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Ralph C. Haddock, Iii, Melbourne, FL US
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20120318931 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR AUTOMATED ESTABLISHMENT OF A VEHICLE CONSIST - A method for controllably linking propulsion units in a vehicle consist includes transmitting a linking signal having an identity of a lead propulsion unit. A remote propulsion unit is remotely controlled by the lead unit when the identity matches a designated identity stored onboard the remote unit. A de-linking signal is transmitted from the lead unit when the lead unit is to be decoupled from the vehicle consist. The de-linking signal includes a replacement identity of a replacement propulsion unit. A replacement linking signal is transmitted from a second lead unit. The remote propulsion unit allows the second lead propulsion unit to remotely control the operations of the remote propulsion unit when replacement identity stored onboard the remote propulsion unit matches an identity that is communicated in the replacement linking signal. | 12-20-2012 |
20140081486 | ROLLBACK PROTECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method for preventing rollback of a rail vehicle from a stopped condition, includes receiving a first signal indicative of the rail vehicle's location, and, in response to the first signal, selecting from a lookup table one of a first plurality of pre-determined values of a braking parameter and selecting from the lookup table one of a second plurality of pre-determined values of a tractive effort parameter. In response to an order for movement, the method includes applying brakes of the rail vehicle, according to the selected value of the braking parameter; establishing tractive effort of the rail vehicle, according to the selected value of the tractive effort parameter; and, then, releasing the brakes of the rail vehicle to establish motion of the rail vehicle from the stopped condition. | 03-20-2014 |
Ralph C. Haddock, Iii, Melboume, FL US
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20140077040 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR POSITIONING A RAIL VEHICLE OR RAIL VEHICLE CONSIST - A tower control system, under an indexing mode of operation, receives a first signal from rail yard equipment. In response to the first signal, the tower control system establishes a positioning mode of operation. Under the positioning mode of operation, and in response to actuation of an interface of the tower control system, the tower control system sends a second signal to a lead powered rail vehicle of a consist. The second signal includes a first command to adjust a throttle setting of the lead powered rail vehicle, along with a second command to idle a throttle of any remote powered rail vehicle of the consist. | 03-20-2014 |
Ralph C. Haltiwanger, West Chester, PA US
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20140275102 | Solid State Forms of 6-[4-[3-((R)-2-Methylpyrrolidine-1-yl)-propoxy]phenyl] 2H-pyridazine-3-one Hydrochloride - Solid state forms of the compound 6-[4-[3-((R)-2-methylpyrrolidine-1-yl)-propoxy]phenyl]2H-pyridazine-3-one hydrochloride (Compound 1), processes for preparing the solid state forms, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, are provided. Compound 1 is a histamine H3 receptor antagonist/inverse agonist. Thus the provided solid state forms are useful, for example, for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of disorders mediated by the H3 receptor. | 09-18-2014 |
Ralph C. Mccann, Iii, Williamsburg, VA US
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20130173056 | Short-Range Sonar - A short-range sonar assembly. The assembly includes a local controller operably connected to a processing device and configured to receive instructions from the processing device, a first transducer operably connected to the local controller, a second transducer operably connected to the local controller; and a flared bell configured to house the local controller, first transducer, and second transducer. The flared bell includes a first enclosure configured to receive and house the first transducer and a second enclosure configured to receive and house the second transducer. The first transducer is configured to transmit one or more pulses and the second transducer is configured to receive echoed pulses. | 07-04-2013 |
20130173057 | Long-Range Sonar - A long-range sonar assembly for detecting objects approximately 2.5-9.5 meters from a robotic device. The assembly includes a printed circuit board including a local controller operably connected to a processing device and configured to receive instructions from the processing device, a transmit potentiometer operably connected to the local controller and configured to produce a first transmit frequency, and a receive potentiometer operably connected to the local controller and configured to produce a first receive sensitivity; a transducer operably connected to the receive potentiometer; and a flared bell configured to house the transducer and the printed circuit board, the flared bell comprising at least a first enclosure for receiving a sub-assembly comprising the printed circuit board and the transducer. | 07-04-2013 |
Ralph C. Meadows, Jr., Myrtle Beach, SC US
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20100186908 | Retractable shade system - A retractable shade system is disclosed which includes a continuous shade panel adapted for removable attachment to the flexible shade panel of the shade system. The continuous shade panel can be replaced with another continuous shade panel without having to remove or disconnect shade system hardware. | 07-29-2010 |
Ralph C. Munsen, Mahwah, NJ US
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20110191179 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROFILING LISTENERS TO IMPROVE CONTENT DISTRIBUTION AND LISTENER RETENTION - Listener data is gathered by obtaining first behavioral information from a user visiting a first website or mobile device using a first ID, obtaining second behavioral information from the user visiting a second website or mobile device that provides a different product from the first website using a second ID, correlating the first and second behavioral information to determine that they are that of a single user, associating the first ID with the second ID, and associating the first behavioral information with the second behavioral information. The method may use a device identifier for a device that accesses a streaming media site, and store information associated with the media site and the user's behavior. Credits can be assigned to the user based on the user's behavior, and promotions made available based on the user's behavior. The credits can then be accepted as tender for one or more of the promotions. | 08-04-2011 |
Ralph C. Solitario, Jr., West Chester, PA US
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20110130634 | PATIENT-MOUNTED RETRACTION - Patient-mounted retractors with varying configurations and/or features are provided, along with additional components for use therewith in provided patient-mounted retractor assemblies. Blade type and tube type patient-mounted retractors that may be re-positioned during the course of a procedure are provided in varying configurations and/or geometries suitable for varying procedures and/or patient anatomies. Applications of re-positionable patient-mounted retractor assemblies are particularly suitable for use in minimally invasive procedures, eliminating the need for table-mounted retraction assemblies and/or cannulas that restrict the operating environment. | 06-02-2011 |
20120029580 | ORTHOPEDIC IMPLANT SYSTEM - A surgical instrument is configured to introduce a spinal fixation rod into a vertebral implant such that once the spinal fixation rod is engaged with the surgical instrument and the surgical instrument is put into a retention configuration, the spinal fixation rod cannot be removed from the surgical instrument until the spinal fixation rod is properly located and oriented with respect to the surgical construct and the surgical instrument is released from the retention configuration. The surgical instrument for introducing a spinal fixation rod includes a surgical instrument body with an actuator, and an engagement assembly at opposing ends and a transfer assembly extending between the actuator and the engagement assembly. The surgical instrument can also be used as part of a method for introducing a spinal fixation rod. Additionally, the surgical instrument can be part of a kit for introducing a spinal fixation rod, the kit including a plurality of spinal fixation rods of varying shapes and sizes. | 02-02-2012 |
20140121704 | Orthopedic Implant System - A surgical instrument configured to introduce a spinal fixation rod into a vertebral implant. When the spinal fixation rod is engaged with the surgical instrument and the surgical instrument is put into a retention configuration, the spinal fixation rod cannot be removed from the surgical instrument until the spinal fixation rod is properly oriented with respect to the surgical construct and the surgical instrument is released from the retention configuration. The surgical instrument includes a surgical instrument body, an actuator, an engagement assembly, and a transfer assembly that extends between the actuator and the engagement assembly. The surgical instrument can also be used as part of a method for introducing a spinal fixation rod or part of a kit for introducing a spinal fixation rod. | 05-01-2014 |
20140257312 | VERTEBRAL MANIPULATION ASSEMBLY - A vertebral manipulation assembly includes a vertebral fixation assembly that is configured to be attached to a first vertebra and a second vertebra that is spaced from the first vertebra. The vertebral fixation assembly can include vertebral fixation members that attach to the first and second vertebrae, respectively. The vertebral manipulation assembly can further include a vertebral manipulation instrument that is configured to be coupled to the vertebral fixation assembly, and provide a first compression force that biases the first and second vertebral fixation members to move toward each other, and a second distraction force that biases the first and second vertebral fixation members to move away from each other. The vertebral manipulation instrument can include a coarse adjustment assembly that, when actuated, causes the first and second vertebral fixation members to incrementally move with respect to each other in first increments. The vertebral manipulation instrument can further include a fine adjustment assembly that, when actuated, allows for finer adjustment of the position of the first and second vertebral fixation members. | 09-11-2014 |
Ralph C. Solitario, Jr., Douglassville, PA US
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20100268284 | MINIMALLY INVASIVE FIXATION SYSTEM - A minimally invasive fixation system and method for providing access to a surgical site. The fixation system may include a holding assembly, the holding assembling preferably including a lateral implant holder which may be attached to a pedicle screw and a sleeve positioned in connection with the lateral implant holder to prevent the lateral implant holder from separating from the pedicle screw. The sleeve may further include a tissue protection portion to keep the tissue out of the surgical site. A holding sleeve may be operably connected to the holding assembly and pedicle screw and may be used to insert the pedicle screw into the body. Multiple constructs may be inserted into the body so that a portion of the holding assembly extends from the body and provides access to and visualization of the surgical site. A rod holder may also be used to insert a rod into the head of the screw. The rod may be held by the rod holder so that the rod may be angulated as the rod is inserted into the screw heads. Once the rod is positioned in the screw heads, locking caps and/or set screws may be positioned over the rod and engage the screw heads so that the position of the rod may be fixed with respect to the screws. In some embodiments, a movement mechanism may be used to move the screws relative to each other to compress and/or distract the vertebrae. | 10-21-2010 |
Ralph C. Wirsig, Perth Road Village CA
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20110297067 | Watercraft Stabilizing Device for Boarding or Exiting - An apparatus for stabilizing a watercraft for boarding or exiting comprising an elongated cradle arm support member for attaching vertically to a docking structure and a cradle arm for attaching to the cradle arm support member, in which the cradle arm has a generally V-shaped upper surface for cradling the under surface of a watercraft, restricting roll. The cradle arm is adjustably connecting the cradle arm support member, for selectively fixing the arm to the cradle arm support member in one of a range of vertical positions to accommodate changing water levels. | 12-08-2011 |
Ralph C. Wirsig, Ottawa CA
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20130206052 | Watercraft Stabilizing Device - An apparatus for stabilizing a watercraft, such as a kayak or canoe, for boarding or exiting, utilizing a paddle, comprising a quick insert/release paddle clamping device for mounting on a watercraft. The clamping device has laterally elongated jaws forming a C-shaped channel with a longitudinal slot for receiving a paddle shaft. The jaws have a deflectable lip portion configured to allow insertion and releasably retain the paddle shaft within the channel. The clamping device is mounted with the channel oriented horizontally and transverse to the fore-and-aft axis of the watercraft, with the slot disposed along a longitudinal side of the channel to allow insertion and removal the paddle shaft by fore-and-aft motion. Lateral spacing of paddle gripping regions minimizes twisting forces imposed on the clamping device when the outer end of the paddle engages an object to limit roll of the watercraft. | 08-15-2013 |