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Alexander Shoemaker, Green Oaks, IL US
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| 20110144112 | APOPTOSIS PROMOTERS - Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic protein family members, compositions containing the compounds and uses of the compounds for preparing medicaments for treating diseases during which occurs expression one or more than one of an anti-apoptotic protein family member. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110256129 | APOPTOSIS PROMOTERS - Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic protein family members, compositions containing the compounds and uses of the compounds for preparing medicaments for treating diseases during which occurs expression one or more than one of an anti-apoptotic protein family member. | 10-20-2011 |
Alexander R. Shoemaker, Green Oaks, IL US
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| 20110257187 | PHTHALAZIN-(2H)-ONE INHIBITORS OF KINASES - The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) or pharmaceutical acceptable salts, | 10-20-2011 |
| 20110257189 | PYRROLOPYRAZINONE INHIBITORS OF KINASES - The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) or pharmaceutical acceptable salts, | 10-20-2011 |
Anthony D. Shoemaker, Pittsburgh, PA US
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| 20080290186 | Gravity driven fluid supply vessel for dispensing an aromatic odor neutralizer - An aromatic odor neutralizer includes a vaporization chamber containing a wick with an end part immersed in fluid in a storage cup that is gravity fed from an airtight vessel by the use of air pathways exposed when the liquid level in the cup is reduced. The vaporization chamber is located in a dispenser housing with an internal passage between end walls and communicating with vents in the sides for aerodynamic airflow to efficiently absorb vapors from a vaporizer chamber. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20080292294 | Gravity driven fluid supply vessel for dispensing an aromatic odor neutralizer - An aromatic odor neutralizer includes a vaporization chamber containing a wick with an end part immersed in fluid in a storage cup that is gravity fed from an airtight vessel by the use of air pathways exposed when the liquid level in the cup is reduced. The vaporization chamber is located in a dispenser housing with an internal passage between end walls and communicating with vents in the sides for aerodynamic airflow to efficiently absorb vapors from a vaporizer chamber. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20080292508 | Apparatus for dispensing an aromatic odor neutralizer - An aromatic odor neutralizer includes a dispenser housing with an internal passage between end walls and communicating with vents in the sides for aerodynamic airflow to efficiently absorb vapors from a vaporizer chamber within the dispenser housing. The vaporization chamber contains a wick with an end part immersed in fluid in a storage cup that is gravity fed from an air tight vessel by the use of air pathways exposed when the liquid level in the cup is reduced. | 11-27-2008 |
| 20090108008 | STACKABLE CONTAINER - A container for storing welding electrodes includes a container body and a container cap constructed via thermoplastic injection molding. The container is constructed with walls that define an interior region and complementary upper and lower surfaces. When multiple containers are stacked together, the upper surface of one container engages the lower surface of an adjacent container thereby restraining lateral movement between the containers. However, the configuration of the upper and lower surfaces allows for longitudinal movement between the containers. | 04-30-2009 |
Anthony L. Shoemaker, Carlisle, OH US
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| 20110008585 | WATER-RESISTANT CORRUGATED PAPERBOARD AND METHOD OF PREPARING THE SAME - A method of preparing water-resistant corrugated paperboard includes providing a corrugated medium treated with a water-proofing agent on both sides thereof, and providing a liner treated with the water-proofing agent on at least an inner surface thereof. The liner and corrugated medium are adhered, with the inner surface of the liner adhered to the corrugated medium. The liner and corrugated medium are adhered with an adhesive composition comprising carrier starch, uncooked pearl starch, borax, a water-proofing resin, a penetration-enhancing additive, and water. The carrier starch comprises cooked starch and uncooked starch. The liner and corrugated medium are treated with the water-proofing agent prior to adhering the liner and corrugated medium. Due to the use of the particular adhesive composition for adhering the liner and the corrugated medium, use of liner treated with the water-proofing agent is possible with acceptable bonding and preservation of Cobb ratings. | 01-13-2011 |
Austin W. Shoemaker, Sarasota, FL US
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| 20100318915 | MORPHING BETWEEN VIEWS OF DATA - A method, apparatus, system, and signal-bearing medium are provided that in an embodiment morph between two graphical views of related content that share a common frame of reference. In an embodiment, the two views depict the same data at different resolutions. The morphing permits the viewer to visualize the relationship between the two views along a common axis or within a common frame of reference. In another embodiment, the two views may be a clip view and an timeline view. In the clip view, icons representing clips are the same size. In the timeline view, icons representing clips have a size proportional to the time of the clip when played. A virtual playhead icon is maintained in the same relative position in both views, so that a user's focus is maintained. | 12-16-2010 |
Charles B. Shoemaker, North Grafton, MA US
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| 20100209955 | Methods For The Delivery Of Toxins Or Enzymatically Active Portions Thereof - The present invention relates to methods, systems, and kits for intoxicating cells, neuronal and non-neuronal cells, with a toxin or fragment thereof. This is done by subjecting toxin substrate and a lipid or polymeric carrier (e.g., DNA uptake facilitating agent) to one or more cells for use in cell based assays. In an aspect, the methods of the present invention allow for high throughput assays and, as such, for the evaluation of drug candidates. | 08-19-2010 |
| 20100278826 | Designer Ubiquitin Ligases For Regulation Of Intracellular Pathogenic Proteins - The present invention relates to a designer or recombinant ubiquitin ligase molecule that includes an antibody fragment that is specific for a toxin active fragment, wherein the toxin active fragment is an enzymatically active fragment of one or more toxins or toxin serotypes; and an E3-ligase domain that comprises an E3-ligase or polypeptide that facilitates E2-mediated ubiquitination of the toxin active fragment. In an embodiment, the composition further includes a delivery system that allow the designer ubiquitin ligase to enter the cell. The present invention further includes methods for treating an individual intoxicated with a toxin by administering the designer ubiquitin ligase of the present invention. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20100278830 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR MULTI-ANTIBODY THERAPIES - The present invention relates to methods and systems for administering antibody therapeutic agents. The methods include administering one or more (e.g., two or three) binding agents, wherein each of the binding agents has a binding region that is specific to a portion of a disease agent and one or more copies of a tag. The binding agents can be specific to one or more portions of the same or different disease agents. The tag is the same for each of the binding agents. The methods include administering an anti-tag antibody, wherein the anti-tag antibody has an anti-tag region that is specific to the tag, and can have an immunoglobulin (e.g., IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM.). Disease agents include bacterial proteins, viral proteins, cancer cells, and proteins or toxins produced therefrom. In particular, the present invention includes methods and systems for binding agents that are specific to neurotoxins that cause botulism. | 11-04-2010 |
| 20110129474 | Methods And Systems For Multi-Antibody Therapies - The present invention relates to methods and systems for administering antibody therapeutic agents. The methods include administering one or more (e.g., two or three) binding agents, wherein each of the binding agents has one or more monomers that have a binding region that is specific to a portion of a disease agent and one or more copies of a tag. The binding agents can be specific to one or more portions of the same or different disease agents. The tag is the same for each of the binding agents. The methods include administering an anti-tag antibody, wherein the anti-tag antibody has an anti-tag region that is specific to the tag, and can have an immunoglobulin (e.g., IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM.). Disease agents include bacteria, bacterial proteins, viruses, viral proteins, cancer cells, and proteins or toxins produced therefrom or from other sources such as snakes, insects, plants, etc. In particular, the present invention includes methods and systems for binding agents having one or more monomers that are specific to neurotoxins that cause botulism. | 06-02-2011 |
Charles Bix Shoemaker, North Grafton, MA US
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| 20090163433 | ANTHELMINTIC AND/OR INSECTICIDE DEVELOPMENT - The use of a nucleic acid molecule encoding FAS in a nematode or arthropod, or a fragment or variant thereof, to identify or produce FAS as a target for: endectocide; anthelmintic and/or insecticide; development. | 06-25-2009 |
Craig Shoemaker, North Ridgeville, OH US
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| 20080234418 | Use of a Blend of Phthalate Plasticizers in Poly(Vinyl Halide) Compounds - Use of a blend of phthalate plasticizers is disclosed for flexible polyvinyl chloride compounds. The blend of plasticizers permits the compounds to achieve a 90° C. or higher ratings for usage in wire and cable articles. | 09-25-2008 |
Craig A. Shoemaker, Notasulga, AL US
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| 20100221286 | Modified live aeromonas hydrophila vaccine for aquatic animals - Safe and effective live vaccines against | 09-02-2010 |
| 20120244190 | Vaccination of Sex Reversed Hybrid Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus X O. aureus) With an Inactivated Vibrio vulnificus Vaccine - can cause infections in aquaculture-raised fish and is considered an opportunistic human pathogen. We isolated | 09-27-2012 |
Curtis L. Shoemaker, Round Rock, TX US
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| 20090324188 | DROP ACCESS LOCATION METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR HORIZONTAL CABLING IN MULTI-DWELLING UNIT APPLICATIONS - A drop access location system and method, where the system includes a duct containing one or more communications lines, where the duct is mountable to a generally flat surface. The system also includes a drop access box including a base and a removable cover having a low impact profile and or decorative appearance. A mounting section of the base is configured to fit over an outer shape of the duct and overhang therefrom. Slack storage is provided and includes one or more guides to route an accessed communications line to a coupling and to store excess amounts of the accessed communications line. The coupling device mounting area is configured to receive a coupling, adapter, or splice that connects the accessed communications line to a drop cable. The drop access location system and method can be utilized for horizontal cabling in multi-dwelling unit (MDU), multi-tenant unit (MTU) and other building applications. A system for installing the drop access location system is also provided. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20100316344 | ASSEMBLY TOOL AND OPTICAL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLY METHOD - An assembly tool for installing an optical fiber in an optical connector includes a base and a protrusion setting station. The base includes a connector mount disposed in the base. The connector mount can be configured to receive and secure the optical connector on the base where the connector has a housing and a connector ferrule. The protrusion setting station enables the craftsperson to set distance (or protrusion) that a terminal end of the optical fiber extends from an end face of the connector ferrule. The protrusion station includes a light source to illuminate the terminal end of the optical fiber, at least one black body absorber to eliminate unwanted reflected light and a window to visualize the terminal end of the optical fiber protruding from the end face of the connector ferrule. | 12-16-2010 |
| 20120090876 | ENCLOSURE FOR A CABLE CONNECTION - The present invention is directed to an enclosure for protecting a cable connection. The enclosure includes a sealing member contained within an inner shell. The sealing member is secured around the cable connection by slideably engaging a rigid outer shell over the inner shell. The inner shell has an external topography defining an inner shell profile and wherein the outer shell has an internal topography defining an outer shell profile such that the outer shell profile is similar to the inner shell profile. | 04-19-2012 |
David Shoemaker, Monroe, WA US
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| 20110072371 | APPLICATION PROGRAMMING INTERFACE FOR USER INTERFACE CREATION - Various embodiments related to an application programming interface for user interface creation are disclosed herein. For example, one disclosed embodiment provides an application programming interface, embodied on one or more data-holding subsystems, comprising user interface creation services for intermediately defining a user interface including one or more user interface elements as declarative extensible markup language data. The application programming interface further comprises compiler services for providing aspects of the declarative extensible markup language data to one or more compilers for compilation into two or more different machine code implementations, where each machine code implementation is natively executable without a virtual machine by a different hardware platform to present the user interface intermediately defined as declarative extensible markup language data. | 03-24-2011 |
David Shoemaker, Marlton, NJ US
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| 20110144600 | System for receiving oral human discharge - A system for receiving oral human discharge which includes a pail, container, or like receptacle having an open space for the receipt of such discharge, e.g. vomit, phlegm, etc. The receptacle is configured to be positioned within an opening in the upper section of a stand. An intermediate section extends between the upper section and a lower section. The lower section is designed to be removeably inserted between the mattress and frame platform or box spring of a bed or the cushions of a couch. The stand and, hence, the receptacle are thus positioned directly adjacent to the sick child, providing ready access for immediate use. Two receptacles are provided in stocked relation, so that when one is being cleaned, the other remains within the opening in the stand, ready for use. | 06-16-2011 |
David J. Shoemaker, Heath, OH US
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| 20120247623 | Optimization and Control of Metallurgical Properties During Homogenization of an Alloy - The homogenization cycle of an alloy is optimized and controlled by defining a target degree of transformation to achieve at least one metallurgical property for an alloy. The desired metallurgical properties include, but are not limited to, dissolving precipitation hardening phases, transforming insoluble phases into preferred phases and precipitating the dispersoid phases to the proper size and distribution. Using regression analysis, a transformation model is obtained to predict the degree of transformation of an alloy by analyzing the degree of transformation of a plurality of sample alloys subjected to heating at predetermine temperatures for predetermined amounts of time. | 10-04-2012 |
David T. Shoemaker, Ebensburg, PA US
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| 20110014022 | System for Handling and Wrapping Large Bales - A large bale transporter and an accompanying bale wrapper create a system for wrapping plastic around large bales retrieved by the transporter. The transporter has a loading apparatus that deposits large bales onto the load bed of the transporter until filled. The transporter is then manipulated to connect to a bale wrapper physically and operatively so that the bales can be moved into the wrapping apparatus. The frame of the transporter is pivotally connected to the axle to allow the rear end of the frame to be lowered to the ground to engage the bale wrapper and/or retrieve previously wrapped bales. The wrapping apparatus is powered by the drive mechanism of the transporter and is automatically disengaged when a pusher member placed at the end of the bales being discharged engages the drive coupler. An endless chain drive is drivable in opposite directions to move the bales on the transporter. | 01-20-2011 |
Douglas B. Shoemaker, Benoit, MS US
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| 20080289064 | Cotton Cultivar DP 141 B2RF - A cotton cultivar, designated DP 141 B2RF, is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of cotton cultivar DP 141 B2RF, to the plants of cotton DP 141 B2RF and to methods for producing a cotton plant produced by crossing the cultivar DP 141 B2RF with itself or another cotton variety. The invention further relates to hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the cultivar DP 141 B2RF with another cotton cultivar. | 11-20-2008 |
| 20090320150 | COTTON CULTIVAR DP 147 RF - A cotton cultivar, designated DP 147 RF, is disclosed. The invention relates to the seeds of cotton cultivar DP 147 RF, to the plants of cotton DP 147 RF and to methods for producing a cotton plant produced by crossing the cultivar DP 147 RF with itself or another cotton variety. The invention further relates to hybrid cotton seeds and plants produced by crossing the cultivar DP 147 RF with another cotton cultivar. | 12-24-2009 |
Eric Shoemaker, Pembroke, NH US
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| 20100181993 | DIRECTION DETECTION SENSOR - A sensor responsive to movement of a detection target includes a magnetic field transducer operative to provide a magnetic field signal proportional to a magnetic field associated with the detection target, a peak detector for tracking positive and negative peaks of the magnetic field signal to generate a tracking signal, and a comparator having a first input responsive to the magnetic field signal, a second input responsive to an input signal related to the tracking signal, and an output at which is provided an output signal comprising first pulses having a first pulse width when the detection target moves in a first direction and second pulses having a second pulse width when the detection target moves in a second direction. | 07-22-2010 |
Erika Leigh Shoemaker, Richardson, TX US
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| 20080213927 | METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING AN IMPROVED RESISTIVE STRUCTURE - Provided, in one embodiment, is a method for manufacturing a resistive structure. This method, without limitation, includes forming a substrate, and forming a tantalum-aluminum-nitride resistive layer over the substrate. Moreover, a bulk resistivity of the tantalum-aluminum-nitride resistive layer may be adjusted by varying at least one deposition condition selected from the group consisting of a flow rate ratio of nitrogen to argon, power, pressure, temperature and radio frequency (RF) bias voltage. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080214007 | METHOD FOR REMOVING DIAMOND LIKE CARBON RESIDUE FROM A DEPOSITION/ETCH CHAMBER USING A PLASMA CLEAN - Provided is a method for removing diamond like carbon residue from a deposition chamber. This method, in one embodiment, may include subjecting a deposition chamber including diamond like carbon residue to a plasma clean in the presence of fluorine containing gas and oxygen containing gas. The method may further include purging the deposition chamber having been subjected to the plasma clean with an inert gas, and pumping the deposition chamber having been subjected to the plasma clean. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080214016 | PROCESS FOR REACTIVE ION ETCHING A LAYER OF DIAMOND LIKE CARBON - Provided is a process for manufacturing a diamond like carbon layer. The process for manufacturing the diamond like carbon layer includes, without limitation, forming a layer of diamond like carbon over a substrate, and reactive ion etching the layer of diamond like carbon. | 09-04-2008 |
| 20080237865 | SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICE INCLUDING AN AMORPHOUS NITRIDED SILICON ADHESION LAYER AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE THEREFOR - Provided is a method for manufacturing a semiconductor device. The method for manufacturing the semiconductor device, without limitation, includes forming a first semiconductor layer over a substrate, and forming a second semiconductor layer over the first semiconductor layer, wherein an amorphous nitrided silicon adhesion layer is located between and adheres the first and second semiconductor layers. | 10-02-2008 |
Frederick W. Shoemaker, Longwood, FL US
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| 20110265444 | ENERGY RECOVERY AND STEAM SUPPLY FOR POWER AUGMENTATION IN A COMBINED CYCLE POWER GENERATION SYSTEM - A power generation system ( | 11-03-2011 |
Fred W. Shoemaker, Longwood, FL US
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| 20100146926 | SYSTEM FOR RECOVERING WATER FROM FLUE GAS - A power plant may include a combustion apparatus ( | 06-17-2010 |
Garth B.d. Shoemaker US
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| 20120007889 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR GENERATING PYRAMID FISHEYE LENS DETAIL-IN-CONTEXT PRESENTATIONS - A method for generating a presentation of a region-of-interest in an original image for display on a display screen, comprising: establishing a focal region for the region-of-interest at least partially surrounded by a shoulder region; creating a focal region image for the focal region by scaling the original image within the focal region by a focal region magnification; creating a shoulder region image for the shoulder region by scaling the original image within the shoulder region by a shoulder region magnification, the shoulder region magnification being less than the focal region magnification; and, overlaying the focal region image and the shoulder region image on the original image to thereby generate the presentation. | 01-12-2012 |
James A. Shoemaker, Chicago, IL US
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| 20120080450 | FOOD DISPENSER - A food dispenser comprise a flexible container with a spout member at the bottom end thereof. The bottom end of the container is supported by means of a cap stand which surrounds the spout member. The cap stand has a cap for closing or opening the dispenser in view of discharging a fluid food product. Because the cap stand has a collar which is at least partly transparent, the spout member as well as the discharge of the food product from the spout member can be readily observed by the consumer. Thereby, the consumer may control the dosing of the food product from the dispenser in a better way. | 04-05-2012 |
James D. Shoemaker, Clayton, MO US
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| 20100292437 | Polypeptides useful for appetite suppression - The present invention relates to polypeptides obtained from bear derivative isolate which are useful in suppressing appetite. The polypeptides of the present invention are most preferably between 12 and 13 amino acid residues in length and a mass of about 1249. The present invention also relates to a method of treating obesity by administering to obese subjects an effective amount of the polypeptides of the present invention. | 11-18-2010 |
Jim Shoemaker, Bettendorf, IA US
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| 20090218815 | Turbo compounding system - A system comprises a turbo generator having a switched reluctance machine having at least one pole-matched rotor and stator pair, a single phase inverter coupled to the turbo generator and further coupled to a direct current link, an inverter coupled to the direct current link, a motor generator coupled to the inverter. | 09-03-2009 |
Jim M. Shoemaker, Bettendorf, IA US
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| 20090323233 | APPARATUS AND METHOD OF DETERMINING INSULATION RESISTANCE IN AN UNGROUNDED MOBILE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL BUS SYSTEM - An insulation resistance detection system for use with a vehicle having a chassis. The system includes an electrical power source, an electrical system, and a detection circuit. The electrical system is electrically isolated from the chassis. The detection circuit is powered by the power source. The detection circuit includes a resistor electrically connected to the chassis. The detection circuit measures the voltage across the resistor to thereby determine insulation resistance between the electrical system and the chassis. | 12-31-2009 |
Jim Milton Shoemaker, Horicon, WI US
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| 20090288381 | Hybrid Electric Tool Carrier - A hybrid utility vehicle includes a tool-supporting frame and an electrical power source driven by an engine. Right and left rear wheels independently driven by permanent magnet electric motors and front wheels electrically steerable over a range of approximately 180 degrees operate under the control of a vehicle controller responsive to steering and speed input controls to provide zero turn radius operation with minimum slippage and tire scuffing. Space efficiency provided by the electric. steering and an electrically driven tool deck facilitate a variety of tool mounting configurations including a rear discharge deck with a chute passing under the vehicle frame between the driven wheels. An inverter connected to the electrical power source provides 110/220 volt output. The power source also functions as a high powered, high rpm, low noise starter motor. | 11-26-2009 |
| 20100199622 | HYBRID ELECTRIC TOOL CARRIER - A hybrid utility vehicle includes a tool-supporting frame and an electrical power source driven by an engine. Right and left rear wheels independently driven by permanent magnet electric motors and front wheels electrically steerable over a range of approximately 180 degrees operate under the control of a vehicle controller responsive to steering and speed input controls to provide zero turn radius operation with minimum slippage and tire scuffing. Space efficiency provided by the electric steering and an electrically driven tool deck facilitate a variety of tool mounting configurations including a rear discharge deck with a chute passing under the vehicle frame between the driven wheels. An inverter connected to the electrical power source provides 110/220 volt output. The power source also functions as a high powered, high rpm, low noise starter motor. | 08-12-2010 |
| 20110024601 | Suspension System Having Active Compensation for Vibration - A suspension system for a seat of a vehicle comprises a base, a linkage, and a seat attached to the base via the linkage. A pneumatic shock absorber provides a respective resistance level against movement of the seat with respect to the base based on a corresponding pressure level of air or gas within the pneumatic shock absorber. A set of cylindrical members are spaced apart beneath the seat. A tension member is arranged to engage the cylindrical members. The tension member is attached to the seat via a bracket. An electric motor is capable of driving one of the cylindrical members. A first sensor is arranged to detect first sensor data associated with an instantaneous position of the seat versus time. A controller generates a first control signal for the electric motor to change a height of the seat in opposition to a change in the instantaneous position of the seat and a second control signal to change the pressure level. | 02-03-2011 |
Jim Milton Shoemaker, Bettendorf, IA US
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| 20100289327 | Generation And Starting System - An agricultural vehicle including plurality of engines, a plurality of mechanical loads, a plurality of electrical generators, a plurality of electrical loads, at least one load sensor, and a controller. The plurality of engines includes a first engine and a second engine. The plurality of mechanical loads includes a first mechanical load and a second mechanical load. The first mechanical load is coupled to the first engine and a second mechanical load is coupled to the second engine. The plurality of electrical generators includes a first generator and a second generator. The first generator is coupled to the first engine and the second generator is coupled to the second engine. The plurality of electrical loads can be separately coupled to the first generator or the second generator. The at least one load sensor is configured to produce a signal representative of the first mechanical load on the first engine, the second mechanical load on the second engine, a sum of electrical loads on the first generator, and/or a sum of electrical loads on the second generator. The controller is configured to shift at least one of the plurality of electrical loads between the first generator and the second generator dependent upon the signal. | 11-18-2010 |
John Shoemaker, Ebensburg, PA US
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| 20110014014 | Implement for Transporting and Wrapping Large Bales - An implement for transporting and wrapping large round bales of forage material includes an elongated transporter having longitudinally extending rails and an endless chain associated with each rail to move large bales of forage material rearwardly along the rails toward the bale wrapper connected to the rearward end of the transporter. The bale wrapper can be devoid of wheels and is carried between job sites on top of the transporter bed, being loaded and unloaded through use of the endless chains associated with each rail. The bale wrapper receives operative power from the transporter drive mechanism. A bale loader elevates round bales from the ground onto the rails. Once fully loaded, a push gate pushes the round bales rearwardly toward the bale wrapper. | 01-20-2011 |
| 20110014022 | System for Handling and Wrapping Large Bales - A large bale transporter and an accompanying bale wrapper create a system for wrapping plastic around large bales retrieved by the transporter. The transporter has a loading apparatus that deposits large bales onto the load bed of the transporter until filled. The transporter is then manipulated to connect to a bale wrapper physically and operatively so that the bales can be moved into the wrapping apparatus. The frame of the transporter is pivotally connected to the axle to allow the rear end of the frame to be lowered to the ground to engage the bale wrapper and/or retrieve previously wrapped bales. The wrapping apparatus is powered by the drive mechanism of the transporter and is automatically disengaged when a pusher member placed at the end of the bales being discharged engages the drive coupler. An endless chain drive is drivable in opposite directions to move the bales on the transporter. | 01-20-2011 |
John B. Shoemaker, Leander, TX US
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| 20090051132 | LOAD MOVER - Apparatus for moving a load includes a flexible plastic sheet having a leading edge, a trailing edge, and two side edges. An elongated rigid element is secured to the leading edge of the sheet adjacent a hand opening through the sheet to provide a handle for pulling the mover when a load is on it. | 02-26-2009 |
Jon D. Shoemaker, Leesburg, IN US
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| 20110002811 | System and Method for Providing a Metal Sterilization Tray - The system contains a metal tray formed from a sheet of metal. A plurality of pockets is formed in the metal tray, wherein the plurality of pockets is formed from manipulating the sheet of metal. A cover is formed over the metal tray. Optionally, a base may be engaged with the cover, wherein the metal tray is formed to fit snugly between the cover and the base. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20120042808 | Modular Medical Instrument Table - A modular medical instrument table and method of using the same is provided. The modular medical instrument table includes a base and at least one support structure rising from the base, the support structure having a substantially vertical axis. At least one arm is removably affixed to the support structure, the arm having a first end proximate to the support structure and a second end distal from the support structure, wherein the second end of the arm is rotatable about the support structure. A shelf is attachable to the second end of the arm. | 02-23-2012 |
| 20120091024 | ORTHOPAEDIC INSTRUMENT STERILIZATION CASE - A sterilization case assembly includes a plurality of sterilization cases including a first sterilization case and a second sterilization case, the second sterilization case stacked upon the first sterilization case in a vertical direction, the second sterilization case being configured for both stacking offset from the first sterilization case in a direction transverse to the vertical direction and stacking inline from the first sterilization case in a direction transverse to the vertical direction. | 04-19-2012 |
| 20120156096 | Medical Sterilization Container Shape Memory Alloy (SMA)Valve - A medical sterilization container valve and method of making the same is provided. The medical sterilization container valve includes a valve housing affixed to a medical sterilization container. A first valve portion is attached to the valve housing. A second valve portion is proximate to the first valve portion, wherein the second valve portion is movable between at least a first position and a second position. A shape metal alloy (SMA) device is connected with the second valve portion, wherein the SMA device moves the second valve portion between the first and second positions. | 06-21-2012 |
Joseph R. Shoemaker, West Burlington, IA US
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| 20090222183 | METHOD AND SYSTEM TO CONTROL ELECTRONIC THROTTLE SENSITIVITY - An electronic throttle control system for a motorized vehicle includes a sensor providing a signal corresponding to a relative position of an accelerator pedal between an undepressed position and a fully depressed position at a first predetermined time interval. A memory device is provided for storing a plurality of provided signals. A controller is provided for averaging a predetermined number of provided signals and sending the averaged signal to the motor at a second predetermined time interval for modulating operating speed of the motor. Upon the memory device storing the predetermined number of provided signals, provided signals are discarded from the memory device on a first in, first out basis. | 09-03-2009 |
| 20120096843 | WORK VEHICLE LIFTING PERFORMANCE - A work vehicle includes a fluid circuit to operate at least one implement for performing work, the fluid circuit having at least a first operating mode and a second operating mode. The first operating mode is configured to operate within a first predetermined flow rate range within a first predetermined fluid pressure level range. The second operating mode is configured to operate within a second predetermined flow rate range and within a second predetermined fluid pressure level range. In response to the fluid circuit operating within the second operating mode, a maximum pressure value of the second predetermined fluid pressure level range is greater than a maximum pressure value of the first predetermined fluid pressure level range, and a maximum value of the second predetermined flow level range is less than a maximum value of the first predetermined flow level range. | 04-26-2012 |
Judith Shoemaker, Marlton, NJ US
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| 20110144600 | System for receiving oral human discharge - A system for receiving oral human discharge which includes a pail, container, or like receptacle having an open space for the receipt of such discharge, e.g. vomit, phlegm, etc. The receptacle is configured to be positioned within an opening in the upper section of a stand. An intermediate section extends between the upper section and a lower section. The lower section is designed to be removeably inserted between the mattress and frame platform or box spring of a bed or the cushions of a couch. The stand and, hence, the receptacle are thus positioned directly adjacent to the sick child, providing ready access for immediate use. Two receptacles are provided in stocked relation, so that when one is being cleaned, the other remains within the opening in the stand, ready for use. | 06-16-2011 |
Julie L. Shoemaker, Akron, OH US
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| 20120121805 | METHOD FOR FILLING WALL CAVITIES WITH EXPANDING FOAM INSULATION - The invention described herein generally pertains to the use of low boiling point, low vapor pressure blowing agents with froth polyurethane or polyisocyanurate foams to achieve superior cavity filling than when using conventional higher vapor pressure or more ozone-depleting blowing agents. | 05-17-2012 |
Kimberty E. Shoemaker, Bellevue, WA US
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| 20100167391 | GROWTH FACTOR HOMOLOG ZVEGF3 - Polypeptide growth factors, methods of making them, polynucleotides encoding them, antibodies to them, and methods of using them are disclosed. The polypeptides comprise an amino acid segment that is at least 90% identical to residues 46-163 of SEQ ID NO:2 or residues 235-345 of SEQ ID NO:2. Multimers of the polypeptides are also disclosed. The polypeptides, multimeric proteins, and polynucleotides can be used in the study and regulation of cell and tissue development, as components of cell culture media, and as diagnostic agents. | 07-01-2010 |
Larry Shoemaker, Cornelius, NC US
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| 20100274609 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZING SHIPPING PRACTICES - According to various embodiments, a load planning system is provided for simulating shipments based on a shipping entity's planned routing of packages and a shipper's (e.g., shipping entity customer) historical shipping volume. By using the load planning system to simulate shipments according to a variety of package routing plans, a user of the load planning system may identify shipping routes along which certain shipments may by-pass the sorting process of regional shipping hubs. These by-passing routes allow the shipping entity to provide the shipper with more efficient and less costly shipping options according to various embodiments. | 10-28-2010 |
Mark Kent Shoemaker, Newcomerstown, OH US
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| 20120023736 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STATOR BAR SHAPE TOOLING - Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems and methods for providing stator bar shape tooling. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for shaping an element. The method can include providing at least one constraining surface, wherein the at least one constraining surface is fabricated at least in part by selective laser sintering, and deforming an element with the at least one constraining surface to define at least an external shape of a formed element. | 02-02-2012 |
| 20120024465 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR STATOR BAR PRESS TOOLING - Certain embodiments of the invention may include systems and methods for providing stator bar press tooling. According to an example embodiment of the invention, a method is provided for pressing and curing insulation material on a shaped element. The method can include providing tooling. The tooling can include an inner press and an outer press, wherein at least an inner press surface associated with the inner press and an outer press surface associated with the outer press are fabricated at least in part by sintering. The method can include applying at least one of pressure or heat to insulation material in contact with a shaped element with the tooling, wherein the inner press surface and the outer press surface of the tooling conform to least an external portion of the shaped element. | 02-02-2012 |
Mark S. Shoemaker, Plymouth, MN US
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| 20090303104 | PSEUDO-RANDOM PULSE INTERVAL GENERATION IN NAVIGATION-AIDING DEVICES - An electronic circuit comprises a randomizing bit generator configured to generate a randomizing bit sequence based on a sequence selection input signal. The randomizing bit generator includes a counter operable to provide an individual starting count for the randomizing bit sequence and a parity generator responsive to an output of the counter. The circuit further comprises a pseudo-random number generator responsive to the randomizing bit generator. The pseudo-random number generator is operable to provide at least one pulsed signal based at least in part on the random bit sequence. The electronic circuit is operable to substantially eliminate interference in a series of pulsed signal transmissions comprising the at least one pulsed signal from each of two or more navigation devices, where each of the pulsed signals from each of the navigation devices is separated by an automatically adjustable time interval. | 12-10-2009 |
Mark S. Shoemaker, Minneapolis, MN US
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| 20080238763 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR CALIBRATING RADAR ALTIMETERS - A method for calibrating an altimeter is disclosed. The method comprises monitoring signal strength of one or more altitude measurements. Based on the signal strength, the method applies piecewise linear altitude correction to the one or more altitude measurements to generate altitude correction data. The method further determines a goodness-of-fit for the altitude correction data. The altitude correction data maintains a correct altitude measurement in the presence of variable signal strength. | 10-02-2008 |
Philip Alexander Shoemaker, Scotia, NY US
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| 20100065367 | Method of Manufacture of Composite Laminates, an Assembly Therefor, and Related Articles - A method is described for making a composite laminate formed by curing a stacked structure comprising at least two layers of strips of fibrous material impregnated with resin, wherein the strips in adjacent layers have different directional orientations. An apparatus is provided for simultaneously separating a band of fibrous material impregnated with resin into strips and depositing the strips between adjacent pin rows of a pinmat to form the stacked structure. | 03-18-2010 |
| 20110129863 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROCESSING SAMPLES ON POROUS SUBSTRATES - Methods and systems for processing samples fixed to a porous substrate generally comprising, a compressor defining one or more fluid isolation areas, a support, for the porous substrate, having an opening corresponding to one or more of the fluid isolation areas of the compressor, an actuator that causes at least a portion of the compressor to press against the porous substrate, a fluid inlet having access to the fluid isolation area at least when the compressor is pressed against the porous substrate, and a fluid outlet to receive fluid, through the opening in the support corresponding to the fluid isolation area of the compressor, at least when the compressor is pressed against the porous substrate. | 06-02-2011 |
| 20110132111 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS TO PREVENT PUNCH LOSS DURING AUTOMATED SAMPLE PROCESSING - Automated methods and systems for punching out pieces of a porous substrate for biological samples comprising: loading the porous substrate onto a support comprising a die and an opening; moving a receptacle support in at least a z-direction to position a receptacle relative to the support so that an opening in the receptacle is aligned and substantially flush with the opening in the support; actuating a punching head so that the punching head passes through the die, thereby punching a piece out of the porous substrate; and actuating an ejector pin to eject the punched piece from the porous substrate support and into the receptacle aligned with the opening in the support. | 06-09-2011 |
| 20110139345 | METHODS FOR MAKING A HOUSINGLESS HOLLOW FIBER FILTRATION APPARATUS - The invention provides a method of manufacturing a housingless hollow fiber filtration apparatus using batch, continuous, and semi-continuous processes. Also provided is manufacturing methods to increase rigidity of the apparatus. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110139723 | DISPOSABLE FLUID PATH SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROCESSING COMPLEX BIOLOGICAL MATERIALS - Disclosed herein is a disposable fluid path for processing complex materials. The disposable fluid path comprises a gravity assisted disposable system for separating a biological sample into two or more distinct submaterials through sedimentation. The fluid path is comprised of a sample delivery conduit and bag-set wherein the bag set comprising a tubing assembly, a separation assembly, and a filter assembly. Methods of using the system are also disclosed. | 06-16-2011 |
Phillip Alexander Shoemaker, Scotia, NY US
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| 20110143427 | HIGH-THROUGHPUT METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROCESSING BIOLOGICAL MATERIALS - A high-throughput system for processing biological material that comprises: a tray that supports a functionally-closed fluid path subsystem comprising, a vessel for containing and enabling the biological material to separate into two or more distinct submaterials; one or more receptacles to receive one or more of the submaterials from the vessel; a filtration device; a conduit through which one or more submaterials are transported between at least the vessel and the filtration device; and a first engagement structure; a processing unit comprising, a pumping device for moving one or more of the submaterials between at least the vessel and the filtration device via the conduit; a second engagement structure corresponding to the first engagement structure; a locking mechanism for at least temporarily holding the tray in a fixed position relative to the processing unit; a control device that automatically starts and stops the pumping device in response to one or more commands. | 06-16-2011 |
Robert Shoemaker, Boyds, MD US
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| 20090018141 | KINASE INHIBITORS, COMPOSITIONS THEREOF, AND METHODS OF USE THEREWITH - Provided herein are Compounds having the following structure: | 01-15-2009 |
Robert H. Shoemaker, Boyds, MD US
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| 20090192077 | North-2'deoxy -methanocarbathymidines as antiviral agents for treatment of kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpes virus - A method for the prevention or treatment of Kaposi's sarcoma or Kaposi's sarcoma-associated herpes virus infection by administering an effective amount of a cyclopropanated carbocyclic 2′-deoxynucleoside to an individual in need thereof is provided. | 07-30-2009 |
| 20100069423 | Use of Chk2 Kinase Inhibitors for Cancer Treatment - Described herein are Chk2-inhibitor compounds and derivatives thereof, and methods of treating or preventing disease and disease symptoms using the compounds and compositions thereof. | 03-18-2010 |
Susan A. Shoemaker, Elk River, MN US
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| 20090117334 | SYNTHETIC COMPOSITE STRUCTURES - A composite biomaterial having a continuous metal sheet with arcuate members that define a first fenestration pattern, and a polymer layer over at least one surface of the continuous metal sheet. The arcuate members elastically stretch to allow the continuous metal sheet to bend in more than one axis without buckling or wrinkling. | 05-07-2009 |
Susan M. Shoemaker, Elk River, MN US
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| 20100005658 | VENOUS VALVE, SYSTEM, AND METHOD WITH SINUS POCKET - A venous valve with a frame and valve leaflets that provide a sinus pocket. The venous valve provides for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the valve. | 01-14-2010 |
| 20100217310 | MODIFIED PLUG FOR ARTERIOTOMY CLOSURE - The disclosure provides a modified arteriotomy closure plug, the modification consisting of subjecting a bioabsorbable foam closure plug to radial compression and/or axial bending until at least some struts of the foam have been torn or elongated within at least one axially disposed region. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20100217312 | COMPOSITE PLUG FOR ARTERIOTOMY CLOSURE AND METHOD OF USE - The disclosure provides a composite arteriotomy closure plug, a method of manufacturing the composite arteriotomy closure plug, and a method for the use thereof. | 08-26-2010 |
| 20110071625 | VALVE APPARATUS, SYSTEM AND METHOD - A venous valve with a frame and a cover on the frame for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the valve. | 03-24-2011 |
| 20110230949 | Venous Valve, System, and Method With Sinus Pocket - A valve with a frame and valve leaflets that provide a sinus pocket. The valve provides for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the valve. | 09-22-2011 |
| 20110319981 | Venous Valve, System, and Method - A venous valve with a frame and a cover on the frame for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the valve. | 12-29-2011 |
| 20120035653 | MODIFIED PLUG FOR ARTERIOTOMY CLOSURE - The disclosure provides a modified arteriotomy closure plug, the modification consisting of subjecting a bioabsorbable foam closure plug to radial compression and/or axial bending until at least some struts of the foam have been torn or elongated within at least one axially disposed region. | 02-09-2012 |
| 20120130471 | Venous Valve Apparatus, System, and Method - A venous valve with a tubular frame that includes an outer surface and an inner surface opposite the outer surface and defining a lumen, and a cover over at least the outer surface of the tubular frame, where the cover includes surfaces defining a reversibly sealable opening for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the lumen. A system with the venous valve and a catheter including a proximal end and a distal end, the venous valve located between the proximal end and distal end of the catheter. A method including forming the venous valve and reversibly joining the venous valve and a catheter. A method including positioning at least part of the catheter including the venous valve at a predetermined location and deploying the venous valve from the catheter at the predetermined location. | 05-24-2012 |
| 20120209378 | Venous Valve With Sinus - A venous valve-with a structural member and valve leaflets that provide a sinus. | 08-16-2012 |
Thomas Carleton Shoemaker, Gaithersburg, MD US
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| 20110244707 | Apparatus and method securely connecting mating ends of multiple power cords - An apparatus for securely connecting mating ends of two power cords to prevent the mating ends of the two power cords from inadvertently or accidentally detaching from each other. The apparatus includes a flexible connector having a center segment, a first end and a second end. A preferred form of the flexible connector can readily accommodate varying configurations of mating ends of power cords. Preferably, the flexible connector is substantially symmetrical to facilitate installation. The first end has a first opening and the second end has a second opening. The center segment, the first end and the second end are manipulable to form a first retaining member and a second retaining member for securing a first end of a first power cord to a first end of a second power cord. Preferably, the flexible connector is configured such that it may not be inadvertently or accidentally dislodged from the first power cord or the second power cord. The first retaining member is adapted to receive the first end of the first power cord. The second retaining member is adapted to receive the first end of the second power cord. Preferably, the first retaining member and the second retaining member are adjustable. | 10-06-2011 |
William Shoemaker US
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| 20090165708 | Spherical Striping Apparatus - My invention relates to a method and apparatus for painting a stripe on the outside surface of spherical objects such as golf balls with their axes horizontal and rotating during the painting operation, the stripe is being painted circularly around the sphere with the axis as the center. The sphere being striped is supported for free rotation about its horizontal axis by bushing cups that are mounted on rotating shafts with a spring to apply pressure inward holding sphere in place. A felt tip paint marker or refillable ink marker, that is in contact with the sphere or golf ball, applies a stripe to outside surface so it may be identified as a range ball. | 07-02-2009 |