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Ben Walker, Draper, UT US
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| 20090235425 | VIA FERRATA SAFETY SYSTEM - The present invention relates to a via ferrata safety system that improves user safety by increasing the reliable activation of the energy absorption system. The via ferrata system includes a harness coupling member, two fixed cable coupling members, and an energy absorption system. The energy absorption system is coupled to both the harness coupling member and the two fixed cable coupling members. The two fixed cable coupling members are independently coupled to the energy absorption system and to one another. The coupling between the two fixed cable coupling members is proportionally weaker than the independent coupling between the two fixed cable coupling members and the energy absorption system. This proportional weakness of the coupling between the fixed cable coupling members allows each of the fixed cable coupling members to act independently in the event that one of the cable coupling members is coupled to a point between the user and the energy absorption system. | 09-24-2009 |
| 20120297590 | MAGNETIC CARABINER SYSTEM - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an automatic locking carabiner including a frame, a gate, a gate biasing system, and a gate locking system. The gate is pivotably coupled to the frame including a closed configuration within which the gate and frame form a continuously enclosed inner region, and an open configuration within which the gate is pivotably rotated within the inner region so as to form an opening. The gate locking system includes an engaged state within which the gate is locked in the closed configuration, and a disengaged state within which the gate is pivotably rotatable with respect to the frame. The gate locking system is biased toward the engaged state when the gate is in the closed configuration. The functionality and operation of the gate locking system is independent of the gate biasing system. The engaged state of the gate locking system includes a releasable magnetic coupling between the gate and the frame. | 11-29-2012 |
Benjamin Walker, Draper, UT US
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| 20110138586 | WIRE-GATE CARABINER - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an improved wire-gate carabiner system including a frame, gate, and gate biasing system. The gate is pivotably coupled to the frame across an opening to form a continuously enclosed inner region in a closed configuration. The gate may be referred to as a wire-type gate in that it includes an arch and two ends. The arch is looped over a hook disposed on the keyed region of the frame in the closed configuration. The two ends are pivotably coupled to the frame at two independent gate coupling points on the pivot region so as to utilize the torsional rigidity of the gate structure as the gate biasing system. The keyed region of the frame includes a hook and a cover. The cover is oriented and shaped to laterally shield the arch and hook from undesirable couplings. | 06-16-2011 |
| 20110138587 | MULTI-CHAMBER CARABINER - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an automatically locking carabiner system including a frame, a gate, a gate biasing system, and a gate locking system. The frame and gate form a continuously enclosed inner region in a closed configuration with respect to the frame. When in an engaged state, the gate locking system is configured to automatically lock the gate in the closed configuration with respect to the frame. The gate locking system may include a trigger coupled to the frame such that the position of the trigger corresponds to the state of the gate locking system. The trigger may be positioned on an opposite side of the frame from the gate with respect to the inner region. The force required to disengage the gate locking system may be substantially opposite that which is required to transition the gate to the open configuration with respect to the frame. | 06-16-2011 |
Brandon T. Walker, Layton, UT US
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| 20110218513 | Biologics Delivery System - A system for harvesting, preparing, and delivering biological materials or other therapeutic agents is disclosed. The system is adaptable to a variety of biological materials or other therapeutic agents. The system is adaptable for minimally invasive procedures where access may be limited. The system includes provisions for delivering biological materials or other therapeutic agents along a curved path. The system is adaptable to maximize the delivered quantity of biological materials or other therapeutic agents, thus minimizing waste. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110218521 | ERGONOMIC SURGICAL INSTRUMENT HANDLE - Instrument handles isolate the functions of supporting the instrument and actuating controls on the instrument. An instrument handle may be grasped and supported by the less dexterous digits and palm of a human hand, and controls mounted on the instrument handle may be actuated by the more dexterous digits. The instrument handle may couple to an end effector so that the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder remain in a comfortable position when the end effector is positioned to act effectively on a selected portion of a workpiece, such as a surgical site. | 09-08-2011 |
| 20110295297 | DICE CUTTING SURGICAL INSTRUMENT - Surgical punch tools remove a waste portion of tissue from a main portion and subdivide the waste portion into two or more smaller debris portions. The tools may also grasp the waste portion or eject the debris from the tool. | 12-01-2011 |
Brandon Timothy Walker, Layton, UT US
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| 20080243185 | SPINAL STABILIZING SYSTEM - A bone stabilizing system includes a collar that has a tubular sidewall with an interior surface and an exterior surface each extending between a first end and an opposing second end, the interior surface at least partially bounding a longitudinal passage extending therethrough. The collar also includes a pair of opposing spaced apart channels transversely extending through the sidewall at the first end thereof and a pair of spaced apart bayonet prongs projecting from the first end of the tubular sidewall. A screw has a threaded portion and a head disposed on an end thereof, the head of the screw being disposed within the longitudinal passage of the collar. A locking cap has a hole extending therethrough and a pair of spaced apart bayonet slots formed thereon, the bayonet slots being configured to receive and engage with the pair of bayonet prongs. | 10-02-2008 |
Brett Clyde Walker, Provo, UT US
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| 20100037433 | HANDLE FOR EXERCISE EQUIPMENT INCORPORATING A FEATURE FOR ADJUSTING LENGTH OF AN ATTACHED CORD - A handle for exercise equipment provides for adjustment in length of the cord to which it is secured. The handle is generally C-shaped, such that first and second extensions, each of which incorporates a tubular channel, extend in a forward direction from opposite ends of a handgrip portion of the handle. A rear surface of the handgrip element incorporates a generally rectangular recess that extends between the two tubular channels. A rectangular plug, which snaps into the rectangular recess, is equipped with a generally cylindrical bore that extends the length of the rectangular plug. In order to attach the cord to the handle, it is routed through the cylindrical bore of the rectangular plug, and then through each of the tubular channels. In order to shorten the effective length of the cord, the plug is removed, reversed in direction and replaced in the recess. | 02-18-2010 |
Bruce Walker, Syracuse, UT US
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| 20100226398 | Systems and Methods for Upgrading Non-Compliant Laser Devices - An assembly for use with a non-compliant laser device comprising the combination of an emission indicator assembly configured to indicate the actuation of the non-compliant laser device, a key control assembly configured to selectively provide electrical continuity throughout the circuitry of non-compliant laser device, and a remote interlock assembly configured to selectively provide for remote control of the non-compliant laser device and provide electrical continuity throughout the circuitry of non-compliant laser device. | 09-09-2010 |
Craig Walker, Salt Lake City, UT US
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| 20100197567 | CONUS POLYPEPTIDES - The invention relates to peptides (termed propeller peptides herein) and related peptides (termed peptides of the G12.2 family herein), about 60 to about 90 residues in length, which are naturally available in minute amounts in the venom of the cone snails or analogous to the naturally available peptides, and which blocks the desensitization of AMPA-type ionotropic glutamate receptors (AMPARs). | 08-05-2010 |
Douglas Jock Walker, Springville, UT US
Edward Walker, Ogden, UT US
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| 20090258833 | FORTIFIED LIQUID PROTEIN COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF MAKING SAME - A fortified liquid protein composition and method includes hydrolyzed collagen and a desired abundance of sulfur containing amino acids and optionally taurine. | 10-15-2009 |
Edward B. Walker, Ogden, UT US
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| 20090324737 | Antimicrobial And Sporicidal Composition - Germicidal compositions with enhanced activity towards killing microbiological spores and vegetative cells comprising certain quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs), phenolic compounds, monohydric alcohols, hydrogen peroxide, iodine, triclocarban, triclosan or combinations thereof with one or more spore coat opening agents. The invention also provides for the application of the germicidal compositions to animate and inanimate surfaces to help kill germs and protect against the risk of infection from bacteria, molds, yeasts, fungi, viruses, and microbiological spores. | 12-31-2009 |
| 20130078316 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR IRRIGATION OF MUCOSAL TISSUES - A synthetic endotracheal irrigant for preventing, treating, and reducing infections, including mucosal infections in patients, including infants. A method for producing a formulation of the synthetic endotracheal irrigant with a water content of about 98% (w/w) to about 99.9(w/w) and a total mineral content of less than about 5.0% (w/w), including a sodium content of less than about 2.0% (w/w). The synthetic endotracheal irrigant excludes protein. | 03-28-2013 |
Gavin M. Walker, South Jordan, UT US
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| 20120129665 | CHIN-UP EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD - An exercise apparatus is disclosed. The exercise apparatus may include a frame and a rail suspended from the frame. The rail may have a length extending horizontally. The exercise apparatus may further include two carriages, each configured to roll along the rail independent of one another. A handle may be connected to each carriage. A user may grasp the handles, one with each hand, and execute an exercise such as a chin-up, pull-up, bicep curl, lat pulldown, or the like. | 05-24-2012 |
James Walker, Farmington, UT US
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| 20080264426 | DEVICE TO TREAT SNORING AND OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA IN ADULTS AND TO PREVENT INFANTS FROM SLEEPING NON-SUPINE - This is a position sensing monitor that provides private sensory biofeedback to adults, in the form of auditory stimulus or tactile sensation (vibration), to promote non-supine sleep. The essential feature of this invention is to eliminate/reduce position-related snoring and obstructive sleep apnea and not disrupting sleep of bed partner. A variation of this concept is its use in infants to promote sleeping supine by parental notification of rolling from supine to side or prone positions, allow re-position to supine and thereby reducing the risk for SIDS. | 10-30-2008 |
Jeffrey Walker, South Weber, UT US
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| 20130097950 | Fiber Enforced Thin Brick Sheet and Process - A fiber enforced sheet for use as a wall or floor covering which comprises of adhered thin bricks bonded to a fiber-reinforced, backing layer. Thin brick is adhered to the fiber enforced sheet. The fiber enforced backing increases strength and rigidity to the thin brick during handling, and installation permits the thin bricks to be adhered to proper specification and spacing to be cut using ordinary tile or thin brick tools. | 04-25-2013 |
John Walker, Sandy, UT US
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| 20090125671 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR STORAGE SPACE RECOVERY AFTER REACHING A READ COUNT LIMIT - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for storage space recovery after reaching a read count limit. A read module reads data in a storage division of solid-state storage. A read counter module then increments a read counter corresponding to the storage division. A read counter limit module determines if the read count exceeds a maximum read threshold, and if so, a storage division selection module selects the corresponding storage division for recovery. A data recovery module reads valid data packets from the selected storage division, stores the valid data packets in another storage division of the solid-state storage, and updates a logical index with a new physical address of the valid data. | 05-14-2009 |
| 20120059981 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR STORAGE SPACE RECOVERY - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for storage space recovery. A storage division selection module selects a first storage division for recovery. The first storage division comprises a portion of solid-state storage in a solid-state storage device. A data recovery module reads valid data from the first storage division in response to selecting the first storage division for recovery. The data recovery module stores the valid data in a second storage division of the solid-state storage device. The data recovery module passes the valid data through at least a portion of a write data pipeline for the solid-state storage device without passing the valid data to a host device and/or without routing the valid data outside of a solid-state storage controller for the solid-state storage device. | 03-08-2012 |
John Walker, Riverton, UT US
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| 20130124791 | APPARATUS, SYSTEM, AND METHOD FOR STORAGE SPACE RECOVERY IN SOLID-STATE STORAGE - An apparatus, system, and method are disclosed for storage space recovery in solid-state storage. A sequential storage module sequentially writes data packets in a storage division. The storage division includes a portion of a solid-state storage. The data packets are derived from an object. The data packets are sequentially stored by order of processing. A storage division selection module selects a storage division for recovery. A data recovery module reads valid data packets from the storage division selected for recovery, queues the valid data packets with other data packets to be written sequentially, and updates an index with a new physical address of the valid data. The index includes a mapping of physical addresses of data packets to object identifiers. A storage division recovery module marks the storage division selected for recovery as available for sequentially writing data packets in response to completing copying valid data from the storage division. | 05-16-2013 |
Joseph K. Walker, Pleasant Grove, UT US
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| 20090124979 | INSERTION DEVICES FOR INFUSION DEVICES - An insertion device for inserting an infusion device at least partially into skin for subcutaneous infusion can comprise a sleeve having a lower surface that is configured to engage the skin, a shuttle or carriage to carry the infusion device between a retracted position and an advanced position; at least a first biasing member to urge the shuttle or carriage toward the advanced position, and an actuator to cause the first biasing member to urge the carriage from the retracted position to the advanced position. In some embodiments, the insertion device can further comprise a hub and at least a second biasing member to urge the hub away from the shuttle or carriage. In some embodiments, the insertion device can further comprise a needle attached to the hub. Methods for inserting an infusion device and various other features that can be comprised by an insertion device are also disclosed. | 05-14-2009 |
Larry Walker, Salt Lake City, UT US
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| 20120082576 | PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM FOR INFUSION PUMPS - A pressure monitoring system allows for more accurate and reliable measurement of the pressure inside of a tube in a pump. The pressure monitoring system prevents movement of the tubing or a change in size of the tubing due to external forces applied to the pump, eliminating inaccuracies due to handling of the pump during use. | 04-05-2012 |
Richard W. Walker, Alpine, UT US
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| 20100037626 | TEMPERATURE CALIBRATION DEVICE HAVING RECONFIGURABLE HEATING/COOLING MODULES TO PROVIDE WIDE TEMPERATURE RANGE - A temperature calibration device uses Peltier cells for heating and cooling. The Peltier cells are connected to a relay that connects the cells to each other in one configuration for heating and a different configuration for cooling. The Peltier cells also receive supply voltages having different magnitudes and polarities for heating and cooling. By changing the manner in which the Peltier cells are connected to each other and using different supply voltages for heating and cooling, the cells are able to operate closer to their specified maximum temperature differential without sacrificing the useful life of the cells. | 02-18-2010 |
| 20100308772 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING STORED ELECTRICAL ENERGY TO QUIET POWER SENSITIVE MEASUREMENT CIRCUITS - The present invention is a system and method for temporarily storing electrical energy to power sensitive measurement circuits. In one embodiment, a switch-mode power converter is operable to charge an energy storage device. After the energy storage device is sufficiently charged, the switch-mode power converter is powered off so that sensitive measurements may be made without being affected by noise or interference caused by the switch-mode power converter. Once the measurement has been made, the switch-mode power converter is powered on and provides power to the energy storage device to recharge the energy storage device so that a subsequent measurement may be made. | 12-09-2010 |
| 20110001501 | INTERNAL SELF-CHECK RESISTANCE BRIDGE AND METHOD - One or more embodiments are directed to a resistance bridge measurement circuit configured to perform an internal self-check. The resistance bridge measurement circuit may include two or more internal resistors. In one embodiment, the resistance bridge measurement circuit may be configured to measure a first voltage across one of the resistors and a second voltage across a combination of the two resistors. The measured voltages may be converted to a resistance ratio and compared to an expected value. In another embodiment, the resistance bridge measurement circuit may be configured to measure a third voltage across the other of the two resistors and a fourth voltage across a combination of the two resistors. The measured voltages may be converted to corresponding resistance ratios, summed and compared to an expected value. | 01-06-2011 |
| 20110001502 | RESISTANCE BRIDGE ARCHITECTURE AND METHOD - One or more embodiments are directed to a resistance bridge having two voltage measurements circuits that function in tandem. In one embodiment, a constant current source may be applied to two resistors coupled in series, in which the first resistor has a known resistance and the second resistor has a resistance to be determined or verified. A first measurement circuit may measure a first voltage across the first resistor and at substantially the same time a second measurement circuit measures a second voltage across the second resistor. The voltage of each resistor is converted to a ratio. Based on the ratio and the resistance of the first resistance, the resistance of the second resistor may be calculated. | 01-06-2011 |
Roland Walker, Syracuse, UT US
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| 20090022544 | Cable Coupler Having Retained Wedges - A cable coupler includes a body having a first end, a second end, and first and second passageways sized and shaped to receive a cable, with each passageway including a tapered portion. A wedge assembly is disposed in each tapered portion to secure a cable to the body. A clip assembly is attached to the body adjacent the tapered portion of each of the passageways and is shiftable between a closed position in which the clip assembly is positioned to prevent an adjacent one of the wedge assemblies from exiting the corresponding passageway and an open position in which the adjacent wedge assembly is insertable into the tapered portion of the corresponding passageway. | 01-22-2009 |
| 20090180841 | Low Profile Mine Roof Support - A low-profile mine roof support device comprises a roof plate and a barrel. The roof plate is generally flat and defines a through-bore. The barrel includes a head disposed at a first end, and a cylindrical body disposed at a second end. A tapered bore extends from the first end of the barrel toward the second end, and is for receiving a cable. At least one wedge is adapted to be received within the tapered bore of the barrel to anchor the cable thereto. The head of the barrel comprises a convex surface that seats against the plate such that a portion of the head penetrates the bore and intersects the first and second planes, thereby reducing the extent to which the support device extends into the mine without sacrificing the working length of the barrel. | 07-16-2009 |
| 20090245944 | LOW PROFILE MINE ROOF SUPPORT - A low-profile mine roof support device comprises a roof plate and a barrel. The barrel includes a nose portion, a shoulder portion, and a tapered bore for receiving a cable to secure the roof plate to the mine roof. The shoulder portion of the barrel comprises a convex surface that seats against the plate. So configured, a majority of the barrel, which includes the nose portion and the tapered bore, passes through the plate and into a drilled hole formed in the mine roof, thereby advantageously minimizing the extent to which the support device extends into the workspace of the mine without sacrificing the length of the barrel. | 10-01-2009 |
| 20100080649 | Cable Coupler Having Retained Wedges - A cable coupler includes a body having a first end, a second end, and first and second passageways sized and shaped to receive a cable, with each passageway including a tapered portion. A wedge assembly is disposed in each tapered portion to secure a cable to the body. A clip assembly is attached to the body adjacent the tapered portion of each of the passageways and is shiftable between a closed position in which the clip assembly is positioned to prevent an adjacent one of the wedge assemblies from exiting the corresponding passageway and an open position in which the adjacent wedge assembly is insertable into the tapered portion of the corresponding passageway. | 04-01-2010 |
Roland C. Walker, Syracuse, UT US
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| 20080236898 | Rebar insertion tool - An improved ground support member insertion device comprising means for attaching the device to a jackleg drill, a clutch assembly disposed adjacent to the attaching means and adapted for holding a ground support member while it is being inserted into a first drill hole; and, anchoring means disposed opposite the clutch assembly and adapted for temporarily anchoring the device for stabilization in a rock formation during insertion of the ground support member. An impact tool for engaging the proximate end of the ground support member providing rotation and impact to the ground support member to mix the resin and to secure the ground support member in a rock formation. The impact tool can also be used to manually or mechanically tension the ground support member once installed. | 10-02-2008 |
| 20090180840 | Dome headed roof bolt - A new bolt head design is disclosed and claimed. The bolt head has a radius between the shaft and the first side of a washer which spreads the shaft load more evenly to the washer. A concave dome is located between the second side of the washer and the driver of the head. These elements more evenly distribute the load, increase the bolt head strength and help prevent the washer, shaft and washer driver interfaces from failing when the bolt is loaded either in a linear or non-linear fashion. | 07-16-2009 |
| 20100034595 | Friction stabilizers and roof bolt head markings - A roof stabilizer for use in securing surfaces in tunneling and mining is disclosed and claimed. The stabilizer has a tube with a slot and a ring attached to the bottom end of the tube. The ring can have indicia on a bottom surface of the ring or a side surface of the ring or both. The location of the indicia can provide better indication of the properties of the stabilizer to the installer. The indicia is easier to read than that of the background art both before and after installation. The location of the indicia can also provide easer and quicker visual inspection of already installed stabilizers to verify that the proper roof stabilizers were installed. The location of the indicia lessens the likelihood that corrosion will remove the indicia making it unidentifiable. The stabilizer disclosed and claimed also allows the use of grout or an adhesive in the interior of the tube which does not cover up or conceal the indicia on the ring as opposed to indicia in the background art stabilizers. Also disclosed are various locations and methods for placing indicia on the heads of roof bolts. Such indicia locations and methods for placement also aid in the pre and post installation and inspection of roof bolts to provide easier verification that devices with the correct properties were installed. | 02-11-2010 |
Trenton T. Walker, Woodland Hills, UT US
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| 20110146348 | THICK SINTERED POLYCRYSTALLINE DIAMOND AND SINTERED JEWELRY - Methods of forming larger sintered compacts of PCD and other sintered ultrahard materials are disclosed. Improved solvent metal compositions and layering of the un-sintered construct allow for sintering of thicker and larger high quality sintered compacts. Jewelry may also be made from sintered ultrahard materials including diamond, carbides, and boron nitrides. Increased biocompatibility is achieved through use of a sintering metal containing tin. Methods of sintering perform shapes are provided. | 06-23-2011 |