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Andre Steimle, Evry FR

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20090019326Self-synchronizing bit error analyzer and circuit - A self-synchronizing data bus analyser is provided which can include a generator linear feedback shift register (LFSR) to generate a first data set, and can include a receiver LFSR to generate a second data set. The data bus analyzer may also include a bit sampler to sample the first data set received through a data bus coupled to the generator LFSR and output a sampled first data set. A comparator can be included to compare the sampled first data set with the second data set generated by the receiver LFSR and provide a signal to the receiver LFSR to adjust a phase of the receiver LFSR until the second data set is substantially the same as the first data set.01-15-2009

Anton Steimle, Ruti CH

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20110220715ANALYSIS SYSTEM FOR ANALYZING BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES, METHODS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT THEREOF - An analysis system for analyzing biological samples, such as body fluids, methods implemented by the analysis system, and a computer program product for implementing the analysis system are disclosed. The system may include first and second lab devices, at least one of the lab devices may have a user identification component for identifying a user, a device identification component for identifying the lab device, and an interface component for sending a user identifier of the identified user and a device identifier of the lab device. The system may include a server computer having a server interface component for receiving the user identifier and the device identifier, and a processing component for determining a step of a workflow to be executed by the identified user, wherein the server interface component is operable to send a signal being indicative of a determined workflow to the lab device identified by the device identifier.09-15-2011

Ashley Steimle, Toms River, NJ US

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20100179558Apparatus And Methods For Inter-Operative Verification Of Appropriate Spinal Prosthesis Size And Placement - A distractor and measuring device includes a first handle operatively connected to a first paddle and a second handle operatively connected to a second paddle. The first and second handles are pivotally connected to one another such that movement of the handles relative to one another causes the paddles to move relative to each other. At least one transducer is positioned on at least one of the first and second handles for measuring an amount of force applied during distraction. A measurement rod is pivotally connected to the device and is movable in a longitudinal direction relative to the first and second paddles. A potentiometer is operatively connected to the measurement rod to measure the angular orientation of the measurement rod.07-15-2010

George Steimle, St. Petersburg, FL US

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20100058842SELF-PROPELLED SENSOR APPARATUS FOR IN SITU ANALYSIS OF ENVIROMENTAL PARAMETERS - A self-propelled apparatus for analyzing a component contained in a fluid medium. The self-propelled apparatus uses kinetic energy of the apparatus to drive a fluid under analysis through the apparatus. This is accomplished by use of a conveyance system that is attached to the analytical system of the apparatus. A sensor system is used to analyze the component collected within the confines of an analysis chamber, a part of the analysis system. The invention also includes a method of using the analytical apparatus.03-11-2010
20100058843SELF-PROPELLED SENSOR APPARATUS FOR IN SITU ANALYSIS OF ENVIROMENTAL PARAMETERS - A submersible, self-propelled apparatus for analyzing a component contained in a liquid medium. The submersible, self-propelled apparatus uses kinetic energy of the apparatus to drive a liquid under analysis through the apparatus. This is accomplished by use of a conveyance system that is attached to the analytical system of the apparatus. A sensor system is used to analyze the component collected within the confines of an analysis chamber, a part of the analysis system. The invention also includes a method of using the analytical apparatus.03-11-2010

Patent applications by George Steimle, St. Petersburg, FL US

Karl Steimle, Neubulach DE

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20110267157Bistable relay - On a bistable relay, in particular for the high-current range, having a coil arrangement and a movable armature, which armature is attracted or repelled by the magnetic flux that can be generated in the coil arrangement and in the process opens or closes contacts, and in the relay, at least one retention element is provided, with which the armature is fixable in its position, an electric reservoir is provided, with the energy of which the armature is movable into an OFF position of the relay.11-03-2011
20110267158RELAY WITH INTEGRATED SAFETY WIRING - A relay has a coil housing with a coil arrangement and a movable armature, which by a magnetic flux be generated in the coil arrangement by a coil current, permits or interrupts a flow of current via two main contact terminals; and a control unit in the coil housing for controls the coil current,11-03-2011
20120025936ELECTRONIC PLUNGER SWITCH - A plunger switch for use as a switch element in an electrical circuit, has a housing and a plunger movable axially in a bore of the housing in the direction of a longitudinal axis and when in an operating position in which it is depressed toward the housing, acts on an electronic sensor unit situated in the housing, which in turn initiates a switching procedure in the electrical circuit by electrical pulses, and the plunger, in its axial plunging region into the bore of the housing, is peripherally provided with at least one lubricating groove, which permits a lubricating fluid to travel into the axial plunging region between the plunger and bore, and the electronic sensor unit is protected from a penetration of lubricating fluid.02-02-2012

Robert F. Steimle, Austin, TX US

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20080199996METHOD FOR FORMING A SPLIT GATE MEMORY DEVICE - A method forms a split gate memory device. A layer of select gate material over a substrate is patterned to form a first sidewall. A sacrificial spacer is formed adjacent to the first sidewall. Nanoclusters are formed over the substrate including on the sacrificial spacer. The sacrificial spacer is removed after the forming the layer of nanoclusters, wherein nanoclusters formed on the sacrificial spacer are removed and other nanoclusters remain. A layer of control gate material is formed over the substrate after the sacrificial spacer is removed. A control gate of a split gate memory device is formed from the layer of control gate material, wherein the control gate is located over remaining nanoclusters.08-21-2008
20090042349SPLIT GATE MEMORY CELL AND METHOD THEREFOR - A split gate memory cell has a select gate, a control gate, and a charge storage structure. The select gate includes a first portion located over the control gate and a second portion not located over the control gate. In one example, the first portion of the select gate has a sidewall aligned with a sidewall of the control gate and aligned with a sidewall of the charge storage structure. In one example, the control gate has a p-type conductivity. In one example, the gate can be programmed by a hot carrier injection operation and can be erased by a tunneling operation.02-12-2009
20090111229METHOD OF FORMING A SPLIT GATE NON-VOLATILE MEMORY CELL - A method forms a split gate memory cell by providing a semiconductor substrate and forming an overlying select gate. The select gate has a predetermined height and is electrically insulated from the semiconductor substrate. A charge storing layer is subsequently formed overlying and adjacent to the select gate. A control gate is subsequently formed adjacent to and separated from the select gate by the charge storing layer. The charge storing layer is also positioned between the control gate and the semiconductor substrate. The control gate initially has a height greater than the predetermined height of the select gate. The control gate is recessed to a control gate height that is less than the predetermined height of the select gate. A source and a drain are formed in the semiconductor substrate.04-30-2009
20120107993METHOD OF MAKING A MICRO-ELECTRO-MECHANICAL-SYSTEMS (MEMS) DEVICE - A method of forming a MEMS device includes forming a sacrificial layer over a substrate. The method further includes forming a metal layer over the sacrificial layer and forming a protection layer overlying the metal layer. The method further includes etching the protection layer and the metal layer to form a structure having a remaining portion of the protection layer formed over a remaining portion of the metal layer. The method further includes etching the sacrificial layer to form a movable portion of the MEMS device, wherein the remaining portion of the protection layer protects the remaining portion of the metal layer during the etching of the sacrificial layer to form the movable portion of the MEMS device.05-03-2012

Patent applications by Robert F. Steimle, Austin, TX US

Vanz Mark Steimle, Huntington Beach, CA US

Patent application numberDescriptionPublished
20120131741Combinable and Interchangeable Water Features - Combinable and interchangeable water features used on a standard universal mounting system to create the desired color, style, jet, directional flow, filter, light, return fittings, or other water feature for a pool or spa. Some water features include removably attached and rotatable male receptor and female receiver connections to create a variety of water effects.05-31-2012

Xiao Steimle, Immenstaad DE

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20110143220THIAZOLE COMPOUNDS AS ADDITIVES IN ELECTROLYTE SOLUTIONS IN ELECTROCHEMICAL CELLS AND BATTERIES - The present invention relates to an electrolyte solution comprising at least one solvent as component A, at least one electrolyte as component B and from 0.1 to 20% by weight, based on the total electrolyte solution, of at least one heteroaromatic compound of the general formula (I) as component C, the use of such a compound in electrolyte solutions, the use of such an electrolyte solution in an electrochemical cell or for metal plating, and also electrochemical cells comprising a corresponding electrolyte solution.06-16-2011
20120082872ADDITIVE FOR ELECTROLYTES - Spiro ammonium salts as an additive for electrolytes in electric current producing cells, in particular electric current producing cells comprising a Li-based anode, are provided. In some embodiments, the electric current producing cell comprises a cathode, a Li-based anode, and at least one electrolyte wherein the electrolyte contains at least one spiro ammonium salt.04-05-2012

Xiao Steimle, Mannheim DE

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20110003071CATALYST INK COMPRISING AN IONIC LIQUID AND ITS USE IN THE PRODUCTION OF ELECTRODES, CCMS, GDES AND MEAS - The present invention relates to a catalyst ink comprising at least one catalytically active material and at least one ionic liquid, a process for producing this catalyst ink, a process for producing a membrane-electrode assembly (MEA) comprising at least one membrane and at least one electrode by applying this catalyst ink to a membrane or by applying this catalyst ink to any gas diffusion layer present, the use of this catalyst ink in the production of a membrane-electrode assembly (MEA), a catalyst coated membrane (CCM) or a gas diffusion electrode (GDE) and the use of an ionic liquid for producing a catalyst ink.01-06-2011