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Steven T. Arakawa, Winfield, IL US
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20150045597 | INTEGRATED PROCESS FOR GASOLINE OR AROMATICS PRODUCTION - A process for increasing the yields of hydrocarbon components to gasoline blending pools from a hydrocarbon feedstock is presented. The process includes separating a naphtha feedstock to components to a first stream that are more readily processed in a cracking unit and to components in a second stream that are more readily processed in a reforming unit. | 02-12-2015 |
20150045598 | FLEXIBLE PROCESS FOR ENHANCING STEAM CRACKER AND PLATFORMING FEEDSTOCKS - A process for increasing the yields of light olefins or shifting to increase the hydrocarbon components to gasoline blending pools from a hydrocarbon feedstock is presented. The process includes separating a naphtha feedstock to components to a first stream that are more readily processed in a cracking unit and to components in a second stream that are more readily processed in a reforming unit. The process includes the ability to convert components from the cracking stream to the reforming stream, and to convert components from the reforming stream to the cracking stream. | 02-12-2015 |
Steven T. Awiszus, Woodbury, MN US
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20090318076 | REMOTELY CONFIGURABLE WIRELESS INTERCOM SYSTEM FOR AN ESTABLISHMENT - A remotely configurable wireless intercom system and method for an establishment having a staff. A base station is connectable to a wide area communication network. A plurality of headsets are in two-way wireless communication with the base station. Wireless communication between each of the plurality of headsets and the base station are configurable with at least one parameter being adjustable by the staff of the establishment. The parameter is remotely reviewable and being remotely adjustable via the wide area communication network. Also disclosed is a method of providing a remotely configurable wireless intercom system. Wireless communication is configured between each of the plurality of headsets and the base station with at least one parameter being adjustable by the staff of the establishment. The parameter is remotely reviewed and adjusted via the wide area communication network. A parameter is reviewable and may be remotely reset via the wide area communication network, particularly if a fault condition exists. | 12-24-2009 |
20130080269 | ORDER TAKING SYSTEM & METHOD WITH LOCAL AND/OR REMOTE MONITORING - An order taking system and method for an establishment enabling a customer to place an order for an item from the establishment. Order placing equipment is located near the establishment being capable of receiving the order for the item from the customer. A first voice communication link is established between local order placing equipment and a remote facility. A second voice communication link is established between the order placing equipment and the local order receiving facility. The order taking system is operable in a first mode operatively coupled via the first voice communication link between the order placing equipment and the remote facility and in a second mode operatively coupled via the second communication link between the order placing equipment to the local order taking facility. | 03-28-2013 |
20130329905 | MODULAR COMMUNICATION DEVICE AND SYSTEM - The technology disclosed herein relates to a modular communication device and a system. The modular communication device has a speaker carrier and an electronics module. The speaker carrier has a speaker and an attachment portion, and the electronics module has a wireless transceiver. The speaker carrier and the electronics module are detachably coupled so that the electronics module provides audio signals to the speaker when the speaker carrier and electronics module are coupled. The speaker carrier can be removed from and attached to the electronic module. In one embodiment, the system generally has two or more modular communication devices and a base station that allows communication between the modular communication devices. | 12-12-2013 |
20140170984 | REMOTELY CONFIGURABLE WIRELESS INTERCOM SYSTEM FOR AN ESTABLISHMENT - Systems and methods associated with an intercom system for a drive-through, quick service restaurant facility is disclosed. Generally, a plurality of headsets is configured for communication with a base station. A speaker is associated with the drive-through facility is configured to be located near a menu board, and is configured for communication with the base station. A microphone is also configured to be located near the menu board and configured for communication with the base station. A plurality of parameters control the configuration of the intercom system, and the base station is connectable to a wide area communication network to enable remote adjustment of the plurality of parameters. | 06-19-2014 |
20150215442 | REMOTELY CONFIGURABLE WIRELESS INTERCOM SYSTEM FOR AN ESTABLISHMENT - Systems and methods associated with an intercom system for a drive-through, quick service restaurant facility is disclosed. Generally, a plurality of headsets is configured for communication with a base station. A speaker is associated with the drive-through facility is configured to be located near a menu board, and is configured for communication with the base station. A microphone is also configured to be located near the menu board and configured for communication with the base station. A plurality of parameters control the configuration of the intercom system, and the base station is connectable to a wide area communication network to enable remote adjustment of the plurality of parameters. | 07-30-2015 |
Steven T. Awiszus, St. Paul, MN US
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20110306379 | REMOTELY CONFIGURABLE WIRELESS INTERCOM SYSTEM FOR AN ESTABLISHMENT - Systems and methods associated with an intercom system for a drive-through, quick service restaurant facility is disclosed. Generally, a plurality of headsets is configured for communication with a base station. A speaker is associated with the drive-through facility is configured to be located near a menu board, and is configured for communication with the base station. A microphone is also configured to be located near the menu board and configured for communication with the base station. A plurality of parameters control the configuration of the intercom system, and the base station is connectable to a wide area communication network to enable remote adjustment of the plurality of parameters. | 12-15-2011 |
Steven T. Bartolomucci, Port Sanilac, MI US
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20150173346 | HEAD HARNESS FOR TREE-STAND USERS - A head harness for use by hunters who are already secured by a torso-type safety harness when sitting in a tree stand. The head harness comprises a headband or headband-incorporating cap worn by the hunter, a connector at the rear of the headband, and a receiver secured to the tree at a height corresponding to the hunter's head when sitting in the tree stand. The receiver and connector are configured to mate, with a connection that resists the nodding motion of the hunter's head if the hunter begins falling asleep, thereby helping to prevent falls from the tree stand that would be initiated in the direction of the nodding head. | 06-25-2015 |
Steven T. Blasen, Peosta, IA US
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20150084309 | WORK VEHICLE CHASSIS ARTICULATION JOINT - An articulated chassis work vehicle has an articulation joint rotatably coupling separate engine and equipment frames of the vehicle chassis. The articulation joint can have upper and lower joint assemblies. One or both of the upper and lower joint assemblies are constructed and arranged so that a corresponding bearing assembly is located between a single tab-like lug of each frame. In one arrangement, the articulation joint does away with clevis connections at both the upper and lower joint assemblies such that the available space within the articulation joint defined between the innermost upper and lower lugs is not reduced by additional lug and bearing components of either joint assembly. | 03-26-2015 |
20150280187 | BATTERY COMPARTMENTS WITH SERVICE PLATFORMS - Battery compartments with service platforms are disclosed. An example battery compartment apparatus includes a housing to store at least one battery of a working machine. A cover is removably attached to the housing and the cover is positionable between an operable position and a service position. A tray to hold the at least one battery is disposed on a base of the housing. The cover at least partially supports the tray in the service position. | 10-01-2015 |
Steven T. Byrne, Holland, OH US
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20150145320 | METHOD OF CONNECTING NON-SYMMETRICAL INSIDE DIAMETER VEHICLE SPINDLE TO STATIONARY HOUSING AND AXLE ASSEMBLY - A process for connecting a non-symmetrical inside diameter vehicle spindle to a stationary housing is provided. Low and high stress areas of the spindle are determined, where correspondingly reduced and increased material cross sections are provided or increased cross sections are located in an orientation relative to a spindle axis. Consequently, the low and high stress areas of the spindle are aligned with corresponding areas of the stationary housing. Then, the spindle and stationary housing are connected by way of friction welding. This in turn results in selecting a section modulus of the connection of the spindle to the stationary housing, thereby achieving the lowest weight to strength ratio for the connection. | 05-28-2015 |
Steven T. Cho, Chandler, AZ US
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20090157040 | DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE BASED FLOW SENSOR ASSEMBLY FOR MEDICATION DELIVERY MONITORING AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - A differential pressure based flow sensor assembly and method of using the same to determine the rate of fluid flow in a fluid system. The sensor assembly comprises a disposable portion, and a reusable portion. A flow restricting element is positioned along a fluid flow passage between an inlet and an outlet. The disposable portion further has an upstream fluid pressure membrane and a downstream fluid pressure membrane. The reusable portion has an upstream fluid pressure sensor and a downstream fluid pressure sensor. The upstream fluid pressure sensor senses the upstream fluid pressure at a location within the fluid flow passage between the inlet and the flow restricting element. The downstream fluid pressure sensor senses the downstream fluid pressure at a location within the fluid flow passage between the flow restricting element and the outlet. The process utilizes output of the sensors to calculate the flow rate of the fluid. | 06-18-2009 |
Steven T. Coryell, California, MD US
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20110138672 | Firearm cartridge speed loader - The firearm cartridge speed loader includes a shaft, a reload cylinder, and a rotation limit assembly at an interface between the shaft and cylinder. The reload cylinder has a plurality of pockets or chambers to hold bullet or ammunition cartridges, and the shaft includes an interference wheel configured to selectively clamp the cartridges in the pockets by simple rotation of the shaft within the limits defined by the rotation limit assembly. The rotation limit assembly includes a rotation-stop pin riding in an arcuate slot that defines the limits of shaft rotation, and a spring loaded spherical ball that selectively engages one of two detents to lock the shaft into the clamping or releasing positions, the disposition of the detents corresponding to the defined limits of the arcuate groove. | 06-16-2011 |
Steven T. Drawert, San Antonio, TX US
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20140214750 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR UTILIZING TELEMATICS DATA - A computer system and method for performing predictive analytics on telematics data regarding an entity. The computer system having a memory configured to store instructions and a processor disposed in communication with the memory. The processor upon execution of the instructions is configured to receive telematics data regarding an entity and analyze the received telematics data to identify a pattern of behavior. A behavioral conclusion and/or meaning is then determined for the entity based on analysis of the received telematics data. | 07-31-2014 |
Steven T. Haensgen, Mukwonago, WI US
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20100328825 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING A FAULT CONDITION - A system and method for detecting a fault condition by a relay is provided. The system includes means for detecting phase currents through three electrical phases, means for detecting a ground fault current, a processor configured to perform a current-based function based upon at least one of the phase currents and a filter. The processor is configured to perform current-based functions based on whether the filter is enabled or disabled. | 12-30-2010 |
Steven T. Hoshor, Ames, IA US
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20090178521 | METHOD AND APPARTUS FOR SAWING LINEAL MATERIAL TO LENGTH - An enhancement for use with automatically cycled saw systems that provides an operator access to two-hand anti-tie down buttons and other machine control functions while manually crowding the material to be cut against the saw's fence. | 07-16-2009 |
Steven T. Joanis, Denver, CO US
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20130275276 | LICENSABLE CONTENT MARKETPLACE - Embodiments of the invention are directed toward a content marketplace where digital content can be offered for use by licensees in exchange for a license from a licensor. In some embodiments the content marketplace can provide this licensing forum without hosting the digital content. Instead, the content market place can provide links to the digital content at a digital content host (e.g. third party website). For instance, the content marketplace can embed the digital content into the content market place by embedding an Internet address that points to the digital content at the digital content host. In some embodiments the content marketplace can also provide, among other things, searchable index of digital content available for license, license attributes for license agreements, descriptions of the digital content, and/or standard licenses that can be agreed upon. | 10-17-2013 |
Steven T. Jones, Twinsburg, OH US
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20160067886 | CUTTING PLATFORM AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME - A cutting platform for supporting a cutter adjacent a concrete pad and a method of making clean cuts into the pad is disclosed. The platform includes a base having an upper surface positioned so that it is level with an upper surface of the pad. The cutter is received on the base's upper surface and is rollable onto the pad's upper surface. One or more support legs extend downwardly from a lower surface of the base and are adjustable in length. At least one arm extends outwardly from the base and rests on the pad's upper surface. A replaceable insert is received in a recess in the first end of the base adjacent the pad. The cutter's blade is actuated and cuts initially into the insert. As the cutter rolls from the base onto the pad, a clean cut is made into the side and upper surface of the pad. | 03-10-2016 |
Steven T. Jurvetson, Menlo Park, CA US
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20110270678 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING REAL-TIME KEYWORDS FOR TARGETING ADVERTISING IN WEB SEARCH AND SOCIAL MEDIA - As the result of a keyword search, real time and social news stream Web search results are retrieved and analyzed to build a topic model of n-grams. The n-grams of the topic model are treated as ad-based keywords to determine advertisements to be displayed in conjunction with the real time Web search results. The real time Web search results and the advertisements are then be presented or displayed for user consumption or review. | 11-03-2011 |
Steven T. Kanefsky, Redmond, WA US
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20100094976 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR SHARING WIRELESS CONTENT - Embodiments of the invention allow the convenient transmission of URLs or content corresponding to URLs from a WAP/i-mode-enabled mobile device to any other device across a network. In an embodiment, a URL corresponding to content accessed by WAP/i-mode-enabled mobile device is transmitted to an application server. The WAP/i-mode-enabled mobile device further transmits a destination address for the content to the application server. The application server then transmits the URL corresponding to the content to the destination address. The URL can then be used to render the corresponding content at the destination address. In another embodiment, a URL corresponding to content accessed by the WAP/i-mode-enabled mobile device is transmitted to an application server. The WAP/i-mode-enabled mobile device further transmits a destination address for the content to the application server. The application server then fetches the content corresponding to the URL and transmits the content to the destination device. | 04-15-2010 |
Steven T. Kanefsky, Palo Alto, CA US
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20110276569 | CACHING ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT RESOURCES IN A CLIENT DEVICE HAVING AN ELECTRONIC RESOURCE DATABASE - An electronic document references one or more electronic document resources stored on a host device. The host device may indicate in the electronic document that an electronic document is cacheable by a client device. When an electronic document resource is identified as cacheable by the client device, the client device caches the electronic document resource in a database stored in a computer-readable medium of the client device. The client device may also generate an electronic document resource catalog that identifies those electronic document resources that are cached in the database. When the client device next requests the electronic document from the host device, the client device may transmit the electronic document resource catalog to the host device. Upon receiving the electronic document resource catalog, the host device may modify the electronic document so that the electronic document references the electronic document resources cached in the database of the client device. | 11-10-2011 |
20120023120 | PREDICTIVE QUERY SUGGESTION CACHING - Methods, systems, an apparatus, and computer program products, for pre-caching query suggestions. In one aspect, a method includes receiving from a client device a request for a search resource; providing to the client device in response to the request the search resource, the search resource including: first instructions that cause the client device to generate a search interface that includes a first query input field; initial query suggestions; second instructions that cause the client device to: store the initial query suggestions in a suggestion store on the client device; compare query characters input in the first query input field to the query suggestions stored in the suggestion store; select query suggestions that match the query characters input in the first query input field based on the comparison; and display the selected query suggestions as query suggestions for the query characters input into the first query input field. | 01-26-2012 |
20140025896 | CACHING ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT RESOURCES IN A CLIENT DEVICE HAVING AN ELECTRONIC RESOURCE DATABASE - An electronic document references one or more electronic document resources stored on a host device. The host device may indicate in the electronic document that an electronic document is cacheable by a client device. When an electronic document resource is identified as cacheable by the client device, the client device caches the electronic document resource in a database stored in a computer-readable medium of the client device. The client device may also generate an electronic document resource catalog that identifies those electronic document resources that are cached in the database. When the client device next requests the electronic document from the host device, the client device may transmit the electronic document resource catalog to the host device. Upon receiving the electronic document resource catalog, the host device may modify the electronic document so that the electronic document references the electronic document resources cached in the database of the client device. | 01-23-2014 |
Steven T. Kosakura, Tustin, CA US
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20100033682 | High dynamic range scenographic image projection - A high dynamic range scenographic image and video projection system and method involving the projection of an image of an object or collection of objects onto the object, 2D or 3D, in such a manner than projected image elements are positioned substantially on the actual image of the object. The projection enhances or otherwise alters the hue, contrast, brightness, saturation, luminance, and/or other visible features of the object. Visual and not-visual features may be projected onto the object or the area around the object to enhance or disguise the object as well as the surroundings of the object. | 02-11-2010 |
20120154695 | High Dynamic range scenographic image projection - A high dynamic range scenographic image and video projection system and method involving the projection of an image of an object or collection of objects onto the object, 2D or 3D, in such a manner than projected image elements are positioned substantially on the actual image of the object. The projection enhances or otherwise alters the hue, contrast, brightness, saturation, luminance, and/or other visible features of the object. Visual and not-visual features may be projected onto the object or the area around the object to enhance or disguise the object as well as the surroundings of the object. | 06-21-2012 |
Steven T. Ladoulis, Brookline, MA US
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20090099918 | Funds accumulation systems and methods - The disclosed systems and methods leverage the buying power of persons affiliated with the Participating Organization (hereafter “Affiliated Individuals”) by negotiating discounts with a network of Preferred Providers of good and services. Funds are generated in the form of discounts when Affiliated Individuals use a particular spending vehicle to make purchases from a Preferred Provider. According to one embodiment, the discounts are not returned to purchasers at the point of sale but are instead transmitted to a System Administrator where they are pooled for the benefit of the Participating Organization. | 04-16-2009 |
Steven T. Lendzion, Commerce Twp., MI US
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20100061179 | Paint system - A paint system containing at least one pump | 03-11-2010 |
Steven T. Letko, Hermantown, MN US
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20120299321 | ORANGE PEEL GRAPPLE - A hydraulic orange peel material handling grapple that is attachable to a boom stick on a material handling machine is used for recycling or material handling in grabbing odd shaped objects, unprocessed scrap and scooping up small items and shredded scrap. The grapple includes a central tower having at least four aligned upper and lower mounting ears circumferentially arranged equally distant from each other. A hydraulic cylinder with a ram is mounted to each upper ear. A set of at least four interchangeable pointed-shaped tines are provided for grabbing the odd shaped objections and unprocessed scrap. A set of four interchangeable flat-shaped tines that are used for scooping up small items and shredded scrap are also provided. Each tine has a cylinder ram mount ear on an upper portion of the tine for mounting the cylinder ram and an uppermost mount distal from the tine tip for pivotally mounting the tine to one of the lower frame mounting ears. The cylinder ram mount ear of the flat-shaped tine is closer to the lower tine pivot ear on the tower than the cylinder ram mount ear of the pointed-shaped tine is to the lower tine pivot mount ear. | 11-29-2012 |
20160047460 | SLEWING RING GREASE ASSEMBLY - A slewing ring grease assembly for providing grease to internal gear teeth of a slewing ring. The slewing ring grease assembly includes a bulkhead fitting having a flange and a shaft, the shaft extends through a hole in the bulkhead attached to the slewing ring such that the shaft extends over the internal gear teeth of the slewing ring. The bulkhead fitting flange is secured to the bulkhead on a side opposite the internal gear teeth of the slewing ring. A passage through the bulkhead fitting is provided which is capable of delivering grease through the bulkhead fitting and onto the internal gear teeth of the slewing ring. The grease assembly may include a wall fitting extending through a wall of housing supporting the bulkhead and a connecting tube capable of delivering grease from the wall fitting to the passage of the bulkhead fitting. | 02-18-2016 |
20160059328 | DEMOLITION SHEAR AND DEMOLITION SHEAR PIERCING TIP INSERT AND NOSE CONFIGURATION - A demolition shear and a piercing tip insert and nose configuration for a demolition shear which resists nose wear and resists retract forces exerted on the piercing tip insert in jamming situations and in the event of snagging of the piercing tip insert. There is a need for a demolition shear having a piercing tip insert and nose configuration to reduce nose wear and to resist retract forces exerted on the piercing tip insert in jamming situations and in the event of snagging of the piercing tip insert. | 03-03-2016 |
20160061230 | HYDRAULIC SWIVEL ASSEMBLY - A hydraulic swivel assembly includes a hydraulic swivel having a plurality of ports on a base and a plurality of ports on a rotatable extension. A manifold block is secured to the base, and has a corresponding plurality of ports matingly aligning with the plurality of ports of the base, whereby the plurality of ports of the manifold block are adapted to couple to a first set of hydraulic lines from a non-rotating member and the plurality of ports on the rotatable extension are adapted to couple to a second set of hydraulic lines which rotate with the rotatable member. | 03-03-2016 |
Steven T. Luebbers, Columbus, OH US
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20110142962 | Oral Rehydration Solutions Comprising Dextrose - The present disclosure is directed to oral rehydration solutions, and the use of these solutions to prevent dehydration due to fever. The oral rehydration solutions of the present disclosure may be oral rehydration solutions comprising about 12 mEq/L to about 18 mEq/L of sodium, from about 11 g/L to about 60 g/L of dextrose, a zinc source, and less than about 25 mEq/L of citrates. The pH of the oral rehydration solutions can be controlled by adjusting the amount of dextrose present in the oral rehydration solutions, allowing for formulation of oral rehydration solutions comprising lower levels of citrates. | 06-16-2011 |
20130243904 | NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS HAVING IMPROVED ORGANOLEPTIC PROPERTIES - Disclosed are nutritional products comprising pea protein hydrolysates as a primary or sole source of protein. The nutritional products include nutritional liquids, powders, bars, and other food products, wherein the resulting nutritional products are physically stable over shelf life and provide favorable organoleptic properties. These nutritional products may be used as a nutritional source for individuals who are intolerant and/or allergic to cow milk proteins and soy proteins and/or who have malabsorption, maldigestion, or other gastroinstestinal conditions. | 09-19-2013 |
Steven T. Mayer, Aurora, OR US
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20150267306 | WET ETCHING METHODS FOR COPPER REMOVAL AND PLANARIZATION IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING - Exposed copper regions on a semiconductor substrate can be etched by a wet etching solution comprising (i) one or more complexing agents selected from the group consisting of bidentate, tridentate, and quadridentate complexing agents; and (ii) an oxidizer, at a pH of between about 5 and 12. In many embodiments, the etching is substantially isotropic and occurs without visible formation of insoluble species on the surface of copper. The etching is useful in a number of processes in semiconductor fabrication, including for partial or complete removal of copper overburden, for planarization of copper surfaces, and for forming recesses in copper-filled damascene features. Examples of suitable etching solutions include solutions comprising a diamine (e.g., ethylenediamine) and/or a triamine (e.g., diethylenetriamine) as bidentate and tridentate complexing agents respectively and hydrogen peroxide as an oxidizer. In some embodiments, the etching solutions further include pH adjustors, such as sulfuric acid, aminoacids, and carboxylic acids. | 09-24-2015 |
20150315720 | ELECTROLYTE CONCENTRATION CONTROL SYSTEM FOR HIGH RATE ELECTROPLATING - An electroplating apparatus for filling recessed features on a semiconductor substrate includes a vessel configured to maintain a concentrated electroplating solution at a temperature of at least about 40° C., wherein the solution would have formed a precipitate at 20° C. This vessel is in fluidic communication with an electroplating cell configured for bringing the concentrated electrolyte in contact with the semiconductor substrate at a temperature of at least about 40° C., or the vessel is the electroplating cell. In order to prevent precipitation of metal salts from the electrolyte, the apparatus further includes a controller having program instructions for adding a diluent to the concentrated electroplating solution in the vessel to avoid precipitation of a salt from the concentrated electroplating solution in response to a signal indicating that the electrolyte is at risk of precipitation. | 11-05-2015 |
Steven T. Mear, Austin, TX US
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20090044838 | OZONATION FOR ELIMINATION OF BACTERIA FOR WET PROCESSING SYSTEMS - In a first aspect, an apparatus adapted to clean a semiconductor device manufacturing component is provided. The apparatus includes an ozone module adapted to (1) obtain Ozone; (2) combine the Ozone with a fluid to generate ozonated fluid; and (3) deliver the ozonated fluid to the semiconductor device manufacturing component so as to clean the semiconductor device manufacturing component. Numerous other aspects are provided. | 02-19-2009 |
Steven T. Miller, Arlington, TX US
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20080254029 | Use of an Inhibitor of TNFa Plus an Antihistamine to Treat Allergic Rhinitis and Allergic Conjunctivitis - Disclosed are methods of treating allergic conjunctivitis and allergic rhinitis in a subject that involve topically administering to the subject a composition comprising a pharmaceutically effective amount of an H | 10-16-2008 |
20090274631 | RNAi-Mediated Inhibition of Histamine Receptor H1-Related Conditions - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of histamine receptor H1 mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having an HRH1-related condition or at risk of developing an HRH1-related condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, or allergy. | 11-05-2009 |
20090324507 | RNAi-Mediated Inhibition of Spleen Tyrosine Kinase-Related Inflammatory Conditions - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of spleen tyrosine kinase (Syk) mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having a Syk-related inflammatory condition or at risk of developing a Syk-related inflammatory condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, allergy, or mast-cell disease. | 12-31-2009 |
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20110142767 | RNAi-MEDIATED INHIBITION OF TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR ALPHA-RELATED CONDITIONS - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα) by silencing TNFα cell surface receptor TNF receptor-1 (TNFR1) mRNA expression, or by silencing TNFα converting enzyme (TACE/ADAM17) mRNA expression. Silencing such TNFα targets, in particular, is useful for treating patients having a TNFα-related condition or at risk of developing a TNFα-related condition such as the ocular conditions dry eye, allergic conjunctivitis, or ocular inflammation, or such as dermatitis, rhinitis, or asthma, for example. | 06-16-2011 |
20110269822 | RNAi-Mediated Inhibition of Histamine Receptor H1-Related Conditions - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of histamine receptor H1 mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having an HRH1-related condition or at risk of developing an HRH1-related condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, or allergy. | 11-03-2011 |
20110288157 | RNAi-Mediated Inhibition of Spleen Tyrosine Kinase-Related Inflammatory Conditions - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of spleen tyrosine kinase (Syk) mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having a Syk-related inflammatory condition or at risk of developing a Syk-related inflammatory condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, allergy, or mast-cell disease. | 11-24-2011 |
20120264809 | RNAi-Mediated Inhibition of Histamine Receptor H1-Related Conditions - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of histamine receptor H1 mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having an HRH1-related condition or at risk of developing an HRH1-related condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, or allergy. | 10-18-2012 |
20130338213 | RNAi-MEDIATED INHIBITION OF TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR ALPHA-RELATED CONDITIONS - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα) by silencing TNFα cell surface receptor TNF receptor-1 (TNFR1) mRNA expression, or by silencing TNFα converting enzyme (TACE/ADAM17) mRNA expression. Silencing such TNFα targets, in particular, is useful for treating patients having a TNFα-related condition or at risk of developing a TNFα-related condition such as the ocular conditions dry eye, allergic conjunctivitis, or ocular inflammation, or such as dermatitis, rhinitis, or asthma, for example. | 12-19-2013 |
20140088172 | RNAi-Mediated Inhibition of Histamine Receptor H1-Related Conditions - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of histamine receptor H1 mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having an HRH1-related condition or at risk of developing an HRH1-related condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, or allergy. | 03-27-2014 |
20140171487 | RNAi-MEDIATED INHIBITION OF PHOSPHODIESTERASE TYPE 4 FOR TREATMENT OF cAMP-RELATED OCULAR DISORDERS - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of phosphodiesterase type 4 mRNA expression for treating patients with a cAMP-related ocular disorder. Phosphodiesterase type 4 mRNA targets include mRNA for 4A, 4B, 4C, and 4D phosphodiesterase isoforms. | 06-19-2014 |
20140357694 | RNAi-MEDIATED INHIBITION OF TUMOR NECROSIS FACTOR ALPHA-RELATED CONDITIONS - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of tumor necrosis factor α (TNFα) by silencing TNFα cell surface receptor TNF receptor-1 (TNFR1) mRNA expression, or by silencing TNFα converting enzyme (TACE/ADAM17) mRNA expression. Silencing such TNFα targets, in particular, is useful for treating patients having a TNFα-related condition or at risk of developing a TNFα-related condition such as the ocular conditions dry eye, allergic conjunctivitis, or ocular inflammation, or such as dermatitis, rhinitis, or asthma, for example. | 12-04-2014 |
20140357695 | RNAi-MEDIATED INHIBITION OF SPLEEN TYROSINE KINASE-RELATED INFLAMMATORY CONDITIONS - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of spleen tyrosine kinase (Syk) mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having a Syk-related inflammatory condition or at risk of developing a Syk-related inflammatory condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, allergy, or mast-cell disease. | 12-04-2014 |
20160053270 | RNAi-MEDIATED INHIBITION OF HISTAMINE RECEPTOR H1-RELATED CONDITIONS - RNA interference is provided for inhibition of histamine receptor H1 mRNA expression, in particular, for treating patients having an HRH1-related condition or at risk of developing an HRH1-related condition such as allergic conjunctivitis, ocular inflammation, dermatitis, rhinitis, asthma, or allergy. | 02-25-2016 |
Steven T. Murphy, Rio Vista, CA US
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20090158586 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ADJUSTING A MULTI-SUBSTRATE PROBE STRUCTURE - A probe card assembly comprises multiple probe substrates attached to a mounting assembly. Each probe substrate includes a set of probes, and together, the sets of probes on each probe substrate compose an array of probes for contacting a device to be tested. Adjustment mechanisms are configured to impart forces to each probe substrate to move individually each substrate with respect to the mounting assembly. The adjustment mechanisms may translate each probe substrate in an “x,” “y,” and/or “z” direction and may further rotate each probe substrate about any one or more of the forgoing directions. The adjustment mechanisms may further change a shape of one or more of the probe substrates. The probes can thus be aligned and/or planarized with respect to contacts on the device to be tested. | 06-25-2009 |
Steven T. Pallad, Pleasanton, CA US
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20110153392 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SCHEDULING A PERIODIC COLLECTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL SAMPLES - According to some embodiments, a set of sampling sites may be automatically selected from a list of potential sampling sites. Each sampling site in the set may then be automatically associated with a list of analytes (e.g., in accordance with a pre-determined rule). A periodic collection of environmental samples from each of the sampling sites may then be automatically scheduled. An output may be provided for a user based on the scheduled periodic collection of environmental samples. | 06-23-2011 |
Steven T. Rabuchin, Kirkland, WA US
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20140278877 | Facilitating Purchase of Excess Items - Disclosed are various embodiments for facilitating the purchase of excess items. In one embodiment, customer information and inventory data are retrieved from a merchant client. A determination is made on whether excess items exist. A list of target purchasers is generated based on data associated with a user account, and offers are generated and sent by electronic communication to the list of target purchasers. | 09-18-2014 |
Steven T. Radder, Kiel, WI US
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20100282349 | Corrosion Resistant Faucets With Components Made Of Different Metallic Materials - A faucet is disclosed which has an outer housing formed of zinc which has a lower entry, an upper outlet, and a side cavity. There is a supply line structure extendible from the lower entry into or adjacent the side cavity, and a valve cartridge positioned in the side cavity. A plastic insulator sleeve is positioned in the side cavity between a wall of the outer housing and the valve cartridge. A brass collar is nested within the insulator sleeve and positioned outside of the valve cartridge. Hence, the advantages of a zinc outer housing are achieved while avoiding galvanic corrosion due to contact between brass and zinc surfaces. The insulator sleeve also facilitates rotational and axial alignment, and sealing. | 11-11-2010 |
20130160868 | CORROSION RESISTANT FAUCETS WITH COMPONENTS MADE OF DIFFERENT METALLIC MATERIALS - A faucet includes an outer housing having a surface formed of a first material. The outer housing has an entry and an outlet, and a valve cartridge is positioned at least partly in the outer housing and is configured to control flow of water to the outlet. An insulator sleeve is positioned at least partly in the outer housing between a wall of the outer housing and the valve cartridge. A collar having a surface made of a second material different from the first material is at least partly nested within the insulator sleeve outside of the valve cartridge. The insulator sleeve is made of a material that acts to galvanically insulate the outer housing from the collar. | 06-27-2013 |
20140015246 | CLUTCHED JOINT FOR ARTICULATING FAUCET - A joint for an articulating faucet includes a first housing, a second housing, and a clutch assembly. The first housing defines a first inner cavity and the second housing defines a second inner cavity. The second housing is coupled to the first housing such that fluid may flow from the first inner cavity to the second inner cavity. The clutch assembly is coupled to at least one of the first housing and the second housing and is configured to apply a resistive torque that inhibits movement of the first and second housings relative to each other. The clutch assembly includes a clutch pin, an interface member, and an end cap. The end cap is coupled to a first end of the clutch pin and the interface member. Movement of the end cap varies the magnitude of the resistive torque applied by the clutch assembly. | 01-16-2014 |
Steven T. Ragomo, Perkasie, PA US
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20100184895 | Hydrogenation Processes - The present invention is directed to a process for hydrogenating one or more organic compounds especially unsaturated organic compounds by bringing the compound into contact with a hydrogen-containing gas in the presence of a catalyst, which comprises one or more catalytically active metals applied to a porous catalyst support. The one or more catalytically active metals having been derived via a decomposed organic complex of the metal on the support, in particular amine complexes of the metal. The decomposed complex may be treated with hydrogen to activate the catalyst before use as a hydrogenation catalyst. | 07-22-2010 |
20110082311 | Hydrogenation Processes - The present invention is directed to a process for hydrogenating one or more organic compounds especially unsaturated organic compounds by bringing the compound into contact with a hydrogen-containing gas in the presence of a catalyst, which comprises one or more catalytically active metals applied to a porous catalyst support. The one or more catalytically active metals having been derived via a decomposed organic complex of the metal on the support, in particular amine complexes of the metal. The decomposed complex may be treated with hydrogen to activate the catalyst before use as a hydrogenation catalyst. | 04-07-2011 |
Steven T. Reyburn, Kokomo, IN US
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20120282510 | CONDUCTION AND CONVECTION COOLED ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM - An energy storage system comprising at least one energy storage module adapted to supply electrical energy to a hybrid vehicle. The energy storage module comprises an enclosure having at least one battery array located within the enclosure. The energy storage module includes a thermal pad disposed between the battery array and an interior surface of the primary enclosure. A heat sink is disposed on an exterior surface of the primary enclosure. The heat sink comprises a plurality of fins which may be disposed angularly with respect to a longitudinal axis of the primary enclosure. The height or length of the fins may be varied relative to a fan location to provide uniform cooling across the battery cells in the battery array. An enclosing plate is mounted exterior to the heat sink and defining an airflow cavity, wherein the enclosing plate directs air from the fan across the heat sink. | 11-08-2012 |
20120321934 | PINNED BATTERY CELL ARRAY FOR A HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE - An energy storage system comprising at least one energy storage module adapted to supply electrical energy to a hybrid vehicle. The energy storage module comprises an enclosure, at least one battery array located within the enclosure comprised of one or more battery cells held in place between side rails and secured by end plates and mounting pins. The end plates also include flanges which secure the end plates behind the pins. The pin arrangement provides more secure holding and helps prevent torque loosening during operation. The battery array also includes cell retainers between each cell to reduce thermal transfer between cells, and an insulation liner between the battery cells and the side rails to improve creepage and clearance. | 12-20-2012 |
20130105129 | CONDUCTION AND CONVECTION COOLED ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM | 05-02-2013 |
20140017530 | ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM FOR HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE - An energy storage system comprising at least one energy storage module adapted to supply electrical energy to a hybrid vehicle. The energy storage module comprises a primary enclosure, at least one battery array located within the primary enclosure, and an energy storage controller module located within the primary. The energy storage controller module is further connected to a hybrid control module of the hybrid vehicle by a low voltage connecter. A high voltage junction box is attached to a first end of the primary enclosure and having a plurality of high voltage connection terminals. At least one of the high voltage connection terminals is configured to receive a high voltage conductor connected between the energy storage module and an inverter of the hybrid vehicle. When multiple energy storage modules are used in conjunction, one module functions as a master module and one module functions as a slave module. | 01-16-2014 |
20150380784 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THERMALLY ROBUST ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM - Various systems for cooling a battery cell array are described. In one example an energy storage system includes a housing enclosing a battery cell array, an evaporator, and a circulating pump. In another example, an evaporator is adjacent to battery cells to facilitate heat transfer. In another example, thermoelectric elements are positioned adjacent to battery cells to facilitate heat transfer. | 12-31-2015 |
Steven T. Reyburn US
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20120244398 | PLUG-IN BUSSED ELECTRICAL CENTER FOR AN ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM - An energy storage system comprising at least one energy storage module adapted to supply electrical energy to a hybrid vehicle. The energy storage module comprises an enclosure, at least one battery array located within the enclosure, and an energy storage controller module located within the enclosure and electrically connected to the battery array. A high voltage junction box is attached to a first end of the enclosure and having a plurality of high voltage connection terminals connected by a plug-in bussed electrical center configured to reduce the possibility of unintentional grounding or shorting, and decreases the safety risk to a technician during servicing. At least one of the high voltage connection terminals is configured to receive a high voltage conductor connected between the energy storage module and an inverter of the hybrid vehicle. | 09-27-2012 |
20120244400 | PRESSURE RELIEF MECHANISM FOR AN ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM - An energy storage system comprising at least one energy storage module implemented as a sealed or submersible unit and adapted to supply electrical energy to a hybrid vehicle. The energy storage module comprises an enclosure and at least one battery array located within the enclosure. The energy storage module includes a pressure relief panel held in place by springs that allows battery gases to escape if gas pressures reach a predetermined threshold. Pressure in the enclosure compresses the springs causing the pressure relief panel to temporarily move outward until pressure is relieved at which time the springs force the pressure relief panel to reseal the enclosure. | 09-27-2012 |
Steven T. Rosenmarkle, Tallahassee, FL US
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20140262058 | LOW-POWER ARCHITECTURAL COVERING - An architectural covering is provided. The architectural covering includes: shade material; the shade material operatively connected to a motor unit such that movement of the motor unit causes movement of the shade material; the motor unit comprising a DC motor and a shaft connected to the DC motor; a power supply unit electrically connected to the motor unit; a controller unit electrically connected to the motor unit, the controller unit having a microprocessor; and a rotation detector configured to detect rotation of the motor unit and upon detection of rotation of the motor unit transmit a signal to the microprocessor, wherein the microprocessor of the controller unit is configured to power an encoder unit in response to determination of manual movement of the shade material. A motor and control unit for an architectural covering may be provided. | 09-18-2014 |
Steven T. Roule, Covington, GA US
Steven T. Siddens, Mckinney, TX US
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20080288927 | Methods and apparatus for testing software with real-time source data from a projectile - Methods and apparatus for testing software with real-time source data from a projectile according to various aspects of the present invention operate in conjunction with a real-time data source, a signal processor, a recordable medium, and a testing platform. The signal processor receives real-time data from a real-time data source during a test and saves it to a storage medium before providing the real-time data to the testing platform for permanent storage. During a subsequent test, the testing platform may upload the saved real-time data to the signal processor foregoing the need to generate new real-time data from the real-time data source. | 11-20-2008 |
20110057070 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN A FIRE CONTROL SYSTEM AND AN EFFECTOR - Methods and apparatus for communications between a fire control system and an effector according to various aspects of the present invention may include a communications link. The communications link may be coupled to a launcher for the effector and the effector. The communications link is detachably coupled to at least one of the launcher and the effector. The communications link may be adapted to transmit a fire control solution to the effector after initiating the launch. | 03-10-2011 |
20120037749 | METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR FIRE CONTROL DURING LAUNCH OF AN EFFECTOR - Methods and apparatus for launching an effector according to various aspects of the present invention may include a fire control system. The fire control system may be responsive to a sensor, such as a radar, and may be connected to the effector, such as via a launcher. The file control system may be adapted to generate a fire control solution according to the data from the sensor, initiate a launch of the effector, and provide the fire control solution to the effector after initiating the launch. | 02-16-2012 |
Steven T. Smith, Mason, OH US
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20120314222 | Inspection Apparatus, System, and Method - Systems, apparatuses, methods, and computer program products for inspection of objects or items in a conveyance system. Presence (or absence) of an object/item or objects/items is detected sensed and also one or more characteristics of the object/item can be determined based image detection of characteristics of one or more laser lines projected on a conveyance surface of the conveyance system. | 12-13-2012 |
Steven T. Stuerke, Columbia, MO US
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20090301403 | Rectractable leash support - The retractable leash support includes a bracket mounted on a rotatable platform the rotatable platform being mountable to any fixed structure. The bracket has two extension tubes spaced for receiving the grip portion of a typical retractable pet leash, the extension tubes also being adapted to accommodate a plate having complementary tubes that fit over the extension tubes to secure the pet leash between the bracket and plate. The extension tubes and complementary tubes of the plate have holes that can be aligned. Pins are inserted into the aligned holes to lock the pet leash grip securely in the leash support. | 12-10-2009 |
Steven T. Stuhmer, Pine Bush, NY US
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20090321506 | STRUCTURES FOR SECURING CONTAINERS - Disclosed herein are improvements to fold-over structures in containers comprising two leaves foldably connected to each other along a folding line and a flap sandwiched by the two leaves when they fold together. A slot can be cut along the folding line and the flap can have an extension that is insertable into the slot to prevent the lateral movement of the flap along the long axis of the slot. One leaf can have a locking tab insertable into a slit cut in the container when the two leaves fold together in spaced parallelism to each other. An outer edge of the locking tab can extend beyond the corresponding end of the slit to secure the locking tab once inserted into the slit. The container can have a hand hole cut through both leaves and in alignment with the flap at least along the upper edge of the hand hole. | 12-31-2009 |
Steven T. Szweczyk, Springfield, PA US
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20090145246 | ALL-ELECTRIC PIEZOELECTRIC FINGER SENSOR (PEFS) FOR SOFT MATERIAL STIFFNESS MEASUREMENT - A PEFS (Piezoelectric Finger Sensor) acts as an “electronic finger” capable of accurately and non-destructively measuring both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus of tissues with gentle touches to the surface. The PEFS measures both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus variations in tissue generating a less than one-millimeter spatial resolution up to a depth of several centimeters. This offers great potential for in-vivo early detection of diseases. A portable hand-held device is also disclosed. The PEF offers superior sensitivity. | 06-11-2009 |
20100281962 | ALL ELECTRIC PIEZOELECTRIC FINGER SENSOR (PEFS) FOR SOFT MATERIAL STIFFNESS MEASUREMENT - A PEFS (Piezoelectric Finger Sensor) acts as an “electronic finger” capable of accurately and non-destructively measuring both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus of tissues with gentle touches to the surface. The PEFS measures both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus variations in tissue generating a less than one-millimeter spatial resolution up to a depth of several centimeters. This offers great potential for in-vivo early detection of diseases. A portable hand-held device is also disclosed. The PEF offers superior sensitivity. | 11-11-2010 |
20140076067 | ALL ELECTRIC PIEZOELECTRIC FINGER SENSOR (PEFS) FOR SOFT MATERIAL STIFFNESS MEASUREMENT - A PEFS (Piezoelectric Finger Sensor) acts as an “electronic finger” capable of accurately and non-destructively measuring both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus of tissues with gentle touches to the surface. The PEFS measures both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus variations in tissue generating a less than one-millimeter spatial resolution up to a depth of several centimeters. This offers great potential for in-vivo early detection of diseases. A portable hand-held device is also disclosed. The PEF offers superior sensitivity. | 03-20-2014 |
20140352448 | ALL ELECTRIC PIEZOELECTRIC FINGER SENSOR (PEFS) FOR SOFT MATERIAL STIFFNESS MEASUREMENT - A PEFS (Piezoelectric Finger Sensor) acts as an “electronic finger” capable of accurately and non-destructively measuring both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus of tissues with gentle touches to the surface. The PEFS measures both the Young's compression modulus and shear modulus variations in tissue generating a less than one-millimeter spatial resolution up to a depth of several centimeters. This offers great potential for in-vivo early detection of diseases. A portable hand-held device is also disclosed. The PEF offers superior sensitivity. | 12-04-2014 |
Steven T. Teeples, Fort Collins, CO US
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20110055893 | COMMUNICATION APPLICATION - In at least some embodiments, a computer system includes a processor and a system memory coupled to the processor. The system memory stores a communication application that, when executed, provides first stage operations and second stage operations. The computer system also includes a network interface coupled to the processor. The first stage operations comprise a selective exchange of primary connection information with a communication endpoint via the network interface. The second stage operations comprise initiating a peer-to-peer communication session with the communication endpoint based on the primary connection information. | 03-03-2011 |
Steven T. Wereley, W. Lafayette, IN US
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20110233446 | Microfluidic Purge Valve - A microfluidic purge valve in a microfluidics system includes a notch defined in the valve seat of a microfluidic valve. The notch is sized so that gas entrained within a liquid pumped through the microfluidics system can pass freely therethrough but the liquid cannot. The notch is sized so that the resistant force generated by the surface tension of the liquid is equal to or greater than the force generated by the fluid pressure. | 09-29-2011 |
Steven T. Wereley, West Lafayette, IN US
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20120091003 | OPEN OPTOELECTROWETTING DROPLET ACTUATION DEVICE AND METHOD - An open optoelectrowetting (o-OEW) device for liquid droplet manipulations. The o-OEW device is realized by coplanar electrodes and a photoconductor. The local switching effect for electrowetting resulting from illumination is based on the tunable impedance of the photoconductor. Dynamic virtual electrodes are created using projected images, leading to free planar movements of droplets. | 04-19-2012 |
20120136492 | Variable Volume Mixing and Automatic Fluid Management for Programmable Microfluids - A microfluidic arrangement including a fluid channel configured to receive a first fluid from a first inlet and a second fluid from a second inlet, and a mixer connected to the fluid channel, the mixer including a mixer channel configured to receive a volume of the first fluid and a volume of the second fluid from the fluid channel, the mixer channel defining a mixer capacity, wherein the mixer is (i) configured to mix the volume of the first fluid and the volume of the second fluid in order to provide a mixture of the first fluid and the second fluid when the combined volume of the first fluid and the second fluid is less than the mixer capacity, and (ii) further configured to mix the volume of the first fluid and the volume of the second fluid in order to provide a mixture of the first fluid and the second fluid when the combined volume of the first fluid and the second fluid is equal to the mixer capacity. | 05-31-2012 |
20140160266 | SINGLE IMAGE SUPER-RESOLUTION MICROSCOPY AND TELESCOPE SYSTEMS - Image resolution enhancement techniques are implemented using a single image an unstructured broadband illumination. By placing an axicon and a convex lens pair in an optical path of a microscope, telescope, or the object system, between the system and an image capture pickup device (e.g., a camera) the maximum resolution of the system may be increased through the formation of an interference pattern at the image capture device. | 06-12-2014 |
Steven T. Windsor, Iv, Spring, TX US
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20150320222 | Retractable Seat Assembly - A retractable seat assembly which can be attached to a vertical structure and which, in the upright position, presents a profile which is relatively thin and in any event poses virtually no impediment to going very close to the vertical structure. The retractable seat assembly having a rear support, a seat, a front support, and a biaser which releasably biases said seat to the generally upright position. | 11-12-2015 |
Steven T. Winkler, Heidelberg DE
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20100138508 | MESSAGING PROTOCOL IN ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS - Methods and apparatus, including computer systems and program products implementing a messaging protocol. The messaging protocol may be a messaging protocol for transporting a message across a messaging landscape in a collaborative network. Techniques include sending a message that is defined to include a structured message header with information related to at least one component from a set of components defined by a protocol, including protocol version information in a message such that a component of a messaging landscape can interpret the message based on the version information, defining a message as one of a class of messages, end-to-end acknowledgement for messages, and security for headers and payloads of messages. | 06-03-2010 |
Steven T. Yang, Danville, CA US
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20130172965 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ELICITING CUTANEOUS SENSATIONS BY ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION - The present disclosure provides various systems and methods for inducing cutaneous sensations by delivering electromagnetic radiation to directly or indirectly excite neural tissue. An electromagnetic radiation source, such as one or more infrared lasers, may be used to transcutaneously excite neural tissue. The excited neural tissue may be interpreted by the user's nervous system as cutaneous sensations. Accordingly, a system as described herein may be used to induce sensations to allow actual cutaneous sensations to be simulated. A system for inducing a cutaneous sensation via transcutaneously focused electromagnetic radiation may be incorporated in a display to provide cutaneous sensation feedback or used as a separate accessory component associated with a display. Numerous additional applications and variations are provided herein. | 07-04-2013 |
20150034596 | GAS-ASSISTED LASER MACHINING - A system of gas-assisted laser machining is provided. The system includes a nozzle that delivers a gas jet at the surface of the work piece and a laser source that can focus a laser beam on the surface of the work piece. A mixture of a reactive gas and a carrier gas is provided via the gas jet. The reactive gas reacts with the material and helps to enhance the evaporation rate of the material and at the same time helps reduce the temperature at which the enhanced evaporation rate can be achieved. Use of reactive gases also helps to reduce the residual stress on the material, minimize material flow during evaporation, reduce re-deposited material, and eliminate rims on the pit structures formed as a result of the material removal. | 02-05-2015 |