Taylor, IN
Amanda F. Taylor, West Lafayette, IN US
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20150065425 | PRODUCTS COMPRISING AN EXTRACELLULAR MATRIX MATERIAL AND OSTEOGENIC PROTEIN - Osteogenic compositions include a decellularized extracellular matrix tissue and bone morphogenic protein, preferably BMP-2. The compositions make beneficial use of the BMP, which can be used at relatively low doses and can bind to native components (e.g., native sulfated glycosaminoglycans such as heparin and/or heparan sulfate) remaining in the decellularized extracellular matrix tissue. Methods for preparation and use of such compositions are also described. The compositions and related methods can be used in the treatment of diseased or damaged bone tissue. | 03-05-2015 |
20150065947 | CELL-SEEDED COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS USEFUL FOR TREATING BONE REGIONS - Compositions and methods for treating diseased or damaged bone, preferably ischemic and/or necrotic bone, include the use of a combination of endothelial progenitor cells and mesenchymal stem cells, desirably also in conjunction with a collagenous extracellular matrix tissue. Methods for preparation of such compositions are also described. | 03-05-2015 |
Brent Alan Taylor, Auburn, IN US
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20150330086 | Rotatable Awning with Illumination - Various embodiments of a rotatable awning with illumination are provided. The awning includes an axial groove wherein a plurality of luminaires are located for lighting of an area below and around an extended awning. The awning includes an electromechanical rotatable conductor which provides electrical contact between a fixed portion of the awning assembly and the rotating awning roller tube. This allows for flow through of electricity or current to the luminaires and/or the awning motor internally through the roller tube. | 11-19-2015 |
20150330087 | Power Track Awning Assembly - Various embodiments of an awning roller assembly is provided. The structure provides an awning roller tube having a first end and a second end with a powered groove extending between the ends, in full or in part. The powered groove includes a plurality of tracks having at least one electrical conductor in each track. An accessory base is provided for connection with a plurality of powered accessories, including but not limited to, lights, fans or audio-video equipment. The accessory base provides electrical connection between the powered groove and the accessory to provide improved function in the outdoor living space beneath and around the awning. | 11-19-2015 |
Bryan Taylor, Columbus, IN US
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20160039647 | LINEAR MOTION LINKAGE ASSEMBLY FOR AUTOMOTIVE LIFT - An apparatus for lifting vehicles includes a runway, a base, an actuation assembly, a first armature assembly, a second armature assembly, and a third armature assembly. The runway is designed to vertically lift a vehicle from a lowered position to a raised position. The runway is connected to the third armature assembly. In turn, the third armature assembly is connected to the actuation assembly, which is pivotally fixed to the base. The first and second armature assemblies also connect the base with the third armature assembly. The actuation assembly is configured to lift the third armature assembly, which is guided by both the first armature assembly and second armature assembly. In response to the actuation assembly, the third armature assembly then forces the runway from the lowered position to the raised position, thereby lifting the vehicle. | 02-11-2016 |
Bryce J. Taylor, Carmel, IN US
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20100331154 | Physical Fitness and Rehabilitation Apparatus - A physical fitness and rehabilitation apparatus is provided for use in combination with an inflatable exercise ball. The apparatus may include a plurality of handles. In use, a user may rest against the ball and the platform while gripping the plurality of handles to improve the user's strength, balance, flexibility, and/or joint stabilization. | 12-30-2010 |
20110111934 | Physical Fitness and Rehabilitation Apparatus - A physical fitness and rehabilitation apparatus is provided for use in combination with an inflatable exercise ball. The apparatus may include a plurality of handles. In use, a user may rest against the ball and the platform while gripping the plurality of handles to improve the user's strength, balance, flexibility, and/or joint stabilization. | 05-12-2011 |
Carolyn June Taylor, Hanover, IN US
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20120199369 | Illuminating hoof-pick - A hoof-pick is an equine tool resembling a screwdriver with a bent blade. It is used to “pick-out” or clean and examine the sole of a horse's hoof. The hoof-pick can be either a curved hook style or standard bent or “spade” blade. An illuminating hoof-pick has a LED (light emitting diode) built into the rubber or molded plastic handle. The LED wiring and resistor is housed in a protective tube built into the underside of the molded handle. One wire in the assembly goes to the contact spring; the other to a conducting battery tube on the contact board. The LED is activated by a push button on-off switch and powered by a “AAA” battery. The technology is basically the same as a flashlight. The LED light would be mounted on the base of the hook. This position would illuminate the proper area to be cleaned or examined. | 08-09-2012 |
Charles T. Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20090258746 | MANUAL VALVE CONTROL FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A manual valve control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. Electronic and hydraulic components are provided, including trim valve systems that are multiplexed by a shift valve and a manual valve. The trim valves and shift valve are self-diagnosing via a plurality of multiplexed pressure switches. The control enables single and double range shifts among the multiple forward speed ratios, including shifts to and from sixth and higher forward ratios, reverse and neutral. The control also includes a reduced engine load at stop feature. In addition, a power off/limp home feature provides a plurality of failure modes, including a failure mode for sixth and higher forward speed ratios. | 10-15-2009 |
20090258756 | FLY-BY-WIRE CONTROL FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A fly-by-wire control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. Electronic and hydraulic components are provided, including trim valve systems that are multiplexed by logic valves. The trim valves and logic valves are self-diagnosing via a plurality of pressure switches. The control enables single and double range shifts among the multiple forward speed ratios, including shifts to and from sixth and higher forward ratios, reverse and neutral. The control also includes a reduced engine load at stop feature. In addition, a power off/limp home feature provides a plurality of failure modes, including a failure mode for sixth and higher forward speed ratios. | 10-15-2009 |
20110028270 | ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED RANGE VALVE FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A shift by wire control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. The control includes a shift by wire shift valve in fluid communication with other shift valves and clutch trim valves to provide double blocking features in the neutral range and a reverse range. The shift by wire valve is configured with multiple differential areas to provide failure modes for all forward ranges. | 02-03-2011 |
20110130237 | MANUAL VALVE CONTROL FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A manual valve control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. Electronic and hydraulic components are provided, including trim valve systems that are multiplexed by a shift valve and a manual valve. The trim valves and shift valve are self-diagnosing via a plurality of multiplexed pressure switches. The control enables single and double range shifts among the multiple forward speed ratios, including shifts to and from sixth and higher forward ratios, reverse and neutral. The control also includes a reduced engine load at stop feature. In addition, a power off/limp home feature provides a plurality of failure modes, including a failure mode for sixth and higher forward speed ratios. | 06-02-2011 |
20120073398 | MANUAL VALVE CONTROL FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A manual valve control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. Electronic and hydraulic components are provided, including trim valve systems that are multiplexed by a shift valve and a manual valve. The trim valves and shift valve are self-diagnosing via a plurality of multiplexed pressure switches. The control enables single and double range shifts among the multiple forward speed ratios, including shifts to and from sixth and higher forward ratios, reverse and neutral. The control also includes a reduced engine load at stop feature. In addition, a power off/limp home feature provides a plurality of failure modes, including a failure mode for sixth and higher forward speed ratios. | 03-29-2012 |
20120261008 | MANUAL VALVE CONTROL FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A manual valve control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. Electronic and hydraulic components are provided, including trim valve systems that are multiplexed by a shift valve and a manual valve. The trim valves and shift valve are self-diagnosing via a plurality of multiplexed pressure switches. The control enables single and double range shifts among the multiple forward speed ratios, including shifts to and from sixth and higher forward ratios, reverse and neutral. The control also includes a reduced engine load at stop feature. In addition, a power off/limp home feature provides a plurality of failure modes, including a failure mode for sixth and higher forward speed ratios. | 10-18-2012 |
20130118617 | HYDRAULIC SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A HYBRID VEHICLE - A hydraulic system for a hybrid module which is located between an engine and a transmission includes a parallel arrangement of a mechanical pump and an electric pump. Each pump is constructed and arranged to deliver oil to other portions of the hydraulic system depending on the operational mode. Three operational modes are described including an electric mode, a transition mode, and a cruise mode. Various monitoring and control features are incorporated into the hydraulic system. | 05-16-2013 |
20130125995 | CLOGGED FILTER DETECTION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A hydraulic system for a hybrid module which is located between an engine and a transmission includes a parallel arrangement of a mechanical pump and an electric pump. Each pump is constructed and arranged to deliver oil to other portions of the hydraulic system depending on the operational mode. Three operational modes are described including an electric mode, a transition mode, and a cruise mode. Included is a lube splitter valve which prioritizes the delivery of oil between downstream components and the motor (eMachine). The motor temperature is monitored and an elevated motor temperature provides an indication of a clogged oil filter. | 05-23-2013 |
20130145883 | ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED RANGE VALVE FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A shift by wire control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. The control includes a shift by wire shift valve in fluid communication with other shift valves and clutch trim valves to provide double blocking features in the neutral range and a reverse range. The shift by wire valve is configured with multiple differential areas to provide failure modes for all forward ranges. | 06-13-2013 |
20130213501 | MODULATION CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A HYBRID TRANSMISSION - A hydraulic system includes a main modulation control scheme which relies in part on the use of a VBS solenoid and the multiplexing of that solenoid. The hydraulic system is associated with a hybrid module and by controlling the main pressure at a reduced level, the fuel economy and reliability of that hybrid module are improved. The system pressure is controlled by the multiplexed VBS solenoid in order to maintain adequate clutch pressure based on torque requirements. The overall system cost is reduced by the multiplexing of valves and solenoids. | 08-22-2013 |
20140260223 | System And Method For Controlling Pump Performance In A Transmission - The present disclosure provides a hydraulic system of a transmission having a controller and a variable displacement pump. The pump includes an inlet and outlet and is adapted to be driven by a torque-generating mechanism. The system also includes a lube circuit fluidly coupled to the pump. A lube regulator valve is disposed in the lube circuit, such that the lube regulator valve is configured to move between at least a regulated position and an unregulated position. The regulated position corresponds to a regulated pressure in the lube circuit. A pressure switch is fluidly coupled to the lube regulator valve and configured to move between a first position and a second position, where the switch is disposed in electrical communication with the controller. A solenoid is disposed in electrical communication with the controller and is controllably coupled to the pump to alter the displacement of the pump. | 09-18-2014 |
20140260228 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADAPTIVE CONTROL OF A HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM OF A TRANSMISSION - The present disclosure provides a hydraulic system of a transmission having a controller and a variable displacement pump. The pump includes an inlet and outlet and is adapted to be driven by a torque-generating mechanism. The system also includes a lube circuit fluidly coupled to the pump. A lube regulator valve is disposed in the lube circuit, such that the lube regulator valve is configured to move between at least a regulated position and an unregulated position. The regulated position corresponds to a regulated pressure in the lube circuit. A pressure switch is fluidly coupled to the lube regulator valve and configured to move between a first position and a second position, where the switch is disposed in electrical communication with the controller. A solenoid is disposed in electrical communication with the controller and is controllably coupled to the pump to alter the displacement of the pump. | 09-18-2014 |
20140260229 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FEED FORWARD CONTROL OF A HYDRAULIC CONTROL SYSTEM OF A TRANSMISSION - The present disclosure provides a hydraulic system of a transmission having a controller and a variable displacement pump. The pump includes an inlet and outlet and is adapted to be driven by a torque-generating mechanism. The system also includes a lube circuit fluidly coupled to the pump. A lube regulator valve is disposed in the lube circuit, such that the lube regulator valve is configured to move between at least a regulated position and an unregulated position. The regulated position corresponds to a regulated pressure in the lube circuit. A pressure switch is fluidly coupled to the lube regulator valve and configured to move between a first position and a second position, where the switch is disposed in electrical communication with the controller. A solenoid is disposed in electrical communication with the controller and is controllably coupled to the pump to alter the displacement of the pump. | 09-18-2014 |
20150027259 | ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED RANGE VALVE FOR MULTI-SPEED PLANETARY TRANSMISSION - A shift by wire control for a multi-speed vehicle transmission is provided. The control includes a shift by wire shift valve in fluid communication with other shift valves and clutch trim valves to provide double blocking features in the neutral range and a reverse range. The shift by wire valve is configured with multiple differential areas to provide failure modes for all forward ranges. | 01-29-2015 |
20160033031 | MODULATION CONTROL SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR A HYBRID TRANSMISSION - A hydraulic system includes a main modulation control scheme which relies in part on the use of a VBS solenoid and the multiplexing of that solenoid. The hydraulic system is associated with a hybrid module and by controlling the main pressure at a reduced level, the fuel economy and reliability of that hybrid module are improved. The system pressure is controlled by the multiplexed VBS solenoid in order to maintain adequate clutch pressure based on torque requirements. The overall system cost is reduced by the multiplexing of valves and solenoids. | 02-04-2016 |
20160076641 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING PUMP PERFORMANCE IN A TRANSMISSION - A hydraulic system of a transmission having a controller and a variable displacement pump. The pump includes an inlet and outlet and is adapted to be driven by a torque-generating mechanism. The system also includes a lube circuit fluidly coupled to the pump. A lube regulator valve is disposed in the lube circuit, such that the lube regulator valve is configured to move between at least a regulated position and an unregulated position. The regulated position corresponds to a regulated pressure in the lube circuit. A pressure switch is fluidly coupled to the lube regulator valve and configured to move between a first position and a second position, where the switch is disposed in electrical communication with the controller. A solenoid is disposed in electrical communication with the controller and is controllably coupled to the pump to alter the displacement of the pump. | 03-17-2016 |
Christopher Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20150064133 | BIOACTIVE COMPOSITIONS DERIVABLE FROM PLATELET CONCENTRATES, AND METHODS FOR PREPARING AND USING SAME - The present disclosure provides a composition comprising a bioactive fraction derived from a platelet concentrate, methods of making the bioactive fraction, and culture medium supplemented with the bioactive fraction. Preferred bioactive fractions have relatively low fibrinogen concentrations while retaining native growth factors in beneficial amounts and ratios. | 03-05-2015 |
Curtis Taylor, Gaston, IN US
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20130125798 | BURNER WITH OXYGEN AND FUEL MIXING APPARATUS - An apparatus is provided for combining oxygen and fuel to produce a mixture to be burned in a burner. The oxygen-fuel mixture is ignited in a fuel-ignition zone in a flame chamber to produce a flame. | 05-23-2013 |
20130302737 | FURNACE BURNER RADIATION SHIELD - A burner system for a furnace. The system may have a wedged or other shaped burner box. An air-fuel mixer may be attached to a smaller end of the burner box at virtually any angle relative to a direction of a gas and air mixture leaving the larger box end. A burner head may be attached to the larger end of the box. The burner head may be sufficient for numerous heater sections of a heat exchanger. A spacer and a radiation shield may be situated between the burner head and heat exchanger. An addition of the radiation shield may reduce the operating temperature of the burner box, burner head and/or spacer. A fan may move the gas and air mixture from the mixer, through the box and the burner head. The mixture may be ignited into a flame which is moved into the heat exchanger. | 11-14-2013 |
20150072294 | GASEOUS FUEL-OXYGEN BURNER - A gaseous fuel-oxygen burner is described herein. One device includes a flame zone in which combustion of gaseous fuel and oxygen occurs to form a flame, a coaxial gaseous fuel jet configured to provide the flame zone with gaseous fuel, and a coaxial oxygen jet configured to provide the flame zone with oxygen, wherein the coaxial gaseous fuel jet and the coaxial oxygen jet are separate such that the gaseous fuel from the coaxial gaseous fuel jet and the oxygen from the coaxial oxygen jet do not mix before entering the flame zone. | 03-12-2015 |
20150355119 | PROVIDING APPLIANCES WITH GAS QUALITY INFORMATION - Methods and systems for providing appliances with gas quality information are described herein. One system includes a single calorimeter or a single gas chromatograph configured to determine a calorific value of a gas being supplied to an area having a plurality of appliances and communicate the calorific value of the gas to the plurality of appliances. | 12-10-2015 |
Curtis L. Taylor, Gaston, IN US
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20130269577 | APPARATUS FOR BURNING PULVERIZED SOLID FUELS WITH OXYGEN - A burner assembly combines oxygen and fuel to produce a flame. The burner assembly includes an oxygen supply tube adapted to receive a stream of oxygen and a fuel supply tube arranged to extend through the oxygen tube to convey a stream of fluidized, pulverized, solid fuel into a flame chamber. Oxygen flowing through the oxygen supply tube passes through oxygen-injection holes formed in the fuel supply tube and then mixes with fluidized, pulverized, solid fuel passing through the fuel supply tube to create an oxygen-fuel mixture in a downstream portion of the fuel supply tube. This mixture is discharged into the flame chamber and ignited in a flame chamber to produce a flame. | 10-17-2013 |
20160003472 | FLAT-FLAME NOZZLE FOR BURNER - According to the present disclosure, a flat-flame nozzle is provided for producing a flat flame in a flame chamber included in a burner assembly. The flat-flame nozzle is configured to conduct fuel from a fuel supply to an ignition zone in the flame chamber. In some illustrative embodiments, the flat-flame nozzle is also configured to conduct oxygen from an oxygen supply to the ignition zone to produce a combustible oxygen-fuel mixture in the flame chamber. In illustrative embodiments, a removable first plate-separation border frame is positioned to lie between a first lower plate and a companion first upper plate. This border frame is configured to cooperate with those plates to form in the flat-flame nozzle a fuel-discharge outlet and a fuel-transport passageway communicating with the fuel-discharge outlet. | 01-07-2016 |
20160025334 | OXYGEN-FUEL BURNER WITH STAGED OXYGEN SUPPLY - A nozzle in a burner assembly is configured to produce a flame. The nozzle is configured to include a fuel-discharge outlet and to conduct fuel along a path in the nozzle to the fuel-discharge outlet. Pressurized primary oxygen is provided to mix with fuel discharged by the nozzle to produce a mixture that can be ignited to produce a flame. Staged oxygen is provided to the flame in a region downstream from the nozzle. | 01-28-2016 |
Dale Taylor, Hamilton Lake, IN US
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20150014318 | LOW PROFILE SECURING LATCH - A securing ring for holding a lid or similar closure on a container includes a ring end having a radially outer surface. A latch lever is mounted by one end to the radially outer surface by a pivotable connection. The radially outer surface is recessed to at least partially accommodate the pivotable connection, thereby reducing the radial profile of the ring latching mechanism. | 01-15-2015 |
20150028036 | CONTAINER LID SECURING RING - An openable securing ring for holding a lid or similar closure on a container has a latch mechanism arranged to secure ends of the ring releasably together at a circumferential break. A circumferentially extending recess is provided at a radially inner portion of the latch mechanism so that the radially inner portion is of reduced axial external thickness and provides relief for stable stacking of a first container on top of a second container when the securing ring is attached to the second container. A radially inner edge of a locking lever side wall may lie radially outward of the inner diameter of one ring end to define at least part of the reduced thickness radially inner portion. | 01-29-2015 |
20150034651 | ONE PIECE LOW PROFILE SECURING LATCH - A securing ring for holding a lid or similar closure on a container has a latch lever which is movable between an open position in which first and second ends of the ring are separated and a closed position in which the first and second ends are drawn closer together. The latch lever is connected to the first end of the ring by a flexible connection such as a living hinge or ligament. The latch lever in the closed position is at least partially overlappingly received against the first end of the ring. The latch lever may be connected to the ring second end by a pivotable connection of various forms and preferably operates with an overcentre action. Arrangements for stress transfer directly between the closed ring ends are also described. The resulting latch mechanisms are of low profile and may be moulded from plastics materials. | 02-05-2015 |
Dale W. Taylor, Hamilton, IN US
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20090294449 | Polymer drum ring and lever system - A two piece polymer clamping ring and lever system for retaining removable lids to containers. The clamping ring comprises a split circular ring, having an inwardly opening generally U-shaped channel formed of polymeric material, having first and second ends, an outer circumferential wall and oppositely disposed inwardly facing sidewalls. The ring first end including a plurality of outwardly extending receiving hooks, a plurality of outwardly facing receiving channels, and a plurality of outwardly extending stress transfer beams. The ring has an oppositely disposed second end including a flared region with mutually inwardly facing internal surfaces slideably moveable in adjacency over the outwardly facing side surfaces of a lever. The inwardly facing sidewalls of the second end of the ring include an inwardly facing transverse beam extending between the sidewalls and inwardly extending pivot bosses comprising a pivot shaft and enlarged button. A lever having an inwardly opening generally U-shaped channel form having mutually inwardly facing internal surfaces slideably moveable in adjacency over the side surfaces of the ring first end. The lever having a pivot end formed with a plurality of pivot shafts inwardly extending from the spaced apart sides of the lever to a pivot beam longitudinally disposed about the center of the lever underside, and a plurality of ring pivot boss receiving windows projecting through oppositely disposed lever sidewalls having pivot boss access openings extending to longitudinally extending pivot shaft bearing surfaces spaced from the lever pivot shafts a distance selected for drawing together the ring first and second ends. The lever having an inwardly extending transverse beam between the spaced apart sides rearward of the pivot boss access opening. The lever pivot shafts are configured for pivotable engagement with the ring first end receiving hooks and the lever receiving windows are configured for slideably receiving the ring second end pivot bosses. Movement of the lever from a generally radial position to a generally tangential position during closing of the lever draws the ring first and second ends together into an overlapping position with the flared end of the ring spanning the lever and in turn the lever sidewalls spanning the ring first end thereby trapping the lid and container flanges in the U-shaped split ring channel. When closed the contact surfaces on the inwardly projecting transverse beam on the underside of the lever and the outwardly projecting beams on the ring first end engage in a stress transfer relationship to relieve stresses on the lever pivot shafts and ring first end pivot receiving hooks. A second stress transfer relationship is engaged as an inwardly facing transverse beam extending between the sidewalls of the ring second end is slideably engaged into corresponding receiving channels outwardly facing from the ring first end thereby relieving stresses on the pivot bosses and corresponding longitudinally extending lever bearing surface. | 12-03-2009 |
20130240057 | Pre conditioned air duct storage and deployment reel apparatus - The pre conditioned air duct storage and deployment apparatus includes a plenum reel assembly having an air outlet means for connection to one end of the ducting, a frame rotatably supporting the plenum reel assembly comprising a reversible drive motor supported by the frame having an output drive shaft rotatably driving the plenum reel assembly in a first direction to retract the ducting and a second direction to deploy the ducting, a rotary swivel assembly having a first diameter fixedly supported by the frame and having a second diameter fixedly attached and rotatably supporting the plenum reel assembly about an axis coextensive with the drive shaft axis. The frame and plenum reel assembly has an opening for means of air transference through the rotary swivel assembly and the fixed portion of the swivel assembly has connecting means to an external pre conditioned air source. | 09-19-2013 |
20140014661 | DRUM RING AND LEVER SYSTEM - A two piece clamping ring and lever system for retaining removable lids to containers comprises a split circular ring. The ring first end includes outwardly extending receiving hooks. The second end of the ring includes pivot bosses comprising a pivot shaft and enlarged button. A lever with pivot shafts engages with the ring first end. When the lever is closed contact surfaces on an inwardly projecting transverse beam on the underside of the lever and outwardly projecting beams on the ring first end engage to relieve stresses on the lever pivot shafts and ring first end pivot receiving hooks. A second stress transfer relationship is engaged as an inwardly facing transverse beam extending between the sidewalls of the ring second end is slideably engaged into corresponding receiving channels outwardly facing from the ring first end thereby relieving stresses on the pivot bosses and corresponding longitudinally extending lever bearing surface. | 01-16-2014 |
20150321772 | Pre Conditioned Air Duct Reel Apparatus With Air Inlet Polymer Rotary Swivel - The pre conditioned air duct storage and deployment apparatus includes a plenum reel assembly having an air outlet means for connection to one end of the ducting, a frame rotatably supporting the plenum reel assembly comprising a reversible drive motor supported by the frame having an output drive shaft rotatably driving the plenum reel assembly in a first direction to retract the ducting and a second direction to deploy the ducting, a polymer rotary swivel assembly having a first diameter fixedly supported by the frame and having a second diameter fixedly attached and rotatably supporting the plenum reel assembly about an axis coextensive with the drive shaft axis. The frame and plenum reel assembly has an opening for means of air transference through the polymer rotary swivel assembly and the fixed portion of the polymer rotary swivel assembly has connecting means to an external pre conditioned air source. | 11-12-2015 |
Denzel K. Taylor, Crown Point, IN US
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20120160990 | WEDGE-ACTIVATED ROD CLAMP ASSEMBLY - A rod clamp assembly and method for securing a rod, for example, to secure and support concrete forms. The assembly includes a housing and a wedge member. The housing has pairs of oppositely-disposed sidewalls and oppositely-disposed endwalls. Each pair of sidewalls has a side passage that passes entirely through the housing, and the side passages of the pairs of sidewalls intersect each other to define an interior cavity within the housing. The pair of endwalls has an end passage that passes entirely through the housing and through the cavity within the housing to define an intersection with the cavity. The wedge member has a ramp feature at an end thereof, and a length that is sufficient so that the ramp feature enters the intersection between the side and end passages when the wedge member is inserted through the one of the side passages. | 06-28-2012 |
Douglas Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20080234836 | Socket preform/adapter combination for prosthetic device and method of manufacture - A socket for connecting a prosthetic limb to the residual limb of a amputee, including an adapter having at least one resin port extending therethrough and a generally conical composite material extending from the adapter. The composite material further includes a resin matrix and a multilayer triaxially woven preform embedded in the matrix. The preform is woven directly onto a positive mold of the residual limb. The adapter is positioned generally at the apex of the generally conical composite material. The adapter protrudes through the composite material. | 09-25-2008 |
Evan Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20090025627 | COLLAPSIBLE AND STACKABLE ROADWAY CONSTRUCTION BARRIER - A portable roadway construction barrier comprising vertically telescoping sections which allow the barrier to be expanded for use or collapsed for storage and transport. The sections are held in the expanded position using locking devices formed at the junctions between the sections. The uppermost section may comprise a handle to facilitate transport and the collapse or expansion of the barrier. The base section may include a recess to allow efficient stacking of multiple barriers in the collapsed state. | 01-29-2009 |
George Robert Taylor, West Lafayette, IN US
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20120284815 | APOMICTIC SOYBEAN PLANTS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING - The present invention provides apomictic soybean varieties and methods of making the same. The present invention relates to apomictic soybean plants having a mutant allele designated AP1, which confers apomixis. The invention relates to crossing soybean plants containing the AP1 allele to produce novel types and varieties of apomictic soybean plants. | 11-08-2012 |
G. Robert Taylor, West Lafayette, IN US
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20120284873 | APOMICTIC SOYBEAN VARIETIES AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING SAID VARIETIES - The present invention provides apomictic soybean varieties and methods of making the same. | 11-08-2012 |
James A. Taylor, Bloomington, IN US
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20130041286 | FULL CORE BIOPSY NEEDLE WITH SECONDARY CUTTING CANNULA - There is shown and described embodiments of a biopsy needle that is simpler to make and use than existing devices. An inner and outer cannula are provided, with the outer cannula having a superelastic finger that lies along the length of the inner cannula in a retracted position and partially covers the lumen of the inner cannula in an extended position. The finger is pointed and in the form of a triangle in a particular embodiment, and does not extend beyond the outer extent of the inner cannula in the extended position. | 02-14-2013 |
20140142542 | Catheter and Support Cannula Assembly - A system may include a catheter and a support cannula within the catheter. The catheter may include a tapered tip and a body extending proximally therefrom. The catheter tip may have a smaller inner diameter than the catheter body. The support cannula may include a tip disposed within the catheter tip such that the support cannula tip does not extend distally beyond the catheter distal end and a support segment extending proximally from the support cannula tip and disposed within the catheter body such that the catheter body remains in a non-stretched configuration. An outer diameter of the cannula tip may correspond to the inner diameter of the catheter tip. An outer diameter of the support segment may correspond to the inner diameter of the catheter body. The support segment may extend proximally to at least a proximal end of a perforated segment of the catheter body. | 05-22-2014 |
20140222073 | EXTERNAL SUTURE SECUREMENT DEVICES AND METHODS - Described are devices, methods and systems for securing sutures external to the body. In certain aspects, a suture securement device includes a housing member defining an internal cavity and a wedge member moveable within the cavity between a suture-release position to a suture-retention position. The wedge member defines a suture aperture extending therethrough. At the suture-retention position, the housing member is configured to compress the wedge member to clamp the suture, thereby substantially preventing the suture from moving within the aperture. | 08-07-2014 |
Jeffery Lynn Taylor, Rushville, IN US
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20100054197 | CELLULAR DSL MODEM - An apparatus includes an converter for changing network data into asynchronous transfer mode data for cellular transmission as a digital subscriber line signal, and for reconstructing network data from a cellular reception of a digital subscriber line signal. | 03-04-2010 |
Jeffrey Lynn Taylor, Rushville, IN US
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20100022223 | Method and apparatus for producing a map for mobile reception at each cell tower - A method and apparatus for producing a video map for mobile reception, comprising generating the video map of an area having points of interest proximate to a cell tower and transmitting the video map over a dedicated channel, are described. Also described are a method and system for receiving a video map for mobile reception, comprising tuning to a dedicated channel and receiving the video map over the dedicated channel. Finally a method and apparatus for determining a location with respect to a point of interest, comprising receiving a video map over a dedicated channel, superimposing a moving jpeg image onto the video map and tracking vehicle movement on the video map. | 01-28-2010 |
Jimmy Taylor, Poland, IN US
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20140276198 | PRESSURE SENSING CATHETER - A pressure sensing catheter may include an elongate tubular catheter body having a first lumen extending longitudinally within the catheter body, and a second lumen extending longitudinally within the catheter body adjacent to the first lumen. Each of the first and second lumens may include proximal and distal end openings positioned at proximal and distal ends, respectively, of the catheter body. A tip portion may extend distally from the distal end of the catheter body and may include an outer wall and a tip lumen. The tip lumen may include a first and second end openings coupled to the distal end openings of the first and second lumens, respectively. The first lumen and the second lumen may be in fluid communication with one another through the tip lumen. The tip portion may be deformable in response to an external pressure applied to the outer wall of the tip portion. | 09-18-2014 |
Jon R. Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20140182624 | Method and apparatus for automatic descaling of tankless water heaters - A novel method of descaling a water heating unit at least including: a) selectively receiving a user-defined descaling operation start date and time; b) monitoring for the advent of the descaling operation start date and time; c) upon the arrival of the descaling operation start date and time, automatically shutting off the supply of heated water to the demand destination; d) automatically pumping a stored descaling solution through the water heating unit to dislodge scale deposits; e) automatically rinsing the water heating unit to remove dislodged scale deposits and descaling solution; f) discharging dislodged scale deposits and descaling solution; g) restoring the supply of heated water to the demand destination; and h) returning the water heating unit to normal operation mode. | 07-03-2014 |
Kathleen Ann Taylor, Fishers, IN US
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20100310470 | IMMUNOMODULATORY POLYMERIC ANTIGENS FOR TREATING INFLAMMATORY PATHOLOGIES - Provided are natural and synthetic immunomodulatory polymeric antigens (SPAs), compositions containing SPAs, and methods of using these natural and synthetic SPAs and compositions to prevent or treat inflammatory pathologies. | 12-09-2010 |
Kenneth Taylor, Dayton, IN US
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20080277850 | Skateboard Repair Fixture - A skateboard repair fixture comprising a frame that includes an engagement member, such as a threaded rod that is generally aligned with the kingpin of the truck and extendable to contact a defective kingpin for removal from the baseplate or the insertion of a replacement kingpin thereinto. The frame is configured to include one or more of predetermined support positions therealong such that the first baseplate may assume a first orientation within a first support position for removal of the defective kingpin and a second orientation within the first or a second support position for seating its replacement. The frame may be configured to include additional support positions to accommodate different styles of skateboard truck baseplates or an adjustable member may be coupled to the frame to permit the orientation of particular truck baseplate to be adjusted in order to align the engagement member and kingpin. In another aspect of the invention, the frame is further configured such that a skateboard wheel may be aligned therealong to facilitate the removal of a defective wheel bearing by the engagement of the elongate engagement member in a first direction or to seat a replacement wheel bearing by movement of the elongate engagement member in a second direction. | 11-13-2008 |
20090255376 | APPARATUS FOR REMOVING CHILDPROOF CAPS - An apparatus is provided for removing a childproof cap from a container having a locking mechanism, the apparatus, which is configured for one-handed operation, comprises a cap-engaging assembly wherein a first portion is urged toward a second portion that applies a force against the childproof cap when the container is maintained in a fixed position. The cap-engaging assemble further comprises a actuating mechanism, such as a caming mechanism, that is configured such that as the first portion is urged toward the second portion the cap is initially depressed in a linear direction until the actuating mechanism is engaged, whereby the second portion is rotated slightly relative to the first portion so that the childproof cap is also rotated and becomes disengaged from the locking mechanism of the container. The apparatus may optionally include a support apparatus that operatively connects the cap-engaging mechanism to a support base that receives the container, such as via a pivoting arm. In another embodiment, the apparatus includes a drive mechanism, such as an electric motor that rotates a threaded rod connected to the cap-engaging mechanism, thereby reducing the need for the user to supply the necessary force to depress and disengage the cap. | 10-15-2009 |
20110000341 | APPARATUS FOR REMOVING CHILDPROOF CAPS - An apparatus is provided for removing a childproof cap from a container having a locking mechanism. The apparatus comprises a cap engaging assembly wherein a first portion is urged toward a second portion that applies a force against the childproof cap when the container is maintained in a fixed position. The cap engaging assembly further comprises a actuating mechanism, such as a caming mechanism, that is configured such that as the first portion is urged toward the second portion, the cap is initially depressed in a linear direction until the actuating mechanism is engaged, whereby the second portion is rotated slightly relative to the first portion so that the childproof cap is also rotated and becomes disengaged from the locking mechanism of the container. The cap engaging assembly includes a locking mechanism that temporarily fixes the second portion in its rotated position, preventing the childproof cap from rotating back to its original position and facilitating removal of the childproof cap from the container. | 01-06-2011 |
20110271975 | Training Toothbrush Having a Pivoting Brush Head - A training toothbrush for children comprising a body portion that includes a head portion, a handle, and a brush assembly that is configured to engage with and pivot upon the body portion. A caming mechanism, such as an oblique or curvilinear channel that receives a tracking element, is disposed between the brush assembly and the body portion and configured such that when the operator grasps the handle and attempts to brush the teeth in a longitudinal back and forth motion, the relative longitudinal movement between the handle and the brush assembly causes the caming mechanism to translate the longitudinal motion to the brush head, which then pivots vertically against the teeth in a more preferred motion for allowing the bristles to clean between teeth. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a locking mechanism that releasably engages the brush head to prevent it from pivoting vertically so that it operates much like a standard toothbrush. | 11-10-2011 |
Kyle Taylor, Westfield, IN US
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20150151665 | CARGO STABILIZATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A cargo stabilization system including a cargo carrier, a cargo unit supported by a floor of the cargo carrier, and at least one cargo stabilization unit. The cargo unit has outer edges which are defined by a pair of adjacent and angularly offset outer side surfaces, with at least one of the edges constituting a free edge. Each cargo stabilization unit is associated with a corresponding one of the free edges of the cargo unit, and each cargo stabilization unit includes first and second inner side surfaces which are offset from one another by an angle corresponding to the angular offset of the outer side surfaces which define an associated outer edge of the cargo unit. Each cargo stabilization unit includes a fastener opening mounting pattern, and is secured to the floor by a number of fasteners passing through fastener openings of the fastener opening mounting pattern. | 06-04-2015 |
Lance A. Taylor, Fort Wayne, IN US
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20090243320 | INDEPENDENTLY ADJUSTABLE CHASSIS SKIRT MOUNTING ASSEMBLY - A chassis skirt mounting assembly ( | 10-01-2009 |
Lucius A. Taylor, French Lick, IN US
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20110100203 | WEAPON MOUNTED ADAPTER - An adapter for mounting on a weapon. The adapter illustratively includes a plurality of mounting rails for removably coupling with a variety of accessories, such as sights, illumination devices, and laser aiming devices. | 05-05-2011 |
Lynne Taylor, West Lafayette, IN US
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20130237609 | CELLULOSE DERIVATIVES FOR ENHANCING BIOAVAILABILITY OF FLAVONOIDS - The present invention relates to delivery systems to enhance the bioavailability of flavonoids to improve human health. Flavonoids of interest include but are not limited to curcumin, resveratrol, ellagic acid, naringenin, and quercetin. Flavonoids are important in part because they are known to have beneficial effects on human health, including cardioprotective, antioxidant, and anticancer effects. Utility has been limited by low bioavailability, both in the sense of requiring high doses and in that it has been difficult to carry out proper dose-response studies in the absence of methods to control the actual dose administered. In addition to pharmaceutical applications, there are potential nutraceutical uses, for example in supplements that might be sold in health food stores and pharmacies. | 09-12-2013 |
Lynne S. Taylor, West Lafayette, IN US
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20130057848 | IMAGING CRYSTALLINE DOMAINS OF SMALL MOLECULES - An apparatus and method for performing volume scanning of a sample comprised of chiral materials disposed in a matrix of non-chiral materials is disclosed. A laser is raster scanned in a plane of the volume such that the intensity of energy in the focal region is sufficient to generate second harmonic (SHG) energy. This energy is detected and may be processed into three dimensional images of the volume. The raster pattern is repeatedly stepped over an area of the sample so as to produce three dimensional images of time-dependent processes. | 03-07-2013 |
Matthew Alan Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20140065582 | Method and System for Learning Call Analysis - A system and method are presented for learning call analysis. Audio fingerprinting may be employed to identify audio recordings that answer communications. In one embodiment, the system may generate a fingerprint of a candidate audio stream and compare it against known fingerprints within a database. The system may also search for a speech-like signal to determine if the end point contains a known audio recording. If a known audio recording is not encountered, a fingerprint may be computed for the contact and the communication routed to a human for handling. An indication may be made as to if the call is indeed an audio recording. The associated information may be saved and used for future identification purposes. | 03-06-2014 |
Paul Roger Taylor, Munster, IN US
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20160060048 | CONVEYOR BELT SEAL - A conveyor belt is formed from a loop of material having opposite first and second side edges, and which when laid flat has opposite planar surfaces extending between the first and second edges. First and second sealing protrusions extend outwardly from the outer surface of the loop of material and extending continuously around the outer surface of the loop of material. In use, the sealing protrusions contact a hopper of a food patty forming machine to prevent the leakage of food material from the hopper. | 03-03-2016 |
Ralph S. Taylor, Novlesville, IN US
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20150116894 | PLZT CAPACITOR ON GLASS SUBSTRATE - A lead-lanthanum-zirconium-titanate (PLZT) capacitor on a substrate formed of glass. The first metallization layer is deposited on a top side of the substrate to form a first electrode. The dielectric layer of PLZT is deposited over the first metallization layer. The second metallization layer deposited over the dielectric layer to form a second electrode. The glass substrate is advantageous as glass is compatible with an annealing process used to form the capacitor. | 04-30-2015 |
Ralph S. Taylor, Noblesville, IN US
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20080310115 | Metal screen and adhesive composite thermal interface - An improved thermal interface material for conducting heat away from an integrated circuit device into a heat sink is a composite material including a metal screen defining openings and a hardened structural bonding agent incorporated into the openings of the metal screen. The improved composite thermal interface material achieves outstanding bonding properties superior to conventional thermal interface materials, while also exhibiting exceptional thermal conductivity. | 12-18-2008 |
20100296223 | CONTACT METHOD TO ALLOW BENIGN FAILURE IN CERAMIC CAPACITOR HAVING SELF-CLEARING FEATURE - A capacitor exhibiting a benign failure mode has a first electrode layer, a first ceramic dielectric layer deposited on a surface of the first electrode, and a second electrode layer disposed on the ceramic dielectric layer, wherein selected areas of the ceramic dielectric layer have additional dielectric material of sufficient thickness to exhibit a higher dielectric breakdown voltage than the remaining majority of the dielectric layer. The added thickness of the dielectric layer in selected areas allows lead connections to be made at the selected areas of greater dielectric thickness while substantially eliminating a risk of dielectric breakdown and failure at the lead connections, whereby the benign failure mode is preserved. | 11-25-2010 |
20110002081 | SHAPEABLE SHORT-RESISTANT CAPACITOR - A method that employs a novel combination of conventional fabrication techniques provides a ceramic short-resistant capacitor that is bendable and/or shapeable to provide a multiple layer capacitor that is extremely compact and amenable to desirable geometries. The method allows thinner and more flexible ceramic capacitors to be made. The method includes forming a first thin metal layer on a substrate; depositing a thin, ceramic dielectric layer over the metal layer; depositing a second thin metal layer over the dielectric layer to form a capacitor exhibiting a benign failure mode; and separating the capacitor from the substrate. | 01-06-2011 |
20130148255 | SHAPEABLE SHORT CIRCUIT RESISTANT CAPACITOR - A ceramic short circuit resistant capacitor that is bendable and/or shapeable to provide a multiple layer capacitor that is extremely compact and amenable to desirable geometries. The capacitor that exhibits a benign failure mode in which a multitude of discrete failure events result in a gradual loss of capacitance. Each event is a localized event in which localized heating causes an adjacent portion of one or both of the electrodes to vaporize, physically cleaning away electrode material from the failure site. A first metal electrode, a second metal electrode, and a ceramic dielectric layer between the electrodes are thin enough to be formed in a serpentine-arrangement with gaps between the first electrode and the second electrode that allow venting of vaporized electrode material in the event of a benign failure. | 06-13-2013 |
20140151864 | ATOMIC LEVEL BONDING FOR ELECTRONICS PACKAGING - An electronic device assembly that includes a die and a substrate, and optionally a lead frame and a heat spreader. The die is characterized as an electronic device in die form, and has a polished die region. The substrate has a polished substrate region in direct contact with the polished die region. The polished die region and the polished substrate region have surface finishes effective to attach the die to the substrate by way of an atomic bond. The lead-frame has a polished lead-frame region, and the heat spreader has a polished heat spreader region. These polished regions may also be attached to the polished die region or the polished substrate region by way of an atomic bond. | 06-05-2014 |
20150070816 | CAPACITOR FABRICATION USING NANO MATERIALS - A multi-layer capacitor includes an anode, a cathode, a dielectric material, a first endcap, and a second endcap. The anode and cathode are formed of one or more layers of interlaced conductive material. The dielectric material is interposed between each of the layers of the anode and the cathode. The first and second endcaps configured to interconnect each of the layers of the anode and cathode, respectively. The endcaps are formed of conductive nano material. A method of forming an endcap of a capacitor configured to interconnect one or more layers of conductive material includes the step of applying conductive nano material to exposed conductive surfaces of at least one of an anode and a cathode of the one or more layers of conductive material. The method also includes the step of exposing the nano material to a source of energy effective to initiate self-sintering of the nano material. | 03-12-2015 |
20160027580 | PLZT Capacitor On Glass Substrate - A lead-lanthanum-zirconium-titanate (PLZT) capacitor on a substrate formed of glass. The first metallization layer is deposited on a top side of the substrate to form a first electrode. The dielectric layer of PLZT is deposited over the first metallization layer. The second metallization layer deposited over the dielectric layer to form a second electrode. The glass substrate is advantageous as glass is compatible with an annealing process used to form the capacitor. | 01-28-2016 |
Robert J. Taylor, Elkhart, IN US
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20130172944 | SUTURE BUTTON - A bone fixation assembly can include a suture button, a bone plate, and a suture assembly. The suture button can include a body that has a first end surface, a second end surface, and a circumferential outer surface. A first pair of passages can be formed through the body from the first end surface to the second end surface. The circumferential outer surface can include at least one protrusion or retaining rib extending radially therefrom. The bone plate defines an aperture. The suture button is configured to be at least partially received into the aperture in an assembled position such that the retaining rib engages the bone plate and inhibits withdrawal of the suture button from the aperture in the assembled position. The suture assembly includes a suture engaging member and a suture configured to couple the suture engaging member in the suture button. | 07-04-2013 |
20130172948 | CLAVICLE BENDING TEMPLATES - A reference guide tool for conforming a bone plate can include a series of bone templates, each having a distinct three-dimensional shape that replicates portions of various clavicles. Each bone template of the series of bone templates can have a plate engaging surface that is configured to engage a bone plate and provide a reference for the bone plates during structural modification of the bone plate. | 07-04-2013 |
Robert Ryan Taylor, Hanover, IN US
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20120199369 | Illuminating hoof-pick - A hoof-pick is an equine tool resembling a screwdriver with a bent blade. It is used to “pick-out” or clean and examine the sole of a horse's hoof. The hoof-pick can be either a curved hook style or standard bent or “spade” blade. An illuminating hoof-pick has a LED (light emitting diode) built into the rubber or molded plastic handle. The LED wiring and resistor is housed in a protective tube built into the underside of the molded handle. One wire in the assembly goes to the contact spring; the other to a conducting battery tube on the contact board. The LED is activated by a push button on-off switch and powered by a “AAA” battery. The technology is basically the same as a flashlight. The LED light would be mounted on the base of the hook. This position would illuminate the proper area to be cleaned or examined. | 08-09-2012 |
Steven H. Taylor, Hanover, IN US
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20150232311 | ARTICULATING ROLLER ASSEMBLY FOR FOUR-POST VEHICLE LIFT - An automotive lift system includes a plurality of posts and yoke assemblies. The yoke assemblies are slidably coupled to the posts such that the yoke assemblies are vertically moveable between a lowered position and a raised position. A pair of runways are secured between a respective pair of yoke assemblies and are configured to engage an automobile to thereby communicate vertical movement of the yoke assemblies to the automobile. The yoke assemblies include a structural frame and a pair of contact assemblies configured to engage opposing surfaces of the posts. The contact assemblies include an axle assembly having a pair of contact members (e.g., rollers, sliders, etc.) that are configured to engage an interior or exterior surface of the post. The axle assemblies are rotatable and/or articulable about a vertical axis parallel with the posts to thereby maintain proper engagement between the posts and the pairs of contact members. | 08-20-2015 |
Steven M. Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20120022709 | ENERGY DELIVERY CONTROL SYSTEMS AND METHODS - An electrical load control management system ( | 01-26-2012 |
Susan L. Taylor, Kokomo, IN US
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20090019678 | Intravenous tube organizer - A clip is provided that is especially well adapted for holding IV lines. The clip includes a first member and a second member. The first member defines a groove, and the second member defines a second groove substantially corresponding to the first groove of the first member. An axial member is also included. The first member and the second member are configured to rotate about the axial member. | 01-22-2009 |
Thomas Alan Taylor, Indianapolis, IN US
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20080213617 | Coated articles - This invention relates to articles coated with a thermally sprayed coating of a high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder, said high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder comprising from about 0 to about 0.15 weight percent impurity oxides, from about 0 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria) or from about 10 to about 36 weight percent ytterbium oxide (ytterbia), and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). The articles include, for example, blades, vanes and seal surfaces of gas turbine engines coated with a thermal barrier coating. | 09-04-2008 |
20080220209 | Thermally sprayed coatings - This invention relates to thermally sprayed coatings of a high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder, said high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder comprising from about 0 to about 0.15 weight percent impurity oxides, from about 0 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria) or from about 10 to about 36 weight percent ytterbium oxide (ytterbia), and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). Thermal barrier coatings for protecting a component such as blades, vanes and seal surfaces of gas turbine engines, made from the high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders, have a density greater than 88% of the theoretical density with a plurality of vertical macrocracks homogeneously dispersed throughout the coating to improve its thermal fatigue resistance. | 09-11-2008 |
20100081558 | Ceramic powders and thermal barrier coatings made therefrom - This invention relates to ceramic powders comprising a zirconia-based component, e.g., yttria-stabilized zirconia, and an (alumina+silica)-based component, e.g., mullite. The ceramic powders are useful for forming thermal shock resistant coatings having the same composition, through deposition by thermal spray devices. This invention also relates to thermal barrier coating systems suitable for protecting components exposed to high temperature environments, such as the thermal environment of a gas turbine engine. This invention further relates to forming free-standing solid ceramic articles. | 04-01-2010 |
20110164961 | COATING SYSTEM FOR CLEARANCE CONTROL IN ROTATING MACHINERY - The invention relates to gas turbine engine seal systems having a rotating member with an abrasive tip surface disposed in rub relationship to a stationary seal member with an abradable surface. The abrasive tip surface is coated with a metallic alloy matrix having ceramic abrasive particles embedded in and projecting from the matrix. The abradable seal surface is coated with a ceramic coating. The rub relationship affords a tight operating clearance between the rotating member and the stationary seal member, thereby improving engine efficiency, reducing fuel consumption and minimizing overhaul downtime. | 07-07-2011 |
20110164963 | COATING SYSTEM FOR CLEARANCE CONTROL IN ROTATING MACHINERY - The invention relates to gas turbine engine seal systems having a rotating member with an abrasive tip surface disposed in rub relationship to a stationary seal member with an abradable surface. The abrasive tip surface is coated with a metallic alloy matrix having ceramic abrasive particles embedded in and projecting from the matrix. The abradable seal surface is coated with a ceramic coating. The rub relationship affords a tight operating clearance between the rotating member and the stationary seal member, thereby improving engine efficiency, reducing fuel consumption and minimizing overhaul downtime. | 07-07-2011 |
20110171488 | THERMAL BARRIER COATING SYSTEMS - This invention relates in part to thermal barrier coating systems that comprise at least one metallic or metallic/ceramic inner layer deposited onto a substrate, at least one ceramic intermediate layer deposited onto the inner layer, and at least one ceramic outer layer deposited onto the intermediate layer. The ceramic intermediate layer is a thermally sprayed coating having a plurality of macrocracks distributed throughout the intermediate layer. The ceramic outer layer is a thermally sprayed coating made from composite ceramic powder particles that include a zirconia-based component and an (alumina+silica)-based component. The ceramic outer layer is substantially free of macrocracks. This invention also relates in part to methods of forming thermal barrier coating systems, and articles coated with thermal barrier coating systems. The thermal barrier coating systems are suitable for protecting components exposed to high temperature environments, such as the thermal environment of a gas turbine engine. | 07-14-2011 |
20110287252 | THERMAL BARRIER COATINGS AND ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM - A thermally sprayed coating, coating system and coated article are disclosed. The disclosed embodiments of the thermally sprayed coating, coating system and coated article use a customized ceramic powder comprising ceramic powder particles having an average particle size of about 25 to about 75 microns. In particular, the ceramic powder particles contain from about 70 to about 95 percent by weight of a zirconia-based component, with the balance being an (alumina+silica)-based component and wherein said ceramic powder particles comprise micronized sub-particles of the zirconia-based component and the (alumina+silica)-based component. | 11-24-2011 |
20120003102 | DENSE VERTICALLY CRACKED THERMAL BARRIER COATINGS - This invention relates to dense, vertically cracked thermal barrier coatings made from high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders. The high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder consisting essentially of less than about 0.01 weight percent silicon dioxide (silica), less than about 0.002 weight percent aluminum oxide (alumina), less than about 0.005 weight percent calcium oxide, less than about 0.005 weight percent ferric oxide, less than about 0 to about 0.002 weight percent magnesium oxide, less than about 0 to about 0.005 weight percent titanium dioxide, from about 1.5 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria), less than 0.1 weight percent other impurity oxides, and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia) and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). The thermal barrier coatings are intended to be used in cyclic thermal environments such as for gas turbine blades, vanes and seal surfaces exposed in the hot section of gas turbine engines. | 01-05-2012 |
20120122651 | High purity powders - This invention relates to high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders comprising from about 0 to about 0.15 weight percent impurity oxides, from about 0 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria) or from about 10 to about 36 weight percent ytterbium oxide (ytterbia), and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). Thermal barrier coatings for protecting a component such as blades, vanes and seal surfaces of gas turbine engines, made from the high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders, have a density greater than 88% of the theoretical density with a plurality of vertical macrocracks homogeneously dispersed throughout the coating to improve its thermal fatigue resistance. | 05-17-2012 |
20130330507 | HIGH PURITY ZIRCONIA-BASED THERMALLY SPRAYED COATINGS AND PROCESSES FOR THE PREPARATION THEREOF - This invention relates to thermally sprayed coatings of a high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder, said high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder comprising from about 0 to about 0.15 weight percent impurity oxides, from about 0 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria) or from about 10 to about 36 weight percent ytterbium oxide (ytterbia), and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). Thermal barrier coatings for protecting a component such as blades, vanes and seal surfaces of gas turbine engines, made from the high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders, have a density greater than 88% of the theoretical density with a plurality of vertical macrocracks homogeneously dispersed throughout the coating to improve its thermal fatigue resistance. | 12-12-2013 |
20140178632 | HIGH PURITY ZIRCONIA-BASED THERMALLY SPRAYED COATINGS AND PROCESSES FOR THE PREPARATION THEREOF - This invention relates to thermally sprayed coatings of a high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder, said high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powder comprising from about 0 to about 0.15 weight percent impurity oxides, from about 0 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria) or from about 10 to about 36 weight percent ytterbium oxide (ytterbia), and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). Thermal barrier coatings for protecting a component such as blades, vanes and seal surfaces of gas turbine engines, made from the high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders, have a density greater than 88% of the theoretical density with a plurality of vertical macrocracks homogeneously dispersed throughout the coating to improve its thermal fatigue resistance. | 06-26-2014 |
20140334939 | HIGH PURITY POWDERS - This invention relates to high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders comprising from about 0 to about 0.15 weight percent impurity oxides, from about 0 to about 2 weight percent hafnium oxide (hafnia), from about 6 to about 25 weight percent yttrium oxide (yttria) or from about 10 to about 36 weight percent ytterbium oxide (ytterbia), and the balance zirconium oxide (zirconia). Thermal barrier coatings for protecting a component such as blades, vanes and seal surfaces of gas turbine engines, made from the high purity yttria or ytterbia stabilized zirconia powders, have a density greater than 88% of the theoretical density with a plurality of verticalzA macrocracks homogeneously dispersed throughout the coating to improve its thermal fatigue resistance. | 11-13-2014 |
Todd Taylor, Bargersville, IN US
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20150013340 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE COMBUSTOR LINER - A gas turbine engine variable porosity combustor liner has a laminated alloy structure. The laminated alloy structure has combustion chamber facing holes on one side and cooling plenum facing holes on a radially opposite side. The combustion chamber facing holes are in fluid communication with the cooling plenum facing holes via axially and circumferentially extending flow passages sandwiched between metal alloy sheets of the laminated alloy structure. Porous zones having respective different cooling flow amounts are formed in the laminated allow structure based on at least one of an arrangement of the combustion chamber facing holes, an arrangement of the cooling plenum facing holes, and an arrangement of the flow passages. | 01-15-2015 |
Todd Taylor, Whiteland, IN US
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20100275606 | COMBUSTOR LINER - A combustor liner for a turbine engine is disclosed herein. The combustor liner includes an inner liner surface operable to define at least part of a combustion chamber in a turbine engine. The inner liner surface extends along a portion of a chordal arc on a first side of the chordal arc. The combustor liner also includes a bearing surface operable to support a floating dome panel. At least part of the bearing surface is spaced from the chordal arc on a second side of the chordal arc opposite the first side. | 11-04-2010 |
20130174562 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE, COMBUSTOR AND DOME PANEL - One embodiment of the present invention is a unique dome panel for a gas turbine engine combustor. Another embodiment is a unique gas turbine combustor. Yet another embodiment is a unique gas turbine engine. Other embodiments include apparatuses, systems, devices, hardware, methods, and combinations for gas turbine engines and combustion systems and components. Further embodiments, forms, features, aspects, benefits, and advantages of the present application will become apparent from the description and figures provided herewith. | 07-11-2013 |
Todd S. Taylor, Whiteland, IN US
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20100011780 | COMBUSTOR LINER SUPPORT AND SEAL ASSEMBLY - The invention is a combination that includes a gas turbine engine extending along an axis. The gas turbine engine includes an annular combustor with a combustor liner. The combination of the invention also includes a plurality of projections extending from the combustor liner and spaced from one another circumferentially about the axis. The combination of the invention also includes a free-standing ring disposed about the combustor liner and positioned adjacent to the plurality of projections along the axis. The plurality of projections engage a corresponding circumferentially-facing portion of the free-standing ring and circumferentially support the combustor liner while allowing relative radial displacement between the combustor liner and the free-standing ring. The combination of the invention also includes a rolling assembly operably disposed between the free-standing ring and the plurality of projections to reduce binding during the relative radial displacement. | 01-21-2010 |
20120159958 | GAS TURBINE ENGINE FLOW PATH MEMBER - A gas turbine engine is disclosed having a compressor, combustor, and turbine and a flow path therethrough. A flow path member is disposed between an inner surface of the flow path and a rotating shaft that couples the compressor and turbine. The flow path member directs a cooling fluid along a path to cool a portion of the gas turbine engine between the inner surface and the rotating shaft. The flow path member is retained to permit radially free motion and can also be retained to permit axially free motion. The flow path member can have feed holes that permit the cooling fluid to pass. | 06-28-2012 |
20130139514 | COMBUSTOR LINER SUPPORT AND SEAL ASSEMBLY - A method is disclosed herein for reducing binding between a combustor liner of a gas turbine engine and a free-standing ring disposed about the combustor liner. The method comprises the step of disposing a rolling assembly to roll between the combustor liner and the free-standing ring during relative radial displacement. | 06-06-2013 |
Todd S. Taylor, Bargersville, IN US
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20150362190 | COMBUSTOR ASSEMBLY WITH CHUTES - A combustor for use in a gas turbine engine includes a chute and a combustion liner defining a combustion chamber and a chute-receiving aperture that extends through the combustion liner. The chute extends through the chute-receiving aperture of the combustion liner and defines a passageway sized to convey air from an environment outside the combustion chamber through the combustion liner into the combustion chamber. | 12-17-2015 |
Todd T. Taylor, Kendallville, IN US
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20140277781 | AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WITH AUTOMATED RECOGNITION OF CHEMICAL TOTE CONTENTS - An agricultural implement for applying an active ingredient to a geographic area includes a chassis, and at least one active ingredient tank. Each active ingredient tank is removably positioned on and carried by the chassis. Each active ingredient tank contains an active ingredient therein which is to be applied to the geographic area. Each active ingredient tank has an identification (ID) tag representing data associated with the active ingredient. An electrical reader carried by the chassis is configured for reading the ID tag and providing an output signal. An electrical processing circuit is coupled with the reader and receives the output signal. | 09-18-2014 |
20160044858 | AGRICULTURAL IMPLEMENT WITH AUTOMATED RECOGNITION OF SEED ATTRIBUTES - An agricultural implement arrangement includes a container of seed having an ID tag associated therewith; an implement for applying a product to a geographic area; an electrical reader configured for reading the ID tag and providing an output signal; and an electrical processing circuit coupled with the reader and the implement. The ID tag has data representing at least one attribute associated with the seed. The electrical processing circuit receives the output signal and controls the implement, dependent upon the output signal. | 02-18-2016 |
Tony L. Taylor, Martinsville, IN US
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20130250466 | SHORT CIRCUIT APPARATUS AND METHOD - An assembly is disclosed which may include a serviceable unit and a current limiting device coupled to the serviceable unit. The serviceable unit may include a positive electrical terminal connection, a negative electrical terminal connection, and a plurality of energy storage devices operatively coupled to the positive electrical terminal connection and the negative electrical terminal connection to form an electrical path of the serviceable unit. The current limiting device may include a current limiting component. The current limiting component being included in the electrical path of the serviceable unit. | 09-26-2013 |
Tyrone Taylor, Dayton, IN US
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20080277850 | Skateboard Repair Fixture - A skateboard repair fixture comprising a frame that includes an engagement member, such as a threaded rod that is generally aligned with the kingpin of the truck and extendable to contact a defective kingpin for removal from the baseplate or the insertion of a replacement kingpin thereinto. The frame is configured to include one or more of predetermined support positions therealong such that the first baseplate may assume a first orientation within a first support position for removal of the defective kingpin and a second orientation within the first or a second support position for seating its replacement. The frame may be configured to include additional support positions to accommodate different styles of skateboard truck baseplates or an adjustable member may be coupled to the frame to permit the orientation of particular truck baseplate to be adjusted in order to align the engagement member and kingpin. In another aspect of the invention, the frame is further configured such that a skateboard wheel may be aligned therealong to facilitate the removal of a defective wheel bearing by the engagement of the elongate engagement member in a first direction or to seat a replacement wheel bearing by movement of the elongate engagement member in a second direction. | 11-13-2008 |