conductive segment forms part of the ground plane when the piston is actuated.	08-21-2008
20110050524	RECONFIGURABLE ANTENNA USING ADDRESSABLE CONDUCTIVE PARTICLES - An antenna made up of small addressable conductive segments, or pixel elements, located in a dielectric space positioned over a two-dimensional pixel element actuator is presented. The small pixel elements can be actuated in less than a millisecond by the actuator to form patterns that create an array of patch antennas and associated transmission lines on the upper surface of the dielectric space. The pixel elements can be formed using small movable conductive particles such as metal flakes or metal chips	03-03-2011

Bruce G. Montgomery, Glenwood, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110001655	DETERMINING PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF STRUCTURAL MEMBERS IN DYNAMIC MULTI-PATH CLUTTER ENVIRONMENTS - A method for determining a physical property of a structural member in a dynamic multi-path clutter environment is given. The method comprises transmitting an RF interrogation signal to a wireless sensor operable to receive the RF interrogation signal, produce a reference signal and a measurement signal, and transmit the reference signal and the measurement signal in the dynamic multi-path clutter environment. The reference signal is delayed by a first time delay and the measurement signal is delayed by a second time delay that is a function of the physical property to be determined. The first and second time delays are associated by a known relationship defined by the wireless sensor. The method further comprises receiving the transmitted reference signal and the transmitted measurement signal and comparing the transmitted reference signal and the transmitted measurement signal in the time domain. Finally, the method comprises using this comparison to determine the physical property of the structural member.	01-06-2011

Carl T. Montgomery, Grove, OK US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090126923	CLOSED LOOP ENERGY PRODUCTION FROM GEOTHERMAL RESERVOIRS - Apparatus and methods for recovering and using geothermal energy. Such methods include at least partially vaporizing a working fluid by passing it through a flow loop that at least partially extends into a heated subterranean zone and employing the vaporized working fluid to power a turbine. At least a portion of the flow loop can comprise a depleted or partially depleted hydrocarbon well.	05-21-2009
20110139456	Controlled Fracture Initiation Stress Packer - A method for selective placement, initiation and propagation of a hydraulically induced fracture in an open wellbore.	06-16-2011

Charies Montgomery, New York, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100011208	CRYPTOGRAPHIC CONTROL AND MAINTENANCE OF ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS - Methods, systems and devices for cryptographic control and maintenance of organizational structure and functions are provided. A method for control and maintenance of an operational organizational structure, the method includes associating entities with cryptographic capabilities; organizing entities within the organizational structure as roles; and maintaining roles within the organizational structure. The system may involve at least a Public Key Infrastructure operation. Elements in said organizational structure may be assigned to roles and/or groups within said organizational structure.	01-14-2010

Charles A. Montgomery, Jay, OK US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110191865	Novel Gene Disruptions, Compositions and Methods Relating Thereto - The present invention relates to transgenic animals, as well as compositions and methods relating to the characterization of gene function. Specifically, the present invention provides transgenic mice comprising disruptions in PRO227, PRO233, PRO238, PRO1328, PRO4342, PRO7423, PRO10096, PRO21384, PRO353 or PRO1885 genes. Such in vivo studies and characterizations may provide valuable identification and discovery of therapeutics and/or treatments useful in the prevention, amelioration or correction of diseases or dysfunctions associated with gene disruptions such as neurological disorders; cardiovascular, endothelial or angiogenic disorders; eye abnormalities; immunological disorders; oncological disorders; bone metabolic abnormalities or disorders; lipid metabolic disorders; or developmental abnormalities.	08-04-2011

Charles Thomas Montgomery, Severna Park, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080221914	Computer-based method and system for aiding transactions - A method for providing a warranty relating to a transaction between two parties, each party having a data communications device, in a system which includes an infrastructure composed of a plurality of locations each associated with a respective institution which provides services to clients, each location having a computer system, a database coupled to the computer system and storing information about each client of the institution and a data communications device coupled to the computer system for communication with the data communications device of any one party, each party being a client of at least one of the institutions, the method containing the steps of:	09-11-2008

David R. Montgomery, Hudson, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080262876	CREDENTIALER MEDICAL MALPRACTICE INSURANCE COLLABORATION - A method for underwriting insurance in between recredentialing periods is disclosed, the method including obtaining a release of associated credentialing information, wherein the associated credentialing information is released from an associated credentialing entity to an associated insurance entity, providing the associated insurance entity access to the associated credentialing information, and updating the associated credentialing information with updated associated credentialing information, the updated associated credentialing information being collected from the associated credentialing entity by the associated insurance entity.	10-23-2008
20110270627	CREDENTIALER/MEDICAL MALPRACTICE INSURANCE COLLABORATION - An inventive process is disclosed for linking a medical malpractice insurance application with a credentialing questionnaire. The insurance information is automatically transferred from the insurance application to a credentialing questionnaire, and this information is then used to generate a credentialing application.	11-03-2011

David T. Montgomery, Edelstein, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100126463	Engine control system having speed-based timing - A control system for an engine having a cylinder is disclosed having an engine valve movable to regulate a fluid flow of the cylinder and an actuator associated with the engine valve. The control system also has a controller in communication with the actuator. The controller is configured to receive a signal indicative of engine speed and compare the engine speed signal with a desired engine speed. The controller is also configured to selectively regulate the actuator to adjust a timing of the engine valve to control an amount of air/fuel mixture delivered to the cylinder based on the comparison.	05-27-2010
20100126465	Engine control system having pressure-based timing - A control system for an engine having a first cylinder and a second cylinder is disclosed having a first engine valve movable to regulate a fluid flow of the first cylinder and a first actuator associated with the first engine valve. The control system also has a second engine valve movable to regulate a fluid flow of the second cylinder and a sensor configured to generate a signal indicative of a pressure within the first cylinder. The control system also has a controller that is in communication with the first actuator and the sensor. The controller is configured to compare the pressure within the first cylinder with a desired pressure and selectively regulate the first actuator to adjust a timing of the first engine valve independently of the timing of the second engine valve based on the comparison.	05-27-2010
20100126481	Engine control system having emissions-based adjustment - A control system for an engine having a first cylinder and a second cylinder is disclosed including an air/fuel ratio control device configured to affect an air/fuel ratio within the first and second cylinders. The control system also has a first sensor configured to generate a first signal indicative of a combustion pressure within the first cylinder and a second sensor configured to generate a second signal indicative of a combustion pressure within the second cylinder. The control system further has a controller in communication with the air/fuel ratio control device and the first and second sensors. The controller is configured to determine a NOx production within the first cylinder based on the first signal and determine a NOx production within the second cylinder based on the second signal. The control is also configured to calculate a total NOx production of the engine based on at least the NOx produced within the first and second cylinders and selectively regulate the air/fuel ratio control device to adjust the air/fuel ratio within the first and second cylinders based on the total NOx production of the engine.	05-27-2010
20100131172	Engine control system having fuel-based timing - A control system for an engine having a cylinder is disclosed having an engine valve movable to regulate a fluid flow of the cylinder and an actuator associated with the engine valve. The control system also has a sensor configured to generate a signal indicative of an amount of an air/fuel mixture remaining within the cylinder after completion of a first combustion event and a controller in communication with the actuator and the sensor. The controller may be configured to compare the amount with a desired amount, and to selectively regulate the actuator to adjust a timing of the engine valve associated with a subsequent combustion event based on the comparison.	05-27-2010
20100131173	Engine control system having fuel-based adjustment - A control system for an engine having a cylinder is disclosed having an engine valve configured to affect a fluid flow of the cylinder, an actuator configured to move the engine valve, and an in-cylinder sensor configured to generate a signal indicative of a characteristic of fuel entering the cylinder. The control system also has a controller in communication with the actuator and the sensor. The controller is configured to determine the characteristic of the fuel based on the signal and selectively regulate the actuator to adjust a timing of the engine valve based on the characteristic of the fuel.	05-27-2010

David Todd Montgomery, Edelstein, IL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080302093	MULTI-ENGINE SYSTEM WITH ON-BOARD AMMONIA PRODUCTION - A power system is provided having a first power source including at least one engine configured to combust a first air/fuel mixture and produce a first exhaust stream. The fuel of the first air/fuel mixture may be liquefied petroleum gas. The system also has a first exhaust passageway fluidly connected to the first power source and configured to receive the first exhaust stream. In addition, the system has a second power source including at least one engine configured to combust a second fuel/air mixture and produce a second exhaust stream. Furthermore, the system has a second exhaust passageway fluidly connected to the second power source and configured to receive the second exhaust stream. The system further has a first catalyst disposed within the first exhaust passageway to convert at least a portion of the first exhaust stream to ammonia	12-11-2008
20090320814	System and method for controlling an internal combustion engine using flame speed measurement - A system is disclosed for controlling a combustion engine. The system includes a measurement apparatus disposed external to a combustion chamber of the engine. A device is configured to selectively direct an amount of air and fuel to the measurement apparatus. An ignition source is configured to ignite the air and fuel to produce a flame propagating within the measurement apparatus. A sensor is configured to measure at least one parameter associated with the flame propagating within the measurement apparatus. A controller is configured to determine a flame speed within the measurement apparatus based on the at least one measured parameter, and to control an operating flame speed in the engine by managing an air/fuel ratio of the engine based on the determined flame speed.	12-31-2009
20120042639	MULTI-ENGINE SYSTEM WITH ON-BOARD AMMONIA PRODUCTION - A power system is provided having a first power source including at least one engine configured to combust a first air/fuel mixture and produce a first exhaust stream. The fuel of the first air/fuel mixture may be liquefied petroleum gas. The system also has a first exhaust passageway fluidly connected to the first power source and configured to receive the first exhaust stream. In addition, the system has a second power source including at least one engine configured to combust a second fuel/air mixture and produce a second exhaust stream. Furthermore, the system has a second exhaust passageway fluidly connected to the second power source and configured to receive the second exhaust stream. The system further has a first catalyst disposed within the first exhaust passageway to convert at least a portion of the first exhaust stream to ammonia	02-23-2012

Donald Montgomery, Cheyenne, WY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110081585	Process for Co-Production of Power and Carboxylic Acids - There is disclosed a process for simultaneous co-production of electric power and a short chain carboxylic acid or salt thereof from a primary alcohol fuel. The primary alcohol can be obtained from coal, natural gas, wood waste or other biomass material. Moreover, there is disclosed a process that does not produce or release carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gasses. Specifically, there is disclosed a liquid fuel cell process technology provides electric power from coal, via a primary alcohol fuel, and allows a commercial scale electric power generating facility to capture at least 70% of the carbon contained in coal (or another carbon-based fuel source such as methane or biomass) for a beneficial and economically favorable use. The captured carbon is converted by the disclosed fuel cell process technology into industrial commodity chemicals such as formic and acetic acids.	04-07-2011

Donald D. Montgomery, Cheyenne, WY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100083553	Firearm Having Central Power Source and Integrated Data Bus to both Power and Control Multiple Accessories - There is disclosed an automatic or semiautomatic firearm having one or a plurality of parallel rail attachments for weapon attachments (accessories) with a central power source capable of powering the accessory devices electrically connects through a series of parallel rails circumferentially surrounding a barrel of the firearm. More specifically, there is disclosed a central power source to power up one or a plurality of rail accessories that provides power to each rail accessory through, preferably, a copper or brass strip located on each rail element. In addition, there is disclosed a method for transmitting information among and between weapon attachments using the rails as an antenna and radio frequency transmission of digital or analog signals to receiver units in each attachment of within a central bus.	04-08-2010

Frederick C. Montgomery, Oak Ridge, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080297178	DEVICE AND METHOD FOR DETECTING SULFUR DIOXIDE AT HIGH TEMPERATURES - The present invention relates to a method for selectively detecting and/or measuring gaseous SO	12-04-2008
20100254885	Carbon Nanotubes Grown on Bulk Materials and Methods for Fabrication - Disclosed are structures formed as bulk support media having carbon nanotubes formed therewith. The bulk support media may comprise fibers or particles and the fibers or particles may be formed from such materials as quartz, carbon, or activated carbon. Metal catalyst species are formed adjacent the surfaces of the bulk support material, and carbon nanotubes are grown adjacent the surfaces of the metal catalyst species. Methods employ metal salt solutions that may comprise iron salts such as iron chloride, aluminum salts such as aluminum chloride, or nickel salts such as nickel chloride. Carbon nanotubes may be separated from the carbon-based bulk support media and the metal catalyst species by using concentrated acids to oxidize the carbon-based bulk support media and the metal catalyst species.	10-07-2010
20110166017	FORMULATION AND METHOD FOR PREPARING GELS COMPRISING HYDROUS HAFNIUM OXIDE - Formulations useful for preparing hydrous hafnium oxide gels contain a metal salt including hafnium, an acid, an organic base, and a complexing agent. Methods for preparing gels containing hydrous hafnium oxide include heating a formulation to a temperature sufficient to induce gel formation, where the formulation contains a metal salt including hafnium, an acid, an organic base, and a complexing agent.	07-07-2011

Frederick J. Montgomery, Sun Prairie, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090205655	SYSTEM AND METHOD OF ADMINISTERING A PHARMACEUTICAL GAS TO A PATIENT - A method and system for delivering a pharmaceutical gas to a patient. The method and system provide a known desired quantity of the pharmaceutical gas to the patient independent of the respiratory pattern of the patient. The preferred pharmaceutical gases are CO and NO, both of which are provided as a concentration in a carrier gas. The gas control system determines the delivery of the pharmaceutical gas to the patient to result in the known desired quantity (e.g. in molecules, milligrams or other quantified units) of the pharmaceutical gas being delivered. Upon completion of that known desired quantity of pharmaceutical gas over a plurality of breaths, the system can either terminate any further delivery of the pharmaceutical gas or can activate an alarm to alert the user that the known quantity has been delivered. The system also has alarm functions to alert the user of possible malfunctions of the system.	08-20-2009
20120042875	System And Method Of Administering A Pharmaceutical Gas To A Patient - Methods and systems for delivering a total quantity of pharmaceutical gas to a patient. The methods and systems provide one of a low amount and high amount of pharmaceutical gas to a patient. The selection of the high amount or low amount may be determined by comparing the amount per unit of time of pharmaceutical gas delivered to the patient over the past number of breaths to the required quantity of pharmaceutical gas per unit of time. Upon completion of delivering the total quantity of pharmaceutical gas to the patient, the system can terminate, continue, activate and alarm, etc.	02-23-2012
20120042876	System And Method Of Administering A Pharmaceutical Gas To A Patient - Methods and systems for delivering a pharmaceutical gas to a patient. The methods and systems provide a known desired quantity of the pharmaceutical gas to the patient independent of the respiratory pattern of the patient over a plurality of breaths every nth breath, where n is greater than or equal to 1. The pharmaceutical gases include CO and NO, both of which are provided as a concentration in a carrier gas. The gas control system determines the delivery of the pharmaceutical gas to the patient to result in the known desired quantity (e.g. in molecules, milligrams or other quantified units) of the pharmaceutical gas being delivered. Upon completion of that known desired quantity of pharmaceutical gas over a plurality of breaths, the system can either terminate, continue, activate and alarm, etc.	02-23-2012

George Montgomery, Rose Hill, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080307700	METHOD FOR CONVERTING COAL TO COKE - A coking method comprises in combination, the steps of providing a quantity of coals, providing a quantity of chemical change agents selected from the class of chemical change agents including: (i) acrylic latex, (ii) styrene-butadiene polymers, and (iii) natural and synthetic polymers, blending said chemical change agent with water in a ratio of about 40:60 to 60:40, spraying the provided quantity of lower quality coal with the blended water and chemical change agent in a ratio of about one ton of coal plus or minus ten percent to about four gallons of blended water and chemical change agent plus or minus ten percent, baking the coated coal in a reducing, heated, oxygen-free environment, including a heating element, at a temperature of about 1700 degrees Fahrenheit, cooling the resultant higher cold strength baked product by exposing said product to a water quench or cooling said product in a dry quench box.	12-18-2008

Gerald Jordan Montgomery, Blaine, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090276004	Lead Implant System - A lead implant system includes a lead coupling device, which is configured to couple a lead during an implant procedure, in communication with a medical device and an implantable medical device, which is contained within a package that includes an electrical interface for electrical coupling with an electrical contact of the implantable medical device. The electrical interface facilitates coupling of the packaged medical device to an electrical contact of another medical device, which is located outside the package. If the electrical contact of the packaged device is mounted within a bore of the device, then the connector structure allows for passage of a sterilizing gas into the connector bore, and past the connector contact, within the bore.	11-05-2009

G. Jordan Montgomery, Blaine, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110004265	MEDICAL DEVICE PACKAGING SYSTEM - A system, comprising a sterilizable package; an implantable medical device placed inside the sterilizable package; and an electrical interface electrically coupled to the implantable medical device and extending from inside the sterilizable package to outside the sterilizable package. In various embodiments, the interface may include package contacts electrically coupled to electrode terminals on the implantable medical device, patient terminals and conductors extending between the package contacts and the patient terminals.	01-06-2011

Greg Montgomery, Sugarhill, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100161710	Application services at a terminal - An apparatus including: a processor configured to determine whether there is a match between first identifier data received from a remote user terminal and second identifier data, and if there is a match to subsequently acquire and provide application service data to the user terminal; and one or more interfaces configured to receive the first identifier data, the second identifier data and the application service data.	06-24-2010

Gregory Montgomery, Sugar Hill, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100082777	METHOD, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR CREATING NETWORK ACCOUNTS AND CONFIGURING DEVICES FOR USE THEREWITH - Creating service accounts involves receiving an account identifier entered by a user via a user interface to initiate registering a user device with a network account. One or more host names are determined based on a domain name portion of the account identifier. The one or more host names need not be preconfigured on the user device. Connections are attempted with each of the one or more host names. Each of the connection attempts uses one or more application protocols associated with a type of the network account. It is determined that at least one of the connection attempts results in a successful connection, and a user account is configured on the user device based on a host and protocol combination associated with the successful connection.	04-01-2010
20110238545	METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR PROVIDING BUNDLED SERVICES - Techniques for supporting bundled services of network operators and service providers include generating a view to be presented on a display, the view comprising data that indicates a service provided by a vendor over a network. It is determined whether the service is associated with a service feature of a network operator of at least a portion of the network. If the service is associated with the service feature of the network operator, then data that indicates the service feature of the network operator is inserted into the view. The view is provided for transmission over the network.	09-29-2011

Harold S. Montgomery, Milwaukee, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090171914	Systems and methods for aiding location of video files over a network - Systems and methods according to the present invention provide improved location of files over a network. More specifically, according to the present invention, a method of indexing digital video files on a content management system running on a web server includes associating a descriptive domain name with a dedicated node on the system, on which a single video is provided. Thus, each video is provided with a dedicated webpage, on which associated items, such as community feedback and attributes, may be displayed.	07-02-2009

Holliday Montgomery, Lynchburg, TN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100132729	HAIR COMB AND DUAL COMB HAIR ACCESSORY HAVING SAME - An improved hair comb for a dual comb hair accessory (	06-03-2010

Howard Montgomery, Findlay, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110277866	Apparatus and Method For Sealing A Ventilation Channel of A Pipe - A method of sealing a ventilation channel for a pipe is disclosed. The method includes inserting a sealing insert into a ventilation hole of the ventilation channel, applying rotational energy to the sealing insert, deactivating the rotational energy to the sealing insert once the sealing insert reaches a threshold position, and separating a first portion of the sealing insert being inserted in the ventilation channel from a second portion of the sealing insert.	11-17-2011
20110277908	APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR SEALING A VENTILATION CHANNEL OF A PIPE - A method of sealing a ventilation channel for a pipe is disclosed. The method may include inserting a sealing insert into a ventilation hole of the ventilation channel, applying a vibrational energy to a region between the sealing insert and the ventilation channel, deactivating the vibrational energy once the sealing insert and the ventilation channel are welded together at the region, and forming a flush interface between the sealing insert and the ventilation channel at the ventilation hole.	11-17-2011

Ian Montgomery, Tempe, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090025535	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REPRESENTING MUSICAL NOTES IN AN OCTAVE TO THE VISIBLE LIGHT SPECTRUM AND METHOD THEREFOR - A method of graphically representing the musical notes in an octave in parallel to the visible light spectrum, by means of one or more color codes comprising colors in a spectrally sequential order and repeating the code throughout the different octaves, and a series of apparati designed to apply said method, as a note locator, to any type of musical instrument where exactly one auditory tone is modified in pitch by exactly one manipulation of the instrument, including all stringed, keyboard, and melodic percussion instruments.	01-29-2009

Jack Montgomery, Winchester, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100236902	Buttonless Conveyor Belt - A conveyor belt is made with a series of spaced apart buttonless rods. The buttonless rods are connected to each other with a plurality of links. The buttonless ends of the rods are welded or otherwise affixed to the links so that the ends of the rods are substantially coplanar with the outer surface of the links. This forms a relatively smooth link surface, which is readily cleaned and sanitized. Additionally, wear and tear is reduced on driving grip surfaces that frictionally grab onto the links.	09-23-2010
20110278135	Buttonless Conveyor Belt - A conveyor belt is made with a series of spaced apart buttonless rods. The buttonless rods are connected to each other with a plurality of links. The buttonless ends of the rods are welded or otherwise affixed to the links so that the ends of the rods are substantially coplanar with the outer surface of the links. This forms a relatively smooth link surface, which is readily cleaned and sanitized. Additionally, wear and tear is reduced on driving grip surfaces that frictionally grab onto the links.	11-17-2011

James Montgomery, Scottsdale, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20120090525	SUCTION STABILIZED FLOATS - Floats having a buoyant portion and a chamber portion hold liquid within their chambers above the interface of the surrounding body of liquid and gas which creates a downward force which stabilizes the float. If the liquid is water, the float holds water in the inner chamber which is disposed above the waterline of the body of water in which the float is suspended. The elevated water exerts a downward force that acts against rocking, swaying, and other destabilizing forces.	04-19-2012

James L. Montgomery, Doubuque, IA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090043459	MOTOR GRADER BLADE POSITIONING SYSTEM AND METHOD - a ground engaging vehicle having a tool connected to the vehicle, at least one actuator coupled to the tool and an electronic controller. The electronic controller is controllably coupled to the at least one actuator. The controller includes an operator interface. The controller is configured for issuing a plurality of commands, recording the commands, positioning the tool and replaying at least some of the commands. The issuing step includes issuing a plurality of commands to the at least one actuator using the operator interface to place the tool in a position relative to the vehicle. The recording step records the commands issued in the issuing step. The positioning step includes positioning the tool in another position different from the position. The replaying step includes replaying at least some of the commands recorded in the recording step, thereby repositioning the tool substantially in the original position.	02-12-2009

James L. Montgomery, Dubuque, IA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100023228	APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR THE POSITIONING OF A TOOL OF A GROUND ENGAGING VEHICLE - A ground engaging vehicle including a ground engaging tool, an actuator, a global positioning system (GPS) and a control system. The ground engaging tool extends from the vehicle, and has a reference feature. The actuator is connected to the ground engaging tool, and the actuator is configured to move the ground engaging tool relative to the vehicle. The actuator has a position sensor associated therewith. The GPS is positioned in a substantially fixed position relative to the reference feature. The GPS issues three dimensional location information. The control system is configured for receiving positional information from the position sensor and the three dimensional location information. The control system is also configured for processing the location information and sending a command to a non-GPS constrained algorithm that receives the command and determines a movement of the actuator dependent on a difference between the location information and a desired position of the reference feature. The non-GPS constrained algorithm issues a movement instruction to the actuator dependent upon the difference and the positional information.	01-28-2010

James Leonard Montgomery, Dubuque, IA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090112472	Three Dimensional Feature Location From An Excavator - A combination of location measurement apparatuses to measure in three dimensions the location of an excavator with respect to a job site, and to further measure the location of an excavated or a topographical feature with respect to the excavator by range finding from the excavator in proximity of the feature and contemporaneously recording measurement data on a computer.	04-30-2009
20110311342	THREE DIMENSIONAL FEATURE LOCATION FROM AN EXCAVATOR - A combination of location measurement apparatuses to measure in three dimensions the location of an excavator with respect to a job site, and to further measure the location of an excavated or a topographical feature with respect to the excavator by range finding from the excavator in proximity of the feature and contemporaneously recording measurement data on a computer.	12-22-2011

John A. Montgomery, Birmingham, AL US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100216797	PREPARATION OF THIOARABINOFURANOSYL COMPOUNDS AND USE THEREOF - Patients suffering from cancer are treated by being administered a compound represented by the following formula:	08-26-2010

John C. Montgomery, New Boston, NH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090313928	HIGH IMPACT, MOISTURE RESISTANT WALL PANEL SYSTEM - A high impact, moisture resistant, wall panel system and methods for mounting a high impact, moisture resistant wall panel to an existing structure are disclosed herein. A high impact, moisture resistant wall panel includes an inert substrate composed of a high density inorganic material, wherein the substrate is dimensionally stable, a laminate composed of a substantially rigid polymeric material, and an adhesive for engaging the laminate to the substrate.	12-24-2009
20090313932	HIGH IMPACT, MOISTURE RESISTANT WALL PANEL SYSTEM - A high impact, moisture resistant, wall panel system and methods for mounting a high impact, moisture resistant wall panel to an existing structure are disclosed herein. A high impact, moisture resistant wall panel includes an inert substrate composed of a high density inorganic material, wherein the substrate is dimensionally stable, a laminate composed of a substantially rigid polymeric material, and an adhesive for engaging the laminate to the substrate.	12-24-2009
20090313935	High Impact, Moisture Resistant Wall Panel System - A high impact, moisture resistant, wall panel system and methods for mounting a high impact, moisture resistant wall panel to an existing structure are disclosed herein. A high impact, moisture resistant wall panel includes an inert substrate composed of a high density inorganic material, wherein the substrate is dimensionally stable, a laminate composed of a substantially rigid polymeric material, and an adhesive for engaging the laminate to the substrate.	12-24-2009

Josephine Montgomery, Baltimore, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110262114	3 way rechargeable heating and cooling units - The present invention provides a product line of solar or battery powered, fully portable space-heaters and air-conditioning units, designed for total portability and especially useful during times when ordinary household electrical service is interrupted. The units are presented in a host of models, styles, and sizes. The product line includes a series of embodiments such as, bi-faced “sandwich-style” heaters, carousel-style cylindrical heaters, floor lamp style cylindrical heaters, a carousel-style cylindrical air-conditioning unit and a shorter, carousel-style air-conditioning unit used aboard school buses. Each of the units is freestanding, ranging between approximately thirty-four and fifty-four inches in height, and generally featuring circumferences of approximately twenty-eight to thirty inches.	10-27-2011

J. William Montgomery, Lakeville, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090319440	SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING RETIREMENT PLAN HEALTH REPORTS - The invention relates, in various aspects, to systems and methods for providing a current status of a retirement plan of an employer. A server receives a report request transmitted from a client operated by a user. In response to the report request, the server generates a plan health report including the current status of the retirement plan based on employee information related to the retirement plan. The current status of the retirement plan includes information indicating retirement readiness of employees of the employer. The server transmits the plan health report for receipt by the client. The employee information related to the retirement plan is stored in a database.	12-24-2009

Kenneth D. Montgomery, Roslyn, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100152850	DEVICES, SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MATERIAL FIXATION - Devices, systems and methods for fixation of tendon to bone are described. An exemplary surgical implant is a modified bone anchor that is able to grasp the tendon and hold it firmly in a bone tunnel. Once deployed, the anchor delivers lateral compression to the tendon, providing direct tendon to bone compression to facilitate healing. The anchor has different versions which allow it to be attached to the tendon prior to insertion into the bone tunnel, or be inserted between tendon arms when the surgical procedure dictates. The resulting tendon to bone compression allows for the firm fixation in a manner markedly simpler than traditional techniques. A modification of this anchor can also allow the anchor to grasp and hold suture. This variation facilitates the technique for knotless rotator cuff repair.	06-17-2010
20100185283	METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MATERIAL FIXATION - A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression. Graft strength has been found to be greater than 1,000 N (Newtons), which is desirable for ACL reconstruction systems.	07-22-2010
20110184516	METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MATERIAL FIXATION - A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression. Graft strength has been found to be greater than 1,000 N (Newtons), which is desirable for ACL reconstruction systems.	07-28-2011
20110184517	METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MATERIAL FIXATION - A soft tissue fixation system, most typically applicable to orthopedic joint repairs, such as anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) knee repair procedures, comprises an implant which is placeable in a tunnel disposed in a portion of bone, wherein the tunnel is defined by walls comprised of bone. A first member is deployable outwardly to engage the tunnel walls for anchoring the implant in place in the tunnel, and a second member is deployable outwardly to engage tissue material to be fixed within the tunnel. The second member also functions to move the tissue material outwardly into contact with the tunnel walls to promote tendon-bone fixation. Extra graft length is eliminated by compression of the tendon against the bone at the aperture of the femoral tunnel, which more closely replicates the native ACL and increases graft stiffness. The inventive device provides high fixation of tendon to bone and active tendon-bone compression. Graft strength has been found to be greater than 1,000 N (Newtons), which is desirable for ACL reconstruction systems.	07-28-2011
20110282449	DEVICES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR MATERIAL FIXATION - A material fixation system is particularly adapted to improve the tendon-to-bone fixation of hamstring autografts, as well as other soft tissue ACL reconstruction techniques. The system is easy to use, requires no additional accessories, uses only a single drill hole, and can be implanted by one person. Additionally, it replicates the native ACL by compressing the tendons against the aperture of the tibial tunnel, which leads to a shorter graft and increased graft stiffness. It is adapted to accommodate single or double tendon bundle autografts or allografts. It also provides pull out strength measured to be greater than 1000 N.	11-17-2011

Kevin M. Montgomery, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110046449	SURGICAL ACCESS DEVICE - The present invention generally provides methods and devices for removing fluid from a surgical instrument. Surgical access devices and seal systems are generally provided having one or more valves or seal assemblies to create a closed system between the outside environment and the environment in which the surgical access device is being inserted. The devices of systems can also include a fluid remover in the form of a sorbent element, a scraper element, a wicking element, or any combination thereof that is configured to remove fluid from a working channel of the device or system and/or from a surgical instrument inserted therethrough.	02-24-2011
20120078243	CONTROL FEATURES FOR ARTICULATING SURGICAL DEVICE - An electrosurgical device includes a body, an end effector, a cutting member, and a shaft. The end effector comprises a pair of jaws and at least one electrode that is operable to deliver RF energy to tissue clamped between the jaws. The cutting member is operable to cut tissue clamped between the jaws. The shaft includes an articulation section that is operable to selectively position the end effector at non-parallel positions relative to the longitudinal axis of the shaft. The body includes a controller operable to selectively actuate the articulation section. The controller may include a rotary knob, a pivoting knob, or a pivoting fin, among other things. An electrical coupling may contact a conductive moving member along at least two axes. A resiliently biased lever may assist a trigger in returning from an actuated position to a home position.	03-29-2012
20120078247	ARTICULATION JOINT FEATURES FOR ARTICULATING SURGICAL DEVICE - An electrosurgical device comprises a body, an end effector, a cutting member, and a shaft. The end effector includes a pair of jaws that are operable to deliver RF energy to tissue that is clamped between the jaws. The cutting member is operable to sever tissue that is clamped between the jaws. The shaft extends between the body and the end effector. The shaft includes an articulation section that is operable to selectively position the end effector at non-parallel positions relative to the longitudinal axis of the shaft. Some versions include a rotation section that is distal to the articulation section. The rotation section is operable to rotate the end effector relative to the articulation section.	03-29-2012

Kyle H. Montgomery, Lafayette, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110048537	METHOD OF FABRICATING A SEMICONDUCTOR JUNCTION - A method of fabricating a semiconductor junction is disclosed. The method includes forming a quaternary heterovalent compound semiconductor alloy epilayer, determining a doping characteristic of the epilayer, and forming a secondary layer on the epilayer to create a semiconductor junction, the secondary layer being doped in response to the determined doping characteristic of the epilayer. Solar cell and light emitting diode designs are also disclosed.	03-03-2011

Larry Montgomery, Butternut, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080283640	Article-Destruction Apparatus and Method of Article Destruction - Apparatus for destruction of articles and any information associated therewith. Embodiments include an article-destruction chamber and a rotating head for repeated striking of articles and article fragments in the chamber. The head includes a body portion and a shaft. The body portion has plural striking elements extending radially outward therefrom. Each striking element has a forward-facing radial striking surface with an area. High-speed rotation of the head causes the striking surfaces to violently contact and destroy articles and article fragments in the chamber and to render any associated information unusable.	11-20-2008
20090210247	System and Apparatus for Item Management - Item-management systems, apparatus, and methods are described, preferably for management of items such as medicaments. In embodiments, an item-management system comprises a holder defining plural cells, a docking station configured to receive the holder, at least one indicator selectively-operable to indicate the holder cell into which an item is to be loaded, and at least one controller operable to selectively operate each at least one indicator to indicate the cell into which the item is to be received. In embodiments, indicators are provided on the holder. In other embodiments, the indicators may by on a guide associated with the docking station to assist the user in loading the holder. The contents of the loaded holder may be easily loaded, for example, into an automated dispensing machine for packaging and subsequent administration to a patient or for another use.	08-20-2009

Lautaro Aspiazu Montgomery, Mason, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110192168	METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR REDUCING POWER PLANT EMISSIONS - A method for operating a power plant to facilitate reducing emissions, wherein the power plant includes a gas turbine engine assembly and a carbon dioxide (CO	08-11-2011

Lonzell Montgomery, New York, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080197097	Modular baby bottle system - A baby bottle has features facilitating its use with a number of different types of baby bottle accessories including a liner system insertable within a baby bottle to ensure sterility of baby formula placed in it. The bottle also has elongated threads at an upper portion designed to render the bottle compatible with a sub-system with the ability to reduce the incidences of bubbling within the baby formula. The bottle also includes a chamber in its bottom portion, sized and configured to removably receive a pacifier. In a further aspect, the chamber may be enclosed by a dummy cap. Alternatively, the chamber may be closed by a device comprising a combined program player and vibration source. The program player includes a port allowing music or other programs to be downloaded into a memory included in the device so that desired music may be re-played as desired. A sleeve made of an elastic material can be stretched over the baby bottle to serve as an insulating cover. The sleeve may also include a pocket to contain the music and vibratory playing device. Alternatively, the sleeve may include a threaded coupling at the end remote from its opening to which the music player and vibration source device may be releasably attached. A heat sensor may be incorporated into the baby bottle so that the user may see a visual display of the temperature before providing the bottle to a baby.	08-21-2008

Margaret Ann Montgomery, Reno, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110041885	Multipurpose stretching/exercise cane - A multipurpose exercise cane having a top end that is similar in construction to that of a typical crutch and the bottom end includes a detachable foot. However, it further incorporates an improved hand grip on the top end for ease of use while walking. More importantly, the exercise cane also includes optional features of choice. Such as additional hand grips distanced apart and/or a centralized resistive twisting assembly, a water bottle, a microchip, an outwardly extending feeler, etc. Furthermore, the novel cane is of a unique shape that is substantially flat as opposed to most standard canes that are round or circular in shape.	02-24-2011

Mary Montgomery, Washington, DC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080248576	Genetic Inhibition of double-stranded RNA - A process is provided of introducing an RNA into a living cell to inhibit gene expression of a target gene in that cell. The process may be practiced ex vivo or in vivo. The RNA has a region with double-stranded structure. Inhibition is sequence-specific in that the nucleotide sequences of the duplex region of the RNA and of a portion of the target gene are identical. The present invention is distinguished from prior art interference in gene expression by antisense or triple-strand methods.	10-09-2008

Matthew C. Montgomery, North Charleston, SC US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090158605	ENVIRONMENTALLY-FRIENDLY LEVELS - The present invention is directed to environmentally friendly levels. Through the use of renewable resource or environmentally friendly liquids in the transparent tubes of a level, it is possible to provide a level that will not harm the environment if the liquid escapes from the tubes as well as reduce the use of petroleum based fluids. In one embodiment, the level contains non-petroleum based hydrocarbons and a water-based solution of dissolved ionic solids. In other embodiments, the level contains non-petroleum based hydrocarbons and water-based solutions of dissolved ionic solids with increased boiling points and lowered freezing points. In other embodiments the level contains arced tubes, standard tubes and combinations of both wherein the liquid in the tubes may be the same or different.	06-25-2009

Michael Montgomery, North Salem, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100075806	BIORHYTHM FEEDBACK SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method and system for evaluating movement of a user and providing biofeedback including setting a reference point for movement by the user, whereby the reference point corresponds to a reference rhythm, providing the reference rhythm to the user to assist the user in maintaining the reference point, sensing the user's movement, comparing the user's movement to the reference point movement, and alerting the user that the user's movement is away from the reference point by modifying the reference rhythm to a modified rhythm. The user's movement is corrected after receiving the alert.	03-25-2010

Michael Montgomery, Marietta, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080301862	PERSONAL DEBRIS SHIELD AND SYSTEM - A personal debris shield for use as a personal protection device to protect against falling or wind-driven debris, such as during a tornado, hurricane, earthquake, or the like, includes a body-conforming impact absorption shield that may be quickly positioned over a user's body and that may be removed and/or jettisoned if needed.	12-11-2008

Michael E. Montgomery, Niskayuna, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110150644	DIAPHRAGM SHELL STRUCTURES FOR TURBINE ENGINES - A shell structure for a turbine engine that includes a plurality of diaphragms, wherein each diaphragm comprises: an annularly formed support structure that positions and secures a row of circumferentially spaced stator blades, and wherein the plurality of diaphragms are configured and axially stacked such that each diaphragm abuts the diaphragm that is positioned directly upstream from it and the diaphragm that is positioned directly downstream from it such that a first shell structure is formed; a second shell structure disposed outboard of the first shell structure; and an intermediate chamber defined between an outboard face of the first shell structure and an inboard face of the second shell structure; wherein: a downstream end and an upstream end of the first shell structure define the axial length of the first shell structure; one or more downstream radial ports are defined at the approximate axial position of the downstream end of the first shell structure, each downstream radial port fluidly connecting the intermediate chamber to the main flow path of the turbine engine; and between the axial position of the downstream axial ports and the axial position of the upstream end of the first shell structure, the first shell structure is configured such that the intermediate chamber is substantially sealed from the main flow path.	06-23-2011

Michael E. Montgomery, Camby, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110031018	HORIZONTAL DRILLING SYSTEM - A horizontal direction drilling system comprises a power pack coupled to a source of compressed air and a water reservoir and forms a mixture of compressed air, water, and oil. The horizontal direction drilling system further comprises a steerable horizontal drill. The steerable horizontal drill includes an air powered reciprocating hammer, and a drill head. The steerable horizontal drill receives the mixture to power the reciprocating hammer. The drill head includes a drill face and the mixture exits the steerable horizontal drill through the drill face.	02-10-2011

Michael Earl Montgomery, Niskayuna, NY US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090196735	Systems and Methods for Internally Cooling a Wheel of a Steam Turbine - A system may cool a wheel of a steam turbine, the wheel being associated with a rotor of the steam turbine. The system may include an inlet passage and an outlet passage. The inlet passage may be positioned to communicate steam from an exterior of the rotor, through an interior of the rotor, and to the wheel. The outlet passage may be positioned to communicate steam from the wheel, through the interior of the rotor, and to the exterior of the rotor.	08-06-2009
20090208323	METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR COOLING ROTARY COMPONENTS WITHIN A STEAM TURBINE - A method for cooling a rotating component within a steam turbine is provided. The method includes channeling a cooling fluid through an outer plenum defined in a stationary component of the steam turbine and channeling the cooling fluid from the outer plenum through a passageway defined in an airfoil of the stationary component. The cooling fluid is discharged from the airfoil passageway through an inner plenum of the stationary component to facilitate cooling an adjacent rotating component.	08-20-2009

Michael H. Montgomery, Hamilton, VA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110255651	NUCLEAR REACTOR (ALTERNATIVES), FUEL ASSEMBLY OF SEED-BLANKET SUBASSEMBLIES FOR NUCLEAR REACTOR (ALTERNATIVES), AND FUEL ELEMENT FOR FUEL ASSEMBLY - Fuel elements are supported by fuel assemblies configured for use in land-based nuclear reactors such as the VVER-1000. The fuel elements include a kernel having a multi-lobed profile that forms spiral ribs that include fissionable material (e.g., uranium or plutonium), a central metal displacer extending along a longitudinal axis of the kernel, and a metal cladding (e.g., zirconium and/or other refractory metals) enclosing the kernel. The fuel element may be fabricated by joint extrusion of the displacer, kernel, and cladding through a die to metallurgically bond the kernel and cladding.	10-20-2011

Mitzi M. Montgomery, Jay, OK US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100003228	T-CELL VACCINE - An improved T-cell vaccine and methods of making the vaccine are described. The vaccine may be made by stimulating T-cells with all epitopes of an antigenic polypeptide that may be capable of stimulating autoreactive T cells.	01-07-2010

Myles Montgomery, Cumming, GA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110197819	WILDLIFE GAME FEEDER - A wildlife feeder according to example forms of the invention includes a storage unit, a removable top cap, an internal funnel, a removable feed dispensing drawer, a removable perforated feed/storage drawer, a locking feed valve, a internal feed dispenser, a programmable timer, external wheels, external handle attachment and ground anchor brackets. In another aspect, the wildlife feeder includes an external surface having the texture and/or appearance of a natural tree bark. In yet another aspect, the wildlife feeder includes a dispensing subassembly, the dispensing subassembly comprising a motor, at least one battery for powering the motor, a paddle wheel driven by the motor, and a programmable timer for controlling operation of the motor.	08-18-2011

Nicole Maria Montgomery, Woodbury, MN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110109477	MONITORING TRAFFIC SIGNAL PREEMPTION - Approaches for monitoring traffic signal preemption at one or more intersections. According to one embodiment, a road map that includes a plurality of roads and intersections is displayed with a computer system. Preemption data periodically received by the computer system from at least one preemption controller at a respective intersection is used to update the road map. In response to the preemption data, the road map is updated to include a traffic signal icon at the respective intersection and a vehicle icon at a location on the map corresponding to a location of a vehicle transmitting a preemption request as indicated by the preemption data.	05-12-2011

Randy L. Montgomery, Arcadia, OK US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090106919	Painting tool - A painting tool for attachment to an extension has a head attached to one end of a handle. The other end of the handle terminates in a threaded female adaptor which mates with a threaded male adapter on the extension. The head can be a brush head containing bristles or sponge material or, in the alternative, the head can support a scraper blade for cleaning surfaces prior to painting. Another embodiment provides a combination hammer/scraper for attachment to an extension for use on painting surfaces.	04-30-2009

R. Eric Montgomery, Monlerey, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080254405	Method and device for improving oral health - The present invention relates to a method for improving the oral health of a subject by exposing the oral cavity of the subject to a device comprising a light source that emits a therapeutically effective amount of light. The present invention further relates to devices utilized in exposing light to the oral cavity of a subject in the method of the present invention.	10-16-2008

Robert Montgomery, Cedarburg, WI US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090142779	METHODS AND KITS FOR MEASURING VON WILLEBRAND FACTOR - Methods and kits for measuring levels of von Willebrand factor function in a sample without using a platelet aggregation agonist, such as ristocetin, comprising recombinant glycoprotein Ibα having at least two of a G233V, D235Y and M239V mutations and an agent to detect a complex between the recombinant glycoprotein Ibα and von Willebrand factor.	06-04-2009
20120003670	Methods and Kits for Measuring Von Willebrand Factor - Methods and kits for measuring levels of von Willebrand factor function in a sample without using a platelet aggregation agonist, such as ristocetin, comprising recombinant glycoprotein Ibα having at least two of a G233V, D235Y and M239V mutations and an agent to detect a complex between the recombinant glycoprotein Ibα and von Willebrand factor.	01-05-2012

Robert D. Montgomery, Reno, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090070924	Multifunctional odour-free, water-saving, clog-free, environmentally friendly toilet - A toilet having improved flush capabilities, an electrical system for foul air evacuation including bacterial filtration, a storage compartment, a night-light, improved waste disposal, and optional accessories for converting the toilet into a medical work-station for ease of use by patients who may have special requirements and/or needs.	03-19-2009

Robert Duane Montgomery, Reno, NV US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20110041885	Multipurpose stretching/exercise cane - A multipurpose exercise cane having a top end that is similar in construction to that of a typical crutch and the bottom end includes a detachable foot. However, it further incorporates an improved hand grip on the top end for ease of use while walking. More importantly, the exercise cane also includes optional features of choice. Such as additional hand grips distanced apart and/or a centralized resistive twisting assembly, a water bottle, a microchip, an outwardly extending feeler, etc. Furthermore, the novel cane is of a unique shape that is substantially flat as opposed to most standard canes that are round or circular in shape.	02-24-2011

Robert E. Montgomery, Mishawaka, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080281428	METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR ATTACHING SOFT TISSUE TO ORTHOPAEDIC IMPLANTS - Methods and apparatuses for attaching soft tissue and/or bone to orthopaedic implants. In one exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal tibial implant. In another exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal femoral implant.	11-13-2008
20110009973	METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR ATTACHING TISSUE TO ORTHOPAEDIC IMPLANTS - Methods and apparatuses for attaching tissue structures to orthopaedic implants. In one exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal tibial implant. In another exemplary embodiment, the methods and apparatuses are used to attach soft tissue and/or bone to a proximal femoral implant.	01-13-2011

Robert Eric Montgomery, Monterey, MA US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080274066	Compositions, Methods, Devices, and Kits for Maintaining or Enhancing Tooth Whitening - Compositions, methods, devices, and kits for maintaining or enhancing tooth whitening in a subject are disclosed. The methods include applying a first tooth whitening composition to the teeth of the subject for a predetermined period of time and applying a second tooth whitening composition to the teeth of the subject in predetermined intervals, wherein at least one of the first and second tooth whitening compositions are dispensed from a dental delivery device. The kits include a first tooth whitening composition and a second tooth whitening composition, each including an oxidizing agent. The oxidizing agent of the first tooth whitening composition is present in a higher amount than the second tooth whitening composition, which maintains or enhances the tooth whitening effect of the first tooth whitening composition.	11-06-2008

Robert R. Montgomery, Leavenworth, KS US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080243302	Sorting Apparatus with Arbitrary User-Specified Sequence Control - A sorting system may include a sorting apparatus coupled to a programmable control system which is configured to actuate the sorting apparatus so that it assembles similar products for packaging in an arbitrary, user imposed order or selection bias. In preferred implementations, a user may activate a biasing protocol pursuant to which items bearing certain images appear with a disproportionate frequency on the top of a stack of items such that the selected images are the most common images viewable through a transparent product packaging. In certain implementations, empirical sales data is used to determine weighting factors used in the biasing protocol. In still other implementations, a more specific ordering protocol is imposed by a user such that some or all of the sequence of items in a stack or collection is arbitrarily imposed.	10-02-2008

Rob R. Montgomery, Gaithersburg, MD US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080306862	BIDDER-SIDE AUCTION DYNAMIC PRICING AGENT, SYSTEM, METHOD AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT - The present invention sets forth a system, method, and computer program product for automating an interaction between a buyer and an electronic, variable, dynamic pricing online auction service. The method can include receiving a registration of a buyer at an Internet enabled buyer bidding site, a portfolio, and account information. The method can also receive entered information about financial transaction instruments, contact information, and product preferences in an auction profile. The method can receive a search query for a desired product from product auctions of a plurality of auction sites and can use a search agent or a meta-search agent, and can provide returned auctions, including retrieving and presenting current status of product auctions. The method can receive a selection of returned auctions to store in the portfolio for tracking by scan agents and for bidding by bid proxies. The method can receive selections of product auctions of the returned auctions and place the product auctions into the portfolio for use by a cascaded bid proxy. The method can provide auction monitoring by scan agents of temporal progression of product auctions, and can notify someone via a messaging center of any changes in relevant aspects of the status that could prevent an initial bid from being placed by a bid proxy. The method can enable activation of bid proxies as an auction nears completion to begin placing bids until the auction is won or lost by auction closing and can confirm a counter-offer has not out-bid. The method can compute and execute another higher bid if a counter-offer has been made and accepted, higher than the most recent bid detected	12-11-2008

Rusty L. Montgomery, Superior, CO US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100212036	SELECTIVE INHIBITION OF HISTONE DEACETYLASES 1 AND 2 AS A TREATMENT FOR CARDIAC HYPERTROPHY - The present invention provides for methods of treating and preventing cardiac hypertrophy. Class I HDACs, which are known to participate in regulation of chromatin structure and gene expression, have generally been considered as pro-hypertrophic in their action. However, the present invention demonstrates that inhibition of certain Class I HDACs should be avoided in the treatment of cardiac hypertrophy, thereby pointing toward selective, and not global, inhibition of Class I HDACs. In particular, the present invention provides for selective inhibition of HDACs 1 and/or 2, and the avoidance of inhibition of HDAC3.	08-19-2010

Scot Montgomery, Parsippany, NJ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20090164280	Franchise Administration System With Automatic Compliance Monitoring and Reporting Features - A franchise administration system having automatic compliance monitoring and reporting features is provided. Information about an entire franchise lifecycle, from initiation to termination, can be captured and managed in a central, web-based system. A user can define stipulations associated with a franchise agreement, as well as other milestones which must occur in accordance with the terms and conditions of the franchise agreement. The system monitors a franchisee's performance over time to determine whether the pre-defined stipulations are met. Defaults by the franchisee are automatically detected, classified according to severity, and processed by the present invention.	06-25-2009

Steven James Montgomery, Evansville, IN US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080269396	TELECHELIC POLYESTER/POLYCARBONATE/ORGANOCLAY NANOCOMPOSITES, AND RELATED METHODS AND ARTICLES - A composition comprises, based on the total weight of the composition, from 30 to 50 weight percent of an ionomeric telechelic polyalkylene ester comprising from 0.05 to 5 mole percent of sulfonate end groups; from 50 to 70 weight percent of a polycarbonate; from 0.1 to 10 weight percent of an organoclay; and from 2 to 12 weight percent of an impact modifier.	10-30-2008
20090170997	IONOMERIC POLYESTER COPOLYMER/ORGANOCLAY NANOCOMPOSITES, METHOD OF MANUFACTURE, AND ARTICLES FORMED THEREFROM - A composition comprises, based on the total weight of the composition from 79 to 99.79 weight percent of a polyester ionomer component, wherein the polyester ionomer component comprises, based on the polyester ionomer component, 0 to 40 wt. % of a non-ionomeric polyester, and 60 to 100 wt. % of a ionomeric polyester copolymer (i) non-ionomeric ester units and (ii) sulfonated ionomeric ester units, wherein the sulfonated ionomeric ester units are present in an amount from 0.05 to 5 mole percent of the total moles of ester units in the ionomeric polyester copolymer, from 0.1 to 6 weight percent of an organoclay; from 0.1 to 10 weight percent of an epoxy compound; and from 0.01 to 5 weight percent of a catalytic metal salt.	07-02-2009

William Montgomery, Cincinnati, OH US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20100318214	Baggage transportation security system and method - In a communications network, such as the Internet, the invention comprises a method for arranging for the transportation of baggage for airline passengers, that comprises the steps of checking in bags with a ground delivery operator, obtaining passenger identification information, confirming the identity of the passenger, collecting passenger airline flight information, collecting the baggage from the origin location by the ground delivery operator, marking the baggage with an identifier, transmitting baggage information via a communications network and associating the baggage information with the airline flight information, securely transporting the baggage from the origin location to the origin airport, monitoring the location of the baggage during the transporting step, and providing location information of the baggage via the communications network.	12-16-2010

William D. Montgomery, Flagstaff, AZ US

Patent application number	Description	Published
20080213463	Implantable product with improved aqueous interface characteristics and method for making and using same - An implantable medical device including a porous membrane that is treated with a hydrophilic substance to obtain rapid optimum visualization using technology for viewing inside of a mammalian body. These technologies include ultrasound echocardiography and video imaging such as that used during laparoscopic procedures.	09-04-2008
20090240267	Soft Tissue Defect Repair Device - An inguinal hernia repair device in the form of an implantable plug that is affixed at one end to the center region of a sheet of implantable material. The plug takes the form of a plurality of hollow members, arranged so as to be in substantially parallel relationship when implanted into a defect. The hollow members are preferably tubular members and are preferably bundled together by various means, such as bonding or wrapping a band or strand about the plurality of hollow members to maintain them in adjacent and contacting relationship during insertion into a defect. The device is provided with a base member for anchorage made of a composite material having a non-bioabsorable component and a bioabsorbable component.	09-24-2009
20110082536	IMPLANTABLE PRODUCT WITH IMPROVED AQUEOUS INTERFACE CHARACTERISTICS AND METHOD FOR MAKING AND USING THE SAME - An implantable medical device including a porous membrane that is treated with a hydrophilic substance to obtain rapid optimum visualization using technology for viewing inside of a mammalian body. These technologies include ultrasound echocardiography and video imaging such as that used during laparoscopic procedures.	04-07-2011