Bemis, US
Adam Bemis, Los Altos Hills, CA US
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20140216579 | SYSTEM FOR EMULSION ASPIRATION - System, including apparatus and methods, for aspirating at least a portion of an emulsion from a well using a tip. In some embodiments, the tip may have a flat end and an inlet surrounded by the flat end. The well may have a floor with one or more surface features that prevent uninterrupted circumferential contact of the flat end of the tip with any region of the floor. In some embodiments, the tip may not have a flat end. In some embodiments, the well may have a port that guides the tip to the floor with the tip slanted with respect to the floor. Methods of making a device that includes the well are also disclosed. | 08-07-2014 |
20140272996 | DROPLET GENERATOR WITH COLLECTION TUBE - A system, including methods and apparatus, for generating droplets suitable for droplet-based assays. The disclosed systems may include (1) a droplet generation component configured to form sample-containing droplets by merging aqueous, sample-containing fluid with a background emulsion fluid such as oil, to form an emulsion of sample-containing droplets suspended in the background fluid, and (2) a droplet reservoir component configured to receive the droplet emulsion from the droplet generation component and then to be separated from the droplet generation component, so that subsequent assay steps may be conveniently performed using the droplet reservoir component. In some examples, the droplet reservoir component may be an industry standard PCR tube or a strip of interconnected PCR tubes. | 09-18-2014 |
Andrew Bemis, Upper Saddle River, NJ US
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20130145854 | LINKED BRIDGE PRESSURE TRANSDUCER ASSEMBLIES - A gage/differential pressure transducer assembly having enhanced output capabilities, comprising a first pressure port adapted to communicate a first pressure to a first sensor, the first sensor comprising a first Wheatstone bridge adapted to output a first signal indicative of the first pressure, wherein the first pressure is a main pressure; and a second pressure port adapted to communicate a second pressure to a second sensor, the second sensor comprising a second Wheatstone bridge adapted to output a second signal indicative of the second pressure, wherein the second pressure is a reference pressure; and an output port connected to the first Wheatstone bridge and the second Wheatstone bridge for outputting a third signal representative of the difference between the first and second pressures. | 06-13-2013 |
20150204746 | COMPENSATING A SENSOR HAVING THERMAL GRADIENTS - This disclosure provides example methods, devices, and systems for compensating a sensor having thermal gradients. In one embodiment, a system may comprise a sensor, including a first half-bridge transducer, wherein the first half-bridge transducer is configured to receive a first pressure, measure the first pressure and output a first pressure signal associated with the first pressure; a first set of span resistors coupled to the first half-bridge transducer, wherein the first set of span resistors is configured to compensate the first pressure signal for a thermal sensitivity shift associated with the first half-bridge transducer to generate a first compensated pressure signal; a second half-bridge transducer, wherein the second half-bridge transducer is configured to receive a second pressure, measure the second pressure, and output a second pressure signal associated with the second pressure; a second set of span resistors coupled to the second half-bridge transducer, wherein the second set of span resistors is configured to compensate the second pressure signal for a thermal sensitivity shift associated with the second half-bridge transducer to generate a second compensated pressure signal; and wherein an output signal associated with a difference between the first compensated pressure signal and the second compensated pressure signal is output from the sensor. | 07-23-2015 |
Byron Bemis, Newark, OH US
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20100162772 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING HIGH STRENGTH GLASS FIBERS IN A DIRECT MELT OPERATION AND PRODUCTS FORMED THERE FROM - A method of forming high strength glass fibers in a glass melter substantially free of platinum or other noble metal materials, products made there from and batch compositions suited for use in the method are disclosed. One glass composition for use in the present invention includes 50-75 weight % SiO | 07-01-2010 |
20120131964 | Apparatuses For Controlling The Temperature Of Glass Forming Materials In Forehearths - Forehearths that create a substantially homogeneous temperature to molten glass forming materials across the end position are provided. A gas cavity, a weir, a refractory block, or a heating element in the forehearth may be utilized to reduce a temperature gradient of molten glass forming materials across the end position. Reducing the temperature difference of the molten glass forming material across the end position permits for improved chemical and physical properties of the glass fibers and the end products formed from the glass fibers. In addition, a reduction in the temperature gradient across the end position produces a more homogenous glass fiber and glass product. Further, a reduction in the shear break rate occurs when the molten glass forming material has a temperature that is substantially the same across the end position, which results in a reduction in the breakage of glass fibers and an increase in manufacturing efficiency. | 05-31-2012 |
20130333422 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING S-GLASS FIBERS IN A DIRECT MELT OPERATION AND PRODUCTS FORMED THEREFROM - A method of forming high strength glass fibers in a continuous system is provided. The method includes supplying a glass batch to a glass melting furnace lined with a material substantially free of noble metals. The glass batch comprises about 50-about 75 weight percent SiO | 12-19-2013 |
Byron L. Bemis, Newark, OH US
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20090107183 | Reduced alloy bushing flange - A cooling bushing flange having a reduced amount of precious metal is provided for a glass fiber production apparatus. The flange includes a first portion formed of a precious metal or a precious metal alloy extending outwardly from a bushing and a second portion formed of a non-precious metal. The non-precious metal portion of the flange may be affixed to the precious metal portion by known metal bonding methods. A cooling tube is positioned on the non-precious metal portion to create a thermal seal and prevent molten glass from leaking from the interface of the bushing block and bushing. The precious metal portion of the inventive flange is a fraction of the size of precious metal present in conventional bushing flanges. By reducing the amount of precious metal incorporated in the flange, a significant reduction in the overall cost of the bushing and in the manufacture of glass fibers can be obtained. | 04-30-2009 |
20110079051 | HIGH EFFICIENCY FIN ASSEMBLY FOR MAKING GLASS FIBERS - Cooling fin assemblies constructed of materials suitable for use in manufacturing glass filaments are provided. The cooling fin assemblies include a manifold having a first end, a second end and an internal passage therebetween. The internal passage is configured for a flow of cooling fluid. A plurality of baffles is positioned within the internal passage. A plurality of blades is connected to the manifold. The blades are configured to conduct heat to the manifold. The baffles are configured to create a serpentine flow path for the cooling fluid within the manifold. | 04-07-2011 |
20110100065 | Terminal Clamp for Horizontal Ear Bushing - A terminal clamp assembly for a fiberizing bushing includes a clamp body having a firsts end face and a lower jaw, an auxiliary heat sink body selectively displaceable with respect to the clamp body, a contact assembly carried on the auxiliary heat sink body and an actuator to displace the heat sink body toward or away from the face of the clamp body. The invention also includes a bushing assembly incorporating the terminal clamp assembly and an expansion compensating mounting bracket for the clamp assembly. | 05-05-2011 |
20110146351 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DIRECTLY FORMING CONTINUOUS GLASS FILAMENTS - An in-line system converts raw, unrefined glass-forming material directly into continuous glass filaments. The system includes a reinforced melting assembly with electrically conductive melting and reinforcing members. The melting and reinforcing members are connected to a transverse melting member and lie in a plane parallel to the flowing material. This expands the melting and refining zone to the height of the melting and reinforcing members, thereby improving the quality of the filaments. The melting and reinforcing members also prevent sagging of the assembly during high temperature operation. The outermost melting and reinforcing members reduce or eliminate bypass flow of un-refined or un-homogenized material around the melting assembly, further improving quality. | 06-23-2011 |
Byron M. Bemis, Newark, OH US
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20080223082 | Multiple alloy bushing assembly - A filament forming apparatus has a bushing that includes structural components and non-structural components. The structural components are formed of a first material having a high creep strength and the ability to withstand corrosive effects of molten mineral materials. The non-structural components are formed of at least a second material that is different from the first material. | 09-18-2008 |
Christopher Joseph Bemis, Excelsior, MN US
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20130048424 | RIGGING SYSTEM SAFETY DEVICE - Disclosed herein, amongst other things, is a system for providing added safety for workers using rigging systems. In an embodiment, the invention includes a safety device for a roof rigging system including a rigger arm having a proximal end and a distal end; an attachment member disposed on the distal end of the rigger arm, the attachment member defining an aperture, the attachment member configured to engage a rigging line with the aperture; and a blocking member disposed on the distal end of the rigger arm, the blocking member configured to interface with the attachment member to prevent engagement of the attachment member with the rigging line by occluding the aperture when a counterweight is not attached to the roof rigging system. | 02-28-2013 |
Crystal Bemis, Bartlesville, OK US
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20080314588 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING EROSION OF COMPONENTS DURING WELL TREATMENT - A technique is provided for use in treating one or more well zones by directing a treatment fluid downwardly through a delivery tube and then outwardly through one or more nozzles into a desired well zone. The treatment fluid is delivered downhole to the desired well zone and at least a portion of that fluid is directed laterally outward from the well treatment completion through the one or more nozzles. Each nozzle comprises a material that protects both the nozzle and proximate portions of the delivery tube from detrimental erosion due to the passage of treatment fluid. | 12-25-2008 |
David G. Bemis, Apple Valley, CA US
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20150125256 | APPARATUS FOR UNLOADING MATERIAL FROM A TRUCK BED - An improved tarp specifically configured and adapted for transporting cargo in a truck bed, and unloading cargo from the truck bed at a desired location. The tarp includes several foldable flaps or panels which may be used to secure the cargo within the tarp. The tarp may include several loops which may be used for pulling the tarp out of the truck bed and unloading the cargo from the tarp. Also, the tarp may have several strengthening strips which pull the cargo out of the truck bed. | 05-07-2015 |
David G. Bemis, Corona, CA US
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20130323004 | DUMP TARP - An improved tarp specifically configured and adapted for transporting cargo in a truck bed, and unloading cargo from the truck bed at a desired location. The tarp includes several foldable flaps or panels which may be used to secure the cargo within the tarp. The tarp may include several loops which may be used for pulling the tarp out of the truck bed and unloading the cargo from the tarp. Also, the tarp may have several strengthening strips which pull the cargo out of the truck bed. | 12-05-2013 |
Gerald A. Bemis, Limestone, TN US
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20150231965 | HYDROCARBON STORAGE VESSELS - Methods and systems described herein provide or use a wall structure for a hydrocarbon storage vessel. The wall structure includes an inner layer comprising a first rubber compound, a center layer comprising a fabric having a barrier layer applied to each side, and an outer layer comprising a second rubber compound. | 08-20-2015 |
20150231966 | HYDROCARBON STORAGE VESSELS - Methods and systems described herein provide or use a wall structure for a hydrocarbon storage vessel. The wall structure includes an inner layer that includes a first rubber compound. A center layer includes a polymer film. An outer layer includes a second rubber compound. | 08-20-2015 |
Jason Bemis, Santa Barbara, CA US
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20150301080 | Automated Atomic Force Microscope and the Operation Thereof - Improvements for rapidly calibrating and automatically operating a scanning probe microscope are disclosed. A central component of the SPM is the force transducer, typically a consumable cantilever element. By automatically calibrating transducer characteristics along with other instrumental parameters, scanning parameters can be rapidly and easily optimized, resulting in high-throughput, repeatable and accurate measurements. In contrast to dynamic optimization schemes, this can be accomplished before the surface is contacted, avoiding tip or sample damage from the beginning of the measurement process. | 10-22-2015 |
20150309071 | AM/FM Measurements Using Multiple Frequency of Atomic Force Microscopy - Apparatus and techniques presented combine the features and benefits of amplitude modulated (AM) atomic force microscopy (AFM), sometimes called AC mode AFM, with frequency modulated (FM) AFM. In AM-FM imaging, the topographic feedback from the first resonant drive frequency operates in AM mode while the phase feedback from second resonant drive frequency operates in FM mode. In particular the first or second frequency may be used to measure the loss tangent, a dimensionless parameter which measures the ratio of energy dissipated to energy stored in a cycle of deformation. | 10-29-2015 |
Jason Bemis, Goleta, CA US
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20130117895 | Quantitative measurements using multiple frequency atomic force microscopy - The imaging mode presented here combines the features and benefits of amplitude modulated (AM) atomic force microscopy (AFM), sometimes called AC mode AFM, with frequency modulated (FM) AFM. In AM-FM imaging, the topographic feedback from the first resonant drive frequency operates in AM mode while the second resonant drive frequency operates in FM mode and is adjusted to keep the phase at 90 degrees, on resonance. With this approach, frequency feedback on the second resonant mode and topographic feedback on the first are decoupled, allowing much more stable, robust operation. | 05-09-2013 |
Jeffrey C. Bemis, Rochester, NY US
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20080311586 | METHOD FOR MEASURING IN VIVO HEMATOTOXICITY WITH AN EMPHASIS ON RADIATION EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT - The present invention relates a method for assessing in vivo hematotoxicity. The method utilizes differential staining of nucleated and non-nucleated blood cells, and also differential labeling of cells with functional versus dysfunctional mitochondrial membrane potential. Quantitative analyses can be conducted on stained whole blood specimens, and is based on blood cells' fluorescent emission and light scatter properties following exposure to an excitatory light source. The ratio of certain cell populations can be readily measured. Furthermore, it is also possible to express cell population values in terms of number per unit volume. This invention can be used to evaluate the hematotoxicity of drugs, chemicals, radiation, and other exogenous agents, or the effects that a suspected protective agent may have on induced hematotoxicity. Furthermore, the matrix of measurements provided by this invention is useful in estimating radiation dose, i.e., retrospectively. Kits for practicing the invention are also disclosed. | 12-18-2008 |
20140255948 | SIMPLIFIED NUCLEI ANALYSIS PLATFORM AND BIOMARKER MATRIX THAT SUPPORTS GENOTOXIC MODE OF ACTION DETERMINATIONS - The present invention relates a simple method for evaluating free eukaryotic cell nuclei for biomarkers of DNA damage and/or transcription factor activation, activity, or expression levels and/or epigenetic modifications to chromatin or chromatin-associated factors. The invention also teaches useful strategies for combining nuclear biomarkers into a matrix of endpoints that are capable of elucidating genotoxicants' primary mode of DNA-damaging activity. Kits for conducting methods according to the invention are also described. | 09-11-2014 |
Jonathan William Bemis, Gray, ME US
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20160123001 | METHOD OF APPLYING FOAM COMPOSITIONS - Methods of applying a foam composition to a cavity in a building structure are provided. The methods include introducing a foam composition into a cavity defined by a wall, a plurality of structural members, and a plastic membrane affixed to one or more faces of the structural members and one or more sides of the structural members defining the cavity. | 05-05-2016 |
Joyce Bemis, Keene, NH US
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20160083601 | Ink Compositions - This disclosure relates to an ink composition (e.g., a hot melt ink composition or a radiation curable ink composition) that has a relatively low conductivity. This disclosure also relates to a continuous printing process using such a composition and a product containing such a composition. | 03-24-2016 |
20160083602 | Ink Compositions - This disclosure relates to an ink composition (e.g., a hot melt ink composition or a radiation curable ink composition) that has a relatively low conductivity. This disclosure also relates to a continuous printing process using such a composition and a product containing such a composition. | 03-24-2016 |
Lynne Bemis, Golden, CO US
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20120070442 | METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING CANCER - Provided herein are methods for identifying a cancer patient responsive to treatment with an EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor. One method comprises obtaining a biopsy from the patient and measuring the number of copies of miR-128 | 03-22-2012 |
Michael Bemis, Camarillo, CA US
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20130346327 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MONITORING WATER RIGHTS - An exemplary method and system for monitoring water rights includes obtaining water rights data from a water rights agency database, maintaining a database of water rights data, receiving a user definition of an alert basis, scanning the water rights database to identify data representative of one or more relevant water rights events, and providing alerts of the relevant water rights events. | 12-26-2013 |
20140074734 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MARKETING AND SELLING WATER RIGHTS - A water rights marketing system, methods, and products that perform maintaining a listings database including listings data representative of a plurality of water right listings, receiving data representative of a search query for locating one or more relevant water right listings included in the plurality of water right listings, the search query including search criteria defined by a user of the user device, identifying the one or more relevant water right listings having at least one listings data element that satisfies the search criteria, and presenting the one or more relevant water right listings on a display associated with the user device for access by the user. | 03-13-2014 |
Michael Bemis, Carson, CA US
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20160058147 | PROTECTIVE CASE WITH MULTI-MODE ROTATABLE MAGNETIC POSITIONING AND CLOSURE SYSTEM - A protective case for a mobile or handheld device is disclosed. The case includes front and rear cover components that are configured to rotate relative to one another so that the case is capable of being configured by the user into have multi-mode use configurations. The case includes a rotatable magnetic clasp that rotates to magnetically secure the case in desired configuration. The magnetic clasp includes a rotatable magnet component attached to one end region of the case and a fixedly positioned and oriented magnet secured to another opposing end region of the case. The rotation of the magnet allows the user to re-orient the polarity of the magnetic component to facilitate mechanical and magnetic retention of the desired configuration. | 03-03-2016 |
Michael R. Bemis, Humbird, WI US
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20110214331 | ICE FISHING TIP-DOWN - The present disclosure relates to tip-down devices used in fishing and particularly adapted for use in ice fishing. In various exemplary embodiments, the tip down includes a pivoting rod holder wherein the fishing rod pivots between two positions and automatically moves away from intermediate positions, the two positions differing in the tip of the fishing rod being held upward or downward. In various exemplary embodiments, the disclosed tip-down includes a line clip, which is used to temporarily hold the fishing line in place (e.g., at a point between the reel and the first eye of the fishing rod). The disclosed tip-down the fishing rod to be set up in a way that allows a fish to take the bait and attempt to swim away without resistance from the fishing line or rod while still indicating a strike and allowing the user, who may be remote from the fishing rod, time to respond. | 09-08-2011 |
Peter F. Bemis, Elkhart Lake, WI US
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20090106884 | TOILET SEAT HINGE AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURE - A toilet assembly comprising: a toilet bowl; a toilet seat; and a hinge pivotally connecting the toilet seat to the toilet bowl, the hinge including a base portion connected to the toilet bowl, the base portion being made of a relatively rigid material; a leaf portion connected to the toilet seat, the leaf portion being made of a relatively rigid material; and a living hinge portion pivotally connecting the base portion to the leaf portion, the living hinge portion being made of a relatively flexible material. | 04-30-2009 |
Robert Bemis, Yucaipa, CA US
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20120186529 | Collapsible Wire Crate And Method Of Assembly - The present invention provides a wire crate for housing an animal. The wire crate includes a top panel, a bottom panel, a front panel, a back panel, and a pair of side panels oppositely disposed from one another. The crate also includes a front opening defined in the front panel. The front opening is configured to provide access to the interior of the crate. The crate further includes a pair of tracks coupled to each side of the front opening and a door slidably coupled to the pair of tracks. The door slides along the pair of tracks between an open position and a closed position. | 07-26-2012 |
Steve L. Bemis, Pinehurst, TX US
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20090242587 | PERSONAL HYDRATION SYSTEM - A personal hydration system for use by military personnel in environments containing nuclear, biological and chemical agents. This system includes a bladder, a neck, a cap having an outlet port and a hose with a connector. The bladder has no sharp or small radius internal corners and may be turned inside out through an oversized fill port to ensure complete cleaning. The cap is sealed by a primary seal, wherein a thicker portion of the bladder is trapped between the cap and the neck, and a secondary seal, wherein seals are squeezed between the neck and the bladder's interior. The cap includes an outlet port, thereby decreasing the possible exposure sites. The connector is adapted so that it may attach itself to various other equipment, such as gas masks or mouthpieces. A user wearing thick gloves will be capable of operating the entire system, including the cap and the connectors. | 10-01-2009 |